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Broncos QB Bo Nix named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Month for October

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is the third offensive rookie in team history to win the Rookie of the Month award.

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix had himself one spectacular October, and now the rest of the NFL has been put on notice.

Nix was named the NFL’s Offensive Rookie of the Month for October on Thursday, the NFL announced. According to a press release from the team, Nix becomes the third Broncos rookie to win the award, joining running backs Clinton Portis (Oct. 2002) and Mike Anderson (Oct. and Dec. 2000).

In four starts in October, Nix completed 82-of-123 passes (66.7%) for 870 yards with seven touchdowns and one interception (102.7 rtg.) while also rushing 29 times for 149 yards (5.1 avg.) with two scores. He led all rookies in offensive touchdowns (9), passing scores (7), completions (82), completion percentage (66.7%) and passing yards (870) in October.

Nix and Co. went 3-1 during the month, breaking a losing streak to the Las Vegas Raiders, winning an emotional homecoming for head coach Sean Payton and a posting convincing win over the Carolina Panthers. The only loss came at home against the Los Angeles Chargers on Oct. 13.

On the season, Nix has completed 165-of-261 passes (63.2%) for 1,530 yards with eight touchdowns and five interceptions (81.4 rtg.). His 165 completions are the most by a rookie in team history while his 1,530 passing yards rank fourth among Broncos rookie signal callers.

Nix will look to continue his development against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander nominated for February’s Western Conference Player of the Month

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander nominated for February’s Western Conference Player of the Month.

For the third straight month, Oklahoma City Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was nominated for Western Conference Player of the Month. He won the award in December.

This shouldn’t be a shocker: Gilgeous-Alexander has played like an MVP candidate on one of the league’s best teams. The 25-year-old has led the Thunder to a 42-18 record, and they are in sole possession of first place in the Western Conference standings.

In 59 games, Gilgeous-Alexander averaged 31.2 points on 54.8% shooting, 6.5 assists and 5.6 rebounds. He’s shot 38.2% from 3 on 3.4 attempts.

In 11 games in February, Gilgeous-Alexander averaged 30.5 points on 55.9% shooting, seven assists and 5.3 rebounds. He shot 60.6% from 3 on three attempts. This included being an All-Star starter for the first time in his career.

Luka Doncic won the award for February. Other nominees included Kevin Durant, Anthony Edwards, Kyrie Irving, LeBron James, Nikola Jokic and Domantas Sabonis. The East’s winner was Jayson Tatum.

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Dončić and Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum have been named the Kia NBA Western and Eastern Conference Players of the Month, respectively, for games played in February. pic.twitter.com/aovun28RQi

— NBA Communications (@NBAPR) March 4, 2024

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Chet Holmgren nominated for February’s Western Conference Rookie of the Month

Chet Holmgren nominated for February’s Western Conference Rookie of the Month.

Oklahoma City Thunder’s Chet Holmgren was nominated for Western Conference Rookie of the Month for February. Victor Wembanyama came away with the award for a second time.

Holmgren won it in October/November and December. He was nominated in January. This season, he’s helped the Thunder to a 42-18 record and sole possession of first place in the Western Conference standings.

In 60 games, the 21-year-old has averaged 17.2 points on 54.4% shooting, 7.8 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 2.6 blocks. He’s shot 39.7% from 3 on 4.3 attempts.

In 11 games in February, Holmgren averaged 19.3 points on 59.2% shooting, 8.4 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 2.7 blocks. He shot 45.6% from 3 on 5.2 attempts. He also participated in the 2024 All-Star’s Rising Stars challenge.

The other nominees were Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George and Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson. Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller won the East’s award.

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Chet Holmgren nominated for January’s Western Conference Rookie of the Month

Chet Holmgren nominated for January’s Western Conference Rookie of the Month award.

The Oklahoma City Thunder’s streak of Rookie of the Month awards this season will end at two. Chet Holmgren was nominated for January’s award, but Victor Wembanyama ultimately won the honor.

Holmgren won it in October/November and December. This season, he’s helped lead the Thunder to a 33-15 record and in second place in the Western Conference standings.

In 48 games, Holmgren is averaging 16.7 points on 53.3% shooting, 7.6 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 2.6 blocks. He’s shooting 38.2% from 3 on 4.1 attempts.

In 17 games during January, Holmgren averaged 14.9 points on 51.5% shooting, 7.3 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 2.5 blocks. He shot 34.8% from 3 on four attempts.

Even though he didn’t win the monthly award, he was recently named as an All-Star Rising Stars challenge participant along with Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace.

The other nominee was Houston Rockets forward Cam Whitmore. Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller won the Eastern Conference’s version of the award for January.

San Antonio Spurs forward-center Victor Wembanyama and Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller have been named the Kia NBA Western and Eastern Conference Rookies of the Month, respectively, for games played in January. pic.twitter.com/DE4u19OgPS

— NBA Communications (@NBAPR) February 1, 2024

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Chet Holmgren wins December Western Conference Rookie of the Month award

Chet Holmgren wins December Western Conference Rookie of the Month award.

The NBA announced on Thursday that Oklahoma City Thunder’s Chet Holmgren had been named the Western Conference Rookie of the Month.

The 21-year-old has won the award both times this season. The seven-foot rookie has helped the Thunder become one of the best teams in the league.

In 33 games, Holmgren is averaging 17.4 points on 54.4% shooting, 7.5 rebounds, 2.6 blocks and 2.6 assists. He’s shooting 40.7% from 3 on 4.2 attempts.

During December, Holmgren averaged 17.4 points on 55.1% shooting, 7.7 rebounds, 3.5 blocks and 2.4 assists in 13 games.

This news came on the same day it was announced Holmgren was ninth in the first release of 2024 All-Star fan voting for the West’s frontcourt starters.

The seven-footer was drafted No. 2 in the 2022 NBA draft. He missed the 2022-23 season recovering from a Lisfranc injury he suffered in the 2022 offseason.

Oklahoma City Thunder forward-center Chet Holmgren and Miami Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. have been named the Kia NBA Western and Eastern Conference Rookies of the Month, respectively, for games played in December. pic.twitter.com/XGHv5rwFRv

— NBA Communications (@NBAPR) January 4, 2024

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Chet Holmgren wins October/November Western Conference Rookie of the Month

Chet Holmgren wins October/November Western Conference Rookie of the Month.

The NBA announced its winners for the October/November Rookie of the Month award, and Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren received the Western Conference’s version

This shouldn’t be a surprise. Holmgren quickly played his way into being the early favorite for the Rookie of the Year award. The 21-year-old has been a staple in the early success for OKC (13-6).

In 19 games, Holmgren is averaging 17.6 points on 53.1% shooting, eight rebounds, 2.2 blocks and 2.6 assists. He’s shooting 39.5% from 3 on 4.3 attempts.

The seven-footer was drafted No. 2 in the 2022 NBA draft. He missed the entire 2022-23 season recovering from a Lisfranc injury he suffered in the 2022 offseason.

Oklahoma City Thunder forward-center Chet Holmgren and Miami Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. have been named the Kia NBA Western and Eastern Conference Rookies of the Month, respectively, for games played in October/November. pic.twitter.com/xJjFlJe3tu

— NBA Communications (@NBAPR) December 4, 2023

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Jalen Williams wins Western Conference Rookie of the Month for March/April

Jalen Williams wins the award for the second time this season.

For the final time, Jalen Williams won the Rookie of the Month award.

The NBA announced the Oklahoma City Thunder wing won the award for the combined months of March and April. Willams scored 20-plus points in nine of his final 18 games during that span.

In March/April, Williams averaged 18.7 points, 5.5 rebounds and 4.3 assists.

This is the second time Williams won the award. He also won it for October/November at the beginning of the season.

The Eastern Conference winner was Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero, which is fitting: They will likely finish as the top two in Rookie of the Year voting.

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Aidan Hutchinson wins NFL Rookie of the Month for December/January

Hutchinson also won the same award in November

Congratulations to Lions DE Aidan Hutchinson. The No. 2 overall pick in the 2022 NFL draft captured the NFL’s Rookie of the Month honors for December and January.

In the six games covered in the timeframe, Hutchinson tallied four sacks, 14 total tackles, two tackles-for-loss, intercepted a pass and recovered a fumble as the Lions went 5-1. The four sacks in those six games alone would rank Hutchinson fourth in total rookie sacks for the season.

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It caps off an award-filled final month for the Lions. Jamaal Williams, Jared Goff and Kalif Raymond all captured weekly honors. Hutchinson also won the NFL Rookie of the Month in November.

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