Evaluating the Western Conference Rotations using 538’s RAPTOR

FiveThirtyEight has become a great resource for NBA fans around the globe. They put out some advanced analytics and predictive models that help people get into useless arguments that never end. It’s amazing.

Recently, they did an update to their CARMELO player ratings and gave it a new title as well: RAPTOR. Ultimately a player receives a Wins Above Replacement Projection, a 5-year market value dollar figure, and a general category. Here’s an example.

By the way, for those worried about Mike Conley’s age and contract, don’t be.