NBA: Player Rankings – Week 5

15. Kyrie Irving (PG, Cleveland Cavaliers) 

Nov 30, 2013; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Kyrie Irving (2) dribbles against the Chicago Bulls in the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

I’m still waiting for Kyrie to make that jump for good player to great player. Having said that, he still is a very, very good player and one of the best at his position. So far this season, Irving has averaged 20.6 points, 5.9 assists and 3.4 rebounds per game. While Kyrie has had many explosive games this season, he also has been lackluster at times, which usually results in a loss for Cleveland, who have been disappointing with their 4-10 record to start the season. It feels somewhat strange to have to encourage or tell an NBA player that he needs to score more, but more points for Kyrie equals more wins for the Cavs. Someone ought to let him know.