During the 2015-2016 season, Kent Bazemore emerged as the darling of the Atlanta Hawks.
He stepped into a full-time starting role for the first time in his career and the swingman flashed some great potential for the team. The former Old Dominion standout averaged 11.6 points and 5.2 rebounds per game and shot 35.7 percent from three. He showed great energy and developmental potential on both sides of the ball.
For his efforts in his contract year, the Hawks awarded Bazemore with a 4-year/$70 million deal. He was the small forward of the future for the team and expectations rose for him in this season.