Even NBA professional scouts sometimes make mistakes. Many players were misjudged by scouts, so they ended up in low draft picks. But gold will always shine, and some players rely on their outstanding performance. Having proven themselves and showing their worth, we will take stock of the top 10 second-round picks currently in service and rank them. Among them, Dillon of Rockets is on the list.
Tenth Dinwiddie
Dinwiddie was the No. 8 pick in the second round of 2014. At his peak, he was the best ball-handling core in the league. However, he suffered a serious injury and was no longer at his peak. But now Dinwiddie Dinwiddie is still the top blue-collar player in the league, which is considered very good. This season, Dinwiddie averaged 10.5 points, 2.7 rebounds and 4.7 assists per game. Because of his excellent defensive ability, Lakers fans also jokingly call him Ding Widdie. bureau.
No. 9 Clarkson
Clarkson was the No. 16 pick in the second round of 2014. Clarkson proved his scoring ability when he was in Cavaliers . Joining Jazz allowed him to get the ball. He also relied on outstanding individuals. The offense won the title of Best Sixth Man. Clarkson averaged 17.1 points, 3.4 rebounds and 5 assists per game this season. If his defensive ability can be better, he can even serve as the team's starting backcourt.
No. 8 Brogdon
Brogdon was the No. 6 pick in the second round of 2016. If he hadn't participated in the draft because he was 24 years old, he would definitely be worthy of being a first-round pick based on his ability. Brogdon was selected by the Bucks in He has proven himself during the Pacers period and played as a top second player. During the Green Army period, he won the best sixth man. Now in the Trail Blazers , he averaged 15.7 points, 3.8 rebounds and 5.5 assists per game this season. It is estimated that many teams will want to get him during the offseason.
Seventh Powell
Kobe Bryant was the 16th pick in the second round of 2015. Although Powell was a second round pick, he quickly established his core position in Raptors relying on his excellent offense. He was even more popular during the Trail Blazers period. He once averaged 19 points per game, and now serves as a substitute scorer for the Clippers . This season, he averaged 13.9 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game. He averaged 2.2 three-pointers per game. Now he is a fast player. The main firepower on the outside of the ship.
No. 6 Dillon
Dillon was the No. 15 pick in the second round of 2017. No one thought he could succeed at that time. As a result, Dillon relied on his toughness to prove himself in the Grizzlies, and now he has become the team's starter in the Rockets. , the reason why he is ranked ahead of Clarkson and Powell is because Dillon has the ability to start. He is a top 3D, averaging 12.7 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 0.9 steals per game this season, and his three-point shooting rate is 36%,
Fifth Boyang
Bo Yang was the No. 1 pick in the second round of 2011. He only entered the league in 2014, but relying on his excellent shooting ability, he quickly gained a core position. Bo Yang’s top shooting ability is very Excellent, he has averaged 20+ per game in the past two years, but this season he came to Knicks , but was delayed by Thibodeau. He only averaged 15.3 points, 2.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists per game, three-pointers The shooting rate is 40%, and the shooting is still strong.
Fourth Middleton
To be honest, Middleton's performance this season may be overrated at this position. Of course, his poor data is because of Lillard's arrival. He sacrificed data. Middleton There is still no problem with Dun's ability. He averaged 15 points, 4.7 rebounds and 5.3 assists per game this season. Looking at the data alone, you may think it is average. This season, his shooting percentage is 49% and the three-point shooting percentage is 39%. Excellent.
Third Grant
Grant was the No. 9 pick in the second round of 2014. Grant was only a defensive player in the league back then. However, after joining the Pistons, Grant gained a core position. He also developed the ability to attack with the ball. Grant has also relied on his outstanding performance to become the core of the Trail Blazers this season. He averaged 21 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 0.8 steals per game. It is a waste of talent in the Trail Blazers.
Second Brunson
Brunson was the No. 3 pick in the second round of 2018. After the Mavericks showed his worth, the Knicks poached him with a big contract. Brunson relied on his excellent personal singles ability and organizational ability. After helping the Knicks reach the second round of the playoffs last season, Brunson also led the team to the top four in the division this season when Randall was absent due to injury. Brunson averaged 10 points per game this season. He scored 28.6 points, 3.6 rebounds, 6.7 assists and 0.9 steals.
No. 1 Jokic
Jokic was the No. 11 pick in the second round of 2014. He is now the number one player in the league. Jokic can be said to be the best passing center in history. This season Jokic averaged 26.5 points, 12.3 rebounds, 9 assists, 1.3 steals and 0.9 blocks per game, shooting 58% from the field. Jokic has already won two regular season MVPs and a Finals MVP. He will have opportunities in the future. Became a historical star, and now he is the best second-round pick in history.
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