NBA All-Star Game 2020: 5 players to watch out for

#3 Brandon Ingram

Ingram has overcome a blood clot surgery to stand where he is today

Ever since his trade out of Los Angeles, a redemption run was always on the cards. But the way Brandon Ingram's stardom has unfolded as a New Orleans Pelicans guard is truly mesmerizing.

The 22-year-old is averaging career-high all-round numbers in 24.9 points, 6.4 rebounds and 4.2 assists per game, while impressively shooting over 40% from beyond the arc. Despite No. 1 pick Zion Williamson being the main draw at NOLA, Ingram has carved out a special space for himself through his effortless mid-range bombs and high basketball IQ.

His breakout year has rejuvenated the hopes of many who had initially compared the Duke product to Kevin Durant. After three turbulent years with the Lakers, Ingram has now settled well into the role of a volume scorer down in New Orleans.