Now that the 2024-25 NBA season is six weeks old, we can take a more comprehensive look at the rookie class as a whole.

In keeping with the expectations set leading up to the 2024 draft, the results this season have not been spectacular. Nonetheless, many players take on roles, make developmental strides and, in some cases, have a significant impact on their teams.

Jared McCain moved to the Philadelphia 76ers in November, Dalton Knecht moved to the Los Angeles Lakers, Stephon Castle felt more comfortable with the San Antonio Spurs and the Memphis Grizzlies were able to rely on Zach Edey and Jaylen Wells for a strong start. However, things have been a little slower for the top picks in the draft – including Zaccharie Risacher, Alex Sarr and Reed Sheppard – only one of whom cracks this month’s list.

With all of this, there’s a new rookie taking over the top spot in our latest rankings from October 24th.

Please note that this ranking of the top eight rookies is not an attempt to assess the players’ long-term potential or trade value. It’s simply a barometer of which first-year players have made the most interesting and notable impression at this stage of the season.

Here’s a look at how these and other players are doing so far.

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Designed: No. 16, Duke
Key stats: 16 PPG, 44.8% FG, 36.4 3P%
Previous ranking: NO