To be transparent, i think Nate Dogg deserves only third credit for the Pacers success this season. Oladippo took his game up three levels, and he did so because Russ taught him what it takes.

That said, Nate did what he always does: adjust how his team plays to fit the talent. He doesn’t get NEAR enough credit for this. Oladippo is thriving because he’s the focal point of the offense, to Nate’s credit. I have him in the top 3 for COTY with Casey and Stephens.