Draft Digest Rookies of the Week: Forwards Shine in Small Sample

Stats Since Last Week: 2 GP | 11.5 PPG | 3.0 RPG | 3.0 APG | 2.0 SPG

Walker hasn't seen the floor this season as much as we'd like, but he's made the most of every opportunity. Especially leading up to the debut of Pascal Siakam with the Pacers, the rookie made his case for being part of the rotation in the second half of the season. 

He played in just two games this week, averaging double-digit points and flashing his disruptiveness on the defensive end. In a game against the Utah Jazz, he notched four steals and two blocks while knocking down a pair of triples. Walker's modern game on both ends of the floor is extremely intriguing and he will only get better as the season goes on. 

Western Conference

Duop Reath (Portland Trail Blazers)

Stats Since Last Week: 3 GP | 16.0 PPG | 6.3 RPG | 1.0 SPG | 37.5% 3PT

Although the Trail Blazers are currently rebuilding, the future appears extremely bright with how much young talent is on the roster. One of the players who continues to emerge as a key piece in the rotation is Reath, who is an undersized big with the ability to step out and knock down perimeter shots. 

Earning a 73 DSI from Cerebro Sports, Reath has proven he's impactful on both ends of the floor and can be a solid defender. While he produced better stats this week than he has on the season overall, it's been a great glimpse of how much upside the rookie has.