In the first week of the NBA season, rookies in the league are gaining exposure with limited playing time. Coaches are experimenting with players, testing strategies/plays, and getting a good idea of how developed these first-year wonders are in this early stage of their professional careers. Despite a rising flock of youngsters straight out of high school entering the league such as Andrew Bynum and C.J. Miles, a strong crop of ACC players exist too. Their memorable, outstanding performances in college render them as the most prominent in my view. Of course, other top picks (Andrew Bogut, Hakim Warrick, and Deron Williams)will hold their own in the NBA and may be deemed the best "break-through" rookies at the end of the season.
I think though with the guys from the ACC, more rivalries will be created among teams. Knowing the tenacious, competitive spirits these guys have will drive the energy and nature of professional basketball. Their presence is good for the game. New comers like Chris Paul(Wake Forest),Raymond Felton(UNC), Julius Hodge(NC state), Rashad McCants(UNC), and Jarret Jack(Georgia Tech) have a ton of talent and will only grow into more fine-tuned athletes after a couple years of experience in the NBA. I know they'll make their team's record improve or at least give the teams some balance. Most of the draft picks will make their mark in the NBA, therefore making ACC college basketball proud and filled with honor.
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