NBA Players: 3 Reasons why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander could be an All-Star this season

#1 Potentially huge numbers

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has a varied skill set that could fill up the stat-sheet

During his rookie season, Gilgeous-Alexander averaged an impressive 10.8 points, 3.3 assists and 2.8 rebounds per game, although the young guard's numbers still have plenty of room for improvement.

Possessing a 6-foot-6 frame, the guard is deceivingly quick and was statistically one of the best isolation scorers during the 18-19 season. Gilgeous-Alexander will also be the first point of the offense this season, and his career-high 25 point performances in the playoffs demonstrated just how lethal he can be.

Gilgeous-Alexander's playmaking skills are evident to see, and his assist numbers should naturally increase now that he is away from the ball-dominant Lou Williams. Meanwhile, Billy Donovan's preference for his point guard to launch attacks from uncontested rebounds should also lead to a drastic increase in rebounding stats.

Ultimately, Gilgeous-Alexander isn't going to replicate Russell Westbrook's absurd numbers in his first season, although he could propel himself firmly into the All-Star conversation by averaging 20-6-6.