false9's 2015-2016 Awards Ballot

[false9]

Some people say sunlight is the best disinfectant (I myself prefer bleach). In the spirit of full disclosure and to foster civil discourse, I present my ballot for the vote eligible awards. Save your "I'M NEVER VOTING FOR YOU OR THE MAGIC" comments till the end.

GM of the Year

1. PaulyP
2. Inner_GI
3. Wignosy

There were a lot of worthy candidates in this category, all impressive in their own right. But PaulyP's work stands out the brightest. Written off by many (myself included), the Pacers won 61 games, besting the preseason favorites like the Bulls and Bucks to win the Central.

Inner_GI turned around the Knicks with a 27 win improvement and winning the Atlantic. He's got a good mix of talent across the board, anchored by Jokic. Sadly, he's likely out for the playoffs, but this shouldn't mar the fine year the Knicks have had.

Wig landed Rookie of the Year Daniel Randle with the 19th pick. He bought low and sold high, landing James Harden and Draymond Green. For what was a tax reset year, 56 wins is pretty damn good.

6th Man of the Year

1- Nate Robinson
2- Ramon Sessions
3- Anthony Morrow

It's rare to see a true sixth man win this award- often it's given to a bench player who is a de facto starter based on minutes played. Not in Nate Robinson's case. In 25.7 minutes per game, he averaged 17.3 points and had a career high 21.9 PER. The Hawks would have been a lot worse without him.

Ramon Sessions had a reduced role this year with the Bulls, but still had a productive year with a 16.9 PER and A/T rate of 2.48. The Yin of Sessions to the Yang of Pat Beverley gave the Bulls the perfect point guard pair.

Anthony Morrow shot decent from deep. We also hear he's a mentor to Buddy Pedraza. Good job keeping him away from that nightlife, Anthony.

Most Improved Player

1- Jeremy Lin
2- Klay Thompson
3- Russell Westbrook

It's hard to pick out of this group- these three had huge leaps in productivity. But picking players who are perennial all stars and known franchise players to win this award seemed to be against the spirit of it. With that in mind, it's no coincidence that the Knicks' ascendence this year coincided with Jeremy Lin's. Career highs in PPG, PER, EWA, a solid A/T of 3.04 won my vote.

In spite a rough training camp, Klay Thompson had career year. His PER leapt 5.2 points from his career best, increased his scoring in fewer minutes, and kept a TS% above .600. He has a better case for All League, but that's a story for another column.

Westbrook is (3rd)Bestbrook- breaking the single season record for triple doubles and a gaudy 26.2 PER paired with a career high 24.6 ppg is most impressive. But being a four time all star and All League twice means you're already on the map.

[Inner_GI]

So curious how the Pacers had a 53 win season last year and were "written off" I've seen that come up a couple times.

[IamQuailman]

So curious how the Pacers had a 53 win season last year and were "written off" I've seen that come up a couple times.

Because Pauly historically falls off a cliff after the first few sims lol (no offense Pauly <3). Also franchise best record, league best record in a fairly competitive lump of teams. Again not taking anything from you at all. It was neck and neck, and any other year (or if Pauly had faultered any towards the end) you would have been #1 for me.

[JNR]

Yeah, Logan. You obviously had a great season, but you have to recognize that Pauly's season takes the cake. It's like 2011 where Brees had perhaps his best year but that's the same year Rodgers went god mode and the Pack went 15-1. It's not an offense to you at all.

[Inner_GI]

I disagree, but I can only cast my votes, and campaign for myself.

Also you can claim 5 points.