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Report: Chris Paul, Trae Young and WNBA players among those competing in NBA's HORSE competition

The NBA’s HORSE competition is reportedly on the verge of being revealed and some names are already trickling out.

The competition, which will be televised on ESPN amid the coronavirus pandemic, will feature the likes of Chris Paul, Trae Young and Zach LaVine, as well as some WNBA players and recent NBA alumni, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski.

That’s a pretty solid roster, even if it means we have to give up on the hopes of someone like Stephen Curry participating.

Paul is more well-known for his passing and defense, but has shown himself to be a more than capable shot-maker throughout his 15-year career. Young is already one of the most prolific shooters in basketball, even if he’s probably nowhere close to eclipsing Curry. LaVine’s transformation from raw athlete to versatile scorer has him on the cusp of All-Star honors.

The chatter between competitors has already begun, with Young throwing out a no-dunking rule. As you might have heard, LaVine is pretty good at dunks.

Adding WNBA players and NBA alumni should also be plenty of fun, and entertainment is pretty much the point here. The NBA is already holding a players-only “NBA 2K” tournament on ESPN.

Per ESPN, the competition will have players film their shots from home locations — either indoor or outdoor courts — and go shot-for-shot with the traditional game. Such a structure will keep the contest within social distancing guidelines.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 17:  Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks dribbles the ball while being guarded by Zach LaVine #8 of the Chicago Bulls in the first quarter during a preseason game at the United Center on October 17, 2019 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)
Trae Young should have plenty of ideas for the NBA's HORSE competition. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)

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