What happened: Taylor Hendricks is again drawing positive evaluations after a severe leg injury interrupted his development. His recent play has revived confidence in his long-term potential.
Why it matters: The recovery period cost Hendricks valuable development time. His progress now makes his role and growth entering the 2026-27 season worth monitoring.
By the numbers: Hendricks produced 15 points, 10 rebounds and three steals in a February game. Across 10 starts after the All-Star break, he averaged 7.2 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.3 steals in 24.7 minutes.
What to watch: His offseason health and competition for minutes will shape his opportunity in 2026-27.