The latest NBA Rookie Rankings reveal a stark decline in rookie performance, marking this season as perhaps the least productive in two decades. Currently, only five rookies are scoring in double figures, one of which, Jared McCain, will play under 600 minutes due to a knee injury. This situation contrasts sharply with the previous years, where more than eight rookies typically achieved double-digit scoring. The ranking process assesses full-season performance rather than current status or future projections and emphasizes the importance of roles and minutes for each player.
This season is arguably the least productive rookie class of the last 20 years, with only five players averaging double-digit points amid significant injuries constraining performance.
One of the notable aspects of the 2024 draft class is the low number of double-figure scorers compared to previous years, signaling a potential downturn in rookie talent.
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