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The wild 2017 NBA draft is now in the rearview mirror. Between the 16 freshmen selected in the first round—including each of the top five picks—the shocking Jimmy Butler trade and the constant pick-swapping that took place within the last 30 selections, it was truly a night to remember.

But enough reminiscing already. It's time to look ahead.

Over the next few months, each of the 30 first-round picks will be fighting to improve as much as possible. Gaining comfort in their new systems will afford them more opportunities to break into the rotation expeditiously, and increased playing time will only up their chances at earning that coveted Rookie of the Year award.

At this early stage, who's in the best position?

By calculating each prospect's expected playing time (based on their readiness and the makeup of the incumbent rotation) and factoring in their statistical profile before entering the NBA, we're coming up with per-game projections for each first-round choice. Use these as the baselines when trying to see how everyone stacks up as we head into the heart of the offseason.