NBA Ranking: Next Season’s Top Shooting Guards

May 2, 2014; Portland, OR, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers in the second half in game six of the first round of the 2014 NBA Playoffs at the Moda Center.Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-USA TODAY Sports

2. James Harden

James Harden is one of the best offensive players in the league, but his defense is mediocre. Harden gets caught ball watching and reaches for the ball instead of moving his feet. Despite his defensive problems, Harden is still a special talent. He averaged 25.4 points, 6.1 assists, and 4.7 rebounds per game last season — and is only getting better.