We knew it wouldn't be pretty. The 2013 draft class had a fairly uninspiring first year, as expected, relative to previous classes.
But it's a little harsh to write off players one-year deep into their careers.
With a brand-new batch of rookies to beat up and break down, the 2014-15 NBA sophomores will be able to operate a bit more under the radar and hopefully closer to their comfort zones.
And it starts with Anthony Bennett, who was pretty bad last year. He actually stunk and stunk often. You could just see his confidence crumbling with every brick he threw up.
The attention it drew probably didn't help. Bennett was, of course, the No. 1 pick. And anytime the No. 1 pick struggles putting the ball in the bucket, it's going to generate some buzz.
But the good news for Bennett entering year No. 2 is that the bar has officially been lowered. Nobody expects No. 1-overall results anymore from Bennett—we'll save that for his new teammate Andrew Wiggins in Minnesota.
The fact that he'll be playing alongside mostly young guys for a team headed to the lottery shoul ...
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NBA’s Sophomore Class in Position to Redeem Itself Entering 2014-15 NBA Season
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