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#1 Phoenix Suns: DeAndre Ayton
There were a few perks when it comes to Ayton, and they are going to stay constant (if not get better) for the foreseeable future, and these are his NBA ready physique, athleticism and an impressive vertical.
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He also has a wide array of post moves and good mechanics on his shot. His defense leaves a lot to be desired, especially for a guy possessing his physical tools, but the season is young and he has made a few strides on that end already.
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The Booker-Ayton dynamic might not be quite Shaq and Kobe like, but still has a lot of optimism surrounding it, as the players continue to gel and accustomed to each other's games.
Ayton this season is already averaging a double-double, with season averages of 16.9 points, 10.4 boards and 2.8 assists on some ridiculous shooting percentages (62.4 percent from the field). These are some very impressive numbers and completely warrant Phoenix's confidence.
Good on you, Phoenix!
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