The NBA's newest rookie class is off to a roaring start.
Each of the top four picks from the 2015 draft has at least flashed star potential, with Karl-Anthony Towns and Kristaps Porzingis sustaining strong play for most of the 2015-16 season. In fact, every lottery pick, save for Mario Hezonja and Cameron Payne, has acquitted himself well in the early going.
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson and Willie Cauley-Stein would've gotten strong consideration—and not just because of their hyphenated names—if not for injuries. T.J. McConnell and Richaun Holmes may not be NBA-caliber in the long run, but they've done more than enough for the sad-sack Philadelphia 76ers to hang around. Once Stanley Johnson's shot starts dropping, he could force himself onto the ladder.
For now, let's focus on the 10 best rookies, chosen and ranked based on individual contributions and team-wide impact and a subjective take on potential improvement as the season rolls on.
10. Emmanuel Mudiay, Denver Nuggets
The early reviews are in on Emmanuel Mudiay, and the ...
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Article written by Josh Martin