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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Here is my 26 Draft Board. Unfortunately, no write-up this year, been busy with life.

Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Hey, sorry I haven't been posting on here for a bit. I'll post an full update soon. Here is where my board stands as of a few days ago. With DP, hes dropped a little bit with how good Boozer has been, but im still fairly optimistic with him. I think hes just played so differently this year

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

Gonna finish the write up on shotquality model v2 soon. This version goes back to the 96-97 season, and should be more comprehensive. Here are the top guys from that season

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

Inspired by @iztokfranko.bsky.social latest post, wanted to see how the western conference teams looked broken down using the clusters from nbavisuals.com/player_style Cluster names still need some work.

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 29/06/2025

The draft cycle continues. Very early look at my board for 2026. Should be a fun class

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

Built like a tank at 6'1.5", but plays much bigger. Not a PG, not a wing, but just finds ways to impact the game. If the shot stays stable, he’s got enough juice off the catch or bounce to stick. If I had an open two-way spot, this might be my first call.

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

Also showed real craft as a driver and finisher: 57.8% at the rim, despite not being a top-tier athlete. 4.0 AST to 1.7 TOV. He’s not flashy, but he’s productive, tough, and knows how to fit in. If you're betting on skill + IQ, Shulga makes a lot of sense in the 2nd.

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

May not be a high-level on-ball creator, but he processes quickly, makes smart passes, cuts well, and finishes plays. Feels like a two-way bet who could sneak into a rotation early if the shot stays reliable and the defense travels.

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

Tough, smart, never in a rush. Great in ball screens and can punish teams with pull-ups or floaters when needed. Not a high-ceiling swing, but for teams that need someone to organize offense and make decisions on day one, he’s worth a serious look.

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

Not much of a roller, shooter, or vertical athlete; but knows how to use his size, passes well, and plays a conservative drop that still gets results. 2.1 BPG in the SEC. A two-way bet for a team that believes in reshaping his frame and leaning into his vision.

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 14/06/2025

Ryan Kalkbrenner If you’re a contender hunting for a backup 5 who can contribute right away, Kalkbrenner should be on your board. Elite rim protector, anchors a defense, finishes everything at the rim, knows his role. Just plug him into a drop-heavy scheme and go.

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

Now look at Haliburton. His group is Fred VanVleet, Tyus Jones, Mike Conley. Not downhill wreckers: instead guys who probe, manage, deliver. They keep the advantage chain going.

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

Here’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The comps check out: Harden, Luka, LeBron, Tatum. All guys who collapse the defense, then pass or score.

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

@iztokfranko.bsky.social think I found the funniest group of player comps for a player so far. Any guesses on what’s being captured

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

Nba Big Board 2025 v5. This time with tiers

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

It is kind of fun that two of the closest comps are his previous pick and roll partners: Daniel Gafford and Dereck Lively II

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

Like you said, the comp for SGA in many ways is Giannis

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

While I agree the Lakers are probably a first-round exit, how much of this on-off impact is due to shooting luck? In a lot of LeBron-on lineups, opponents are shooting very well from 3, while the Lakers aren't hitting theirs. On the other hand, many LeBron-off lineups have the opposite effect.

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

Dont have enough data this season, for reath, but here is last years data

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

Some playstyle comps for these guys

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

🏆 Top 5 MVP Candidates Breakdown – #5 Victor Wembanyama: The Alien! His rim protection and two-way impact are otherworldly—but who plays even remotely like him?

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

🏆 Top 5 MVP Candidates Breakdown – #4 Jayson Tatum: The ideal Swiss Army knife—elite scoring, defense, and versatility! Who does he play similarly to?

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

🏆 Top 5 MVP Candidates Breakdown – #3 Giannis Antetokounmpo: The ultimate downhill force! His dominance is unmatched, but here’s who comes closest to replicating his relentless style:

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

🏆 Top 5 MVP Candidates Breakdown – #2 Nikola Jokić: The ultimate playmaking big man! There are very few players like him, but here’s who comes closest to mirroring his repertoire.

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

🏆 Top 5 MVP Candidates Breakdown – #1 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: One of the league’s most unstoppable scorers! Want to see who shares his smooth, versatile style?

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

🚨 NEW TOOL FOR NBA FANS! 🚨 Ever wonder who plays like LeBron? 🐐 Who could fill a gap on your team? 🤔 Find player comps, style clusters, and play type breakdowns for ANY player. Here’s LeBron’s analysis: nbavisuals.com/player_style

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

@timcato.bsky.social @bobbykaralla.bsky.social listened to the recent emergency pod and wanted to find who the most similar players to Dereck Lively were. Limited to players who played at least 12mpg, and 15 games this season. Looks like Goga is the best bet, and has probably not available.

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

With all the discussion about NBA teams playing the same way, I wanted to use the data that's publicly available to try and cluster teams based on playstyle. Here is a attempt using the season data so far. Grateful to @sethpartnow.bsky.social for his advice.

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

Tried my own version of clustering nba defenses, but only had access to the playtype data. here is what I got so far. 8 distinct clusters with okc, brooklyn and knicks as their own individual clusters.

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 05/01/2025

@samvecenie.bsky.social listening to the recent Game Theory Pod, got curious who the player comp for Aaron Wiggins is. Buddy Hield would have never been in my guesses

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

Also got a version for defense. 5~6 looks like the right number

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Reverse Enigma @reverseenigma.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

Tried to cluster teams earlier based on playtype data as well as other public alt available stats, and found there are 5 clusters of offense for teams. Memphis being its own unique one, Atlanta as well, and everyone else being divided into three groups

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