Keegan Murray is a 6-foot-8 small forward who plays for the Sacramento Kings. This is his first year in the NBA, and he has done an amazing job helping the Kings (10-6) become a surprising early breakout story. Murray attended Iowa for two years before declaring for the draft and was selected by Sacramento with the fourth pick.Sacramento Kings@SacramentoKingsKings GM Monte McNair explains the decision to draft Keegan Murray with the fourth pick in the #NBADraft 47744Kings GM Monte McNair explains the decision to draft Keegan Murray with the fourth pick in the #NBADraft 👑 https://t.co/zn7VMF9InLMurray has helped Sacramento with its current seven-game win streak. The former Big Ten MVP is averaging 11.4 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.1 assists. He's shooting over 42.9% from the field and 34.1% from the 3-point line.Even though he's sixth in scoring for the Kings, he's still able to be effective. Before the season even began, there were people who chose Murray as the favorite to win the Rookie of the Year award. While that might not happen, based on Paolo Banchero's and Bennedict Mathurin's performances, the Kings' rookie is still someone to keep an eye on.The 2022 Las Vegas Summer League MVP isn't afraid of challenges. Despite not averaging insane numbers, Murray has performed at his best on the defensive side. He's currently fifth on the Kings in defensive win shares with 0.3. It's a good sign for the organization that he's an effective player on defense.Also read: “He’s a 6-8 forward who put up video-game stats in the Big Ten” - John Hollinger says Keegan Murray is the most head-scratching player in the draftKeegan Murray has already been compared to an NBA legendRichmond vs. IowaUnlike his fellow rookies, Keegan Murray is a different kind of player. While others are flashy and explosive and display showmanship, the Kings rookie prefers to stay grounded.During his freshman year in Iowa, he only averaged 7.2 ppg. He followed it up with an impressive second year.His sophomore season is where he took off and got the attention of everyone. Murray averaged 25.8 ppg and 9.0 rpg, which led the Hawkeyes to a championship win. He was very efficient as well, making 55.9% of his field goals and 53.8% of his 3-pointers.Before getting drafted, Mike Schmitz compared the rookie to San Antonio Spurs legend Tim Duncan:"He is a silent assassin. Think Tim Duncan. Think Kawhi Leonard."Mike Schmitz@Mike_SchmitzJoined NBA Today this afternoon to break down some of the top NBA prospects in the NCAA Tournament. Who is the best player in the Big Dance? Iowa forward Keegan Murray, who is making a push for consideration in the top-3 with his play as of late.40760Joined NBA Today this afternoon to break down some of the top NBA prospects in the NCAA Tournament. Who is the best player in the Big Dance? Iowa forward Keegan Murray, who is making a push for consideration in the top-3 with his play as of late. https://t.co/iKjnjshwYUAlso read: “He is a silent assassin, think Tim Duncan, think Kawhi Leonard” - Mike Schmitz heaps high praise on Keegan Murray, says he can be a Top-3 prospect in the NBA draft