Doesn't play like a rookie.

Jayson Tatum (26) passed two-time NBA champion and Finals MVP Isiah Thomas in playoff scoring last night.

He's No. 48 all-time now.

Al Horford passed Giannis for No. 56.

Jaylen Brown at No. 67 after moving ahead of Robert Horry and Gus Williams.

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Who would be the most decorated players if the NBA gave medals instead of rings?

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Naz Reid averaged 24.2 mpg per game this season.

Third-lowest mark among Sixth Men of the Year in NBA history.

Made a lot with limited time!

Who would be the most decorated players if the NBA gave medals instead of rings?

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If MVP of the Playoffs was a thing, Bill Russell, Michael Jordan and LeBron James would combine for 26 awards.

Our research:

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Cooper Flagg on being ready to be treated as a villain next season at Duke: “For sure, I really don’t care what anybody says.” Flagg talked with HoopsHype at the Nike Hoop Summit about his future and other things. hoopshype.com/lists/cooper-f…

For HoopsHype, 2025 NBA Draft Top-5 prospect Dylan Harper talks about his influence from his parents like NBA vet Ron Harper, NBA players he takes his game after, and more. hoopshype.com/lists/dylan-ha…

Remember that time Charles Barkley wanted to join Michael Jordan in Chicago?

FWIW: Tyrese Maxey is the first player to win MIP having averaged 20 ppg in the previous season.

So Most Improved Player After Being Pretty Good Already (MIPABPGA)?

THE GOAT SIXTH MEN 🐐

These are the players who have received 6MOY votes the most times.

There is clearly an archetype.

James Harden passed Michael Jordan in playoff assists last night.

He's No. 12 all-time now and only 11 away from Kobe Bryant.

Jason Kidd on Luka Doncic:

“He’s young. … He’s Benjamin Button. He’s going backwards. If you ask him, he’s going to tell you he can play 48.”

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander received Most Improved Player votes for the fourth time.

Not many players have accomplished that.