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Rookies Shine as NBA Stars Struggle with Injuries

1/8/2026

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Kel'el Ware of the Miami Heat has emerged as a standout, averaging 10 rebounds and 43% from three.
Keyonte George of the Utah Jazz has raised his scoring, averaging 24.3 points per game with improved efficiency.
Rookie Kon Knueppel of the Charlotte Hornets leads all rookies with 19.4 points per game.
Trae Young has declined to 19.3 points per game this season as injuries afflict Nikola Jokic and Giannis Antetokounmpo.

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Story summary

Kel'el Ware of the Miami Heat has emerged as a standout, averaging 10 rebounds and 43% from three.
Keyonte George of the Utah Jazz has raised his scoring, averaging 24.3 points per game with improved efficiency.
Rookie Kon Knueppel of the Charlotte Hornets leads all rookies with 19.4 points per game.
Trae Young has declined to 19.3 points per game this season as injuries afflict Nikola Jokic and Giannis Antetokounmpo.