The 2022 NBA Draft Class have been performing pretty well this 2022-2023 season with Top 5 picks producing valuable contributions to their respective teams like the No.1 Pick, Paolo Banchero providing a superstar potential for the Magic and giving basketball fans a new superstar in the making to look forward to. Follow us for more NBA shorts news and updates here!
Here we will provide the best Five Rookies that will stand out and shine at the upcoming NBA Rising Stars Game during the 2023 NBA All-Star Weekend.
1.Paolo Banchero (Forward) – Orlando Magic
Stats: 21.1 PPG, 6.7 RPG, 3.9 APG
The Italian pride is currently tearing the league with his complete package and NBA ready, with this young Big Man giving Magic a 20-points performance in every appearance. Without a doubt, Banchero has the highest probability of taking home the Wilt Chamberlain Trophy as he leads all rookies in scoring, and has been a great rim protection and provides a huge contribution in interrupting the flow and passing lanes of the opponents. It is certain that Paolo Banchero will display his All-Star potential in the upcoming Rising Star Game.
Rising Star Stats Game Prediction: 20 points, 5 assists, 10 rebounds (Rising Star MVP)
2. Bennedict Mathurin (Forward) – Indiana Pacers
Stats: 17.2 PPG, 4.2 RPG, 2.4 APG
This 20 year-old Canadian Wing continues to produce a great scoring career and provides valuable contributions coming off the bench. Even though it is obvious that Mathurin will not be able to steal the Rookie of the Year from Paolo Banchero, he is making a strong case for Sixth Man of the Year. All in all, Bennedict Mathurin will also provide a one-of-a-kind performance in the Rising Star Game and will possibly be the MVP of that exhibition game having a neck-to-neck battle with Paolo Banchero.
Rising Star Stats Game Prediction: 18 points, 9 assists, 8 rebounds
3. Jabari Smith Jr (Forward) – Houston Rockets
Stats: 12.1 PPG, 7.2 RPG, 0.8 APG
The first season for the third overall pick of Houston Rockets has been an upside-down battle due to his inconsistency that hampers his rookie stat line. This is a natural thing to happen for a rookie playing in the biggest basketball league in the world and he is just a 19 year-old. His potential is impressive, his tenacity, attitude on and off the court, his monstrous defensive performance will surely give him a long career, or possibly a star potential career in the NBA.
Rising Star Stats Game Prediction: 15 points, 10 rebounds, 2 blocks
4. Jaden Ivey (Guard) – Detroit Piston
Stats: 15.5 PPG, 4.2 RPG, 4.0 APG, 1.0 SPG
Jaden Ivey’s rookie performance so far has been jaw-dropping — he shows a potential of being the twin of Memphis Grizzlies Superstar Ja Morant, with his flashy passes, speed, and insane vertical combined with a package of dunks. This 20 year-old, if remains consistent and will be a huge contributor to Detroit Piston’s future, he will be another star in the making. He is exciting to watch on a nightly basis.
Rising Star Stats Game Prediction: 16 points, 10 assists, 5 rebounds, 1 stl.
5. Keegan Murray (Forward) – Sacramento Kings
Stats: 11.9 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 0.8 APG
The IOWA Standout has been a revelation for the Sacramento Kings excellent performance this season. He is fitted to the well-oiled offensive and defensive machine of the Kings as he led rookies with 38% from the three-point area. He also stepped up big time by scoring 20 or more in four straight games. If he remains consistent, he will have a long career in the NBA, or possibly a borderline star career and will possibly be one of the keys to Sacramento Kings’ playoff drought.
Rising Star Stats Game Prediction: 14 points, 4 assists, 4 rebounds, 1 block.
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