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Rookie Watch: Rubio, Irving All-Stars?

Originally Published: February 9, 2012
By David Thorpe | Scouts Inc.

As the games grind on and we near the All-Star break, this much is clear regarding the rookie class: Two guys stand alone. Yes, we've had a fair share of outstanding efforts by a number of rookies, but only two players have played at a very high level while quarterbacking their teams out of the cellar and into playoff contention.

The question is no longer, "Can these guys make a difference?" That's been answered. Nor are we wondering if they can be impact players to the level once projected of them. They already are. We want to know if Ricky Rubio and Kyrie Irving All-Stars right now? Let's line up the facts and make the call.

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David Thorpe

NBA
  • NBA Analyst for ESPN.com
  • Executive director of Pro Training Center
  • Started coaching career in 1987

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