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Dec 8, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi (21) goes up against San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) in the first half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

Yves Missi Establishing Himself as Pelicans’ Franchise Center

New Orleans has long sought a franchise center, and they may have finally found the one in Missi.

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Yves Missi Establishing Himself as Pelicans’ Franchise Center

New Orleans has long sought a franchise center, and they may have finally found the one in Missi.

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Dec 4, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain (20) looks on against the Orlando Magic during the fourth quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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Jared McCain Continues to Thrive in Multiple Roles

The Philadelphia 76ers have continued to trot rookie Jared McCain out there in multiple roles. Off the bench on Sunday, McCain gave the team a lift in its big win.

Oct 9, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (8) warms up before the game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Wizards Rookie Helps Team in Win Over Nuggets

Bub Carrington was pivotal to the team’s third win of the season, this time over Denver.

Dec 6, 2024; Portland, Oregon, USA; Utah Jazz guard Isaiah Collier (13) dribbles the ball against Portland Trail Blazers forward Jabari Walker (34) during the second half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-Imagn Images

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Isaiah Collier Shakes Free Off Bench for Utah Jazz, Could Be Finding His Groove

The Utah Jazz saw Isaiah Collier post one of his best games as a rookie on Friday agianst the Portalnd Trail Blazers. Is Collier finding his stride?

Nov 29, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Rob Dillingham (4) warms up before the game against the LA Clippers at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Rob Dillingham Sees Perplexing Start to Timberwolves Career

Minnesota’s rookie has seen an interesting start to his NBA career.

Dec 2, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis (14) dunks against the Brooklyn Nets during the first half at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

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Rookie Matas Buzelis Finding Groove with Chicago Bulls

Newbie Matas Buzelis has found his NBA footing in his last few games with the Chicago Bulls.

Nov 26, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht (4) against the Phoenix Suns during an NBA Cup game at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Lakers Rookie Dalton Knecht Struggling in Recent Stretch

Los Angeles rookie Dalton Knecht has struggled to maintain his high-level play this week.

Nov 29, 2024; Portland, Oregon, USA; Sacramento Kings center Isaac Jones (17) grabs a rebound during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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Isaac Jones Provides a Spark for the Struggling Kings

The rookie out of Washington State has been a pleasant surprise for the Kings early in his career.

Nov 29, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins talks with forward Jaylen Wells (0) during the first quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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Jaylen Wells Continues to Show Value for Memphis Grizzlies

In the wake of Grizzlies injuries, the rookie wing has demonstrated his ability throughout the season.

Dec 2, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis (14) shoots a three point basket against Brooklyn Nets forward Dariq Whitehead (0) during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

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Matas Buzelis Has Breakout Game for the Chicago Bulls

The eleventh overall pick in this past summer's NBA Draft had a very promising game Monday night against the Brooklyn Nets.

Dec 2, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray (5) talks to center Yves Missi (21) against the Atlanta Hawks in the second quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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Pelicans Yves Missi Showing Early Signs of Stardom

At 20, Yves Missi has been a sole silver lining for New Orleans.

Nov 26, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat guard Pelle Larsson (9) drives to the basket against Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (0) during the second quarter at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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Pelle Larsson is Firmly in the Heat's Rotation with His Strong Play

The second-round pick out of Arizona has been a surprise for the Heat with his do-it-all skillset right out of the gate.

Nov 29, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi (21) dunks during the first quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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Pelicans Center Yves Missi Continues Strong Rookie Campaign

The former Baylor big man has been a model of consistency recently.

Nov 27, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Toronto Raptors guard Ja'Kobe Walter (14) dribbles against New Orleans Pelicans guard Antonio Reeves (12) during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Raptors Rookie Ja’Kobe Walter Is Quietly Making A Big Impact In Starting Lineup

The No. 19 overall pick is making noise on a young Toronto squad.

Nov 27, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht (4) dunks in the second half against the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

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Jared McCain, Dalton Knecht Lead Rookie Ladder

Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain and Lakers forward Dalton Knecht lead NBA Draft on SI’s rookie ladder.

Nov 17, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaylen Wells (0) shoots during the second half against the Denver Nuggets at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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Memphis Grizzlies Rookie Continues to Impress in Starting Lineup

The Memphis Grizzlies have nailed another second round pick. Grabbing Jaylen Wells who is dominating in the starting unit.

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Lakers Wing Dalton Knecht Is Making A Strong Rookie Of The Year Push

The seventeenth overall pick is gaining momentum in the ROTY race.

Nov 30, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain (20) dribbles on Detroit Pistons forward Ronald Holland II (00) in the first half at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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Philadelphia 76ers Rookie Cooling Off After Hot Stretch

Philadelphia rookie Jared McCain has cooled off, despite the team’s improved play.

Nov 27, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) dribbles up the court in the first half against the Los Angeles Lakers at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

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Stephon Castle Thriving with Spurs Lineup

The rookie just got his highest assist count of the season against the Lakers on November 27.

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Rookie Leads Lakers in Loss to OKC Thunder

Dalton Knecht led the Los Angeles Lakers in scoring on Friday night, despite the loss.

Nov 29, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Tidjane Salaun (31) reacts after scoring during the second half against the New York Knicks at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images

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Charlotte Hornets Rookie Key in Narrow Loss to Knicks

The Charlotte Hornets saw rookie Tidjane Salaun post 14 points in the starting lineup to help keep the game close against the New York Knicks.

Nov 26, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards forward Alexandre Sarr (20) shoots the ball as Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic (9) defends in the second quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

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The Wizards Should Prioritize Alex Sarr's Offensive Development

The big man is struggling, but in his defense, he's getting lost in the shuffle.

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Lakers Rookie Returns to Starting Lineup in Win Over Spurs

Los Angeles rookie Dalton Knecht returned to the team’s starting lineup in a win over San Antonio.

Nov 10, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Toronto Raptors guard Ja'Kobe Walter (14) warms up before the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

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Raptors Rookies Star in Blowout Win of Pelicans

Toronto’s quad of rookies starred in the team’s big win over New Orleans.

Nov 25, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi (21) shoots the ball in the first half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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Rookie Yves Missi Has Best Game Yet For Injury-Riddled Pelicans

The rookie out of Baylor showed his promise as the Pelicans future big man in a narrow defeat to the Pacers.