Dec 10, 2011; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; The Detroit Pistons logo before the game between the Oakland Golden Grizzlies and the Michigan Wolverines at The Palace. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

2004 – The Detroit Pistons clinched the second-round series victory after dominating the New Jersey Nets in Game 7, 90-69. Chauncey Billups and Richard Hamilton led the way with 22 and 21 points, respectively. The 2004 Pistons then went on to win the franchise’s first championship in 14 years.

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January 4, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard (12) fouls Los Angeles Clippers point guard Chris Paul (3) during the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

It’s hard to believe, but the free agency period is less than two months away. With the playoffs halfway finished, and most players’ seasons over or all but done, it’s time to look at which players will be most valued this summer.

So here we go, starting from the first two stars at the top.