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Tanking dominates NBA discussions as teams eye the stacked 2026 draft class. The 2025 draft's top four picks shine as the best rookies this season. As the regular season wraps, here’s the updated top 10 rookie rankings.
10. Egor Demin, Brooklyn Nets: Injured since February, Demin shows promise with a 38.5% three-point shooting rate, a significant improvement from college. His passing skills and size could be crucial for the Nets' rebuild.
9. Ryan Kalkbrenner, Charlotte Hornets: After a hot start, Kalkbrenner’s stats dip, especially in blocks. Despite this, he boasts a remarkable 75% true shooting percentage, proving efficient scoring.
8. Hugo Gonzalez, Boston Celtics: Not ranked previously, Gonzalez averages 4.0 points and 3.5 rebounds, showing limited skills but contributing to the team.
Stay tuned as the playoffs approach and rookies continue to impact their teams.
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