Deandre Ayton, last season’s number one overall pick, averaged 16.3 points and 10.3 rebounds per game while shooting 58% from the field last season for the Phoenix Suns.
The double-double average is a first for a rookie in franchise history, which, all things considered, is pretty good for a rookie big man who had to endure the inconsistencies of the point guard position throughout the season.
Ayton who also made the All-Rookie First Team, now has the benefit of playing alongside point guard Ricky Rubio who is one of the leagues better point guards.