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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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Mar 31, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis (23) wipes his face after taking an elbow to the face by Sacramento Kings forward Reggie Evans (not pictured) in the second half at the Smoothie King Center. Sacramento defeated New Orleans 102-97. Mandatory Credit: Crystal LoGiudice-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 31, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis (23) wipes his face after taking an elbow to the face by Sacramento Kings forward Reggie Evans (not pictured) in the second half at the Smoothie King Center. Sacramento defeated New Orleans 102-97. Mandatory Credit: Crystal LoGiudice-USA TODAY Sports /

5. Anthony Davis, New Orleans Pelicans

This selection may surprise a few people due to the fact that Anthony Davis already had a big season last year, but he is going to take yet another step this season. Davis has the potential to be one of the NBA’s best players this season, and he will prove himself and all of his supporters right this season. New Orleans has a lot of talent on the roster, but Davis is going to have to carry the team on his shoulders in order for them to reach the playoffs in a very difficult Western Conference.

There have been some question marks surrounding his health, but he has been an absolute statistical monster when on the court. He has been working hard this offseason and had a very successful Team USA experience. Davis proved himself to be an extremely productive all-around player, and was probably the most consistent player on the U.S. national team.

Davis averaged 20.8 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 2.8 blocks per game last season, and you can expect to see those numbers rise even more this season. He is going to be the number one option in New Orleans obviously, and he has worked hard on his game this offseason and become an even more dangerous all-around player. The Pelicans could very well have the NBA’s next superstar this season, and he could lead them to a playoff appearance.

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