Saric, Brogdon unanimously voted to All-Rookie 1st team
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Milwaukee Bucks guard Malcolm Brogdon and Philadelphia 76ers forward Dario Saric were unanimously selected to the 2016-17 NBA All-Rookie first team, the league announced.
They were joined by Saric's Sixers teammate, Joel Embiid, along with Buddy Hield - who split his rookie year between the New Orleans Pelicans and Sacramento Kings - and New York Knicks forward Willy Hernangomez.
| Player | 1st Team | 2nd Team | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malcolm Brogdon | 100 | - | 200 |
| Dario Saric | 100 | - | 200 |
| Joel Embiid | 82 | 7 | 171 |
| Buddy Hield | 63 | 28 | 154 |
| Willy Hernangomez | 44 | 40 | 128 |
Embiid was a clear-cut favorite for Rookie of the Year until being sidelined again in January. He was limited to just 31 games. Either Brogdon or Saric will likely win the award, presented Monday night.
It's the first time four international players made up the first team.
The second team was highlighted by Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray.
| Player | 1st Team | 2nd Team | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jamal Murray | 34 | 55 | 123 |
| Jaylen Brown | 24 | 58 | 106 |
| Marquese Chriss | 20 | 51 | 91 |
| Brandon Ingram | 11 | 61 | 83 |
| Yogi Ferrell | 7 | 49 | 63 |
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