Ranking best Big 3 players in 2022, including Joe Johnson, Jason Richardson and Gerald Green

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Do you want to feel some NBA nostalgia this summer? The Big 3 has you covered.

The 3-on-3 league will bring out a few recognizable NBA names from years past, including a two-time Big 3 MVP. If you happen to catch a Big 3 game, you will almost certainly have a "Oh, I remember him!" moment.

These guys may be past their primes, but they aren't ready to walk off into retirement just yet. Here are the top five players in the Big 3 this season.

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Ranking best Big 3 players in 2022

1. Joe Johnson, Triplets

"Iso Joe" has quickly established himself as the Big 3's biggest star. He earned his second MVP award last season, leading the league in scoring (22.8 points per game).

A seven-time NBA All-Star, Johnson is simply unstoppable in Big 3 competition.

2. Jason Richardson, Tri-State

The former Warriors guard is firmly in the MVP conversation this season. He has been getting the job done on both ends, as he is among the league leaders in 3-pointers and blocks.

Richardson is the biggest reason why Tri-State has gotten off to such a strong start.

3. Gerald Green, Bivouac

It didn't take long for Green to make an impact in his debut season. He is second in total points, fifth in total rebounds and first in total field goals and 3-pointers through four weeks.

4. Michael Beasley, 3's Company

Beasley is a matchup nightmare. Through four weeks of action, he is third in total points and leads the Big 3 in 4-pointers. (Yes, the league has 4-point shots.)

At 6-9 with guard skills, Beasley is built to thrive in this environment.

5. Rashard Lewis, 3 Headed Monsters

Lewis has missed a couple of games this season, but he deserves a spot on the list. He is a former Big 3 MVP and scoring champion, and his team has consistently reached the playoffs.

Big 3 rosters

3 Headed Monsters

  • Rashard Lewis (captain)
  • Jonathon Simmons
  • Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf
  • Quincy Miller
  • Kevin Murphy
  • Jamario Moon

3's Company

  • Mario Chalmers (captain)
  • Michael Beasley
  • Brandon Rush
  • Julian Wright
  • Derrick Byars

Aliens

  • Dusan Bulut (captain)
  • Karlis Lasmanis
  • Tomislav Ivosev
  • Deshawn Stephens
  • Adam Drexler

Ball Hogs

  • Leandro Barbosa (captain)
  • Jodie Meeks
  • Will McDonald
  • Stacy Davis IV
  • Kuran Iverson

Bivouac

  • Gerald Green (captain)
  • Corey Brewer
  • Will Bynum
  • Jeff Ayres
  • Garlon Green

Enemies

  • Nick Young (captain)
  • Isaiah Austin
  • Elijah Stewart
  • Jordan Crawford
  • Sek Henry
  • Keith Benson

Ghost Ballers

  • Ricky Davis (captain)
  • Mike Taylor
  • Chris Johnson
  • Darnell Jackson
  • Jermaine Taylor

Killer 3's

  • Franklin Session (captain)
  • Donte Greene
  • Josh Powell
  • K.J. McDaniels 
  • Dominique Johnson 

Power

  • Cuttino Mobley (captain)
  • Nikoloz Tskitishvili
  • Royce White
  • Glen Rice Jr. 
  • T.J. Cline

Tri-State

  • Jason Richardson (captain)
  • Justin Dentmon
  • Larry Sanders
  • DaJuan Summers
  • Ray Nixon

Trilogy

  • James White (captain)
  • Earl Clark
  • Amir Johnson
  • Isaiah Briscoe
  • David Hawkins

Triplets

  • Joe Johnson (captain)
  • Jeremy Pargo
  • Jannero Pargo
  • Alonzo Gee
  • Ryan Hollins

Jordan Greer

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Jordan Greer has been with The Sporting News since 2015. He previously worked for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. He is a graduate of Westminster College and Syracuse University.