As part of theScore's 2016-17 NBA preview, here's Part 1 of our rankings of the league's most follow-worthy social media stars
30. Blake Griffin, Los Angeles Clippers
- Twitter: @BlakeGriffin32
- Instagram: @blakegriffin32
29. Andre Drummond, Detroit Pistons
- Twitter: @AndreDrummondd
- Instagram: @andredrummondd
- Snapchat: @Andredrummondd
28. Steven Adams, Oklahoma City Thunder
- Twitter: @RealStevenAdams
27. Evan Turner, Portland Trail Blazers
- Twitter: @thekidet
- Instagram: @evanturner
- Snapchat: @lowkeyet
Turner is a jack-of-all-trades on the hardwood, as well as on social media. He can get into it with trolls, bust out a joke or two, or simply give his followers a welcome behind-the-scenes look at his life. It's all good stuff.
26. Robin Lopez, Chicago Bulls
- Twitter: @rolopez42
- Instagram: @gustogummi88
He's a nerd, but a nerd you want to best friend's with. Sideshow Bob doesn't like mascots, but he loves to ham it up for his fans through his uploads.
25. Kyrie Irving, Cleveland Cavaliers
- Twitter: @KyrieIrving
- Instagram: @kyrieirving
- Snapchat: @KyrieIrving
Irving earned a follow from you (unless you're a Warriors fan) when he hit the biggest shot of the 2015-16 NBA Finals, and he'll keep your follow by being just as clutch with the quality content.
24. Chris Paul, Los Angeles Clippers
CP3 is the ultimate nice guy. Don't expect much negativity or controversy here. He's a family man with family values, along with a lavish lifestyle we all wish we could have.
23. James Harden, Houston Rockets
- Twitter: @JHarden13
- Instagram: @jharden13
- Snapchat: @JHarden13
Harden is all bout his brand, turning himself into one of the more marketable stars in the entire sport. His Adidas game is on point, as is his trademark beard.
22. Kevin Durant, Golden State Warriors
- Twitter: @KDTrey5
- Snapchat: @kd35official
The four-time scoring champion plans on saying how he feels from now on and not fearing the consequences. Here's hoping that philosophy can translate to 140 characters or less this upcoming season.
21. DeMarcus Cousins, Sacramento Kings
- Twitter: @boogiecousins
- Instagram: @boogiecousins
- Snapchat: @boogiecamp
"Boogie" ain't no Brita, because he's not about that filter life. He can be a loose cannon with his uncensored ways, but he can also be kind of a goof, which makes him all the more endearing.
20. Chris Bosh, Miami Heat
- Twitter: @chrisbosh
- Instagram: @chrisbosh
- Snapchat: @Mrchrisbosh
19. Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors
- Twitter: @StephenCurry30
- Instagram: @stephencurry30
18. J.R. Smith, Cleveland Cavaliers
- Twitter: @TheRealJRSmith
- Instagram: @TeamSwish
He's a character who exceeds his on-court status by being a highly entertaining fellow. There's no such thing as too much J.R, and that's no "pipe" dream.
17. Damian Lillard, Portland Trail Blazers
- Twitter: @Dame_Lillard
- Instagram: @damianlillard
Lillard has bars for days, which he always loves sharing with the world. He spits fire, and we nod in approval.
16. Nick Young, Los Angeles Lakers
- Twitter: @NickSwagyPYoung
- Instagram: @swaggyp1
His nickname alone is a good enough indication of the content one should expect to see on his accounts. Swaggy P is living the dream, and we're all coming along for the ride.
Honorable mentions: DeMar DeRozan, JaVale McGee, Kristaps Porzingis, Andrew Wiggins, Iman Shumpert, Austin Rivers, Isaiah Thomas, Giannis Antetokounmpo