As the NBA Summer League wraps up and the quieter month of August approaches, there’s a focus on creating lists and singling out standout players within the NBA. One such recent effort by Dan Favale of Bleacher Report has highlighted the league’s most underrated players.
The Oklahoma City Thunder, known for their strong roster, are making headlines again with Aaron Wiggins emerging as a top underrated player in Favale’s rankings. Wiggins has just secured a new five-year, $45 million contract with OKC, unique in its descending value, after the team declined his club option, signaling a cost-effective strategy by the Thunder.
Described by Favale as one of the league’s most underrated talents on a cost-effective deal, Wiggins is expected to see an increase in playing time this coming season. Despite the uncertainty over whether his role with the Thunder will expand, his performance metrics justify the opportunity; last season, Wiggins averaged 6.9 points, 2.4 rebounds, 1.1 assists per game, with a shooting accuracy of 56 percent from the field, 49 percent in three-pointers, and 62 percent at the rim.
For ongoing updates and discussions about the Thunder, fans are encouraged to like Thunder on SI on Facebook and follow the team on Twitter, as well as meet the journalists covering the team.
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