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The NBA talent pool is overflowing. The banana boat generation still claims a few spots near the top of the food chain, while in-prime 20-somethings are making their presences felt all across the MVP race.

But there's another batch of young ballers right behind—or, in few cases, alongside—their prominent peers, ensuring the Association will be in great hands for years to come. None of them have made an All-Star appearance just yet, but this group should soon be well-represented at the world's greatest pickup game.

There's a rising star for every style, from contemporary centers with perimeter skills to guards with the scoring, sniping and passing chops to occupy either backcourt position. Further down the ladder, there are complementary talents with more specialized skills.

These 22 studs—all under the age of 22 as of March 6—have been selected and ranked on their individual production, team impact and future potential.