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Golden State Warriors: 7 Rising Stars they can target in next two seasons

By Tony Pesta

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 04: (NEW YORK DAILIES OUT) Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Utah Jazz in action against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on March 04, 2020 in New York City. The Jazz defeated the Knicks 112-104. 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. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 04: (NEW YORK DAILIES OUT) Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Utah Jazz in action against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on March 04, 2020 in New York City. The Jazz defeated the Knicks 112-104. 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. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images) /
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7. Michael Porter Jr.

The Denver Nuggets have been overly cautious with Michael Porter Jr. and his lingering back issues. In the small minutes he played this season, Porter stood out as a top tier rookie.

Porter appeared in 48 games and played fewer than 15 minutes a night but averaged 7.5 points and 4.1 rebounds. He played over 25 minutes a total of six times, posting 17.2 points and 11.8 rebounds during those games.

Despite his size and length, Porter is a smooth ball handler and shoots over opponents with ease. When healthy, he is a fluid athlete that can hang with the best in the league.

There are obvious concerns about his health moving forward but Porter has a bright future ahead of him if he is capable of staying on the court. The Warriors can offer a solid place for him to develop his skills and eventually bring him in as one of their top offensive weapons.

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