Top 10 Overweight Players currently in the NBA

The NBA is a league where some of the most athletic freaks of nature n the world play. Guys that soar through the sky likeLeBron Jamesor Gerald Green remind us why people marvel at the pure athleticism of the NBA. However, theres another side of the NBA thats not often talked about. Guys like Robert Traylor, Oliver Miller, and of courseShaquille O'Nealrepresent the other bulky side of things.These guys can be considered overweight but amazingly still play at the highest level. They have enough skill and basketball IQ to stay in the league despite the extra weight they carryHere are the top 10 guys currently in the NBA who arent the prototypical super athlete in sports, but use their ball IQ and hustle to make up for it.

#1 Glen Davis (69\", 289 lbs)

This guy’s nickname is Big Baby - partially because he’s an emotional player, but primarily because of his massive figure. When Davis played for the Magic, the dark colors of the uniform hid how big he actually is. Now in the Clippers white and red, opponents are able to see Davis’ true figure.

Davis’ weight is known all across the league and he is both embraced and ridiculed for it.

#2 Raymond Felton (61\", 205 lbs)

Felton was the starting point guard for UNC in the 2005 tournament where the school went to capture the NCAA Championship.

Now at New York after stints with numerous other teams he makes the offense run through Carmelo and the rest of the team stands around waiting for a spot up shot whenever Carmelo gets stuck. The 205 pound measurement of Felton doesn’t seem to be accurate given his picture. Maybe he should go to the Lakers where he can practice running again with coach D’Antoni instead of standing around in New York.

#3 Chuck Hayes (66\", 250 lbs)

Hayes is a savvy veteran that every team wants on the floor and in the locker room. After ten years in the league, Hayes has only played for three teams but has a reputation of a locker room guy across the NBA. Hayes brings toughness and energy to this young Raptors team.

#4 ared Sullinger (69, 260 lbs)

The second Jared on our list is this young Celtic player has shown lots of potential for the city of Boston to get behind. Sullinger plays the power forward position, and can definitely bump with the best of them.

As part of a rebuilding team, Sullinger gets a lot of playing time to develop his skills into a future key player of the team. With point guard Rajon Rondo back on the floor and running the show, Sullinger sees many more looks from all over the floor.

#5 Anthony Bennett (68\", Weight: 259 lbs.

The #1 draft pick from the 2013 draft. Bennett, from Toronto, Canada, was picked first to fill a small forward void that the Cavaliers have had since The Decision

In Bennett, the team saw potential in a player who could bump and grind with the best of them.

#6 Boris Diaw (6\'8\" 250 lbs)

Boris Diaw shoul should have been on the GMs voting list for players who make the most of limited natural ability. Constantly overlooked for his presence on the floor, Diaw is seen setting up teammates, grabbing rebounds, and defending LeBron extremely well in the 2013 Finals.

At 250 pounds, Diaw is surprisingly mobile for such a big guy. As the Spurs prepare for another deep playoff run, Diaw plays a pivotal role on the team providing a forward position that can stretch the floor on offense and play good defense.

#7 Zach Randolph (69\", 260 lbs)

Randolph has been one of the best power forwards in the league since arriving in Memphis in 2010.

Embracing the grit and grind culture of the team, Randolph has emerged as a leader on the team and in the community. His presence is so loved that earlier this year, after noticing a special needs fan in the crowd wanting his attention, Randolph took off his warm up jersey and gave it to the fan without hesitation.

#8 Kyle Lowry (60\", 205 lbs)

Lowry is one of the best hustling point guards in the league, always diving for loose balls and confronting teammates for not putting their body on the line (ask Steve Novak).

This year, he has led the Raptors to their first playoff run since 2008 and has done it in style. Bringing a rugged style of play from Philadelphia, Lowry will be playing extra-hard in his contract year. This way, he’ll be able to afford more and more Philly cheese steak sandwiches in the future.

#9 Deron Williams (63\", 209 lbs)

Williams came into the league with a blast and had one of the best crossovers in the league.

After his trade to the Nets though, Williams has suffered severe ankle injuries that he's never really recovered from. As with most leg injuries, Williams put on weight, but has never been able to work it off. Now, he runs the point for one of the oldest teams in the league, occasionally kills players with that legendary crossover and reminds us of how brutal injuries can be to a players’ career.

#10 Jared Dudley (67\", 225 lbs)

Jared Dudley signed with the Clippers over the off-season with expectation of being the wing player and spot up in the corner and wait for Chris Paul or Blake Griffin to feed him the ball for the 3. And then quickly run back and play defense on the best perimeter player on the other team.

But it hasn't quite happened for Dudley who has lost his shot, plays decent defense at best, and looks to be more overweight than ever.