Phoenix' Eric Bledsoe showing newfound maturity

Phoenix Suns point guard Eric Bledsoe has shown maturity during training camp and the offseason and is ready to be a leader for his younger teammates.

What It Means:

Bledsoe, who is usually media adverse, held a 10-minute question and answer session with the press at the start of training camp. Doing this showed his growth and maturity over the summer to head coach Earl Watson who said “I’ve seen amazing growth from Bled. He’s blossomed in amazing ways.” Bledsoe also took the constant rumors of a trade in stride saying he is all in with Suns until -- or if-- a trade happens.

Our models project Bledsoe for 21.1 points, 1.7 three-pointers, 4.5 rebounds, 6.2 assists, and 1.5 steals per game this season.