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NBA: 5 Players That Are Way Overdue For A Breakout Season

By Preston Mott

Mar 29, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Victor Oladipo (5) drives to the basket against the Brooklyn Nets during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 29, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Victor Oladipo (5) drives to the basket against the Brooklyn Nets during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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3. Eric Bledsoe

The Oklahoma City Thunder drafted Eric Bledsoe with the 18th overall pick in the 2010 NBA Draft but later traded his draft rights to the Los Angeles Clippers. Bledsoe burst onto the scene in the 2013 season when Chris Paul sat out a number of games due to knee injuries.

Bledsoe delivered superb performances during that stretch, showing off his quickness, speed and explosiveness. Bledsoe’s elite athleticism, combined with his uncanny defense, led the Phoenix Suns to taking a chance on him the following year. Unfortunately, Bledsoe’s shining moments have been marred by injuries, and he hasn’t proved that he can stay healthy.

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In his stint with Phoenix, Bledsoe has just one season under his belt playing 80 games or more. Bledsoe played in an underwhelming 43 and 31 games for the other two seasons. Injuries have plagued Bledsoe’s short career and it’s fair to wonder if he will ever be able to make any headway.

Bledsoe’s injuries have clouded people’s judgment and spectators seem to have forgotten just how good this guy is when healthy. The Suns roster is crowded with guards but a starting backcourt featuring Bledsoe and rising star Devin Booker has the potential to wreak havoc on the league.