
Towns’ Playmaking Breakthrough, Mitchell’s Elevation, and a Postseason Fallout
Karl-Anthony Towns emerged as a playoff-ready playmaking hub for the Knicks, posting a high assist rate and a postseason-high 10 assists in the Hawks series; Ajay Mitchell boosted OKC with 22.5 points and 6 assists per game, easing questions about secondary creation; San Antonio Spurs fans enjoyed the Wembanyama era alongside Dylan Harper’s breakout; Rui Hachimura set a historic postseason shooting pace and becomes a prime free-agent target; off the court, Daryl Morey was fired by the Sixers, and Julius Randle’s efficiency slump against the Spurs capped a disappointing run.













