NBA Rookie of the Year power rankings, Week 13: Wendell Carter in mix

NBA Rookie of the Year power rankings, Week 13: Wendell Carter Jr. back in the mix

PORTLAND, OR - JANUARY 9: Wendell Carter Jr. #34 of the Chicago Bulls makes his entrance before the game against the Portland Trail Blazers on January 9, 2019 at the Moda Center Arena in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Sam Forencich/NBAE via Getty Images) /

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5. Jaren Jackson Jr., Memphis Grizzlies

Last week: 5th (↔)

Memphis Grizzlies big man Jaren Jackson Jr. remains steady at No. 5 in this week’s rankings after a decent performance on offense. His rebounding numbers could use a boost, but for now, his efficiency from the field will do.

Jackson is putting up 14.5 points and just 3.5 rebounds per game in his last four appearances, and it’s shown in the final result for the Grizzlies. Memphis is 1-3 in their last four games and with a 19-22 record, they’re currently tied with the Dallas Mavericks with the same record, which is pretty fitting with Luka Doncic on their roster.

In victories this season, Jackson is putting up 14.5 points per contest and shooting 38 percent from 3-point range. In losses, he’s averaging 12.4 points and shooting 29.4 percent from behind the arc. He hasn’t fully found his way in the rotation yet, but when he does, the Grizzlies should be a playoff team, or close. Now, it’s just on him to recognize his impact.