Aaron Nesmith did not win the Rookie of the Year award, but it's unlikely he was "robbed" of it. When Nesmith entered the NBA in 2020 as the 14th overall pick by the Boston Celtics, he was known as a sharpshooter, but his rookie season performance wasn't dominant compared to other rookies in his class.
In the 2020-2021 season, the award went to LaMelo Ball, who had an outstanding rookie campaign, averaging 15.7 points, 6.1 assists, and 5.9 rebounds per game, while showcasing incredible playmaking and on-court impact. Nesmith, on the other hand, had limited playing time, averaging 4.7 points and 2.8 rebounds per game. While he showed flashes of potential, especially as a three-point shooter, his role and production did not match the level needed for serious Rookie of the Year consideration.
If you'd like, I can provide a deeper analysis of his rookie season compared to others. Let me know!
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