Team success is what propelled Mobley and Barnes in front of Cunningham in the Rookie of the Year odds. When actual performance on the court is brought into the equation, it is no contest; Cade Cunningham is the best rookie this season. The numbers back it up.
On Saturday, the Michigan State Spartans Men's Basketball team lost a close one against the Purdue Boilermakers. MSU attempted to comeback from a 10 point deficit, but ultimately fell short at the buzzer. Purdue's 75-70 victory came in no short part thanks to Jaden Ivey. He is the top guard prospect in the 2022 NBA Draft.