Walter Herrmann, Bobcats This 6-9 forward with the distinctive blond ponytail already has as many Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month awards (one) as his more celebrated teammate Morrison. Herrmann took home the honors for March after he averaged 18.7 points, 6.0 rebounds and 2.3 assists while shooting 62.5 percent from the field. His best effort might have come in a 108-100 OT win against the Cavs on March 20, when he had 29 points -- including a key three-pointer late in the overtime - and 10 boards.
Herrmann, who signed with Charlotte as a free agent, was buried on the bench early in the season. The 27-year-old finally got his break due to injuries in the Bobcats' frontcourt, and quickly made the most of it with his physical defense and solid overall play. Herrmann, who played with Manu Ginobili, Fabricio Oberto and Nocioni as a member of Argentina's national team, says he just needed some time to adjust to a new language and culture.