I thought guys like Arvydas Sabonis, Prigioni, Teodosic, or Oberto might be on the list, but then I realized they all made their NBA debuts after turning 30. Also, it was a bit surprising to see Cassell on the list, considering he made an impact from his rookie year and stayed relevant throughout his entire career.
Yes, Cassell was a good role player for two championship teams early in his career, but his best seasons came after he turned 30 years old. He made a breakthrough with the Nets in 1997-98 (age 28), missed most of the next season with an injury (age 29), then really established himself with the Bucks in 1999-00 (age 30).
I thought guys like Arvydas Sabonis, Prigioni, Teodosic, or Oberto might be on the list, but then I realized they all made their NBA debuts after turning 30. Also, it was a bit surprising to see Cassell on the list, considering he made an impact from his rookie year and stayed relevant throughout his entire career.
Yes, Cassell was a good role player for two championship teams early in his career, but his best seasons came after he turned 30 years old. He made a breakthrough with the Nets in 1997-98 (age 28), missed most of the next season with an injury (age 29), then really established himself with the Bucks in 1999-00 (age 30).