It’s far too premature to crown the 2021 rookie class among the best ever, though early returns suggest there’s legitimate All-Star potential in several of the youngsters who entered the league this season. And we’ve seen more than mere flashes of this elite talent.
Cavaliers center Evan Mobley and Raptors forward Scottie Barnes sit at the top of their class at the moment, with both players looking more than comfortable with the professional game. Mobley pairs his immense wingspan with the processing speed of a cagey veteran. Barnes is already one of the game’s strongest wings, barreling his way to the rim with ease against even the stoutest interior defenses.