The Athletic NBA Daily Shai vs. Wemby for MVP?
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Mar 31, 2026 Tony Jones, veteran NBA reporter who covers the 76ers, talks Philly's loss to Miami and Joel Embiid's limited mobility post-injury. He breaks down how Miami's pace exposed fatigue, Philly's half-court struggles and late-game choices. Conversation also covers Paul George's rotation, playoff seeding urgency, and why the Knicks might be a preferable matchup for Philadelphia.
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Shorthanded Pistons Battle Thunder With Physicality
- The Pistons showed surprising physicality and depth against the Thunder despite being shorthanded.
- Detroit, missing four starters, mounted a comeback and relied on Asar Thompson plus role shooters Marcus Sasser and Dennis Jenkins to create scoring runs.
SGA's 47 Points Fueled Thunder Win
- Shea Gilgeous-Alexander carried OKC with relentless scoring and efficiency, finishing with 47 points on 19 shots.
- He scored 11 straight in the fourth, hit clutch free throws in OT, and drew a key offensive foul at the end of regulation.
Wemby Puts Up Video Game Numbers In Limited Time
- Victor Wembanyama produced a massive stat line in limited minutes: 41 points and 16 rebounds in 31 minutes.
- The Spurs blew out Chicago, and Wembanyama's efficiency and defensive impact fuel MVP conversation despite controlled minutes.