NBA 2017-18: 5 offseason moves that have benefited their team

2) Domantas Sabonis, Indiana Pacers

Domantas Sabonis

Previous season: 5.9 points per game, 3.6 rebounds per game, 1.0 assists per game, 0.5 steals per game, 0.4 blocks per game

This season: 12.2 points per game, 8.7 rebounds per game, 2.2 assists per game, 0.3 steals per game, 0.3 blocks per game

This was one of the surprising trades across the offseason, which saw Paul George get traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for Victor Oladipo and Sabonis. This trade was actually beneficial for the 21-year-old, as the team dynamics suit his style of play much better in comparison to his previous employers.

Admittedly, Sabonis did not have a spectacular rookie season. However, it was really hard to earn much recognition when Russell Westbrook was averaging triple-doubles throughout last season. The main ball handler and one who rarely passed to his team-mates, Westbrook's excellent year meant others suffered - Sabonis included.

With the lack of shots and experience, he was underwhelming. Now on a new team though, he has a fresh start to establish himself in a youthful Pacers side.

He has already doubled the majority of his stats with a similar amount of minutes played per game. It is impressive to say the least and shows how much he has grown in recent months.