NBA Opening Night: 5 debutants to watch out for

#3: Kelly Oubre Jr. (Golden State Warriors)

Houston Rockets v Phoenix Suns

Kelly Oubre Jr. had his most successful season last year with the Suns, where he averaged 18.7 points and 6.4 rebounds per game before being traded to the Warriors. With all the hype and expectations from fans, it will be hard for Oubre to under-perform on opening night.

“It’s going to be a fun ride.”@KELLYOUBREJR checks in from @ChaseCenter pic.twitter.com/fe7u81t0by

— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) November 23, 2020

The Warriors had the worst record in the NBA last season, and got another punch to the gut when they lost Klay Thompson to an untimely injury before the new season began.

Certified bucket getters.Steph (29p), Kelly (22p), & Andrew (19p) paced the Dubs' preseason finale win in Sacramento. 📽️ pic.twitter.com/MAu8GqD1VB

— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) December 18, 2020

If the preseason game is any indication, the new GSW backcourt will dazzle their fans with impressive performances on both ends of the court.

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#4: Montrezl Harrell (LA Lakers)

Los Angeles Clippers v Los Angeles Lakers

NBA opening night will feature one of the fiercest power forwards-cum-centers in the league Montrezl Harrell. Formerly a part of the LA Clippers, Harrell decided to hop over to the Lakers this offseason in a move that no one saw coming.

This not a sport to me this a LoveCycle. Now watch all this love I’m bout give out! https://t.co/TsTsgEESSO

— Montrezl Harrell (@MONSTATREZZ) November 30, 2020

Harrell was the Sixth Man of The Year last season, where he averaged 18.6 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game. He will strive to make his mark beside Lakers talisman LeBron James.

Harell is clearly excited to play alongside The King:

Montrezl Harrell on running plays with LeBron James:“Man, I’m envisioning high pick and rolls, baseline plays, all of the lobs, everything man. Like I said, I’m just ready to get going, man. This is a great feeling and I’m just happy to be here.” 👀#LakeShow | @MONSTATREZZ pic.twitter.com/ubA1CIy2kt

— Sports Notes (@TheSportsNotes) December 2, 2020

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#5: Dennis Schröder (LA Lakers)

Oklahoma City Thunder v Houston Rockets - Game One

Dennis Schröder was another sought-after recruit this offseason for the LA Lakers. Schröder had a stellar performance off the bench last season, and narrowly lost the Sixth Man of the Year award to his new teammate Montrezl Harrell.

It's official! Dennis Schröder is now a member of the #Lakers. pic.twitter.com/lf3yLNWtrs

— Spectrum SportsNet (@SpectrumSN) November 19, 2020

Schröder was instrumental in the OKC Thunder's successful playoff run, where he averaged 18.9 points, 4.0 assists, and 3.6 rebounds in 29.3 minutes per game.

Schröder said he learned a great deal from Chris Paul in OKC last season that should help him moving forward in his career.

— Mike Trudell (@LakersReporter) November 30, 2020

Schröder is an elite point guard who will boost the Lakers with his playmaking abilities, especially during crunch time. All eyes will be on his opening night performance with the LA Lakers.