For most observers, LaMelo Ball was the favorite for the title of rookie of the year. Because he was the one with the most opportunity. This beginner class was pretty hit and miss at the start. And it is confirmed on the ground. For the moment, no rookie stands out. Anthony Edwards has to simplify his game, James Wiseman has to settle for being the Warriors’ 4th or 5th option, and for the rest, there really is nothing crazy to report.
In fact, LaMelo Ball is the only one who meets expectations overall. The substitute leader of the Hornets is first in rebounds, assists, interceptions and evaluation of his promotion. Lately, he became the youngest player in history to land a triple-double. If he confirms in the next few weeks, we will probably hold our ROY.
Asked about his teammate, Gordon Hayward had only good things to say. And he even let himself be tempted by a rather flattering comparison.
“He’s tall. But more than anything he feels the game. To me he’s a bit like Russell Westbrook and Luka Doncic who always spin around the ball and come back to them often. With his rebounds and what he is. able to do for a great action, for me it’s the same kind of feeling as with them. I think it will be very good. “
He now has to get rid of a few flaws, especially in his handling of the ball. But we agree that the potential is really there.
LaMelo Ball already in NBA history
