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Cooper Flagg, V.J. Edgecombe, Kon Knueppel. Image via: Getty Images
The 2025-26 NBA season is going to witness some of its fresh and talented rookies of the year. The rookie class including Cooper Flagg, Ace Bailey, Kon Knueppel and others are preparing themselves to present in the upcoming season.
While these are the stars who are already making headlines during the off season period, there are some others as well who deserve much of the limelight. The NBA 2025-26 season is ahead of time and fans are wondering about what could be the performance of the rookies this year and who deserves limelight in the forthcoming series. Following are the list of 10 best rookie players of the NBA season 2025-26:
Collin Murray-Boyles
Long, and defensive-minded, Collin Murray-Boyles, Toronto Raptors, is a classic draft pick and just what the fans need during this season.
He doesn’t just handle the ball, he dominates the court and makes winning plays. He is strong and consistent, a little low on his perimeter shots, but he is willing to work hard on it.
Khamam Maluach
Another very impressive rookie of the year is Khamam Maluach who plays for the Phoenix Suns. This 7-foot-2 rookie has some remarkable ball handling skills who blocks shots without fouling them out. This season is an amazing opportunity for this rookie player to show off his defensive skills and make the court his domain.
Cooper Flagg
Here comes the man of the series and the apple of eyes for the Dallas Mavericks. That’s right, he is none other than Cooper Flagg and his contributions are amazing and noteworthy. The no, one pick for the Mavericks, has the mobility to guide for multiple position and is versatile in nature, tough for an NBA rookie player. He doesn’t settle for less and is preparing himself to be one of the best NBA players in the history of the big league.
Tre Johnson
The Washington Wizard’s draft pick, Tre Johnson can score a lot. Known for his perfect defense on court, he could be of great use for the team. With his amazing handles, he could even take the Wizards to the next level in the 2025-26 NBA season.
Jeremiah Fears
Jeremiah Fears plays the guard position for the New Orleans Pelicans in the big league. But careful there because he might look like someone kind and soft at first but once he starts, he doesn’t stop.
The Pelicans have an great advantage and could use him against the teams to knock them down during the 2025-26 season.
V.J. Edgecombe
The guard with some epic and elite athleticism, V.J. Edgecombe, plays for the Philadephia 76ers. He knows well how to dominate the court with his amazing ball handling skills. With every inch of explosion and effort, the 76ers could really use him as their defensive player to tackle the opponent.
Ace Bailey
Utah Jazz’s most prominent draft pick, Ace Bailey, is one of the smooth rookie players.
He has got some impressive defensive skills and is currently preparing himself for the forthcoming NBA season 2025-26. With his outstanding preseason performances, he might ace in the NBA season.
Kon Knueppel
The Charlotte Hornetts’ star, Kon Knueppel is exactly what the franchise needs at this point to win the 2025-26 season. They required a wing shooter and a perfect foor spacing player and hence drafted Knueppel in their team.
He was the MVP of the Summer Leage Championship 2025.
Yang Hansen
Playing for the Portland Trail Blazers, Yang Hansen is one of the 10 best rookie players of the 2025-26 season. He is the kind that will make you smile and think that he is gullible and reality has something else to say. He was drafted because of his amazing passing visions, and versatility skills on court.
Kasparas Jakucionis
Miami Heat’s draft pick, Kasparas Jakucionis, is another rookie of the season 2025-26. He plays the guard position and is a type of player who wins trust of the fans quickly. As he prepares himself for the upcoming season, fans are yet to see his basketball skills on court. Also read: 5 NBA rookies to watch in 2025-26 season: Cooper Flagg, Ace Bailey and more
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