As LaMarcus Aldridge faded into the background, a spot as the second featured player in the offense behind DeMar DeRozan opened up in San Antonio. After great performances to end last season, Derrick White was the best bet to fill it, but injuries and a COVID-related absence have prevented him from doing so.
Instead, the other promising young guard on the roster has been the one to step up. Dejounte Murray, now two years removed from a serious injury that slowed down his ascent, is averaging career highs in points and assists while still remaining one of the best rebounding guards in the league.