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NBA draft classes with fewest active players include 2003 (LeBron) and 2005 (Paul)

There's an underlying storyline heading into the meeting between the Los Angeles Lakers and San Antonio Spurs on Friday (4:30 p.m. ET on ESPN) that includes two of the oldest players in the NBA: LeBron James (39) and Chris Paul (39).

The future Hall of Famers have combined for over 60,000 points and 32 All Star appearances. They are also one half of the memorable Banana Boat crew.

They are also the final active players from their respective NBA drafts.

The Cleveland Cavaliers selected James at No.