NBA Power Rankings: The Top 9 Rookies In Preseason Thus Far

Oct 10, 2015; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Chicago Bulls forward Bobby Portis (5) looks to slam dunk during the fourth quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at MTS Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Fedyck-USA TODAY Sports

4. Bobby Portis, Chicago Bulls

Preseason Stats: 12.5 points, 12.3 rebounds

The more that I watch Bobby Portis, the more I’m convinced that the Chicago Bulls will be able to package Taj Gibson in a trade this season in order to upgrade their small forward position. Yes, he’s looked that good thus far in preseason.

Portis is averaging 12 points and 12 rebounds – the only rookie to average a double-double – in four games this preseason for the Chicago Bulls. The best part about Portis’ production is the fact that he’s not even playing THAT many minutes thus far. He’s averaging that double-double in only 25 minutes of action per night. Heck, he’s even hitting on 43 percent of his three-point attempts. That…is impressive.

Of course, it’s only preseason.

So far, however, it looks like Portis is going to MAKE Fred Hoiberg find minutes for his rookie. With the way that he’s started his rookie season, he just has to be on the court this year.

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