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10 best plays of the NBA's regular season

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With the playoffs on the horizon, let's look back with fondness on the top 10 plays of the NBA's regular season. 

3 to OT

Kyrie Irving forced overtime against the San Antonio Spurs with a buzzer-beating 3-pointer.  

Crazy Curry dribble

Stephen Curry got real cute with the Los Angeles Clippers defenders before draining a wicked three. 

Davis goes deeper than a love song

Anthony Davis knocks down a 3-pointer that beats the buzzer and earns the New Orleans Pelicans a crucial victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder.  

This was in Revelations. Prepare for the end.

Acrobatic and-1

Russell Westbrook put on a show, weaving past the Charlotte Hornets to attack the rim while drawing the foul. 

Full-court dream

The Minnesota Timberwolves know what teamwork means. Gorgui Dieng blocked the New York Knicks' shot at one end, setting up an alley-oop pass from Andrew Wiggins to Zach LaVine at the other.   

Make him skate

Curry's crossover has no concern for Chris Paul's ankles.

No sight necessary

Trevor Booker scoffs at players who need to face the basket to sink a shot. 

Shot of the century by Trevor Booker. #Thunder #Jazz

Strong 'n independent 

K.J. McDaniels doesn't need anyone setting him up for a one-handed jam. 

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A dash of nutmeg 

Chris Paul dibbles through Lakers' Carlos Boozer's legs and distracts the other Los Angeles players before connecting with Austin Rivers. 

Reigning slam

J.R. Smith sent a no-look, over-the-shoulder pass to LeBron James, who showed the Milwaukee Bucks that he is king of the court.  

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