I think we should call him 'Flash'
Anyhoo, looks like people are starting to notice him just a bit
http://www.nba.com/milk_rookie/rookies_041014.html
Notice most of the guys on this list are lottery picks
Anyhoo, looks like people are starting to notice him just a bit
http://www.nba.com/milk_rookie/rookies_041014.html
standout stat-guys? (Clockwise from upper left: Kevin Martin, Ben Gordon, Shaun Livingston, Josh Childress)
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13. Luke Jackson, G-F, Cleveland Cavaliers: The Cavaliers desperately need help from the perimeter, so if Jackson can find his touch from downtown, he could see a lot of playing time.
12. Luol Deng/Andres Nocioni, F-G, Chicago Bulls: The Bulls have yet to settle on a three (or even a two for that matter), meaning Deng and Nocioni will compete with Adrian Griffin and Eric Piatkowski for some serious burn. Definitely a race to watch.
11. Devin Harris, G, Dallas Mavericks: Wisconsin alum should beat out Dan Dickau for the second-string point guard spot behind Jason Terry.
10. Josh Childress, G-F, Atlanta Hawks: His versatility makes him a solid option for a team that's a little thin at the two and the three.
9. Jameer Nelson, G, Orlando Magic: Besides Steve Francis, Nelson is the only point guard on the Magic roster.
8. Rafael Araujo, C, Toronto Raptors: If he can defend and rebound, he'll see major minutes for a Raptors squad that's thin up front.
7. J.R. Smith, G, New Orleans Hornets: Explosive scorer could blossom for a team that needs perimeter help, especially with Jamal Mashburn out for the season.
6. Kevin Martin, G, Sacramento Kings: Geoff Petrie and company are very high on this 6-7 shooting guard, especially with Anthony Peeler in Washington and Doug Christie wrestling with injuries.
5. Nick Collison, F, Seattle SuperSonics: After missing all of last season due to injury, Collison will get every chance to contribute from the four, especially if he boards well.
4. Shaun Livingston, G, L.A. Clippers: Kerry Kittles will probably miss the start of the season due to injury, so this skinny high-school rook will be thrown into the mix from day one. Don't be surprised if he winds up starting at the point before the season's done.
3. Ben Gordon, G, Chicago Bulls: Jamal Crawford's in New York and Scottie Pippen's retired, meaning the Bulls need offensive help from the perimeter. Enter Gordon, who could emerge as the Kirk Hinrich (i.e., surprise rookie guard) of '04.
2. Dwight Howard, F, Orlando Magic: He'll probably start the season behind Battie, Cato and DeClercq, but his offensive game is arguably ahead of those three already. Could rise up quicker than expected. 1. Emeka Okafor, C, Charlotte Bobcats: Probably the only lock in this freshman class. Honestly, it would be a surprise if he didn't start and play 30 minutes a night.
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13. Luke Jackson, G-F, Cleveland Cavaliers: The Cavaliers desperately need help from the perimeter, so if Jackson can find his touch from downtown, he could see a lot of playing time.
12. Luol Deng/Andres Nocioni, F-G, Chicago Bulls: The Bulls have yet to settle on a three (or even a two for that matter), meaning Deng and Nocioni will compete with Adrian Griffin and Eric Piatkowski for some serious burn. Definitely a race to watch.
11. Devin Harris, G, Dallas Mavericks: Wisconsin alum should beat out Dan Dickau for the second-string point guard spot behind Jason Terry.
10. Josh Childress, G-F, Atlanta Hawks: His versatility makes him a solid option for a team that's a little thin at the two and the three.
9. Jameer Nelson, G, Orlando Magic: Besides Steve Francis, Nelson is the only point guard on the Magic roster.
8. Rafael Araujo, C, Toronto Raptors: If he can defend and rebound, he'll see major minutes for a Raptors squad that's thin up front.
7. J.R. Smith, G, New Orleans Hornets: Explosive scorer could blossom for a team that needs perimeter help, especially with Jamal Mashburn out for the season.
6. Kevin Martin, G, Sacramento Kings: Geoff Petrie and company are very high on this 6-7 shooting guard, especially with Anthony Peeler in Washington and Doug Christie wrestling with injuries.
5. Nick Collison, F, Seattle SuperSonics: After missing all of last season due to injury, Collison will get every chance to contribute from the four, especially if he boards well.
4. Shaun Livingston, G, L.A. Clippers: Kerry Kittles will probably miss the start of the season due to injury, so this skinny high-school rook will be thrown into the mix from day one. Don't be surprised if he winds up starting at the point before the season's done.
3. Ben Gordon, G, Chicago Bulls: Jamal Crawford's in New York and Scottie Pippen's retired, meaning the Bulls need offensive help from the perimeter. Enter Gordon, who could emerge as the Kirk Hinrich (i.e., surprise rookie guard) of '04.
2. Dwight Howard, F, Orlando Magic: He'll probably start the season behind Battie, Cato and DeClercq, but his offensive game is arguably ahead of those three already. Could rise up quicker than expected. 1. Emeka Okafor, C, Charlotte Bobcats: Probably the only lock in this freshman class. Honestly, it would be a surprise if he didn't start and play 30 minutes a night.