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Apr 11, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis (14) dunks the ball against the Washington Wizards during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Rookies Face Off in NBA Play-In Tournament, Buzelis Season Ends

The Chicago Bulls are done with its season after falling to the Miami Heat in the NBA Play-In Tournament.

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Apr 11, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis (14) dunks the ball against the Washington Wizards during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
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Rookies Face Off in NBA Play-In Tournament, Buzelis Season Ends

The Chicago Bulls are done with its season after falling to the Miami Heat in the NBA Play-In Tournament.

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Apr 13, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher (10) shown on the court during the first half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
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Hawks’ Top Pick Struggles in Play-In vs. Magic

Zaccharie Risacher has had a nice season, but has plenty to work on moving forward.

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Apr 13, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward Jaylon Tyson (24) stands on the court in the first quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Rocket Arena.
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Best Rookie Performances from the Final Day of the NBA Regular Season

A number of NBA rookies got to play significant minutes on Sunday, with a few players turning in solid performances to cap off the 2024-25 campaign.

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Apr 11, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher (10) dunks against the Philadelphia 76ers in the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
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Three Rookies Poised To Make An Impact In The 2025 NBA Postseason

These three rookies will help dictate the outcome of vital playoff games.

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Apr 13, 2025; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Toronto Raptors forward Jonathan Mogbo (2) dunks ahead of San Antonio Spurs forward Harrison Barnes (40) during the first half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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Toronto Raptors Rookie Flirts With Another Triple-Double

The Toronto Raptors saw its rookie class shine against the Spurs in a game that put the 2024 NBA Draft Class on display.

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Apr 10, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (14) reacts during the fourth quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
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Three Rookies Set to Impact NBA Playoffs

Rookies don't typically make an impact in the postseason, but there are three who could.

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Mar 8, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Johnny Furphy (12) warms up on the court before the game against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mady Mertens-Imagn Images
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Indiana Pacers Rookie Gets Run, Produces vs. Magic

The Indiana Pacers see rookie Johnny Furphy have a career night against the Orlando Magic.

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Mar 19, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Dillon Jones (3) dribbles down the court against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second half at Paycom Center.
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OKC Thunder Rookie Makes Second Career Start as NBA Playoffs Loom

After being a first round pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, Dillon Jones made his second career start on Friday night.

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Apr 10, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher (10) dunks against the Brooklyn Nets during the third quarter at Barclays Center.
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Hawks Rookie and Top Pick Zaccharie Risacher Turns in Another Strong Performance

Atlanta's rookie wing has produced multiple solid outings this season, giving the Hawks hope that the team could have a solid young core.

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Apr 9, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA;  San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) dribbles against Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski (2) and forward Jimmy Butler III (10) in the fourth quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
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Spurs Coasting to Back-to-Back Rookie of the Year Winners

San Antonio will likely have back-to-back Rookie of the Year winners in Wembanyama and Castle.

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Apr 4, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN;  Toronto Raptors forward Jonathan Mogbo (2) passes the ball against the Detroit Pistons in the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images
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Toronto Raptors Rookie Logs Triple-Double

The Toronto Raptors saw rookie Jonathan Mogbo log a triple-double in the team's win over the Hornets.

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Apr 9, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA;  Utah Jazz center Kyle Filipowski (22) passes off the ball in front of Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (23) in the first half at Delta Center.
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Jazz Rookie Kyle Filipowski Dominates in Utah's Win Against Trail Blazers

The Utah Jazz picked up a win on Wednesday night behind a big performance from rookie big-man Kyle Filipowski.

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Apr 9, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Jonathan Mogbo (2) dunks against the Charlotte Hornets during the second quarter at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images
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Raptors Rookie Becomes First in Class to Achieve NBA Milestone

On Wednesday night, Toronto rookie Jonathan Mogbo became the first in the 2024 draft class to reach a major milestone.

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Mar 31, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaylen Wells (0) dribbles as Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) defends during the second quarter at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
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Grizzlies Rookie Injured After Scary Fall Against Hornets

Memphis rookie Jaylen Wells was hurt in a contest against the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday.

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Apr 6, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Utah Jazz guard Isaiah Collier (13) shoots against the Atlanta Hawks in the third quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
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2024 NBA Draft Class Puts On a Show in Hawks-Jazz Game

The 2024 NBA Draft was on full display in a game between the Atlanta Hawks and Utah Jazz as Isaiah Collier led the show.

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Mar 31, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaylen Wells (0) drives to the basket as Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) defends during the third quarter at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
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Memphis Grizzlies: The Case for Jaylen Wells as Rookie of the Year

While he's now unlikely to win the award, there's an argument to be made that Wells is the rightful Rookie Of The Year winner.

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Apr 6, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (3) dribbles against the Atlanta Hawks in the fourth quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
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Utah Jazz Prospects Continue to Impress Down the Stretch

Utah's late lottery and first round picks continue to overachieve as the team careens towards a top '25 pick.

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Apr 5, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA;  Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (14) during payers introductions before their game against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images
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Memphis Grizzlies Rookie Key in Latest Win

The Memphis Grizzlies saw rookie big man Zach Edey be key in its win over the Detroit Pistons. He cleaned the glass and helped lift Memphis to a big win.

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Apr 1, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (14) shoots as Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler III (10) defends during the first quarter at FedExForum.
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Grizzlies Rookie Zach Edey Makes History in Win Against Pistons

In Memphis' Saturday night win against Detroit, Zach Edey set a Grizzlies' franchise record, continuing a strong season for the former Purdue star.

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Apr 5, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher (10) shown on the court before the game against New York Knicks at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
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Atlanta Hawks Rookie Turns in Well Rounded Stat Sheet vs. Knicks

The Atlanta Hawks have seen Zaccharie Risacher turn in a well rounded stat sheet in a game that the New York Knicks took home.

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Apr 4, 2025; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) dribbles in the second half against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Frost Bank Center.
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Spurs Rookie Records Near Triple-Double Against East's Top Team

Stephon Castle continues to have a strong rookie season, and is the frontrunner for the Rookie of the Year award.

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Apr 4, 2025; San Antonio, Texas, USA;  San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) shoots over Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley (4) in the second half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images
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Has Spurs' Stephon Castle Wrapped Up Rookie of the Year?

The Spurs guard taken fourth overall has been the most consistent first-year player.

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Apr 3, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat center Kel'el Ware (7) dunks against Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (14) during the third quarter at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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Heat-Grizzlies Game Saw 2024 NBA Draft Class on Display

The Memphis Grizzlies and Miami Heat saw the 2024 NBA Draft Class come to play in its National TV game.

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Jan 14, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Trey Alexander (23) grabs a rebound against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center.
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Denver Nuggets' Trey Alexander Wins G League Rookie of the Year

After going undrafted in the 2024 NBA Draft, Trey Alexander has put together a strong rookie season in the G League.

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Apr 3, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Adem Bona (30) reacts against the Milwaukee Bucks in the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
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76ers Rookie Shows Two-Way Impact in Loss to Bucks

Philadelphia’s rookie big man shone in the team’s 10th-straight loss.

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