Ben McLemore says he’s gunning for Rookie of the Year award

The Kings rookie wants to make a big-time impression in his first season in the NBA.

By Str Archive | 0 Comments | Feb 24, 2019

More important than ROY is developing NBA range, a dribble-drive game, some passing skills and defensive aptitude. I trust the coaching staff is taking the long view on McLemore, and I hope the player does so as well. Vivek's statements that wins and losses won't matter in 2013-14 apply to McLemore more than any other player: seeing how he adapts to the NBA level and plays within the system is far more important than what numbers he puts up.

That said, having goals is a good thing. I think we would all be very excited if McLemore wins ROY.

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