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ESPN's Zach Lowe 'Likes' Shabazz Napier's 'Disappearing Act'

In his weekly installment of '10 Things I Like And Don't Like,' ESPN's Zach Lowe shone a spotlight on Trail Blazers guard Shabazz Napier and the career-high numbers he's put up this season since forcing his way into head coach Terry Stotts' rotation. In 39 games this season, the UConn product is averaging 10.1 points on 43% shooting from three-point range.

Napier, most notably, helped Portland go 5-2 as starting point guard Damian Lillard has battled injuries in recent weeks, leading to more playing time alongside both Lillard and CJ McCollum.

The biggest improvement in Napier's game has been using his size -- or lack thereof -- to get around defenders and score for himself or setup teammates with highlight-reel passing.