The Best NBA Player By Every Jersey Number For The 2022-23 Season

Over time, NBA players and their jersey numbers become iconic and entrenched in NBA history. The number 23 is synonymous with Michael Jordan. The numbers 24 and 8 are synonymous with Kobe Bryant. Number 32 is Magic Johnson, Number 34 is Shaq and Hakeem, and so on and so forth. The jerseys that iconic NBA players have worn along with the numbers embroidered onto them are almost as legendary as the players themselves. Heck, I even wore the number 20 when I was younger to honor my favorite player, Gary Payton.

Instead of focusing on the most iconic NBA jersey numbers of all time, we have decided to honor the best player at each number so far during the 2022-23 season. Less than 20 games into the season and we have already seen some masterful performances and breakout seasons from unexpected sources. The baton is starting to be passed from the generation of LeBron and Curry to the likes of Giannis, Luka, and Tatum. There are 53 different numbers currently being used throughout the league, and we intend to honor the best player at each number on our list below.

These are the best NBA players by each jersey number for the 2022-23 season.

No. 00 – Jordan Clarkson

Kicking off our list with the No. 00 jersey is Jordan Clarkson of the Utah Jazz. Clarkson is one of the players leading the charge for the surprisingly surging Jazz. Headed into the season, the Jazz had traded away their franchise’s two key pieces, Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert. Expected to tank and aim for top draft prospect Victor Wembanyama, the Jazz have gotten off to a shocking 11-6 start and sit at the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference. A big part of it has been the production coming from Jordan Clarkson.

Just 2 seasons removed from being named the 2020-21 Sixth Man of the Year, Clarkson has been in the starting lineup for all 17 games in Utah this season. He has responded by averaging 18.1 PPG, 4.0 RPG, and 4.6 APG. His rebounding and assist numbers would be career-highs if the season ended today. His abilities as a playmaker and explosive scorer have been on full display so far this season, much to the delight of a fanbase that saw the season going in a completely different direction.

Honorable Mentions: Bennedict Mathurin, Jonathan Kuminga

No. 0 – Jayson Tatum

Headed into the 2022-23 season, there were an array of questions facing the defending Eastern Conference champion Boston Celtics. They had just lost their Coach Ime Udoka to a year-long suspension and the anchor of their interior defense, Robert Williams. The Celtics have thrown all the drama to the side and come out as the most potent offense in basketball, with Jayson Tatum leading the way as an Ealy MVP candidate.

Currently, Jayson Tatum is averaging the 7th most points in the NBA at 30.3 PPG. The Celtics have the best record in the NBA at 13-3, and Tatum is scoring with the best efficiency of his career since 2018. Tatum is also currently tied for 2nd in the NBA with 4.5 APG and 9th in PER at 25.77. In 6 out of 16 games so far this season, Tatum has recorded at least 15 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists.

Honorable Mentions: Damian Lillard, Tyrese Maxey, Tyrese Haliburton

No. 1 – Devin Booker

The No. 1 jersey is loaded with talent throughout the NBA. It could have been LaMelo Ball, but he has only played in a total of 3 games so far in 2022-23 as he continues to struggle with injury. James Harden has also been sidelined with an injury, which is a shame, considering how hot of a start he got off to this year. Zion Williamson, Anthony Edwards, and Anfernee Simons are two other candidates that have cases to be selected for the best player to don the No. 1.

Instead, our choice goes to someone who has a case as the very best shooting guard in basketball, Devin Booker. Currently, Booker is leading the 9-6 Phoenix Suns with 28.1 PPG as they once again compete for the top spot in the West. Booker has tapped into his playmaking skills much more this season as well, averaging 6.1 APG on the year. Coming off of his first All-NBA First Team in 2021-22, it seems Booker is set to lead the Suns into the postseason for a third straight season.

Honorable Mentions: James Harden, LaMelo Ball, Zion Williamson, Anthony Edwards

No. 2 – Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

When it comes down to the No. 2 jersey, it is best to remember that we are basing it strictly on the 2022-23 season. Kawhi Leonard has unfortunately struggled with knee injuries again and has missed 13 games already. Cade Cunningham has also been great this season but was just lost for at least 12 weeks with a broken tibia and fibula. There has only been one player who stands above the rest, donning the No. 2.

That player is Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Even though the Thunder sit at just 7-9 on the season, Gilgeous-Alexander has been playing MVP-level basketball. In 15 games, he is averaging 31.1 PPG, 4.6 RPG, 5.9 APG, 1.8 SPG, and 1.4 BPG. He is shooting the ball better from everywhere on the floor, better than he has at any point in his career. Gilgeous-Alexander is currently shooting 53.4% overall and 40.9% from three. He has focused more on attacking the basket and creating much easier shots for himself. If the Thunder can win more games, expect Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s name to still be in the MVP conversation at the season’s end.

Honorable Mentions: Kawhi Leonard, Cade Cunningham

No. 3 – Chris Paul

The first really tough decision of this list comes early, choosing our selection with the No. 3 jersey. Anthony Davis is having a resurgent season of sorts averaging 25.3 PPG and 11.5 RPG, but his team is struggling at just 4-10 on the year. Bradley Beal has also had a very nice start to his 2022-23 season with 22.4 PPG and 5.9 APG for the surprising Wizards. Other players with cases for this selection include Keldon Johnson, OG Anunoby, and Jordan Poole.

We have to admit that there may have been some historical bias with our selection, but we decided to go with the “Point God,” Chris Paul. Even though he has only played 10 contests for the Suns so far this season, Paul still has the same old impact he has had for most of his career. His 9.4 APG ranks 2nd in the league currently, proving that at 38 years old, he is still one of the best playmakers in the NBA. Paul has the Suns at 9-6 on the season, which is good for 4th in the Western Conference.

Honorable Mentions: Anthony Davis, Bradley Beal, OG Anunoby

No. 4 – Evan Mobley

With the No.4 jersey, there are a few young players making their way up the list, but none are better than the player we have selected. The reigning Rookie of the Year, Scottie Barnes, has struggled out of the gate to begin the 2022-23 season, but the Raptors do seem on a good course as the season unfolds. Jalen Suggs and Steven Adams are 2 other players who deserve mention when it comes to No. 4 jersey wearers as well.

Our choice today is one of the interior anchors of the most exciting team in the Eastern Conference. Evan Mobley of the Cleveland Cavaliers has been instrumental to their early season success on both sides of the ball. He has taken a slight offensive leap as far as getting his shot off and creating for himself as well. He is currently averaging 15.5 PPG and 8.2 PPG on a ridiculous 56.8% shooting percentage. After an 8-game winning streak in their first 9 games, the Cavaliers have slipped a bit in the standings but expect Mobley and company to be competing come playoff time.

Honorable Mentions: Scottie Barnes, Jalen Suggs, Steven Adams

No. 5 – De’Aaron Fox

The No. 5 jersey is one of the lesser-stacked jersey numbers in the NBA today. The most exciting rookie in the game Paolo Banchero has had a nice start to his career for the Magic but has missed extended time with an injury. Dejounte Murray is having an incredible season with the Hawks as well, averaging 21.3 PPG, 6.2 RPG, 7.6 APG, and 2.0 SPG for the 9-6 Atlanta Hawks. These 2 players certainly present a compelling case, but our choice takes the cake.

De’Aaron Fox has been an electric and speedy basketball player his entire career so far. For the first time since the 2000s, Kings fans have a reason to believe that their team can contend for a playoff spot. Fox is currently averaging 24.8 PPG and 6.4 APG for the Kings, who stand at 8-6 on the season and are just 1.5 games back of first in the West. Fox could possibly earn his first All-Star appearance this year, but guard play has been elite, so he could miss out once again.

Honorable Mentions: Dejounte Murray, Paolo Banchero

No. 6 – LeBron James

There are just 14 players in the NBA who currently wear the No. 6. Once these players decide to change their number or retire, the No. 6 will never be worn again in honor of the late Bill Russell. Of the players who currently wear the number, there are only 3 who deserve mention here. Kristaps Porzingis has enjoyed a nice start to the season with the Wizards as fans hold their breath and await inevitable missed time from the big man. Alex Caruso of the Bulls has been one of the better role players in the NBA over the last few seasons as well.

Our choice for the best player to wear No. 6 has been the case ever since he decided to put the number on 13 seasons ago. Regardless of the Lakers’ misfortunes so far in 2022-23 and the subtle hints that Father Time is catching up to LeBron, he is still one of the elite players in the NBA so far. James is currently chasing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s all-time scoring record but is nursing a groin injury that has kept him out the past week. In 10 games in 2022-23, James is averaging 24.9 PPG, 8.8 RPG, and 6.9 APG. No other player that is wearing No. 6 can lay claim to those numbers.

Honorable Mentions: Kristaps Porzingis, Alex Caruso

No. 7 – Kevin Durant

For the 2022-23 season, there are 17 players currently wearing that number. Only 2 of those players come into consideration for the best No. 7 in the league. The first of those 2 is our runner-up for this jersey number, Jaylen Brown. Over the last few seasons, and especially on the Celtics’ 2022 Finals run, Jaylen Brown has proved his worth. He has shown there are nights he can be the clear No. 1 guy for Boston, and there are times he has helped the team win by taking a back seat to his teammates. Brown has been tremendous once again in 2022-23, but not quite as good as the best No. 7.

The last few months have been filled with drama, trade requests, firings, and losing basketball games for the Brooklyn Nets. Their one shining star has been Kevin Durant, who is once again doing all he can to keep the season afloat for Brooklyn. Durant has been spectacular, averaging 30.6 PPG, 6.6 RPG, and 5.2 APG. He is once again shooting a high volume of shots at an incredible efficiency, shooting 52.9% overall and 34.7% from three. The Nets currently stand at 7-9 on the season but seem to be a much-improved team over the last couple of weeks.

Honorable Mention: Jaylen Brown

No. 8 – Zach LaVine

Of the 18 players to wear the No. 8 for the 2022-23 season, only our selection can be considered among the Top 50 players in basketball at this time. Dennis Smith Jr. is having a redemption season with the Hornets and deserves mention before we talk about LaVine. He is averaging 10.2 PPG and 6.2 APG in 13 games for Charlotte so far after years of not being given a shot.

The Chicago Bulls are having a slow start to the 2022-23 season after a run to the playoffs in 2021-22. They have battled injuries and a lack of depth to a disappointing 6-10 start. The same can be said for Zach LaVine, who is performing at a level lesser than we are used to from him. He is still averaging 20.7 PPG and 4.0 APG but is nowhere near the All-Star level he has been at the past 2 seasons. LaVine and the Bulls can turn it around, but they have to get to work quickly in a very competitive Eastern Conference.

Honorable Mention: Dennis Smith Jr.

No. 9 – Jerami Grant

The No. 9 jersey is worn by 15 players currently in the NBA, and a few have a case to be our pick. Nikola Vucevic is among the league leaders in rebounds so far this season but has shrunk for the Bulls in big moments over the past few games. RJ Barrett has had one of the more disappointing starts to the season of any player in the NBA, but we all know the talent is there, and the slump is coming to an end.

Our selection for the No. 9 jersey is one of the most underrated pickups of this past offseason. Jerami Grant is a large reason why the Portland Trail Blazers sit atop the Western Conference standings at 10-5. While star Damian Lillard missed a few games to start the year, Grant has been one of the guys who has stepped up big-time in his absence. In 14 games this season, Grant is averaging 20.1 PPG and 4.9 RPG and is shooting 48.2% from the field. Portland is one of the more pleasant surprises to start the year, and Grant has been extremely fun to watch.

Honorable Mention: Nikola Vucevic, RJ Barrett

No. 10 – Darius Garland

With no lies told, Bol Bol has a legitimate case to be the selection for the No. 10. Bol Bol has made a case for the NBA’s Most Improved Player so far in 2022-23, averaging 12.8 PPG and 8.0 RPG. All jokes aside, Domantas Sabonis is another player we could have chosen as the best player to wear No. 10. Sabonis, alongside De’Aaron Fox, has the Kings in a pretty good position to start the year. However, our selection for the No. 10 jersey has been on another level.

Darius Garland has missed 6 games so far in the 2022-23 season due to an inadvertent eye poke early on. Despite the injury, Garland has averaged 23.6 PPG and 7.8 APG on the season, and the Cavaliers sit at 9-6. In 2 out of his last 3 games, Garland has exploded for a 51- point performance against the Timberwolves and 41 points against the Magic. Garland seems to have found his rhythm once again, and the Cavaliers could be looking at a special season.

Honorable Mentions: Domantas Sabonis, Bol Bol

No. 11 – Trae Young

The No. 11 jersey is worn by some of the better players in the NBA this season. Despite his suspension this season by the Nets, Kyrie Irving had been one of the team’s most consistent players next to Kevin Durant. Irving was once again scoring at will and setting up his teammates for success regularly. DeMar DeRozan has also been pretty good this season as the Bulls limp to a 6-10 start. Also, with the No. 11, Jalen Brunson has gotten off to a spectacular start in his new home with the New York Knicks.

One player that dons the No. 11 has stood out above the rest, and it has been that way for a few seasons now. Trae Young is coming off a 2021-22 campaign that saw him lead the NBA in total points and total assists. Young has picked up right where he left off, averaging 26.9 PPG and 9.3 APG through 14 contests this season. Young has the Hawks looking as good or even better than the 2021 seasons that saw them make a run to the Eastern Conference Finals. Whether this Hawks team can repeat that success again remains to be seen, but Trae Young will be at the center of it.

Honorable Mentions: Kyrie Irving, DeMar DeRozan, Jalen Brunson

No. 12 – Ja Morant

There are currently 15 players that wear No. 12 in the NBA but only one who has a case to be considered a Top 10 or even Top 5 player right now. The No. 12 is worn by guys like Tobias Harris, who has done a decent job in Philadelphia so far in 2022-23. De’Andre Hunter has also been terrific for the Atlanta Hawks so far this season and has become a reliable option for them after a few injury-filled seasons.

The best player that wears No. 12 right now by far, however, is Ja Morant. Over the past 2 seasons, Morant has been one of the best players in basketball. He attacks the rim with zero fear and is among the best guards in the NBA at scoring in the paint. In 2022-23, Morant has Memphis once again as a formidable threat in the West and is averaging 28.6 PPG, 6.2 RPG, and 7.1 APG. Morant has once again faced the critics who called for a drop-off in performance and proved them wrong.

Honorable Mentions: Tobias Harris, De’Andre Hunter

No. 13 – Paul George

The No. 13 is worn, but just 13 players in the NBA in 2022-23, and a few of them coil dethrone Paul George for the top spot in the near future. Jaren Jackson Jr. is the anchor of Memphis’ defense and forming a polished offensive game over the past 2 seasons. He led the NBA in blocks in 2021-22 but started the year injured and has appeared in just 2 games so far in 2022-23. Bam Adebayo is another player who could have been chosen here. Adebayo has been one of the most versatile defensive players in basketball over the last 2 seasons and still is able to produce 19.1 PPG on the other end.

Over the past decade, no player who has worn the No. 13 has been better on both ends of the court than Paul George. He is among the NBA’s best shot-creators and pure three-level scorers. George is once again showing that in 2022-23 with 23.6 PPG, 6.0 RPG, 4.3 APG, and 1.6 SPG. The Clippers have struggled a bit out of the gate in 2022-23 when many had them as preseason title contenders. If anyone can right the ship, it is Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. At 10-7, there is still plenty of time to maneuver through the standings.

Honorable Mentions: Bam Adebayo, Jaren Jackson Jr.

No. 14 – Brandon Ingram

Just 11 players for the 2022-23 season have taken the court with the No. 11 on their backs. The NBA’s reigning Sixth Man of the Year, Tyler Herro, is one of them as he enjoys his 4th season down in Miami with the Heat. Herro is currently averaging 19.6 PPG and 6.4 RPG for the Heat as they try and get back to the Eastern Conference Finals and beyond in 2022-23. The player we have chosen to represent the No. 14 has been slightly better over the past 2 months.

Brandon Ingram’s breakout began in 202 with his first All-Star selection. Since that time, Ingram has been a consistent 20.0 PPG scorer and a major contributor to the Pelicans’ success. Ingram has missed 4 out of 16 games this season for New Orleans. At just 25 years old, Ingram has averaged 21.2 PPG, 5.3 RPG, and 4.5 APG for the 9-7 Pelicans. There are high hopes for New Orleans with Ingram as one of their core players, along with Zion Williamson and CJ McCollum.

Honorable Mention: Tyler Herro

No. 15 – Nikola Jokic

Believe it or not, the No. 9 jersey is worn by just 9 players in 2022-23. Only 1 player deserves the title of the best to wear it, and that is the back-to-back MVP, Nikola Jokic. Other than Jokic, only 2 players are worth mentioning for the No. 15. Clint Capela has been one of the best rebounders in basketball since arriving in Atlanta to play with the Hawks. In 2022-23, Capela is right back toward the top of that list with 11.8 RPG. Davion Mitchell has also been one of the better young players with the Sacramento Kings over the last 2 years, and his swarming defense has earned him the nickname “Off Night.”

There can only be one chosen to represent the No. 15, and that has to be Nikola Jokic. Coming off back-to-back MVP seasons, Jokic and the Nuggets have had a load of expectations placed on their shoulders. Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. have returned healthy once again, and with their return comes relief for Jokic, who has carried the team for 2 seasons. In 2022-23, the Nuggets sit at 9-6 through 15 games, and Jokic is leading the way with 20.8 PPG, 9.5 RPG, and 8.9 APG.

Honorable Mentions: Clint Capela, Davion Mitchell

No. 16 – Caleb Martin

Just 6 NBA players are suiting up for the 2022-23 season wearing the No. 16. To be truthful, the number sixteen hasn’t been that well represented in 2022-23. The most recognized names are James Johnson, who is in the final stages of his long career, Cedi Osman, who is coming off the bench for the Cavaliers, and Caleb Martin, who is the Miami Heat’s starting small forward. The rest is rounded out by guys who have gotten less than 5 minutes of playing time so far this season.

Caleb Martin has had the best production out of everyone that has worn the No. 16 so far this season. He is currently averaging 9.2 PPG, 4.8 RPG, and 2.0 APG. He has started 15 out of 16 games for Miami, who are struggling out of the gate to begin 2022-23. Martin has cracked the starting lineup one year after appearing in 60 games for Miami, 48 of which came off the bench. Don’t be surprised if you see the Heat make a major move before the trade deadline and Martin’s name involved in those talks.

Honorable Mentions: Cedi Osman, James Johnson

No. 17 – Jonas Valanciunas

Just 10 players have chosen the No. 17 to wear for the 2022-23 NBA season. Of those 10 players, a few have begun to make their mark in the league and for their respective teams. Rookie Shaedon Sharpe has made a nice impression on Portland and their fans, coming off the bench for one of the best teams in the West to start the season. Onyeka Okongwu has been a nice piece for the Atlanta Hawks as well off the bench, as has P.J. Tucker for the 76ers.

Our choice today has become one of the most underrated players in the league who puts up big numbers in big spots. Jonas Valanciunas has added many new facets to his games over the years, but none have been better than the way he crashes the boards on both ends of the court. After getting off to a hot start in 2022-23, Valanciunas has slowed in production a bit, but I expect that to turn around quickly. He is currently averaging 13.4 PPG and 9.1 RPG for the 9-7 Pelicans.

Honorable Mentions: Shaedon Sharpe, P.J. Tucker, Onyeka Okongwu

No. 18 – Yuta Watanabe

Of all the jersey numbers that are represented in the NBA for 2022-23, the No. 18 has the slimmest competition for its best player. With just 6 players donning the number and none of them being among the NBA’s Top 100 players, there was a tough choice to be made. This decision truly came down to who is playing the best this season while wearing the number.

There has been no better No. 18 in 2022-23 than Yuta Watanabe. For the struggling Nets, there have been few bright spots as a new season of turmoil unfolds. One of the brightest spots for Brooklyn has been the play off the bench from Yuta Watanabe. Somehow, Watanabe has added an outside game to his arsenal and currently leads the NBA with a 55.6% shooting percentage from 3-point range. He is averaging 7.5 PPG and 2.9 RPG in 15 games off the bench for the Nets.

Honorable Mention: Shake Milton

No. 19 – Raul Neto

If you thought the choices for the No. 18 were slim, buckle up your seatbelts for No. 19. Just 3 players in the 222-23 season are wearing No. 19, and they aren’t exactly All-Stars. Chima Moneke has appeared in just 2 games so far for the Kings in 2022-23 and has received just 8 total minutes of playing time. In his 2nd year, Marko Simonovic has played in just 1 game for the Bulls with 2.0 minutes of playing time.

As for our selection, he isn’t exactly tearing up the court for extended periods of time, either. After 2 seasons with the Wizards, Raul Neto has found himself with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Neto has appeared in 9 games off the bench for Cleveland so far. He is averaging 3.2 PPG and 1.4 APG in those 9 games and has seen the floor for just 10.7 minutes on average. Neto doesn’t seem to have a long-term fit with the Cavaliers, and I can expect him to be on another team by the season’s end.

Honorable Mentions: Chima Moneke, Marko Simonovic

No. 20 – John Collins

No. 20 is represented in 2022-23 by 10 different players. Of these 10 players, only one has been an All-Star in their career, but all are far from that form currently. Gordon Hayward currently has better numbers than the selection we have made today in John Collins. Hayward is averaging 16.9 PPG, 4.4 RPG, and 4.4 APG. Unfortunately for him, he has missed 5 games already, and the Hornets are one of the worst teams in basketball at 4-10.

John Collins, on the other hand, has been a heavily impactful player for the Atlanta Hawks so far in 2022-23. The stat sheet won’t jump out at you, but the intangibles he has vastly improved upon are shining through. Collins has started all 16 games for the Hawks, who currently sit at 10-6 and 3rd in the Eastern Conference. In 16 games, Collins is averaging 12.4 PPG, 7.9 RPG, and 1.3 BPG.

Honorable Mention: Gordon Hayward

No. 21 – Joel Embiid

There are 14 players who currently wear the No. 21 in the NBA, and none have been better than Joel Embiid. Embiid, over the past 2 seasons, has been one of the very best players in basketball, and it has spilled over into 2022-23 as well. The only player who can even be mentioned in the same breath as Embiid with the No. 21 is Jrue Holiday. Even then, it almost feels wrong to put those 2 together, considering all the ways that Embiid has and can take over games.

Embiid is coming off one of the best performances of his career on November 13th vs. the Jazz. Embiid recorded 59 points, 11 rebounds, 8 assists, and 7 blocks in a big win. For the season, Embiid is once again averaging over 30.0 PPG one year after winning the scoring title. After finishing 2nd the last 2 seasons in the MVP race, Embiid seems like a man on a mission to claim what should be his. Can it possibly end in a championship this time?

Honorable Mention: Jrue Holiday

No. 22 – Jimmy Butler

The No. 22 contains a solid list of players that made our selection a difficult one. Jimmy Butler has been far and away the best No. 22 in the league for quite some time now, but to start the 2022-23 season has been a different story. Desmond Bane of the Memphis Grizzlies has been off to a red-hot start and is soon to take on a bigger role with the injury to Ja Morant. Deandre Ayton has also been great for the Phoenix Suns despite an offseason filled with uncertainty for the 4th year big man.

Those players have been great for their respective teams, but only one is a Top 15 player in the NBA right now, and that’s Jimmy Butler. The Heat have gotten off to a rocky 7-9 start to the season, but Butler has been his usual impactful self. Butler is currently averaging over 20.0 PPG for the 3rd season in a row and had added 6.6 RPG and 6.1 APG. His defense gets underestimated at times, but is not something that should be taken for granted. His heart and the intensity he plays the game with are nearly unmatched in today’s NBA. For that, Jimmy Butler is our pick for the best player to wear No. 22.

Honorable Mentions: Desmond Bane, Deandre Ayton

No. 23 – Lauri Markkanen

Has there been a more exciting or surprising storyline than Lauri Markkanen and the Utah Jazz so far during the 2022-23 season? The answer is a resounding no. The No. 23 is such an iconic number due to the likes of Michael Jordan and LeBron James. Currently, only 14 players are weathering the number, and a few do deserve some recognition. Fred VanVleet is one of the better point guards in basketball but has struggled with injury early in the season. Draymond Green probably would have been our selection last season at this time, but both he and the Warriors are underperforming.

Then there is Markkanen. His jump to a breakout season started this summer when he played for his home country Finland in the FIBA World Championships. Markkanen carried that success over to the beginning of the season, and Jazz fans are elated. Currently, Markkanen is averaging 22.3 PPG and 8.4 RPG on 54.4% shooting from the field. The Jazz own the best record in the Western Conference through 18 games at 12-6. For a team that was thought to be tanking this season, Markkanen may have put those thoughts to rest early on in the season.

Honorable Mentions: Fred VanVleet, Draymond Green

No. 24 – Buddy Hield

The No. 24 is also an iconic jersey number throughout NBA history but mainly because of one man named Kobe Bryant. In 2022-23, there are 12 NBA players wearing No. 24, and only a few deserve some mention here. Dillon Brooks has returned healthy to the Memphis Grizzlies this season and is providing a spark on defense while averaging over 15.0 PPG. Other role players like Devin Vassell and Cam Thomas have also enjoyed great starts to 2022-23 but fall just shy of our selection, Buddy Hield.

Since being traded to the Pacers last season, it seems that Buddy Hield has tapped into an entirely new part of his game. He has been much better off of the dribble and creating his own opportunities. Of course, the 3-point shooting is still there, as well as Hield is shooting 40.3% from beyond the arc on 4.0 attempts so far in 2022-23. He is averaging 18.0 PPG and 4.9 RPG for the Pacers, who surprisingly have a 9-6 record and sit at 5th in the Eastern Conference.

Honorable Mentions: Dillon Brooks, Cam Thomas

No. 25 – Mikal Bridges

For the No. 25, there are 17 players who don the number on the back of their jerseys and a few that sit in the same tier as far as player rankings go for the 2022-23 season so far. For this selection, it all comes down to what you value, and with Mikal Bridges, it is clear that we value a lot. Jakob Poeltl of the Spurs certainly has a case to be made here but has tapered off in production as of late. I would like to also give recognition to Chris Boucher, who has been brilliant off the bench in Toronto to begin the year.

Our selection for the No. 25 goes to the runner-up for Defensive Player of the Year in 2021-22, Mikal Bridges. The NBA’s iron man has missed no games for the Suns since coming into the NBA and has provided everything that has been asked of him and more. With his length and speed, Bridges has become a nightmare for some of the NBA’s top scorers over the first 15 games of the year on defense. He has also been a solid option on offense, averaging 15.9 PPG and 5.5 RPG with a true shooting of 65.0%.

Honorable Mentions: Chris Boucher, Jakob Poeltl

No. 26 – Spencer Dinwiddie

The number 26 is not widespread throughout the NBA at all. As a matter of fact, just 3 players have suited up for action wearing No. 26 so far in the 2022-23 season. The first of these 3 players is Justise Winslow of the In his 8th NBA season, Winslow is in his first full season with Portland and has been mainly coming off the bench for them in 2022-23, averaging 6.9 PPG. The other player who wears No. 36 and is not our pick is Dominick Barlow of the Spurs. The rookie small forward has been on the court for 2 games so far this season and is pretty much buried on the bench for now.

Our selection of the No. 26 has to be Spencer Dinwiddie of the Dallas Mavericks. Finally having a chance to start with the departure of Jalen Brunson this offseason, Dinwiddie has taken full advantage of the situation and even more than he did after the trade last year. So far in 2022-23, Dinwiddie has started 15 games for the Mavs and averages 17.5 PPG and 4.9 APG. He is shooting 42.9% from 3 and has a true shooting percentage of 59.9%. Dinwiddie will be vital to any success that Dallas hopes to have in 2022-23.

Honorable Mentions: Justice Winslow, Dominick Barlow

No. 27 – Rudy Gobert

Just 6 players in the 2022-23 season wear the No. 27, and only 3 of them have a case to be considered the best. Jamal Murray was welcomed by media and fans alike back to the court as he returned to action after missing all 0f 2021-22 with a knee injury. He has taken time to adjust back to the game, as he is averaging numbers across the board at a lower output than his sophomore season. For the Portland Trail Blazers, Jusuf Nurkic has gotten off to a decent start, averaging a double-double with 13.4 PPG and 10.2 RPG, so his name was considered as well.

However, the best No. 27 in the NBA currently resides in Minnesota, and his name is Rudy Gobert. In his first season with the Timberwolves, Gobert and his teammates are adjusting to life on the court together amid the massive roster changes it took to bring him over from Utah. Currently, Gobert is still an elite interior defender, yet he is registering the lowest block total since his rookie season. We all know that his defense goes into more than just those numbers, though. If his shots altered or baskets challenged were counted, Gobert is Top 2. He is leading the NBA in rebounding as well, with 12.6 RPG to go along with his 13.7 PPG on offense.

Honorable Mentions: Jamal Murray, Jusuf Nurkic

No. 28 – Alperen Sengun

The No. 28 is also another rarity in the NBA, as just 3 NBA players have suited up with 28 across their jerseys. Second-Year center Charles Bassey wears No. 27 for the Spurs in 2022-23. He has appeared in 8 games for San Antonio so far and is averaging 6.1 PPG and 6.9 RPG in just 17.0 minutes of play. Isaiah Stewart of the Pistons has been good for the Pistons as well, but will miss the next 2-3 weeks with a toe injury. He was averaging 12.0 PPG and 9.3 RPG through 15 games before he went down.

Our pick for the best player to wear No. 27 is Alperen Sengun of the Houston Rockets. The 2nd-year big man took the offseason after his rookie campaign to work with Hakeem Olajuwon on his game, and it has shown. Sengun has started 11 of 14 games he has appeared in during 2022-23 and is averaging 15.6 PPG, 8.6 RPG, and 1.1 BPG. His production and game have significantly improved from his rookie year, and the buzz around him is real.

Honorable Mentions: Isaiah Stewart, Charles Bassey

No. 30 – Stephen Curry

The spot for No. 30 has belonged to the same man for the better part of the last decade. Stephen Curry has been far and away the best player to wear No. 30, perhaps in the history of the NBA, as he has gone on to win 4 championships, 2 MVP awards, and become the greatest shooter the game has ever seen. Don’t get me wrong, Julius Randle and Stephen’s brother Seth are pretty good, but no one is coming for Curry’s claim to the No. 30 anytime soon.

The Golden State Warriors have struggled out of the gate to open their championship defense in 2022-23. If it weren’t for the incredible play of Stephen Curry, they could possibly be the worst team in the NBA right now, record-wise. Once again, Curry has been lights out for a significant stretch to open the year, which includes 7 30-point games, 2 40-point games, and an incredible 50-point game against the Suns on November 16th. Curry is averaging 32.2 PPG on 52.8% shooting and 44.3% shooting from three.

Honorable Mentions: Julius Randle, Seth Curry

No. 31 – Jarrett Allen

For the No. 31, 6 NBA players are currently wearing the number across the league. For the way that Jarrett Allen has been playing over the last 2 seasons, he easily takes it home for the 2022-23 season. Max Strus has had a good season in Miami following his breakout season in 2021-22 and has entered his name into the discussion as the best No. 31. As it stands today, Allen holds a significant edge over him, though for his stellar play on both sides of the ball.

After his first All-Star season in 2021-22, Allen has gotten off to a similar start in 2022-23. Allen is averaging 14.5 PPG, 11.5 RPG, and 1.5 BPG on the seasons so far as the Cavs got off to the hottest start in basketball. His presence next to a talent like Evan Mobley, combined with Darius Garland and Donovan Mitchell, has made the Cavaliers a team to watch in 2022-23. Allen continues to anchor the interior defense for Cleveland at a high level and has put a clear distance between him and the others who wear No. 31.

Honorable Mention: Max Strus

No. 32 – Karl-Anthony Towns

The No. 32 is an integral part of NBA history due to players like Magic Johnson and Kevin McHale. In 2022-23, however, there are just 4 players who wear the 32 on their jerseys. Jeff Green, Otto Porter Jr., and Dean Wade are by no means bad basketball players, but the player who stands above them with the No. 32 is strides ahead.

Karl-Anthony Towns is one of the better centers in basketball. Headed into the season, many thought he was a Top 3 big in the game, considering his ability to stretch the floor and knock down perimeter shots. Despite the presence of Rudy Gobert in the middle, Towns is still getting his shots up and producing at a high level. Towns is averaging 21.3 PPG, 8.9 RPG, and 5.1 APG so far this season, but Minnesota is just 8-8 on the year.

Honorable Mentions: Jeff Green, Otto Porter Jr., Dean Wade

No. 33 – Kyle Kuzma

Three years ago, if you told me that we would have Kyle Kuzma ranked above guys like Myles Turner in 2022-23, I would have told you that you were crazy. Ever since his move to Washington with the Wizards, though, Kuzma has played great basketball and is emerging as a bright young star. Gary Trent Jr. and James Wiseman are 2 other No. 33’s that I thought would have big seasons as well, but it is Kuzma above them all.

The Washington Wizards are another surprise to begin the season, and it is well in part due to the play of Kyle Kuzma. Despite shooting just 30.6% from three, Kuzma is shooting 44.8% overall and averaging 18.5 PPG. The Wizards have started off with a 9-7 record through 16 games, while Kuzma has added 8.1 RPG, which is a career-high for him so far. The wizards will be able to truly contend if he, Bradley Beal, and Kristaps Porzingis can keep this level of play up for the remainder of the season.

Honorable Mentions: Myles Turner, Gary Trent Jr., James Wiseman

No. 34 – Giannis Antetokounmpo

The No. 34 has been etched in NBA history by the likes of Shaquille O’Neal and Hakeem Olajuwon. In 2022-23, another great big man has taken his seat right next to those legends in Giannis Antetokounmpo. Over the past few seasons, we have witnessed Giannis win MVP awards, Defensive Player of the Year awards, and an NBA championship. Once again in 2022-23, Giannis is on a path to a 3rd MVP and another shot at a ring.

The way Giannis has started 2022-23 is even more explosive than we predicted. He has the Bucks at 11-4 on the year behind amazing two-way play from the Greek superstar. He is averaging 29.5 PPG, 12.0 RPG, 5.3 APG, 1.0 SPG, and 1.2 BPG. He has once again stepped up in the absence of teammate Khris Middleton to bury doubts about their play without him. If Giannis wins another MVP and title this season, then his name next to the great big men in NBA history isn’t as blasphemous as you would think.

Honorable Mentions: Wendell Carter Jr., Jabari Walker

No. 35 – Christian Wood

Just 6 players are wearing No. 35 to begin the 2022-23 season. Only one has been on our radar this season, and that is Christian Wood of the Dallas Mavericks. When the news broke that Wood would be the Sixth Man for Dallas after they acquired him in the offseason, many wondered if it could work with such talent coming off the bench. He has answered those questions and then some with his performance so far this season.

From the outside looking in, it seems that Luka Doncic has been carrying the Mavs to a 9-6 record all by himself. That being said, Wood has done his fair share of work off the bench as well. In just over 25.0 minutes per game, Wood is averaging 17.7 PPG and 7.5 RPG for Dallas and has entered his name into the very early Sixth Man of the Year race. Wood takes the selection for No. 35 pretty handily in 2022-23.

Honorable Mentions: Marvin Bagley III, Isaac Okoro

No. 36 – Marcus Smart

Only one player represents the No. 36 in the NBA currently, and that is Marcus Smart of the Boston Celtics. Smart has been No. 36 since he came into the league in 2014-15. Smart is not as known for his offensive production as he is for his defensive effort. In 2021-22, Smart was named the Defensive Player of the Year, becoming the only point guard to do so aside from Gary Payton in 1996.

Smart has gotten off to another great start in 2022-23 with the Celtics as they sit atop the NBA at 13-3 on the season. Smart is playing all-world defense while averaging 11.4 PPG and 7.1 APG on offense. Smart is once again at the forefront of Boston’s perimeter defense and becoming a solid playmaker for the best offense in the game right now. The Celtics look as if they could once again head back to the NBA Finals.

Honorable Mention: None

No. 37 – Matt Ryan

Just as there is only one player to wear No. 36, that is also the case with No. 37 and Matt Ryan of the Los Angeles Lakers. After appearing in one game for Boston in 2022 and getting 5 minutes of playing time, Ryan headed back to work this offseason as a driver for DoorDash. He got the call from the Lakers just before the season and has appeared in 10 games already this year.

Ryan isn’t exactly having a standout season, but he already has his signature moment in L.A. In a game against the New Orleans Pelicans earlier this season, Ryan nailed a three-pointer at the buzzer to force overtime. The Lakers needed some sort of spark, and Ryan provided it that night. The Lakers currently sit at 4-10 on the year, struggling once again to start the 2022-23 season.

Honorable Mention: None

No. 40 – Ivica Zubac

The No. 40 is an interesting case considering only 5 players have it as their number for the 2022-23 season. Luke Kornet and Anthony Lamb have barely seen the floor at all this season, and Udonis Haslem hasn’t really seen the floor in 5 years. Harrison Barnes is an interesting case as the Kings look good to start the year, but Barnes’ numbers are downs considerably from 2021-22.

Our selection for No. 40 is purely based on 2022-23, and right now, it has to be Ivica Zubac of the Los Angeles Clippers. The Clippers happen to be struggling themselves as they deal with injury and a lack of depth off the bench. Aside from Paul George, the brightest spot for the Clippers has been Ivica Zubac in the middle. Zubac is currently averaging9.5 PPG and 11.1 RPG on the year.

Honorable Mentions: Harrison Barnes, Udonis Haslem

No. 41 – Kelly Olynyk

The No. 41 is represented by 6 players for the 2022-23 season, and the competition is stiff. Trey Lyles has been a great piece for the Spurs to start the year and has found a role that suits him perfectly there. Saddiq Bey is another No. 41 that is having a decent start to his season on a struggling Pistons team as well. Bey is averaging 14. 14.7 PPG and 4.8 RPG so far this year, but the Pistons are just 3-14.

Our selection today has to do with the highest impact on the most successful team. Kelly Olynyk has been exactly that for the Utah Jazz to start the year, as the Jazz sit atop the Western Conference standings. Olynyk is doing a little bit of everything so far this year, as he is averaging 12.3 PPG, 4.8 RPG, and 3.1 APG on the year. He has started all 18 games for them so far and is seeing just over 26.0 minutes per game of action.

Honorable Mentions: Trey Lyles, Saddiq Bey

No. 42 – Al Horford

The No. 42 is iconic across most other sports and has a few legends in NBA history that have worn the number with pride. In 2022-23, there are only 2 NBA players who wear the jersey, and both excel in their roles with their respective teams. Maxi Kleber of the Dallas Mavericks has slightly disappointed fans this year off the bench. He has appeared in just 13 games and is averaging 4.5 PPG and 3.6 RPG getting 24.6 minutes a night.

Al Horford has once again been the superior No. 42 for the 2022-23 season. Horford has started 13 games out of 16 for Boston so far and is once again making large impactful plays on both sides of the ball. Horford is averaging 11.5 PPG and 6.9 RPG so far this year as the Celtics hold on to the best record in the league at 13-3. Horford remains an ageless wonder for the Celtics, who have exceeded expectations in the absence of Robert Williams.

Honorable Mention: Maxi Kleber

No. 43 – Pascal Siakam

Coming off an All-NBA season in 2021-22, Pascal Siakam picked up right where he left off to begin the 2022-23 season. He has represented the No. 43, the best among the two other players that also wear the number even with the injury that has him sidelined for some time. The other 2 players are Justin Jackson of the Boston Celtics and Thanasis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks. Jackson has appeared in only 4 games for Boston this season, and Antetokounmpo has only appeared in 8 for the Bucks.

In his first 9 games of the 2022-23 season, Siakam averaged 24.8 PPG, 9.3 RPG, and 7.7 APG. He had shown even more improvement from the 2021-22 season, especially when it comes to his playmaking and passing. Siakam suffered an adductor injury during a game vs. the Mavericks earlier this season, and his timetable to return remains unknown. Expect the Toronto Raptors to be a sleeper team in the Eastern Conference for the remainder of the 2022-23 season.

Honorable Mentions: Justin Jackson, Thanasis Antetokounmpo

No. 44 – Bojan Bogdanovic

Throughout NBA history, the No. 44 has been worn by star guards such as Jerry West and Pete Maravich. In 2022-23, the No. 44 has a slim field of candidates to choose from as the best to wear the number. Four players, including Davis Bertans, Paul Reed, and Patrick Williams, all have the No. 44 embroidered on their jerseys but fall short of the production coming from Bojan Bogdanovic from the Detroit Pistons.

Currently, the Pistons have struggled mightily to begin the 2022-23 season. Bogdanovic has been one of the bright spots for a young and beat-up team less than 20 games into the season. Bogdanovic is averaging 20.5 PPG, 3.6 RPG, and 2.4 APG on 50.2% shooting. His scoring and his field goal percentage would be career-highs. With the injury to Cade Cunningham, look for Bogdanovic to take on a lot more of the offensive load for Detroit.

Honorable Mentions: Patrick Williams, Paul Reed, Davis Bertans

No. 45 – Donovan Mitchell

For the start of the 2022-23 season, Donovan Mitchell is among the Top 10 MVP candidates in his first season with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Mitchell has been the best player to wear No. 45 by far, as he has led Cleveland off to a hot start and a run toward the top of the East. The other players to wear No. 45 are Dalano Banton of the Toronto Raptors and Jericho Sims of the New York Knicks. Banton has been key as of late for the Raptors with the injury to Pascal Siakam.

Mitchell has played 4 levels above each of these players though, as he has the Cavaliers right in the mix of things early on in 2022-23. Mitchell is averaging 31.2 PPG, 4.5 RPG, and 5.8 APG on the season and is shooting the ball 50.2% overall and 41.1% from three-point range. Mitchell has been the Cavaliers’ best player alongside explosive backcourt teammate Darius Garland. The Cavaliers appear to be for real, and Mitchell is leading the charge in a new era for the franchise.

Honorable Mentions: Dalano Banton, Jericho Sims

No. 46. – John Konchar

The No. 46 has not been known to have been represented by any NBA legends in the history of the game. In 2022-23, the only player to wear No. 46 is John Konchar, a shooting guard with the Memphis Grizzlies. Konchar is in his 4th season with Memphis and has appeared in 15 games for them this season. This includes 7 starts which matches his total amount of starts from the 2021-22 season. Konchar is currently averaging a career-high 7.7 PPG and a career-high 6.0 RPG.

Honorable Mention: None

No. 50 – Aaron Gordon

Only 3 players for the 2022-23 season are wearing the No. 50 while they are in action. Jeremiah Robinson-Earl of the Oklahoma City Thunder is in his second season with the team and has already got 10 starts in 15 appearances so far. He is averaging 8.4 PPG and 4.2 RPG on the year. Cole Anthony is also wearing No. 50 and likely would be our selection here had he not gone down after just 4 games.

Instead, our selection is the only other player in the league to wear No. 50 and produce on a consistent basis, Aaron Gordon. In 2022-23, Gordon has been in the starting lineup for 13 of the Denver Nuggets’ 15 games and is averaging 14.5 PPG and 6.8 RPG. As the Nuggets had been dealing with injuries, Gordon has stepped up in a big way alongside Nikola Jokic to keep the Nuggets afloat. Look for Gordon to continue to thrive in his role with Denver as they pursue a trip well into the playoffs.

Honorable Mentions: Cole Anthony, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl

No. 51 – Boban Marjanovic

The No. 51 is represented by just 2 NBA players in the 2022-23 season. The first is Ryan Arcidiacono of the New York Knicks. Arcidiacono is in his 6th season of NBA service and 2nd with the New York Knicks. He has appeared in 4 games in 2022-23 and has accumulated 8 total minutes on the court. Our selection for the best player to wear No. 51 is Boban Marjanovic of the Houston Rockets. Boban has appeared in 6 games this season and is averaging 1.2 PPG and 1.0 RPG. Arcidiacono has not registered any points yet this season. The fan-favorite Marjanovic is in his 8th NBA season with his 6th different team.

Honorable Mention: Ryan Arcidiacono

No. 54 – Sandro Mamukelashvili

The No. 54 is worn by one man and one man only for the 2022-23 NBA season. Sandro Mamukelashvili is a 2nd-year big man out of Seton Hall. He has spent both years of his career with the Milwaukee Bucks. After appearing in 41 games in 2021-22, Mamukelashvili has appeared in 6 games off the bench for the Bucks so far this season. He has averaged 2.0 PPG and 1.2 RPG in his appearances, and his season-high came on November 16th against Cleveland when he scored 5 points in 7 minutes played.

Honorable Mention: None

No. 55 – Duncan Robinson

The No. 55 has been worn by NBA legends such as Jason “White Chocolate” Williams and Dikembe Mutombo. In 2022-23, No. 55 is worn by 5 players, with 3 of them worth mentioning to you. Darius Bazley has been a solid role player for the Thunder over the past 2 seasons and falls just shy of being our selection. Isaiah Hartenstein of the Knicks has also been an okay bench player for the Knicks over the last 2 seasons but also falls shy of being our selection.

For No. 55 today, we have decided to go with Miami Heat sharpshooter Duncan Robinson. Lately, Robinson has been struggling with a hand injury but is still enjoying himself so far this year. In 15 games off the bench for Miami, Robinson is averaging 6.3 PPG on 30.4% shooting from three-point range. Although his minutes have dwindled over the years, Robinson does serve a purpose for Miami.

Honorable Mentions: Darius Bazley, Isaiah Hartenstein

No. 67 – Taj Gibson

The No.67 is represented by one player during the 2022-23 season, and that is Wizards big man Taj Gibson. In his 14th season of NBA play, Gibson has looked like Father Time is winning the battle between the two. Gibson has seen minimal action on the year for the surging Washington Wizards, and it seems there may not be room to find him any time on the court either. In 7 appearances for the Wizards this season, Gibson is averaging 2.1 PPG and 2.0 RPG off the end of the bench.

Honorable Mention: None

No. 77 – Luka Doncic

Much like many of the high numbers that you see in the NBA, only one player owns the rights to No. 77. It just so happens that the player we are speaking about is one of the best players in basketball. Luka Doncic has shown over the past few seasons just how special of a player he is, smashing records and ascending to new heights almost daily. Doncic is an early-season MVP favorite, carrying the Mavericks to playoff contention as it stands right now when without him, they might be in the sweepstakes for Victor Wembanyama.

Coming off a season in which we saw Doncic carry the Mavericks to the Western Conference Finals, many thought there was no way Doncic and the Mavs could repeat that success. So far, in 2022-23, Doncic has shown that he can and will lead the Mavericks once more if he has to. Luka is currently leading the NBA with his 34.3 PPG and has added 9.1 RPG and 8.1 APG as well. The Mavs currently sit at 9-6, which is tied for 5th in the Western Conference. Dallas fans everywhere have one man to thank for their early-season success.

Honorable Mention: None

No. 88 – Goga Bitadze

Every number from here on out is owned by one player and one player only. The No. 88 is held by Goga Bitadze of the Indiana Pacers for the 2022-23 season. Bitadze is a 4th-year big for the Pacers, who have seen his playing time drop over the past 2 seasons. He appeared in just 50 games in 2021-22 and is off to a similar start in 2022-23. In 9 games off the bench for the Pacers in 2022-23, Bitadze is averaging 4.0 PPG and 3.0 RPG in 11.9 minutes of action. With the depth at the power forward and center positions for Indiana, look for Bitadze to continue to struggle to find more time on the court.

Honorable Mention: None

No. 91 – Blake Griffin

Once an All-Star and All-NBA player, Blake Griffin has found himself with his 3rd team in as many seasons in 2022-23. Griffin is now at the end of the rotation with the Boston Celtics but has made 2 starts so far as well. Griffin is averaging 3.4 PPG and 2.9 RPG in 11.1 minutes of play. Griffin is looking to lose playing time rather than gain it as the Celtics prepare to bring back Robert Williams at some point. At just 33 years old, it may seem like Blake Griffin could make Boston the final stop in his NBA career.

Honorable Mention: None

No. 95 – Juan Toscano-Anderson

After 3 seasons with the Golden State Warriors, Juan Toscano-Anderson signed a free-agent deal with the Lakers this past offseason. Toscano-Anderson was a member of the 2022 NBA champion Warriors with very minimal time for them off the bench. Things seem to be going the same way for him in 2022-23 with Los Angeles, as he has appeared in only 10 games so far. In 12.3 minutes of play, Toscano-Anderson is averaging 2.6 PPG and 2.1 RPG for the team. Despite all of their struggles, the Lakers still don’t seem to trust him on the court at this point.

Honorable Mention: None

No. 97 – Eugene Omoruyi

The last and final number represented by an NBA player this season is No. 97. Omoruyi is in his second season in the NBA after attending both Rutgers University and Oregon in college. He spent his rookie season with the Mavericks and appeared in just 4 games for them last season. This year, he has already gotten more of a chance with the Oklahoma City Thunder to begin the 2022-23 season. Omoruyi has played in 6 games for the Thunder so far and is averaging 7.2 PPG and 2.0 RPG in 11.5 minutes on the court. Only time will tell what his future will be with the Thunder or any other team, but he has certainly made the most of the opportunities afforded to him in 2022-23. 

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