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UConn’s comeback over Duke was a masterclass in pressure - Dan Hurley’s manic sideline energy and a synchronized trap press forced a late-game turnover, culminating in a 38-foot miracle shot to seal the game.
“He just basically wouldn't let them quit. But I felt like that, first of all, I don't know why every college team doesn't press.”
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SGA’s MVP case rests on historic efficiency and team success - leading the Thunder to a wire-to-wire top seed while shooting 55% as a guard puts Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in the same statistical stratosphere as Michael Jordan or Magic Johnson.
“SGA should be the MVP. He proved it again today. Are we just bored? What's your take on this SGA vs. Wemby thing?”
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Wembanyama’s minutes restriction is a historical dealbreaker for MVP - despite his historic defensive impact, there is no precedent for an MVP playing under 30 minutes per game or trailing the leader by 350 total minutes.
“There's just no precedent for somebody playing 29 minutes a game, playing about 67, 68 games and winning the MVP. And that's where we'd be with Wemby.”