Under Appreciated Series: Manute Bol
Manute Bol was one of the most unique players in the history of the NBA. Standing at 7'7", he was one of the tallest players to ever step on the court. Despite his height, he was also an incredibly skilled player, known for his shot-blocking ability and his ability to shoot from beyond the arc. Unfortunately, his career was often overshadowed by his physical attributes and he is often considered one of the most underrated players of his era. Manute Bol began his professional career in 1985 with the Washington Bullets. In his rookie season, he immediately made an impact on the defensive end, averaging 3.7 blocks per game. He continued to be a dominant force on defense throughout his career, leading the league in blocks per game twice, in the 1985-1986 and 1986-1987 seasons. To truly appreciate just how good Manute Bol was on defense, it's important to take a look at the advanced statistics. During his prime, he had an incredible defensive rating of 98.7, which was one of th