NBA Rookie Rankings: Preseason Edition
October 19, 2021
As the 2021-2022 NBA season is about to enter full swing, we look at the top five picks and what they bring to their teams this season.
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As the 2021-2022 NBA season is about to enter full swing, we look at the top five picks and what they bring to their teams this season.
Tyler Herro was huge for the Miami Heat during their 2020 playoff run in the bubble. In the first three rounds of the playoffs, Herro averaged 16.5 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 3.9 assists on 46/38/90 shooting splits.
The Charlotte Hornets are suddenly one of the most exciting young teams in the NBA. Second-year stand-out LaMelo Ball has brought new energy and swagger to the franchise.
The Washington Wizards underwent drastic changes during the offseason with the hopes that Bradley Beal will be around long-term. After finishing last year at just 34-38 it was clear the roster was going to need reconstruction.
The Orlando Magic took a step back during the 2020-21 season after back-to-back playoff berths. It all started in “the bubble”, when Jonathan Isaac tore his meniscus, causing him to miss the entire season.
The Detroit Pistons went into the 2020-2021 NBA season with little expectations after winning only 20 games in the 2019-20 NBA season. Blake Griffin only played in 20 games before both sides agreed on a buyout agreement.
For the 15th season in a row, the Sacramento Kings failed to reach the playoffs, tying the Los Angeles Clippers for the longest NBA playoff drought. While they look to be headed to a 16th straight year, the Kings have promise and can see their bright future start to come to fruition in 2021.
The Houston Rockets spent the 2020-21 NBA season beginning their rebuild. They moved on from head coach Mike D’antoni, general manager Daryl Morey stepped down and franchise cornerstone James Harden was traded.
The Toronto Raptors missed the playoffs for the first time in seven years last season. They dealt with injuries to key players throughout the season and could never find their rhythm.
Third Down Thursdays to returns with Week 5 NFL takes, MLB playoff chaos and some NBA preseason breakdowns.
The Oklahoma City Thunder were terrible in the second half of last year and their fans can expect a full season of it this year.
The Cleveland Cavaliers missed the playoffs for their third straight season. In the 2020-2021 NBA season, the Cavaliers finished the season with a 22-50 record for 13th in the eastern conference.
As the 2021-2022 NBA season is about to enter full swing, we look at the top five picks and what they bring to their teams this season.
Tyler Herro was huge for the Miami Heat during their 2020 playoff run in the bubble. In the first three rounds of the playoffs, Herro averaged 16.5 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 3.9 assists on 46/38/90 shooting splits.
The Charlotte Hornets are suddenly one of the most exciting young teams in the NBA. Second-year stand-out LaMelo Ball has brought new energy and swagger to the franchise.
The Washington Wizards underwent drastic changes during the offseason with the hopes that Bradley Beal will be around long-term. After finishing last year at just 34-38 it was clear the roster was going to need reconstruction.
The Orlando Magic took a step back during the 2020-21 season after back-to-back playoff berths. It all started in “the bubble”, when Jonathan Isaac tore his meniscus, causing him to miss the entire season.
The Detroit Pistons went into the 2020-2021 NBA season with little expectations after winning only 20 games in the 2019-20 NBA season. Blake Griffin only played in 20 games before both sides agreed on a buyout agreement.
For the 15th season in a row, the Sacramento Kings failed to reach the playoffs, tying the Los Angeles Clippers for the longest NBA playoff drought. While they look to be headed to a 16th straight year, the Kings have promise and can see their bright future start to come to fruition in 2021.
The Houston Rockets spent the 2020-21 NBA season beginning their rebuild. They moved on from head coach Mike D’antoni, general manager Daryl Morey stepped down and franchise cornerstone James Harden was traded.
The Toronto Raptors missed the playoffs for the first time in seven years last season. They dealt with injuries to key players throughout the season and could never find their rhythm.
Third Down Thursdays to returns with Week 5 NFL takes, MLB playoff chaos and some NBA preseason breakdowns.
The Oklahoma City Thunder were terrible in the second half of last year and their fans can expect a full season of it this year.
The Cleveland Cavaliers missed the playoffs for their third straight season. In the 2020-2021 NBA season, the Cavaliers finished the season with a 22-50 record for 13th in the eastern conference.
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