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Oct 18, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (8) drives to the basket against New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) during the third quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Bub Carrington Should Lean Into His Potential In 2025

The rookie is right now adapting to the NBA, but in 2025, it's time for him to test his own limits.

Morten Stig Jensen
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Oct 18, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (8) drives to the basket against New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) during the third quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images
NBA Rookies

Bub Carrington Should Lean Into His Potential In 2025

The rookie is right now adapting to the NBA, but in 2025, it's time for him to test his own limits.

Morten Stig Jensen
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Oct 28, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht (4) against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Dalton Knecht Ties Record in Lakers Sixth-Straight Win

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht continued to light it up in the team’s sixth straight win Tuesday night.

Derek Parker
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Oct 18, 2024; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Toronto Raptors forward Jamison Battle (77) dribbles the ball against Brooklyn Nets point guard Dennis Schroder (17) during the second half at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images
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Jamison Battle Carving Out Role for Young Raptors Team

The undrafted rookie out of Ohio State has earned a marksman role off the bench early in his career.

Matt Coletti
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Nov 18, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Tyler Kolek (13) drives to the basket against Washington Wizards guard Carlton Carrington (8) during the fourth quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Knicks Rookies Shine in Beatdown of Wizards

New York’s trio of newbies shone in the team’s win over Washington.

Derek Parker
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Nov 18, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain (20) reacts after scoring against the Miami Heat during the first quarter at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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Despite Rough Season For 76ers, McCain Remains Bright Spot

Jared McCain is averaging over 15 points on the season.

Morten Stig Jensen
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Nov 16, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht (4) brings the ball up court against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
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Dalton Knecht Making An Impact On The Lakers' Starting Lineup

The No. 17 overall pick is already a key contributor for the Lakers.

Arya Chawla
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Nov 16, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Utah Jazz forward Kyle Filipowski (22) reacts after scoring against the Sacramento Kings during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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Utah Jazz Rookie Center Lifting the Shorthanded Front Court Rotation

The Utah Jazz have continued to weather the storm without Walker Kessler in the fold causing rookie Kyle Filipowski to step up in a big way, even in their loss to the Sacramento Kings.

Rylan Stiles
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Nov 15, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) shoots over Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the second half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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Stephon Castle Is Establishing Himself In the Spurs Core

The Spurs’ fourth overall pick is already impacting the game in many different ways.

Arya Chawla
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Nov 16, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht (4) brings the ball up court against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
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Lakers Rookie Finding Footing in Starting Role

Los Angeles newbie Dalton Knecht is beginning to become an impactful players for the Lakers.

Derek Parker
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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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Rookie Zach Edey to Face MVP Nikola Jokic

Memphis Grizzlies big man Zach Edey will face off against the three-time MVP tonight.

Derek Parker
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Oct 12, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Baylor Scheierman (55) attempts a three-point basket against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second half at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images
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G League Rookies Impress as Tip-Off Tournament Brings First Opportunities

Whether these four rookies were selected or signed shortly after the 2024 NBA draft, their impressive starts to the G League season offer hope for an eventual call-up to the NBA.

Jace Derryberry
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Nov 15, 2024; Orlando, Florida, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain (20) celebrates after a three pointer against the Orlando Magic in the third quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Jared McCain Continues Historic Pace as 76ers Falter

Philadelphia’s rookie has been a shining light in a dark season so far.

Derek Parker
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Nov 14, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz forward Kyle Filipowski (22) and Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson (31) battle for the ball during the second quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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Utah Jazz Rookie Big Man Finding Stride in Win Over Mavericks

The Utah Jazz selected Duke big man Kyle Filipowski in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft. The Jazz saw him hit his stride against the Dallas Mavericks in the teams big win.

Rylan Stiles
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Oct 11, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Detroit Pistons forward Simone Fontecchio (19) drives against Phoenix Suns center Oso Ighodaro (4) during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
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Oso Ighodaro Steps Up to Help Suns Win First NBA Cup Game

The Phoenix Suns' second-round pick had played sparingly up until last night, but was ready to go when his name was called upon.

Matt Coletti
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Nov 13, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain (20) controls the ball against the Cleveland Cavaliers in the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

76ers Rookie Showing Early Signs of Stardom

Philadelphia’s Jared McCain’s hasn’t looked like a rookie so far.

Derek Parker
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Oct 28, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht (4) against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Lakers Rookie Bounces Back with Career High

Rookie Dalton Knecht saw one of his best games in purple and gold Wednesday.

Derek Parker
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Nov 13, 2024; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (23) warms up before the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-Imagn Images
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Trail Blazers Rookie Dominates in Win Over Timberwolves

Portland rookie Donovan Clingan saw his best professional game on Wednesday night.

Derek Parker
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Nov 11, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Washington Wizards guard Carlton Carrington (8) dribbles against the Houston Rockets in the second half at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images
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Bub Carrington Put His Versatility on Display in Recent Loss to Houston

The rookie has played well early on for a young, rebuilding Wizards team.

Matt Coletti
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Nov 13, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) drives to the basket against New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi (21) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Yves Missi Continues Success in Pelicans’ Starting Lineup

Rookie Yves Missi continued his stretch of solid play on Wednesday night.

Derek Parker
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Nov 6, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (14) handles the ball as Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes (11) defends during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
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Rookie Zach Edey to Face Tough Test in Lakers’ Anthony Davis

Memphis Grizzlies rookie Zach Edey will have his hands full standing in opposition to Anthony Davis tonight.

Derek Parker
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Nov 12, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain (20) shoots the ball against the New York Knicks during the third quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
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Philadelphia 76ers Rookie Continues Hot Streak

Philadelphia rookie Jared McCain continues his hot scoring streak Tuesday night.

Derek Parker
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Nov 10, 2024; Orlando, Florida, USA; Washington Wizards forward Kyshawn George (18) goes to the basket against Orlando Magic forward Tristan da Silva (23) during the second quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images
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Kyshawn George Is Giving Washington Quality Minutes

The Wizards’ rookie wing has leaned into his strength from college: The long ball.

Morten Stig Jensen
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Nov 11, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi (21) dunks the ball against the Brooklyn Nets during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
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Rookie Yves Missi Has Been Silver Lining for Pelicans

New Orleans has seen a rough season so far, but has a silver lining in its rookie.

Derek Parker
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Nov 9, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher (10) scores a basket against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
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Atlanta Hawks: Zaccharie Risacher Showing Why He Went No. 1

The Atlanta Hawks rookie leads all first-year players in scoring at this point in the season.

Keenan Womack
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Nov 10, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain (20) reacts after scoring against the Charlotte Hornets during the third quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
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Rookie Jared McCain Leads Depleted 76ers To Huge Overtime Win

McCain led Philadelphia in scoring in their crucial overtime victory. 

Arya Chawla
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