James Ennis showed promise this season as a possible replacement for the departed LeBron James, but his inconsistency kept him from blossoming into a key piece for the Heat. Whether or not that was due to his ability or the presence of Loul Deng, remains to be seen.

What Went Right

Ennis showed signs of being a capable player in this league, in what amounted to his rookie year (although he was drafted the year before). Per 36-minutes, Ennis averaged 10.7 points and 6.0 rebounds. That is great production for a guy still getting his feet wet in the NBA.

What Went Wrong

I think opportunity went wrong for Ennis. He had a strong showing in the Summer League, and was poised to be thrown into a starting position after James left. But Deng was signed soon after, and Ennis was relegated to the bench. His shot selection was also spotty and did him no favors.

Best Vine

This one is pretty self explanatory from the season opener.

How Can He Improve

If I had to point to something he could improve upon, it would be his overall basketball IQ. He had some great moments where his athleticism took over, but the difference between an average player and a good player is the ability to rely on a skill when the athletic advantage is not present.

Looking Ahead

Ennis is only 24 years old, so his future is still plenty bright. He could be in the running for a starting spot if he works on his game extensively in the offseason (also, if Deng decides not to return). If not, he could be really nice piece off the bench with some experience under his belt. But there is plenty of look forward to in the future for Ennis.