Kenneth Faried scored 18 points (6-14 FG, 6-7 FT) to go along with 16 rebounds and two assists in 34 minutes Monday.

Faried scored 18 points (6-14 FG, 6-7 FT) to go along with 16 rebounds and two assists in 34 minutes Monday.

Analysis:

Faried has looked like a whole new player this month, averaging an impressive 21.9 points and 9.8 rebounds in 10 games. Owners have to be thrilled with the timing of his recent surge, especially considering how underwhelming Faried had been earlier in the season. The big man is rewarding owners who stuck it out with him.