Brandon Miller, the young star of the Charlotte Hornets, was ranked 13th on HoopsHype’s top 30 small forwards list, just behind OG Anunoby and ahead of Michael Porter Jr. The website states: “Miller is one of the most promising young swingmen in some time and could very well break into the top 10 of these rankings by the end of 2024-25.”

Miller’s rookie season was impressive. Coming out of the All-Star break, he averaged 18.5 points, 4.6 rebounds and 2.5 assists and finished third in Rookie of the Year voting behind Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren. While third place may not seem like much in most years, this rookie class was exceptionally strong. Wembanyama is a once-in-a-generation talent, and Holmgren missed his first rookie season due to injury.

With the Hornets’ roster expected to be healthier and more balanced this season, there will be great excitement to see what Miller can accomplish. If he continues to develop, he could become one of the best small forwards in the league and help the Hornets make a play-in push in his second season.

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