9 Best sophomore seasons in pro/NBA history

#9 Luka Doncic

Los Angeles Clippers v Dallas Mavericks

The Slovenian 20-year-old was considered an upstart not farther than two years back. He did not hesitate to trash talk European players and gianst of the likes of Dirk Nowitzki, and displayed an even temperament that endeared him to people who watch the sport both for the competitive component as well as for the skill component.

Born to a basketball family (father Sasa was a national team player), Luka's journey in basketball began early, leading him to eventually playing 2 seasons in the Euroleague and being crowned MVP in the world's second best league at the age of 19.

When it became clear that he belonged in the NBA already, Luka was invited by every team for a tryout, but Mark Cuban sealed his deal by trading up to pick him in the 2018 NBA draft.

Luka's Rookie of the Year season was in a skill class of its own, but now that he has athletic big men on his squad who also spread the floor well for him, he's fully getting into a groove that nobody else down this list was able to command.

He's averaging practically a 30-point triple-double while making all the Mavs around him better whenever he's on court. Doncic is a true sight to behold, and my 6-week ballot for MVP in the league.

Averages of 30 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists per game while keeping the Mavs' a relevant playoff force is something even prime Dirk wasn't capable of.