Oklahoma City takes the No. 1 seed in the playoffs into its first-round opener against Memphis. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the runner-up in the MVP race last season, is again a candidate after topping the league with 32.

Stephon Castle (Spurs), Zaccharie Risacher (Hawks), Jaylen Wells (Grizzlies), Alex Sarr (Wizards), Kel'el Ware (Heat) Isaiah Collier (Jazz), Bub Carrington (Wizards), Matas Buzelis (Bulls), Yves Missi (Pelicans), Zach Edey (Grizzlies)

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander got his first true look at a playoff run as the leading scoring option a year ago — and it showcased the difficulties that comes with th