Top 5 Rookies Right Now In The NBA

NBA 2017 draft picks
NBA 2017 draft picks

#4 Dennis Smith Jr. (Dallas Mavericks)

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Dennis Smith Jr.

Dennis Smith Jr., the rookie was drafted by the Dallas Mavericks with the 9th pick in the 1st round and he is living up with a hype like no other. With 14.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game, Dennis Smith Jr. is a driving force for the Dallas Mavericks' roster. Right now Smith is the most explosive player in Dallas' team.

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While he is on the bench, the Dallas Mavericks feels some missing explosiveness which Smith has. With J.J. Barea, Smith becomes more of a playmaker than a scorer. While Smith makes some smart plays for Barea, Barea takes shots and drives to the basket.

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Dennis Smith Jr. has a lot to learn about this game, being a 19-year-old Guard, he is doing fairly good in terms of his offensive skills, but still has a long way to go as an NBA player.

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