NBA Players: 5 Early predictions for Sixth Man of the Year

#2 Bogdan Bogdanovic - Sacramento Kings

Bogdan Bogdanovic could take a huge leap during his third year in the NBA

While Serbia failed to meet expectations at the 2019 FIBA World Cup, Bogdan Bogdanovic enjoyed the competition of his life. The Sacramento Kings star averaged 22.9 points, 4.4 assists, and 4.1 rebounds per game while shooting an incredible 55% from the field. This followed his best season to date in the NBA, and at 27, Bogdanovic is starting to embark on his prime years.

On quality alone, Bogdanovic should be a regular starter for the Kings, although his flexibility is likely to see him relegated to the bench as he is used to accommodate other members of the roster. Nevertheless, the former Fenerbache man could top 30 minutes per contest for the first time in his career.

With an expanded role, Bogdanovic is likely to average between 17 and 20 points for the season, and if he can continue to improve his rebounding and playmaking, he will be among the frontrunners to earn his first Sixth Man title.