NBA: Predicting Every Team’s Breakout Player For 2016-17

By Jacob Little | Oct 3, 2016

Oct 9, 2014; Lithonia, GA, USA; The NBA logo is shown with basketballs as the Atlanta Hawks conduct an open practice at Miller Grove High School. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports /

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Sep 26, 2016; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Dwight Powell (7) poses for a photo during Media Day at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /

Dallas Mavericks: Dwight Powell

Dwight Powell might have one of the easiest jobs in the NBA, backing up the future Hall of Famer Dirk Nowitzki.

Last season, Powell averaged 14 minutes a game off the bench. As a result, he averaged six points and four rebounds per game. Though, his Per 36 numbers were quite solid – 15 points, 10 rebounds.

With Dirk getting older and his playing time seeing a slight decrease, Powell’s minutes and stat averages should be on the rise. Powell is an explosive athlete who plays above the rim, and he’s shown improvements each year in the NBA.

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