Washington Wizards vs Brooklyn Nets Prediction: Combined Starting 5 featuring Kyrie Irving and Russell Westbrook

Power Forward – Kevin Durant (Brooklyn Nets)

Kevin Durant is one of the best players in NBA history, and has the ability to single handedly finish games off. He is an automatic pick at the Power Forward position in this combined 5, and is expected to put on a show each time he steps out on a basketball court.

Kevin Durant in action for the Brooklyn Nets

Coming into the Washington Wizards game, Kevin Durant has looked close to his dominant best for consistent periods of time this season already. The Brooklyn Nets are expected to keep improving as their core gels together over the course of the season, and KD will be expected to be the difference maker at crucial moments.

Center- Thomas Bryant (Washington Wizards)

Another player who has shown constant improvement since coming to the Washington Wizards is Thomas Bryant. Bryant is now in his third NBA season, and his second for the Washington Wizards.

🔥 THOMAS BRYANT BIRTHDAY HIGHLIGHTS 🎥Celebrate @nolimittb31's 22nd birthday with some of his best plays from last season! pic.twitter.com/16pyDS8Luw

— Washington Wizards (@WashWizards) July 31, 2019

While there is quite a bit of scope for improvement in his overall numbers, his defensive game has been improving, along with his shooting numbers, which are consistently improving. This time around, Thomas Bryant will be looking to get his first taste of the playoffs and will be expected to chip in with crucial contributions throughout the NBA season.