No Dunks How Many MVPs Will Wemby Win?
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Apr 2, 2026 They debate whether the Hawks or Rockets are likelier to pull a first-round upset. They argue how many MVPs Wembanyama might win and weigh durability and voter fatigue. They relive the Celtics' 53-point opening quarter and the Raptors' embarrassing loss to the Kings. They cover the Blazers' $100k fine, Brandon Clarke's arrest, quirky NBA records, Coach of the Year takes, and listener mailbag hypotheticals.
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Hawks' Defensive Turnaround Fuels Upset Potential
- The Atlanta Hawks' recent form makes them likeliest among the two to upset in the first round due to improved defense and turnover generation.
- Since March 1 they shifted from 14th to 3rd in defense and now force turnovers that disrupt opponents like Cleveland.
Rockets' Assist Spike Signals Offensive Cohesion
- Houston's offense improved with better ball movement and spacing after Alperen and Shengun returned, shown by multiple 30‑assist games.
- Over the last nine games their assist ratio climbed to top‑10 levels, aiding cohesion versus quality opponents.
Wembanyama Is Built For Multiple MVPs
- Victor Wembanyama projects as a multi‑MVP talent because he pairs elite defense with rapidly improving offensive volume and efficiency.
- Since Feb 1 he’s averaged ~28 PPG in 30 minutes, had back‑to‑back 40+15 games, and led Spurs to a 10‑game streak dominated by him.