Nickeil Alexander-Walker, a guard drafted 17th overall by the New Orleans Pelicans in 2019, initially showcased his scoring and defensive skills. Averaging a career-high 12 points early in his third season, he became a crucial player for New Orleans before being traded to the Portland Trail Blazers.
His role flourished with the Minnesota Timberwolves, playing all 82 regular season games and contributing both offensively and defensively. Notably, Alexander-Walker has excelled at using kicked ball violations, ranking fifth in the NBA last season.