Paolo Banchero took the league by storm in the 2023 season, albeit quietly and with very little attention from the national media.
As his season progressed he was mentioned in the same breath as some all-time greats when comparing rookie seasons. And when awards season came around, Banchero brought home the hardware, securing the Rookie of the Year trophy with 98 of a possible 100 first-place votes.
But the honor did not come without critics and pundits arguing against his standout play with one of the only holes in his game: his efficiency.