The 2024 NBA Draft Class has already produced some gems, with several young stars finding their footing and becoming key contributors for their respective teams. 2025 Rookie of the Year, Stephon Castle, has built on his standout debut campaign, but some other players are deserving of recognition as we close out the first month of the season.

Here’s who RotoWire lists as the best second-year players to start the season.

1. Alex Sarr, Washington Wizards

2nd overall pick in 2024

Sarr finished fourth in the Kia Rookie of the Year voting last season as the then-19-year-old recorded 13.0 ppg, 6.5 rpg, and 1.5 bpg over 67 starts. The 7-footer has found another level this year. He leads all rookies in scoring (18.3 ppg) while shooting 51.9% from the floor. He has two 31-point games through

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