No Dunks The Drop | NBA x MLB Awards, Hornets Are For Real, Jokic Is Credited With Too Many Assists
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Mar 27, 2026 Baseball-themed NBA awards for offensive and defensive standouts across guards, wings, and bigs. A deep look at why the Charlotte Hornets suddenly feel playoff-ready. Debate over Nikola Jokic and whether he is credited with too many assists. Jalen Duren’s breakout growth and a standout 30/10/7 performance. Quick takes on NCAA upsets and midseason injury impacts.
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Peja's Son Contributes For Illinois
- J.E. Skeets mentions Peja Stojaković's son Andrei providing bench scoring for Illinois in the NCAA tournament.
- Peja attended the game and Andrei stepped up with a solid off-the-bench performance.
Hornets Win When Roles Align
- The Charlotte Hornets succeeded because every player embraced a clear role and maximized strengths, creating a cohesive, high-efficiency attack.
- Conk Niple, Brandon Miller, and LaMelo Ball combined spot shooting, downhill creation, and playmaking to overwhelm slower teams like the Knicks.
Cade's Absence Accelerates Duren's Growth
- Cade Cunningham's injury gave Jalen Duren and other Pistons role players a chance to expand offensively and gain playoff experience.
- Duren produced 30 points, 10 rebounds, and seven assists, showing growth as a modern two-way center.