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5 NBA players poised to break out in 2014

By Evan Massey

Mar 12, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis (23) is guarded by Memphis Grizzlies forward Tayshaun Prince (21) during the second half of a game at the Smoothie King Center. The Grizzlies defeated the Pelicans 90-88. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 12, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis (23) is guarded by Memphis Grizzlies forward Tayshaun Prince (21) during the second half of a game at the Smoothie King Center. The Grizzlies defeated the Pelicans 90-88. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports /
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May 11, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards shooting guard Bradley Beal (3) dribbles the ball as Indiana Pacers small forward Paul George (24) defends during the second half in game four of the second round of the 2014 NBA Playoffs at Verizon Center. The Pacers won 95-92. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
May 11, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards shooting guard Bradley Beal (3) dribbles the ball as Indiana Pacers small forward Paul George (24) defends during the second half in game four of the second round of the 2014 NBA Playoffs at Verizon Center. The Pacers won 95-92. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Bradley Beal, Washington Wizards

Bradley Beal was one of the biggest surprises from last season, and he is primed to have a big season for the Wizards. He became a deadly scorer and has continued developing as an all-around player as well. There is still more work for him to do before he reaches his full potential, but he is going to have a huge season and be a much improved player in every aspect.

Beal ended up averaging 17.1 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game last season, and saw his shooting numbers rise across the board. He shot 41.9 percent overall from the floor and drilled 40.2 percent of his three-point shots. The Wizards are going to need him to step up once again this season, and he is going to have the green light offensively.

It’s extremely obvious that Beal has the potential to be one of the next big rising stars in the league, and he already was towards the end of last season. Don’t be surprised to see him make the All-Star game in the East. Beal is poised to break through this season and become the dominating presence that he has the potential to be.

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