It may not have been the rookie season James Bouknight was ultimately envisioning when the Charlotte Hornets drafted him with the 11th overall pick last summer, but he still showcased plenty of talent and potential in his first year in the professional ranks.
Across 31 appearances this season, Bouknight averaged 4.6 points on 34.8% shooting, 1.7 rebounds and 0.8 assists in 9.8 minutes per content. He also shot 34.7% from 3-point range (17-of-49) and 87.1% from the free-throw line (27-of-31), with his best performance being a 24-point, six 3-pointer showing against the Sacramento Kings on Dec.