The NBA is back after a break that lasted less than three months, and so far the league appears more competitive than ever. Rookies from the 2020 draft class have already made significant contributions to contenders and rebuilding teams alike, and many of them have exceeded expectations during their first month in the Association. Pundits characterized this class as shallow, especially in comparison to the upcoming 2021 and 2022 classes, but its members have already begun discarding that label. The Rookie of the Year race remains a tight one this early in the season, but here are the top five …
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