10 fastest NBA players heading into the 2021-22 season

#6 Giannis Antetokounmpo

Giannis Antetokounmpo (#34) of the Milwaukee Bucks goes up for a shot over (L-R) Chris Paul (#3), Deandre Ayton (#22) and Devin Booker (#1)

Giannis Antetokounmpo is one of the best two-way players in the NBA right now. His timely scoring and stellar defense helped the Milwaukee Bucks clinch their first NBA title in fifty years.

For a big man, he gets up and down the floor at an incredible pace. Antetokounmpo is slowly building his game to be a power forward, as he brings the ball up the court on occasion.

CLUTCH BLOCK BY GIANNIS 😱 pic.twitter.com/jwB0b75o65
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) July 15, 2021

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His long legs make his job a tad easier, as he covers more ground in fewer steps. The Greek Freak is aware of the advantage he has, and uses it to punish the opposition. During the 2021 NBA Finals, he completed a clutch block reminiscent of LeBron James' on Iggy in the 2016 Finals.

#5 Ben Simmons

Ben Simmons (#25) of the Philadelphia 76ers drives against Danilo Gallinari (#8).

The Philadelphia 76ers have a gem in Ben Simmons, a point guard who can defend multiple positions in the NBA. Although his shooting is awful, there's nothing more you can ask of him in terms of athleticism and defensive prowess.

Simmons makes quick work of the opposition every night, causing turnovers and converting in offense. When he steals the ball or grabs a rebound, he puts his head down, and takes off to make a play at the other end of the floor.

You know a player is special when he outruns a guard even while in possession of the ball. Although it is unclear where he will play in the 2021-22 NBA season amid all the tension and trade rumors, Simmons could deliver transition buckets with high-level intensity wherever he lands up at.

#4 Zach LaVine

Zach LaVine (#8) of the Chicago Bulls dribbles past Alex Caruso (#4)

Zach LaVine is an absolute delight to watch on the break. Even considering how quickly he moves, he has great body control. The two-time NBA Slam Dunk champion leverages his athleticism to deliver intriguing performances night after night.

Zach LaVine with the crossover, drive and 2-hand slam pic.twitter.com/MQqpSxsBXv
— Def Pen Hoops (@DefPenHoops) February 3, 2018

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Watching the Chicago Bulls during the 2021-22 NBA season will be fun, as they have made additions capable of shaking things up in the East.

With less scoring pressure on LaVine, the 6' 5" guard should enjoy his game more. The presence of a top point guard like Lonzo Ball should result in LaVine utilizing his speed more by making cuts or running up the floor after a turnover or defensive rebound.