The 2022 NBA Rookie of the Year race features three frontrunners tied at +260 odds as of November 30th:

Evan Mobley (Cavaliers)

• Impacting winning more than any rookie
• Averaging 8+ rebounds and 1+ blocks/steals per game
• Strong two-way player contributing to team success

Scottie Barnes (Raptors)

• Excellent rebounding, playmaking and ball-handling
• Struggles with jump shooting
• Proving to be smart pick over Jalen Suggs

Cade Cunningham (Pistons)

• Averaging 14 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists
• Shooting struggles (36% FG, 27% 3PT)
• Missing early games but showing promise

Other Notable Contenders:

Jalen Green (+650)

• Currently injured, expected to miss several weeks
• One-dimensional scorer showing flashes
• Minutes may be limited upon return

Josh Giddey (+1400)

• Playing well as combo guard next to SGA
• Makes winning plays
• Likely All-Rookie team but not ROTY contender

While other rookies like Franz Wagner, Chris Duarte and Davion Mitchell have shown potential, the race appears to be between the top three contenders barring significant developments.

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