NBA: 5 players who can win rookie of the year this season

With the NBA season upon us, I thought it would be nice to take a look at five players who have a chance at being crowned the 2016-2017 season rookie of the year. With the Ben Simmons out with an injury, it opens up many opportunity's for other players to have a shot at the award. Here are five rookies to watch this upcoming season.

With Ben Simmons set to miss 4 months due to a broken right foot, Kris Dunn is the front runner to win the rookie of the year honors. The fifth selection in the 2016 NBA draft, Dunn is an all around talent who has the skills to do a little bit of everything, from scoring, to getting assists, and rebounds. Still behind Ricky Rubio, Dunn is still set to see a lot of playing time this season.

Being one of the top shooters in college, this got Buddy Hield to be selected with the with the 6th overall pick in the 2016 NBA draft. Another likely favorite for rookie of the year, Buddy Hield is a sharpshooter with the capability to be a three point threat. One of the top scorers in college, Buddy Hield has the chance to be a superstar in the NBA, and is a high favorite to win rookie of the year.