This year, in addition to showcasing the innovations and trends that are changing the games we love, The Magazine selected five finalists to vie for the prize of NEXT cover athlete: Dwight Howard, Calvin Johnson, Evgeni Malkin, Juan Pablo Montoya and Jose Reyes.

For the second year in a row, fans logged onto ESPN.com during a one week period to vote on who should be NEXT.

Previous NEXT cover athletes include Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Yao Ming, Alex Rodriguez and Brian Urlacher.

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NBA Future:
Demario Williams
DeMarioWilliams This jump-ball receiver has some great hands and concentration on the deep ball and willing to go over the middle for a catch. While he does have a tendency to jump for every ball, even when not necessary, he does show the ability to outleap defensive backs on a consistent basis. Could work on getting a little more separation, but shows a little burst of explosion trying to catch up with balls thrown a little long.

NBA Future:
Brandan Wright
Brandan Wright Brandan Wright is energetic rebounder and shot blocker who is a smooth offensive player. Gets better every year. Was the 6th man for the South which won gold at the USA Basketball Youth Festival. Attended Nike Camp. Led Brentwood to a 29-3 record and its third straight state title. Again won Mr. Basketball, this time averaging 20.3 points, 9.1 rebounds and 4.4 blocked shots.

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