Brayden Burries just absolutely crushed the Milwaukee Bucks’ internal awards survey, pulling in a wild 43% of the vote for potential NBA awards candidates. It’s not just a win, it’s a statement, proving he’s still got that Summer League fire and then some. This dude blew away his teammates and even the coach with his sheer skill and undeniable potential.
Burries’ Rookie Roar Has Everyone Talking
So why’s Burries hitting so hard? A big part of it comes down to being a rookie. Think about it: he’s eligible for Rookie of the Year and those sweet All-Rookie honors. That means he’s not battling the whole darn league, just his fellow rookie class. And with ten All-Rookie spots up for grabs, it honestly would be a shock if he didn’t get some serious recognition. As BenDrankin3000 put it, “If we are counting all rookie team then it’s definitely burries. I honestly would be surprised if he doesn’t make all rookie.” Mitchell Maurer echoed that, saying, “But in terms of actual awards? Give me Burries and a spot on the All-Rookie team. Every season there are some dudes (and some duds) on these lists and it doesn’t take all that much to get there.” It sounds like the hype is real, and the path is clear for Burries to make his mark right away.
MIP Hopes and Coach of the Year Doubts
Coming in a distant second, but tied with each other, were Kel’el Ware and Head Coach Taylor Jenkins, both snagging 14% of the votes. Ware, Milwaukee’s presumed “center of the future,and hopefully the present,” has fans eyeing him for Most Improved Player. Naveed2000s believes there’s a “real possibility he averages near 20,” even if he doesn’t win, he “could be second in voting.” Mitchell Maurer thinks the “Ware case for MIP is actually more exciting, because that would prove that he’s a starting-caliber NBA big and solidify his place as a franchise cornerstone going forward.” That’s high praise and serious stakes for his development.
On the flip side, Coach Jenkins’ 14% feels a bit more aspirational for Coach of the Year. SheltD pretty much nails it, saying Jenkins winning “only if we’re top 3 in the east, very unlikely.” It’s a tough award to get, and the team needs to be seriously cooking for him to be in the conversation. Just behind them, Ryan Rollins grabbed 12% of the votes. His case is apparently “more nuanced,” with Mitchell Maurer’s comment cutting off just as he was getting to the good stuff. Guess we’ll have to see how that unfolds!
So, what does this all mean? Keep your eyes locked on Brayden Burries as the season gets rolling. If these early fan reactions are any indication, he’s primed to be one of the top rookies in the league. For Ware, it’s all about proving he can be that foundational big man. These early polls might be just a survey, but they sure set the stage for some exciting individual campaigns!
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Originally reported by Brew Hoop.
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