Jusuf Nurkic (2014-2020)
Perhaps the Portland Trail Blazers would actually have given a fight to the Warriors in the Western Conference Finals if Nurkic had not suffered the horrific injury that kept him out for the Playoffs. Nurkic is easily Portland’s best player after the magnificent backcourt of Lillard and McCollum, as he can score the ball inside with his strength and skill while he can be a solid rim protector. The team will at least have Hassan Whiteside, who can start while Nurkic is recovering.
Jusuf Nurkic (2014-2020)
DeAndre Ayton (2018-2020)
Since Ayton is on the disastrous Phoenix Suns and the 2018 rookie class is incredible, the NBA Draft 2018 number 1 selection has not received enough credit because, in this league, the Bahamian big man has so much potential. While he is a solid rebounder, his post and mid-range game is best in the league. So if he brushes up on his defense, which I’m sure he will, since he’s only played in the NBA for one season so far, he’s going to be a superstar.
DeAndre Ayton (2018-2020)