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Dec 3, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Tidjane Salaun (31) reacts after scoring during the second half against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images

Charlotte Hornets Rookie Fills Stat Sheet In Loss to 76ers

The Charlotte Hornets have seen an up and down season go off the rails this week, after losing to the Wizards and 76ers in back to back games to poke holes in their play-in hopes. Tidjane Salaun filled up the stat sheet in their recent loss, which could b

Dec 3, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Tidjane Salaun (31) reacts after scoring during the second half against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images

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Charlotte Hornets Rookie Fills Stat Sheet In Loss to 76ers

The Charlotte Hornets have seen an up and down season go off the rails this week, after losing to the Wizards and 76ers in back to back games to poke holes in their play-in hopes. Tidjane Salaun filled up the stat sheet in their recent loss, which could b

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Dec 12, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi (21) brings the ball up court against Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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Yves Missi Continues Impressive Run With Struggling Pelicans

The New Orleans rookie has been a model of consistency for a team that needs it.

Dec 19, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) in the second half against the Atlanta Hawks at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

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Spurs’ Castle Assumes Top Spot on Rookie Ladder

Stephon Castle is now the No. 1-ranked rookie following key injuries.

Dec 19, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins (22) drives to the basket as Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (14) defends during the third quarter at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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Memphis Grizzlies Prove Big in Win Over Golden State Warriors

The Memphis Grizzlies have seen its rookies burst onto the scene to help the team get off the a strong start. In a recent win over the Golden State Warriors, Zach Edey and Jaylen Wells were huge.

Nov 13, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Washington Wizards forward Alex Sarr (20) goes up to dunk during the first half against the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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Wizards Top Pick Shows Ceiling in Win over Hornets

Washington's Alex Sarr showed his sky-high ceiling in a Thursday-night win over Charlotte.

Nov 27, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Toronto Raptors guard Jamal Shead (23) brings the ball up court against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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Jamal Shead Provides Spark in Raptors' Comeback Bid Against Bulls

The rookie out of Houston played like he should be an integral piece of the Raptors rebuild.

Dec 15, 2024; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic forward Tristan da Silva (23) shoots the ball over New York Knicks forward Josh Hart (3) in the first quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

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Tristan da Silva Has Breakout Game for Banged-Up Orlando Magic

The rookie out of Colorado was more aggressive on the offensive end leading to a season-high 20 points against the Knicks Sunday night.

Dec 5, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) after being fouled during the second half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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Spurs’ Stephon Castle Leads Rookie of the Year Race with Edey, McCain Injuries

With injuries abound in the NBA, Stephon Castle will have a chance at Rookie of the Year.

Dec 13, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Caris LeVert (3) drives to the basket against Washington Wizards guard Carlton Carrington (8) during the second half at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

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Bub Carrington Handling Increased Responsibility For Washington

Washington's rookie guard is earning valuable experience through increased playing time.

Dec 8, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht (4) dunks over Portland Trail Blazers forward Toumani Camara (33) in the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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Lakers Rookie Dalton Knecht Has Cooled Off

Los Angeles rookie Dalton Knecht has seen a recent rough stretch.

Dec 4, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain (20) looks on during the fourth quarter against the Orlando Magic at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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76ers' Jared McCain Out With Torn Meniscus

The Philadelphia 76ers will be without their rookie guard indefinitely.

Nov 15, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey warms up before taking on the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

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Memphis Grizzlies Coach Offers Update on Zach Edey

Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins gave an update on the team’s rookie.

Dec 6, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis (14) brings the ball up court against the Indiana Pacers during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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Matas Buzelis Needs To Slow Down, But He's Become Intriguing

The Bulls rookie plays with a level of passion and energy that should lead him to finding success at the NBA level.

Dec 6, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) warms up before a game against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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Lakers: Bronny James Scores 30 for South Bay

Los Angeles rookie Bronny James is finding his groove in South Bay.

Dec 8, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi (21) goes up against San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) in the first half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

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Yves Missi Establishing Himself as Pelicans’ Franchise Center

New Orleans has long sought a franchise center, and they may have finally found the one in Missi.

Dec 4, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain (20) looks on against the Orlando Magic during the fourth quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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Jared McCain Continues to Thrive in Multiple Roles

The Philadelphia 76ers have continued to trot rookie Jared McCain out there in multiple roles. Off the bench on Sunday, McCain gave the team a lift in its big win.

Oct 9, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (8) warms up before the game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Wizards Rookie Helps Team in Win Over Nuggets

Bub Carrington was pivotal to the team’s third win of the season, this time over Denver.

Dec 6, 2024; Portland, Oregon, USA; Utah Jazz guard Isaiah Collier (13) dribbles the ball against Portland Trail Blazers forward Jabari Walker (34) during the second half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-Imagn Images

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Isaiah Collier Shakes Free Off Bench for Utah Jazz, Could Be Finding His Groove

The Utah Jazz saw Isaiah Collier post one of his best games as a rookie on Friday agianst the Portalnd Trail Blazers. Is Collier finding his stride?

Nov 29, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Rob Dillingham (4) warms up before the game against the LA Clippers at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Rob Dillingham Sees Perplexing Start to Timberwolves Career

Minnesota’s rookie has seen an interesting start to his NBA career.

Dec 2, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis (14) dunks against the Brooklyn Nets during the first half at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

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Rookie Matas Buzelis Finding Groove with Chicago Bulls

Newbie Matas Buzelis has found his NBA footing in his last few games with the Chicago Bulls.

Nov 26, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht (4) against the Phoenix Suns during an NBA Cup game at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Lakers Rookie Dalton Knecht Struggling in Recent Stretch

Los Angeles rookie Dalton Knecht has struggled to maintain his high-level play this week.

Nov 29, 2024; Portland, Oregon, USA; Sacramento Kings center Isaac Jones (17) grabs a rebound during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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Isaac Jones Provides a Spark for the Struggling Kings

The rookie out of Washington State has been a pleasant surprise for the Kings early in his career.

Nov 29, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins talks with forward Jaylen Wells (0) during the first quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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Jaylen Wells Continues to Show Value for Memphis Grizzlies

In the wake of Grizzlies injuries, the rookie wing has demonstrated his ability throughout the season.

Dec 2, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis (14) shoots a three point basket against Brooklyn Nets forward Dariq Whitehead (0) during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

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Matas Buzelis Has Breakout Game for the Chicago Bulls

The eleventh overall pick in this past summer's NBA Draft had a very promising game Monday night against the Brooklyn Nets.

Dec 2, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray (5) talks to center Yves Missi (21) against the Atlanta Hawks in the second quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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Pelicans Yves Missi Showing Early Signs of Stardom

At 20, Yves Missi has been a sole silver lining for New Orleans.