by Nick on Tue May 30, 2006 12:00 am
I wouldn't expect 2005's mid-late 1st round rookies too break out just yet. Though Rashad McCants could do some damage offensively if he starts for Minnesota.
I'm gonna echo Devin Harris. He is my pick for MIP next year so far. I could imagine him with numbers of 16ppg, 2 steals and 5 or 6 assists if he starts. I also think Kevin Martin could turn into a 16ppg player with the oppurtunity. Chris Bosh's point average will rise about 3 more points. If Marcus Banks still has the starting oppurtunity in Minnesota next year he could breaktout a little. I could see Jameer Nelson averaging 18, 19ppg and 7 apg next season. Aging Sam Cassell may present Shaun Livingston with more oppurtunity, and he could end up among the league leaders in assists. I don't see any reason why Al Jefferson won't average double figures in points next season. Josh Smith's last month and a half of 05/06 was phenominal, we can expect a scary season from him next season. I'm most excited to see how much further LeBron James can exceed expectations though.