Charlotte Hornets center Cody Zeller has had an odd three years in the NBA. Miscast as a stretch power forward he struggled to find a place in the rotation and the bottom of the net. Last season, due to a shakeup in the frontcourt, Zeller was forced into the center position and suddenly, unexpectedly began to thrive. His quickness and agility allowed him to get by less athletic centers on offense and occasionally switch on defense effectively. Zeller has his eyes firmly set on this season, his first with his role on the team firmly set.

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