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NBA: 10 players who could take the next step in 2017-18

By Jamie Campbell

Apr 4, 2017; Oakland, CA, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) and forward Andrew Wiggins (22) during the first quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 4, 2017; Oakland, CA, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) and forward Andrew Wiggins (22) during the first quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports /
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9. Buddy Hield, G, Sacramento Kings

Buddy Hield had a slow start to his rookie year while playing for the New Orleans Pelicans, averaging just 8.6 points on 39 percent shooting from the field.

However, that all changed once he was traded to Sacramento during the NBA All-Star break. In 25 games with the Kings, he put up 15 points per game on 48 percent shooting (43% from deep) in an expanded offensive role.

He seemed to benefit from the extra offensive responsibility and as he continues to become more comfortable in the NBA, expect his game to only keep improving in 2017-18.

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