What happened: The NBA placed Luka Dončić at No. 21 in its Top 100 Plays of 2025-26 countdown. The released segment runs through 10 spots, ending with James Harden at No. 30.
Why it matters: The ranking establishes the league's order for another portion of its completed-season retrospective. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander appears at No. 24, while Amen Thompson and Stephon Castle occupy Nos. 28 and 27.
By the numbers: Nos. 21-30: Luka Dončić, Wemby, CJ McCollum, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Naz Reid, Mitchell Robinson, Stephon Castle, Amen Thompson, Anthony Edwards and James Harden.
What to watch: The NBA's countdown will continue with additional 2025-26 plays.