Arya Chawla

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Arya is an NBA & NBA Draft analyst from Boston, Massachusetts. He has produced content on specific players and teams as well as general basketball philosophy.

Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson (22) looks back after scoring against Baylor Bears during the game inside Allen Fieldhouse on Jan. 16, 2026.

Newsfeed

In a career-best 35-point outing, first overall pick Cooper Flagg showcased the tools that shape his potential to be a lead scorer.

Nov 15, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) reacts after making a basket against the UConn Huskies during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Newsfeed

It's no secret how great Dybantsa's talent is, but his best NBA All-Star comparison may be surprising

Oct 23, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Will Richard (3) protects the ball against the Denver Nuggets during the fourth quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Kupbens-Imagn Images

NBA Rookies

Early in his rookie season, the young guard has looked phenomenal next in Golden State's backcourt with Curry out of the lineup.

Oct 27, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard Ace Bailey (19) drives against Phoenix Suns forward Royce O'Neale (00) during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

NBA Rookies

Ace Bailey hasn't had the most productive start to his career, so he should target these two improvement areas to turn his play around.

Oct 26, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (7) attempts.a shot against the Washington Wizards during the third quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images

NBA Rookies

Through his first four regular season games, the Hornets rookie has already displayed considerable upside.

Oct 24, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Boston Celtics guard Hugo Gonzalez (28) goes to the basket against New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) during the fourth quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

NBA Rookies

The Boston Celtics rookie showed a lot of good signs in his NBA debut.

Jun 25, 2025; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Jeremiah Fears, Cooper Flagg, and Dylan Harper stand on stage before the 2025 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Newsfeed

These NBA rookies could make a big statement with their opening week performances.

Tennessee's Nate Ament during basketball practice on July 14, 2025, in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Newsfeed

Many know about the trio atop 2026 draft boards, but they're not the only high-potential freshmen in the class.

Mar 15, 2025; Fort Worth, TX, USA; Memphis Tigers guard Colby Rogers (3) controls the ball as Tulane Green Wave guard Kam Williams (3) defends during the first half at Dickies Arena. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

Newsfeed

As the sophomore transfer begins his Kentucky career, his draft stock carries notable upside.

Mar 22, 2025; Providence, RI, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks forward Karter Knox (11) celebrates during the second half of a second round men’s NCAA Tournament game against the St. John's Red Storm at Amica Mutual Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

Newsfeed

The Razorbacks' returning sophomore is an undervalued premier prospect in the 2026 NBA Draft Class.

Jun 25, 2025; Brooklyn, NY, USA; VJ Edgecombe arrives before the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Newsfeed

Across a range of scenarios, here are three players who the third overall pick's impact could replicate.

Jul 12, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg (32) passes the ball against San Antonio Spurs center Nathan Mensah (31) and guard Dylan Harper (2) in the third quarter of their game at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images

NBA Rookies

In an annual summary of NBA executives, three rookies were voted as the leading candidate to be the best player in 2030.

Arya Chawla

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

An Evaluation of Darryn Peterson's Ambitious NBA Comparisons

Cooper Flagg has Unique Opportunity to Join NBA's Greatest Legends

What AJ Dybantsa’s 30-Point Triple-Double Reveals About His Playmaking Upside

Could Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen Turn the Pelicans Around?

Newsfeed

Cooper Flagg’s 35-Point Outburst Illustrates His Blueprint for Elite Scoring

Newsfeed

AJ Dybantsa's Best NBA Comparison May Come as a Surprise

NBA Rookies

Could Will Richard be the Warriors' Shooting Guard of the Future?

NBA Rookies

There are Two Keys in Jazz Rookie Ace Bailey's Development

NBA Rookies

Kon Knueppel is Showing Star Potential Early for the Hornets

NBA Rookies

Three Takeaways From Celtics' Rookie Hugo Gonzalez's NBA Debut

Newsfeed

Three NBA Rookie Matchups to Monitor During Opening Week

Newsfeed

Meet the 2026 NBA Draft Prospects With Underrated Potential

Returner Outlook: How High Can Kam Williams Rise on Draft Boards?

Karter Knox: a Quiet Star of the 2026 NBA Draft Class

V.J. Edgecombe: Bear, Base and Bull Comparisons

Who Will be the Best 2025 NBA Draftee in Five Years?