5. Keyonte George, Utah Jazz
Stats: 9.8 points, 4.9 assists, 3.1 rebounds
Since taking over as Utah's starting point guard over the last 10 games, George is averagingn 11.8 points and 6.3 assists per game. The Jazz trust George to get the team into offense and he recently scored a career-high 19 points in a win over the Pelicans.
Honorable Mentions:
Derek Lively II, Dallas Mavericks
Stats: 8.1 points, 7.5 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.0 blocks
Already a favorite passing target for Luka Doin
Jordan Hawkins, New Orleans Pelicans
Stats: 13.5 points, 4.1 rebounds, 2.0 assists
Stepped up in CJ McCollum's absense and is shooting 37% from 3-point range for the Pelicans.
Brandon Miller, Charlotte Hornets
Stats: 14.4 points, 4.0 rebounds, 1.9 assists