For the past several years, ESPN Insider's Chad Ford and Kevin Pelton have provided the kind of discussions that are happening in front offices around the NBA -- where scouts and statistical experts are breaking down NBA prospects using their "eyes, ears and numbers." This season those conversations are extending beyond the NBA draft to include prospects in their rookie or sophomore seasons.

Surprising production

Kevin Pelton: Chad, there's an unexpected leader in my wins above replacement player (WARP) rankings among rookies: New York Knicks forward Kristaps Porzingis, the No. 4 overall pick.