Jamal Murray Makes a Significant Leap in Player Rankings

Jamal Murray’s impressive performance in last year’s playoffs warranted a considerable boost in player rankings. Last season, ESPN had him ranked 50th, which many considered surprisingly low, given his exceptional display in the 2020 NBA Playoffs. However, he was returning from an ACL tear, and if proving himself to NBA analysts was necessary, he certainly achieved that.

Following a championship-worthy playoff run, Jamal Murray’s ranking by ESPN soared, jumping a remarkable 33 spots to claim the 17th spot in this year’s player rankings. It’s a well-deserved recognition for Murray, who has reclaimed his status as a top 20 player in the NBA, particularly after making a strong comeback from injury.

Some of the players ranked ahead of him include Bam Adebayo, Donovan Mitchell, Damian Lillard, Anthony Edwards, Jimmy Butler, and Devin Booker. While the debate on whether some of these players are better than Murray continues, it’s undeniably fantastic to see him in the same conversation as these stars.

What’s even more remarkable about Jamal Murray’s journey is that he has yet to earn an All-Star selection, despite being considered a top 20 player in the NBA. Every player listed above him has been an NBA All-Star, and if this ranking is any indication, it’s clear that Jamal Murray’s turn for All-Star recognition is long overdue.