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Kings' Maxime Raynaud Makes Big Jump in Latest NBA Rookie Ladder
- Maxime Raynaud jumps to fifth in NBA.com's rookie ladder after his standout 21-point, 19-rebound game against New Orleans.
- The 22-year-old rookie posted 21 points and 19 rebounds in a loss to the Pelicans, showing his potential as a Sabonis fill-in.
- Raynaud, the 42nd pick in 2025, has become a surprising second-round steal for Sacramento this season.
- Raynaud is not in the Rising Stars roster this weekend but is viewed as a potential end-of-season All-Rookie contender.
- Raynaud’s season averages show growth, with 11.7 points and 8.4 rebounds per game in 29 starts.
- CoachSabonis injury situation has given Raynaud more opportunities this season.
- NBA.com’s Steve Aschburner praised Raynaud’s performance, ranking him among the top rookies in points, rebounds, and blocks.
- Sacramento’s other rookies, Nique Clifford and Dylan Cardwell, are also making strides for the team’s future.
- The Kings enter the All-Star break at 12-43, with a clear path toward evaluation of young talents.
- The article frames Raynaud as a sleeper in the 2026 NBA Draft context for Sacramento’s rebuild.
- The piece notes Raynaud's 'second-round steal' status for the Kings this season.
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