NBA underground rank 10-6. Elites

 10) Kevin Love. Power Forward, Minnesota Timberwolves 
The best double-double man in the NBA, Love has improved every year and is arguably the best rebounder in the game today. His all-around game makes him a dominant offensive force in the league. The leader of an up-and-coming Wolves team, Love is an absolute star and will contend for both the scoring and rebounding titles this season.

9) Dirk Nowitzki. Power Forward, Dallas Mavericks. 
The 2011 Finals MVP may be on the downside of his prime, but he is still a scoring machine every game. After an epic Finals run, Dirk and the Mavs had a championship hangover in 2012. Dallas reloaded this summer and will look to Dirk to lead the new-look Mavs. As unique a player as their is in the NBA, Nowitzki possesses the most unstoppable fadeaway the league has ever seen.

 8) Carmelo Anthony. Small Forward, New York Knicks. 
A pure scorer, Anthony has been known for his playoffs disappointments as much as his offensive talent. The Knicks are committed to winning around Anthony and that should propel him to play the best basketball of his career. A great one-on-one player who can do it all offensively, Anthony needs to breakthrough this year and win at least one playoff series. Look for him to be among the scoring leaders if he can play a full season at the high level he's capable of.

 7) Dwyane Wade. Shooting Guard, Miami Heat. 
The world's greatest sidekick, Flash is a relentless competitor who can take over at any time. Wade is able to get to the line at will and can score several different ways. Whether it's slashing or pulling up or hitting a circus shot, Wade is an elite scorer who can outplay just about anyone on both ends of the court. Look for his chemistry with James to keep improving this year as Miami has stranglehold on the Eastern Conference.

6) Dwight Howard. Center, Los Angeles Lakers. 
The latest great center to head to the Lakers, Howard is the most physically dominant big man in the league since Shaq wore the purple and gold. A specimen athletically, Howard's offensive game is still not fully developed. His rebounding and shot blocking are unmatched. And when clicking offensively, Howard is ungaurdable. This season marks a new chapter in his career. The three-time Defensive Player of the Year seemed destined to be a Laker. The rest of the West should be prepared.