2021-22 NBA Bench Players Who Stood Out: Western Conference

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Top bench players out West included names like Jordan Poole, Cam Johnson, Jordan Clarkson, Tyus Jones, Brandon Clarke, Luke Kennard, and Malik Monk.

Dallas Mavericks

Tim Hardaway Jr: Scored the ball well before a season ending left foot injury. Competitive player who can shoot and pass the ball. 14.2 PPG, 3.7 RPG, 2.2 APG, 75.7% FT

Spencer Dinwiddie: Started off the season in Washington before getting traded to Dallas at the deadline. Shot 41.7% from deep during the playoffs. 13.7 PPG, 4.2 RPG, 5.2 APG, 77.4% FT

Reggie Bullock: 3&D veteran you can count on. Very high basketball IQ. 8.6 PPG, 3.5 RPG, 1.2 APG, 36.0% 3-PT, 83.3% FT

Maxi Kleber: Versatile forward with strength. Always makes a positive impact on both ends. 7.0 PPG, 5.9 RPG, 1.2 APG, 1.0 BPG

Davis Bertans: 6-10 shooter with deep range. Traded from the Wizards to Mavs back in February. 5.6 PPG, 2.1 RPG, 90.0% FT

Frank Ntilikina: Defender who can help any team. Not the most efficient, but definitely has improved as a shooter. 4.1 PPG, 1.4 RPG, 1.2 APG, 96.0% FT

Josh Green: Green had a nice sophomore season. Athletic young guard. 4.8 PPG, 2.4 RPG, 1.2 APG, 50.8% FG, 35.9% 3-PT

Trey Burke: Scoring ability can still make a difference. Only averaged 10.5 MPG in 2021-22. 5.1 PPG, 1.4 APG, 87.0% FT

Marquese Chriss: High motor big man who can jump. Signed by Dallas on January 15th. 4.5 PPG, 3.0 RPG, 46.3% FG

Boban Marjanovic: Size is obviously hard to deal with no matter how much he plays. Great teammate. 4.3 PPG, 1.7 RPG, 60.0% FG

Sterling Brown: Strong guard with multiple skills. Didn’t shoot the ball well, but still can get it going. 3.3 PPG, 3.0 RPG, 93.3% FT

Denver Nuggets

Bones Hyland: Electric youngster who doesn’t back down. All Rookie Second Team member. 10.1 PPG, 2.7 RPG, 2.8 APG, 36.6% 3-PT, 85.6% FT

Jeff Green: Continues to play winning basketball wherever he goes. Very solid career. 10.3 PPG, 3.1 RPG, 1.3 APG, 52.4% FG, 83.3% FT

DeMarcus Cousins: Spent time with the Bucks before getting waived in January. Played productive basketball for both Milwaukee & Denver during the 2021-22 season. 9.0 PPG, 5.6 RPG, 1.5 APG, 46.0% FG, 76.0% FT

Bryn Forbes: Veteran shooter who was with the Spurs to begin the year. Has shot over 40% from deep during the last two seasons. 8.8 PPG, 1.2 RPG, 1.0 APG, 41.4% 3-PT, 90.8% FT

Austin Rivers: Combo guard with playoff experience. Had a 25 point game vs. Brooklyn on January 26th (7-10 3-PT). 6.0 PPG, 1.7 RPG, 1.3 APG

Zeke Nnaji: Youngster who continues to improve. Underrated shooter. 6.6 PPG, 3.6 RPG, 51.6% FG, 46.3% 3-PT

JaMychal Green: Ultimate team player. Has had a solid career since going undrafted back in 2012. 6.4 PPG, 4.2 RPG, 48.6% FG, 87.1% FT

Facundo Campazzo: Competitive pass first guard. Turned 31 years old on March 23rd. 5.1 PPG, 1.8 RPG, 3.4 APG, 1.0 SPG, 76.9% FT

Davon Reed: Grinded his way back to the NBA by earning his spot. Signed a two way contract with Denver on January 9th. 4.4 PPG, 2.3 RPG, 1.1 APG, 50.3% FG, 43.0% 3-PT

Markus Howard: Scorer who can shoot and handle the ball. Offense that can help when you need a bucket. 4.1 PPG, 40.0% 3-PT, 87.0% FT

Vlatko Cancar: Cancar has multiple skills at 6-8, 236 pounds. Missed most of the season due to a right foot injury. 4.1 PPG, 2.1 RPG, 1.1 APG, 56.1% FG, 58.3% 3-PT

Petr Cornelie: 2022 G League rebounding leader who makes the right plays. Waived by Denver on January 9th. 1.1 PPG, 1.1 RPG, 75.0% FT 

Golden State Warriors

Jordan Poole: Balled out for Golden State off the bench. Offense is hard to stop. 18.5 PPG, 3.4 RPG, 4.0 APG, 36.4% 3-PT, 92.4% FT

Gary Payton II: Defended at a high level and ran the floor hard. Always brings a winning mindset. 7.1 PPG, 3.5 RPG, 1.4 SPG, 61.6% FG, 35.8% 3-PT, 

Otto Porter Jr: Hit timely shots when the Warriors needed points. 3&D veteran you can count on. 8.2 PPG, 5.7 RPG, 1.5 APG, 1.1 SPG, 46.4% FG, 37.0% 3-PT, 80.3% FT

Jonathan Kuminga: Rookie with a very bright future. Kuminga has all the skills to be an All Star one day. 9.3 PPG, 3.3 RPG, 51.3% FG

Moses Moody: 20 year old who knows how to score the basketball. Another Golden State rookie to keep an eye on going forward. 4.4 PPG, 1.5 RPG, 36.4% 3-PT, 77.8% FT

Juan Toscano-Anderson: Athletic player who doesn’t back down. Makes the most of his minutes. 4.1 PPG, 2.4 RPG, 1.7 APG, 48.9% FG

Damion Lee: Strong guard who knows his role. High basketball IQ. 7.4 PPG, 3.2 RPG, 1.0 APG, 44.1% FG, 88.0% FT

Andre Iguodala: Had some flashy assists this past season. Great leader/teammate. 4.0 PPG, 3.2 RPG, 3.7 APG, 75.0% FT

Nemanja Bjelica: Big man with shooting and playmaking skills. Career 38.4% three point shooter. 6.1 PPG, 4.1 RPG, 2.2 APG, 46.8% FG, 36.2% 3-PT

Chris Chiozza: Point guard who can score & dish out assists. Went undrafted back in 2018. 2.0 PPG, 1.1 RPG, 1.9 APG

Quinndary Weatherspoon: Defends hard and shoots the ball well. Signed a two way deal with Golden State on January 3rd. 2.7 PPG, 1.3 RPG, 57.1% FG, 100% FT

Houston Rockets

Eric Gordon: Veteran scorer who has a smooth feel on offense. Only a matter of time before he moves on from the Rockets. 13.4 PPG, 2.0 RPG, 2.7 APG, 47.5% FG, 41.2% 3-PT, 77.8% FT

Dennis Schroder: Certainly knows how to score and make plays. Traded from Boston to Houston at the deadline. 13.5 PPG, 3.3 RPG, 4.6 APG, 34.4% 3-PT, 85.3% FT

Garrison Matthews: Shooter who brings underrated defense. 25 charges drawn during the 2021-22 season. 10.0 PPG, 2.9 RPG, 1.0 APG, 36.0% 3-PT, 79.4% FT

Alperen Sengun: Rookie big man who understands the game extremely well for his age. Passing is fun to watch. 9.6 PPG, 5.5 RPG, 2.6 APG, 47.4% FG

KJ Martin: Someone you need to box out or he will fly in for a huge slam. Competitive youngster (21 years old). 8.8 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 1.3 APG, 53.3% FG, 35.7% 3-PT

Josh Christopher: Christopher had some big games during his rookie year. Had a 30 point outing vs. Minnesota on April 3rd. 7.9 PPG, 2.5 RPG, 2.0 APG, 44.8% FG

David Nwaba: Minutes went down, but he can definitely still help a team. Effective role player. 5.1 PPG, 3.3 RPG, 48.3% FG

Usman Garuba: Rookie who missed a lot of time due to a right wrist injury. Defender still improving on offense. 2.0 PPG, 3.5 RPG

Daishen Nix: Undrafted rookie with potential at guard. Helped the Rio Grande Valley Vipers win the 2022 G League title. 3.2 PPG, 1.4 RPG, 1.7 APG

Bruno Fernando: Big man who has silently gotten better each year. Traded by the Celtics to Rockets in February. 2.9 PPG, 1.8 RPG, 65.5% FG

Trevelin Queen: Playing the best basketball of his life right now. 2022 G League MVP, champion, Finals MVP, All Defensive Team, and All G League First Team. 4.3 PPG, 1.6 RPG, 45.5% FG, 37.5% 3-PT, 100% FT

Los Angeles Clippers

Norman Powell: Former champ who can take over games on offense. Traded by Portland to LA on February 4th. 19.0 PPG, 3.2 RPG, 2.1 APG, 46.1% FG, 41.9% 3-PT, 81.1% FT

Luke Kennard: Shooter with underrated passing skills. Barely misses from three point land. 11.9 PPG, 3.3 RPG, 2.1 APG, 44.9% FG, 44.9% 3-PT, 89.6% FT

Terance Mann: Mann is a guy who makes winning plays. Minutes have increased each season. 10.8 PPG, 5.2 RPG, 2.6 APG, 48.4% FG, 36.5% 3-PT, 78.0% FT

Amir Coffey: Strong guard with shooting and playmaking skills. Made a nice jump in 2021-22. 9.0 PPG, 2.9 RPG, 1.8 APG, 45.3% FG, 37.8% 3-PT, 86.3% FT

Robert Covington: Traded by the Trail Blazers to Clippers back in early February. Exploded for 43 points (11-18 3-PT) vs. Milwaukee on April 1st. 8.5 PPG, 5.5 RPG, 1.3 APG, 1.5 SPG, 1.3 BPG, 37.8% 3-PT, 84.1% FT

Isaiah Hartenstein: Big man who fits in nicely off the bench. Size is tough to deal with (7 feet, 250 pounds). 8.3 PPG, 4.9 RPG, 2.4 APG, 1.1 BPG, 62.6% FG, 46.7% 3-PT

Brandon Boston Jr: Rookie with potential as a scorer. Had a 27 point game vs. Boston on December 8th. 6.7 PPG, 2.2 RPG, 1.0 APG, 81.9% FT

Rodney Hood: Veteran shooter who barely played. Traded over from the Bucks at the deadline. 3.1 PPG, 1.5 RPG, 89.5% FT

Jay Scrubb: Offense is there, just needs to improve his consistency. Still looking for a role in the NBA. 2.7 PPG, 70.0% FT

Xavier Moon: Stood out in his short time with the Clippers. Signed a two way contract back in late March. 5.8 PPG, 1.4 RPG, 2.4 APG, 49.0% FG, 35.7% 3-PT

Semi Ojeleye: Defender who still deserves a chance. Started off the season in Milwaukee before being traded to LA (where he was waived). 3.3 PPG, 2.5 RPG, 79.3% FT 

Los Angeles Lakers

Malik Monk: Explosive scorer with athleticism. Had his best season in 2021-22. 13.8 PPG, 3.4 RPG, 2.9 APG, 47.3% FG, 39.1% 3-PT, 79.5% FT

Carmelo Anthony: Future Hall of Famer with a smooth jumper. Shot 49.2% from three during his first ten games with the Lakers. 13.3 PPG, 4.2 RPG, 1.0 APG, 37.5% 3-PT, 83.0% FT

Avery Bradley: 3&D guard who picks up full court on defense. Winning player. 6.4 PPG, 2.2 RPG, 39.0% 3-PT, 88.9% FT

Austin Reaves: Reaves had a great rookie season after going undrafted. Went for a triple double vs. Denver on April 10th. 7.3 PPG, 3.2 RPG, 1.8 APG, 45.9% FG, 83.9% FT

Stanley Johnson: Grinded his way back to the NBA in 2022. Defender with improved offense. 6.7 PPG, 3.2 RPG, 1.7 APG, 46.6% FG

Talen Horton-Tucker: Youngster still trying to find consistency. Nice tool on both ends. 10.0 PPG, 3.2 RPG, 2.7 APG, 1.0 SPG, 80.0% FT

Dwight Howard: Former All Star who still brings a lot of energy. Stays in great shape. 6.2 PPG, 5.9 RPG, 61.2% FG, 53.3% 3-PT

DJ Augustin: Point guard with a ton of experience. Always had a smooth feel on offense. 5.3 PPG, 1.2 RPG, 1.9 APG, 41.5% 3-PT, 88.4% FT

Kent Bazemore: Didn’t have much of a role in 2021-2022. Competitive veteran. 3.4 PPG, 1.8 RPG, 76.5% FT

Wayne Ellington: Playing time wasn’t there with the Lakers. Silently shot an efficient percentage from three point land. 6.7 PPG, 1.8 RPG, 38.9% 3-PT, 81.8% FT

Weyen Gabriel: Versatile forward who makes the right plays. Joined the Lakers back in March. 5.4 PPG, 3.7 RPG, 49.1% FG

Mason Jones: All G League First Team member. Signed a two way contract with LA in December of 2021. 6.8 PPG, 2.5 RPG, 1.0 APG, 46.7% FG, 80.0% FT

Trevor Ariza: Missed a good amount of the season with a right ankle injury. Waived by Los Angeles on April 7th 4.0 PPG, 3.4 RPG, 1.1 APG

Sekou Doumbouya: Talented 21 year old who hasn’t been in a good situation yet. Waived on March 1st. 7.0 PPG, 3.0 RPG, 1.5 SPG, 1.0 BPG, 62.5% FG, 50.0% 3-PT, 75.0% FT

Memphis Grizzlies

Tyus Jones: Jones could easily be a starter for an NBA team. Continues to be extremely productive off the bench. 8.7 PPG, 2.4 RPG, 4.4 APG, 45.1% FG, 39.0% 3-PT, 81.8% FT

Ziaire Williams: Confidence was there throughout the entire season even during rough stretches. Shooting and running the floor made a difference. 8.1 PPG, 2.1 RPG, 1.0 APG, 45.0% FG, 78.2% FT

De’Anthony Melton: Always brings it on the defensive end. Scores the ball well when he’s making shots. 10.8 PPG, 4.5 RPG, 2.7 APG, 1.4 SPG, 37.4% 3-PT, 75.0% FT

Kyle Anderson: Versatile veteran playmaker. High basketball IQ. 7.6 PPG, 5.3 RPG, 2.7 APG, 1.1 SPG, 44.6% FG

Brandon Clarke: Underrated big man with a high motor. Barely missed from the floor in 2021-22. 10.4 PPG, 5.3 RPG, 1.3 APG, 1.1 BPG, 64.4% FG

Xavier Tillman: Minutes went down, but still looked sharp. Winning player. 4.8 PPG, 3.0 RPG, 1.2 APG, 45.4% FG

John Konchar: Does all the little things that make a difference. Had a triple double vs. Boston on April 10th. 4.8 PPG, 4.6 RPG, 1.5 APG, 51.5% FG, 41.3% 3-PT

Killian Tillie: Has his moments, but needs to be more consistent. 6-9 shooter who fits in next to anyone. 3.3 PPG, 1.7 RPG

Santi Aldama: Aldama crashes the glass hard. Versatile rookie forward. 4.1 PPG, 2.7 RPG

Jarrett Culver: Former Top 10 pick with an uncertain future. Only averaged 9.1 MPG in 2021-22. 3.5 PPG, 1.3 RPG

Sam Merrill: Shooter who deserves another chance in the NBA. Waived by Memphis on January 1st. 4.2 PPG, 1.2 RPG 

Minnesota Timberwolves

Malik Beasley: Confidence is always there. Shooter who can get going at high level from deep. 12.1 PPG, 2.9 RPG, 1.5 APG, 37.7% 3-PT, 81.7% FT

Jaden McDaniels: Defends and runs the floor extremely well. Only getting better. 9.2 PPG, 4.2 RPG, 1.1 APG, 46.0% FG, 80.3% FT

Naz Reid: Big man who can shoot and block shots. Has had a solid career since going undrafted back in 2019. 8.3 PPG, 3.9 RPG, 48.9% FG, 76.5% FT

Taurean Prince: 3&D guard/forward you can count on. Veteran with starter experience. 7.3 PPG, 2.5 RPG, 1.0 APG, 45.4% FG, 37.6% 3-PT, 75.6% FT

Jordan McLaughlin: Embraces his role as a point guard off the bench. Can dish out assists in a hurry. 3.8 PPG, 1.5 RPG, 2.9 APG, 44.0% FG, 75.0% FT

Jaylen Nowell: Nowell can heat up on offense when he’s in the zone. Also an underrated passer. 8.5 PPG, 2.0 RPG, 2.1 APG, 47.5% FG, 39.4% 3-PT, 78.3% FT

Josh Okogie: Defensive guard with a 7 foot wingspan. Only 23 years old. 2.7 PPG, 1.4 RPG

Nathan Knight: High motor with size and shooting. Knight went for 20-11-4 vs. Boston on December 27th, 2021. 3.7 PPG, 2.3 RPG, 51.1% FG

Jake Layman: Hard playing role player. Sneaky bounce around the rim. 2.4 PPG, 1.1 RPG

Leandro Bolmaro: Combo guard who spent most of the year in the G League. Drafted back in 2020 by the Knicks and made his NBA debut with the Wolves on October 20th, 2021. 1.4 PPG, 1.2 RPG, 84.6% FT

Greg Monroe: Veteran big man who can score in the post. Played for the Wolves (two different stints), Wizards, Bucks, and Jazz during the 2021-22 season. 5.4 PPG, 4.6 RPG, 1.6 APG, 56.1% FG 

New Orleans Pelicans

Devonte’ Graham: Shooter/playmaker who can erupt on offense. Only averaged 10.0 MPG in the 2022 playoffs. 11.9 PPG, 2.3 RPG, 4.2 APG, 84.3% FT

Jaxson Hayes: Athleticism is fun to watch. Should be interesting to see what his role next season with Zion back. 9.3 PPG, 4.5 RPG, 61.6% FG, 35.1% 3-PT, 76.6% FT

Larry Nance Jr: Big man who understands winning basketball. Traded by the Trail Blazers to Pelicans in early February. 7.0 PPG, 5.4 RPG, 1.8 APG, 52.2% FG

Jose Alvarado: Undrafted rookie with multiple skills. Picks up full court and can shoot. 6.1 PPG, 1.9 RPG, 2.8 APG, 1.3 SPG, 44.6% FG

Willy Hernangómez: Double double threat when given playing time. Quality production in short minutes. 9.1 PPG, 6.8 RPG, 1.3 APG, 52.0% FG, 77.3% FT

Trey Murphy III: The rookie out of Virginia had an up and down first season. Scored 32 points vs. Charlotte on March 11th. 5.4 PPG, 2.4 RPG, 38.2% 3-PT, 88.2% FG

Naji Marshall: Strong guard/forward who pushes the basketball. Passing ability is solid. 5.7 PPG, 2.6 RPG, 1.1 APG, 79.6% FT

Kira Lewis Jr: Quick guard still looking to find consistency. Tore his ACL in early December. 5.9 PPG, 1.6 RPG, 2.0 APG, 83.3% FT

Garrett Temple: A veteran you want to have as a teammate. Helped a lot of New Orleans’ young players. 5.2 PPG, 2.4 RPG, 1.3 APG

Gary Clark: Clark continues to bounce around. Signed a two way contract with the Pelicans back in January. 2.7 PPG, 2.4 RPG, 40.0% 3-PT

Tony Snell: Shooter who can play both guard and forward. Traded by Portland to New Orleans on February 8th. 3.5 PPG, 1.9 RPG, 35.2% 3-PT, 100% FT

Jared Harper: Quick scoring/passing guard. 2022 All G League Third Team member. 7.4 PPG, 2.8 APG

Alize Johnson: High energy player. Spent time with the Bulls, Wizards, and Pelicans in 2021-22. 1.8 PPG, 2.7 RPG

Oklahoma City Thunder

Darius Bazley: Can start or come off the bench. Makes a difference on both ends. 10.8 PPG, 6.3 RPG, 1.4 APG, 1.0 BPG

Jeremiah Robinson-Earl: Rookie who can guard multiple positions and shoot the basketball. Missed significant time with a right foot injury. 7.5 PPG, 5.6 RPG, 1.0 APG, 35.2% 3-PT, 74.1% FT

Kenrich Williams: Williams has improved every year he’s been in the NBA. Hopefully he can help a winning team one day. 7.4 PPG, 4.5 RPG, 2.2 APG, 46.1% FG

Mike Muscala: Underrated shooter with size. Another older OKC player who could help a winning team. 8.0 PPG, 3.0 RPG, 45.6% FG, 42.9% 3-PT, 84.2% FT

Tre Mann: Rookie with an electric scoring ability. Went off for 35 points vs. Boston on March 21st. 10.4 PPG, 2.9 RPG, 1.5 APG, 36.0% 3-PT, 79.3% FT

Aaron Wiggins: Late second round pick who looked solid in his first NBA season. Versatility that impacts winning. 8.3 PPG, 3.6 RPG, 1.4 APG, 46.3% FG

Isaiah Roby: Continues to fly under the radar. Athletic big man who can finish/shoot and run pick & roll. 10.1 PPG, 4.8 RPG, 1.6 APG, 51.4% FG, 44.4% 3-PT

Derrick Favors: Favors has had a very productive career. Was ruled out for the season in late March with lower back soreness. 5.3 PPG, 4.7 RPG, 51.6% FG

Aleksej Pokusevski: 7 foot youngster with multiple skills. Still improving his strength and efficiency. 7.6 PPG, 5.2 RPG, 2.1 APG

Ty Jerome: Scorer and passer who can get going off the bench. Minutes went down in 2021-22. 7.1 PPG, 1.6 RPG, 2.3 APG, 80.9% FT

Vít Krejci: Playmaker with size. Drafted back in 2020 and made his NBA debut with OKC on October 20th, 2021. 6.2 PPG, 3.4 RPG, 1.9 APG, 86.4% FT

Theo Maledon: MPG and production went down during his sophomore season. Still only 21 years old. 7.1 PPG, 2.6 RPG, 2.2 APG, 79.0% FT

Jaylen Hoard: Impressed during his seven games with the Thunder. Proves he’s an NBA player every time he steps on the floor. 14.7 PPG, 12.0 RPG, 2.4 APG, 48.9% FG, 36.0% 3-PT

Zavier Simpson: Appeared in just 4 games, but stood out at point guard. Had an 11 assist game vs. Utah on April 6th. 11.0 PPG, 5.3 RPG, 7.5 APG, 1.3 SPG, 1.0 BPG, 100% FT

Georgios Kalaitzakis: Underrated rookie with versatility. Waived by Milwaukee and later signed with OKC. 6.6 PPG, 1.6 RPG, 46.3% FG, 38.5% 3-PT

Lindy Waters III: Confident shooter. Signed a two way contract with the Thunder on February 10th. 8.0 PPG, 2.9 RPG, 1.0 APG, 36.3% 3-PT, 80.0% FT

Olivier Sarr: Undrafted rookie who is without a doubt a pro. Had 24 points (5 made 3’s) vs. Phoenix on April 3rd. 7.0 PPG, 4.2 RPG, 57.4% FG, 44.8% 3-PT, 82.8% FT

Mamadi Diakite: Signed a few 10 days and played well. Former champ with the Bucks. 4.3 PPG, 4.5 RPG, 53.2% FG

Gabriel Deck: Talented player who didn’t get much out of his time in the NBA. Waived by the Thunder on January 4th. 2.6 PPG, 57.1% FG, 50.0% 3-PT

KZ Okpala: Okpala is going to have to grind his way back to the league. Traded from Miami to OKC and waived in February. 3.7 PPG, 2.0 RPG 

Miye Oni: Has all the skills to be effective, just needs a legit chance. Traded from the Jazz to Thunder and waived (signed a 10 day deal with New Orleans a month after but didn’t appear in any action). 0.3 PPG, 0.4 RPG

Phoenix Suns

Cam Johnson: Shooter with size who plays winning basketball. Very high basketball IQ. 12.5 PPG, 4.1 RPG, 1.5 APG, 46.0% FG, 42.5% 3-PT, 86.0% FT

JaVale McGee: Fits perfectly on any team. Understands his role off the bench. 9.2 PPG, 6.7 RPG, 1.1 BPG, 62.9% FG, 69.9% FT

Cam Payne: Energetic scorer and playmaker. Has shot the ball 39.2% from three point land since joining Phoenix in 2020. 10.8 PPG, 3.0 RPG, 4.9 APG, 84.3% FT

Landry Shamet: Shooter who can handle and play off the ball. Scored 27 points vs. Sacramento on April 10th. 8.3 PPG, 1.8 RPG, 1.6 APG, 36.8% 3-PT, 84.0% FT

Bismack Biyombo: Bench big man who knows the game. Started out on a 10 day and grinded it out into a deal for the rest of the season. 5.8 PPG, 4.6 RPG, 59.3% FG

Torrey Craig: 3&D veteran with playoff experience. Traded from the Pacers to Suns on February 10th. 6.6 PPG, 4.0 RPG, 1.2 APG, 45.4% FG, 75.0% FT

Aaron Holiday: There’s no reason why Holiday shouldn’t be in an NBA rotation. Washington sent him over in a trade on February 10th. 6.3 PPG, 1.9 RPG, 2.4 APG, 44.7% FG, 37.9% 3-PT, 86.8% FT

Elfrid Payton: Underrated point guard off the bench. Solid defender and playmaker. 3.0 PPG, 1.8 RPG, 2.0 APG

Ish Wainright: Forward who can shoot from three and defend. Went undrafted back in 2017 and finally made his NBA debut on November 19th, 2021. 2.4 PPG, 1.2 RPG

Abdel Nader: Nader runs the floor hard and can shoot the basketball at 6-5, 225 pounds. Waived on February 10th. 2.4 PPG, 1.9 RPG

Frank Kaminsky: Played productive basketball before injuring his right knee. Waived by the Suns on April 7th. 10.6 PPG, 4.6 RPG, 1.4 APG, 54.5% FG, 90.0% FT

Justin Jackson: 2022 All G League Third Team member. Spent a short time with Boston & Phoenix during 2021-22. 2.1 PPG, 1.0 RPG, 100% FT

Portland Trail Blazers

Joe Ingles: Had another solid season before tearing his ACL. Traded from Utah to Portland on February 9th. 7.2 PPG, 2.9 RPG, 3.5 APG, 34.7% 3-PT, 77.3% FT

Nassir Little: Made a quality jump in 2021-22 with more minutes. Athletic player with strength and a high motor. 9.8 PPG, 5.6 RPG, 1.3 APG, 46.0% FG, 73.4% FT

Trendon Watford: Undrafted rookie out of LSU who understands the game very well. Exploded for 27 points vs. Washington on March 12th. 7.6 PPG, 4.1 RPG, 1.7 APG, 53.2% FG, 75.5% FT

Ben McLemore: The veteran is still just 29 years old. Shooting has always been there. 10.2 PPG, 1.6 RPG, 36.2% 3-PT, 81.8% FT

Brandon Williams: Impressed on both ends. Signed a two way deal with Portland on February 22nd. 12.9 PPG, 3.1 RPG, 3.9 APG, 1.0 SPG, 70.1% FT

Drew Eubanks: Big man who keeps the game simple. Traded to the Raptors in February and waived, then signed with the Blazers after first signing four 10 days. 7.7 PPG, 5.4 RPG, 1.2 APG, 59.6% FG, 76.2% FT

Justise Winslow: Playmaker with strength. Traded by the LA Clippers on February 4th. 5.7 PPG, 4.2 RPG, 1.8 APG 

Keon Johnson: Athletic rookie who showed off nice flashes in 2021-22. Drafted by the Clippers and traded in February. 7.2 PPG, 2.2 RPG, 2.1 APG, 80.4% FT 

Greg Brown: Rookie who can jump out of the gym. Learning every day. 4.7 PPG, 2.8 RPG 

CJ Elleby: Made noticeable improvements during his second season. Energetic young guard. 5.8 PPG, 3.9 RPG, 1.5 APG 

Elijah Hughes: Scorer still looking for a role in the NBA. Traded by the Jazz back in February. 3.5 PPG, 1.6 RPG, 77.8% FT 

Didi Louzada: 6-5 forward with potential. Traded over from the Pelicans. 3.9 PPG, 1.9 RPG, 39.1% 3-PT, 100% FT 

Keljin Blevins: Guard who can shoot the ball and drive to the basket. Turns 27 in late November. 3.1 PPG, 1.5 RPG

Kris Dunn: Spent time with the Blazers from March to April. Showed he deserves to be back in the league. 7.6 PPG, 3.5 RPG, 5.6 APG, 1.6 SPG, 94.4% FT 

Reggie Perry: 2022 All G League Second Team member. Played for the Blazers (twice) & Pacers in 2021-22. 9.2 PPG, 4.7 RPG, 1.2 APG, 50.6% FG 

Dennis Smith Jr: Former lottery pick who continues to bounce around. Waived by Portland on February 21st.  5.6 PPG, 2.4 RPG, 3.6 APG, 1.2 SPG 

Cody Zeller: Big man you can count on off the bench. Waived by Portland on February 8th. 5.2 PPG, 4.6 RPG, 56.7% FG, 77.6% FT 

Sacramento Kings

Davion Mitchell: Tough rookie who should have a long pro career. Already one of the best defensive guards in the NBA. 11.5 PPG, 2.2 RPG, 4.2 APG 

Richaun Holmes: Super consistent veteran big man. Only appeared in 45 games this past season. 10.4 PPG, 7.0 RPG, 1.1 APG, 66.0% FG, 40.0% 3-PT, 77.8% FT 

Justin Holiday: 3&D guard/forward with experience. Traded from Indiana to Sacramento on February 8th. 10.1 PPG, 2.6 PPG, 1.7 APG, 36.7% 3-PT. 80.6% FT 

Terence Davis: Shooter who can go off for high point totals. Had surgery on his right wrist in February. 10.4 PPG, 3.1 RPG, 1.3 APG, 81.8% FT 

​​Donte DiVincenzo: Versatile guard hoping to stay healthy. Traded by the Bucks to the Kings at the deadline. 9.0 PPG, 4.0 RPG, 2.8 APG, 1.1 SPG, 84.3% FT 

Damian Jones: Energetic big man. Averaged 16.6 PPG/7.0 RPG/1.5 BPG/71.6% FG during the last ten regular season games. 8.1 PPG, 4.4 RPG, 1.2 APG, 65.8% FG, 34.5% 3-PT 

Trey Lyles: 6-9 shooter who can get going when he’s hitting shots. Traded by Detroit to Sacramento on February 10th. 10.5 PPG, 5.1 RPG, 1.2 APG, 46.6% FG, 80.2% FT 

Chimezie Metu: Young big man improving every year. Never stops playing hard. 8.9 PPG, 5.6 RPG, 1.0 APG, 45.2% FG, 78.0% FT 

Jeremy Lamb: Lamb can still put up points, but he had a bad year shooting the ball. Traded over from Indiana on February 8th. 7.3 PPG, 2.8 RPG, 1.4 APG, 84.0% FT 

Josh Jackson: The former #4 pick has struggled with consistency throughout his career. Traded by the Pistons to Kings in February. 6.4 PPG, 2.8 RPG, 1.1 APG 

Alex Len: Bench big man minutes you can count on. Just turned 29 years old. 6.0 PPG, 4.1 RPG, 1.2 APG, 53.4% FG 

Moe Harkless: Fits in well next to anyone. Started in 24 games during the 2021-22 season. 4.6 PPG, 2.4 RPG, 45.9% FG 

Neemias Queta: Rookie center who had a few nice games when he played. 7 footer with potential. 3.2 PPG, 2.2 RPG, 44.7% FG 

Louis King: Confident guard/forward with multiple skills. Waived by Sacramento on February 17th. 4.5 PPG, 1.2 RPG 

Jahmi’us Ramsey: Strong guard who deserves another chance in the NBA. Waived by the Kings on February 11th. 3.2 PPG, 41.4% FG 

San Antonio Spurs

Devin Vassell: Second year player with multiple skills on both ends. Made a productive jump in 2021-22. 12.3 PPG, 4.3 RPG, 1.9 APG, 1.1 SPG, 36.1% 3-PT, 83.8% FT

Lonnie Walker: PPG has gone up every season. Athlete who can go off for big games. 12.1 PPG, 2.6 RPG, 2.2 APG, 78.4% FT

Josh Richardson: Winning veteran who can defend and score. Traded by Boston to San Antonio on February 10th. 10.2 PPG, 2.8 RPG, 1.8 APG, 41.5% 3-PT, 88.9% FT

Tre Jones: Point guard with solid tools. Dishes out high level assists and has an underrated scoring ability. 6.0 PPG, 2.2 RPG, 3.4 APG, 49.0% FG, 78.0% FT

Josh Primo: Rookie with a smooth feel for the game. High potential on both ends. 5.8 PPG, 2.3 RPG, 1.6 APG, 74.6% FT

Keita Bates-Diop: Versatile forward who can score when needed. Scored 30 points (11-11 FG) vs. the Lakers on December 23rd. 5.7 PPG, 3.9 RPG, 51.7% FG, 75.4% FT

Zach Collins: Former top 10 pick with size and shooting ability. Has only appeared in 182 games since getting drafted back in 2017. 7.8 PPG, 5.5 RPG, 2.2 APG, 49.0% FG, 34.1% 3-PT, 80.0% FT

Jock Landale: Australian big man with a polished skillset. Went undrafted in 2018 and signed with the Spurs on August 20th, 2021. 4.9 PPG, 2.6 RPG, 49.5% FG, 82.9% FT

Romeo Langford: Traded from Boston to San Antonio at the deadline. Shot a career high from deep in 2021-22. 4.5 PPG, 2.3 RPG, 34.1% 3PT 

Devontae Cacok: High motor big man who goes 100% every play. San Antonio converted his two way contract to a standard deal on March 4th. 3.1 PPG, 2.8 RPG, 67.7% FG 

Joe Wieskamp: Rookie shooter out of Iowa who spent a lot of time in the G League. Turns 23 in late August. 2.1 PPG, 35.7% FG 

Utah Jazz

Jordan Clarkson: Scorer who can play both guard positions. Crafty offensive skills. 16.0 PPG, 3.5 RPG, 2.5 APG, 82.8% FT

Hassan Whiteside: Veteran shot blocker with strength. Averages 2.2 BPG for his career. 8.2 PPG, 7.6 RPG, 1.6 BPG, 65.2% FG

Rudy Gay: Always could score the ball. Has had a 20 plus point game in every season he’s been in the NBA. 8.1 PPG, 4.4 RPG, 1.0 APG, 34.5% 3-PT, 78.5% FT

Danuel House: Shooter and defender with strength. Waived by the Rockets and signed a 10 day contract with the Knicks before getting to Utah. 5.9 PPG, 2.6 RPG, 1.0 APG, 37.6% 3-PT, 75.9% FG 

Eric Paschall: Made a difference in short minutes. Polished offensive skillset. 5.8 PPG, 1.8 RPG, 48.5% FG, 37.0% 3-PT, 76.7% FT 

Nickeil Alexander-Walker: Versatile guard who struggled with efficiency in 2021-22. Traded by New Orleans to Portland to Utah. 10.6 PPG, 2.9 RPG, 2.4 APG, 74.3% FT 

Juancho Hernangomez: Shooter with size who barely played. Traded by the Celtics to Jazz in February. 3.3 PPG, 2.5 RPG, 34.8% 3-PT traded

Trent Forrest: Underrated point guard with passing skills. Runs pick & roll and takes quality shots. 3.3 PPG, 1.7 RPG, 1.8 APG, 49.0% FG, 79.2% FT 

Udoka Azubuike: Strong 7 footer who plays the right way. Underwent right foot injury in late March. 4.7 PPG, 4.2 RPG, 75.5% FG

Jared Butler: Rookie guard with a lot of potential on offense. Smooth feel for the game. 3.8 PPG, 1.1 RPG, 1.5 APG 

Denzel Valentine: Spent time with the Cavs and Jazz during this past season. Shooter and playmaker hoping to make his way back to the NBA. 2.9 PPG, 1.8 RPG, 40.4% 3-PT

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