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.

Nov 22, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jeremiah Fears (0) and center Derik Queen (22) attempt to steal the ball from Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (7) with the first half of the game at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Anderson-Imagn Images

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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

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

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These rookies have the best chance at capturing the honors at the end of the 2025-26 regular season.

Jul 12, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper (2) dribbles the ball against the Dallas Mavericks in the first quarter of their game at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images

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

Jul 14, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (7) dribbles the ball against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half of a NBA basketball game at the Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images

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If Kon Knueppel can meet these two realistic statistical benchmarks, his rookie season will likely be a resounding success.

Arya Chawla

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

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

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