The selection of Justin James by the Sacramento Kings in the 2019 NBA Draft was initially questioned and criticized, but the rookie has begun to change the narrative with his solid play so far this season.
James has stepped up in the ten games that he has played in, mostly as a wing player in the absence of Trevor Ariza. While he has received limited minutes, which his numbers reflect, is has been his defense and energy that have earned him a spot in the coach Luke Walton‘s regular rotations.
Defense
James has been reliable on the defensive end in his first ten games.