Throughout the years the NBA has seen many greats dominate the league. Here’s a list of five players that have made a solid impact but are still under 25 years of age.

#5 LaMelo Ball:

Brother of Lonzo, Son of Lavar Ball. It is safe to say that LaMelo Ball has been in the spotlight for most of his lifetime. The 20-year-old California native has already made a significant impact in the league. In just two seasons, LaMelo Ball is averaging 18.3 points per game, 7.0 assists per game, and 6.4 total rebounds per game. It is safe to say that the future is bright in Charlotte all thanks to the youngest Ball brother.

#4 Trae Young:

Known for his absolute domination over the New York Knicks in the 2020-2021 playoffs. Trae Young is an absolute star in the new age of the NBA. Standing at just 6’1. Trae Young has a unique style of play that helps him get by such lengthy defenders. At age 23, Young has a resume that he should be proud of. He’s taken the Atlanta Hawks to the Eastern Conference Finals in an eventful playoff run while averaging 25.3 ppg and 9.3 apg. With numbers like this Trae Young has the skill and talent to be one of the league’s best.

#3 Ja Morant:

Athletic, Determined, and Proud. These are just some of the words to describe Ja Morant. At just 22-years-old Morant has already been awarded the Rookie of the Year award, along with Most Improved Player. Morant who has seen the playoffs two times so far in his career has made an impact in both appearances. Despite injuries taking a toll on him this year’s playoffs, Ja is a face you will see in the playoffs for years to come. This season alone Morant averaged 27.3ppg while also tallying up 7.1apg. The future is bright in Memphis Tennessee

#2 Jayson Tatum:

3rd overall pick in 2017, Jayson Tatum has made an impact in the NBA since day one. The Boston Celtics have been a team filled with NBA legend over the years, and Jayson Tatum is on his way to having his name on that list. At 24-years-old, Tatum has appeared in the playoffs every year of his career. From facing Lebron as a rookie, to sweeping Kevin Durant and the Nets in the first round of the playoffs. Tatum over his five seasons in the NBA has averaged 20.9ppg, 3.0apg and 6.6 rebounds per game. Already drawing comparisons to Kobe Bryant, Jayson Tatum has made a huge impact on the NBA of today.

#1 Luka Dončić:

Playing professional basketball since 16-years-old. Luka Dončić has had more experience playing professional basketball than most of the NBA today. Just 23-years-old, Luka has made his mark on the NBA relatively quick throughout his time. With his unique style of play where he plays at his own pace. While drilling 35 foot step back jump shots to get the crowd to erupt. Averaging 34.5ppg currently in the playoffs, Dončić has been unbelievable in the playoffs so far. In his fourth season in the NBA, Dončić has continued to improved and has been named by many media professionals as one of the best players in the entire NBA.