D-Ham in the postseason: 18.2 PPG, 10.8 RPG, 4.4 APG on 39/30/83 splits (6 free throw attempts per game), 1.4 TO/G
Yes, the team struggled for most of the season, and D-Ham was a major reason why. But they also kind of put it together down the stretch, and it was clear D-Ham was making a leap.
I tend to think some people are rationalizing their optimism for next years team by emphasizing his periods of poor play. I don't see it that way - he was inefficient, yes, but he was inefficient in a way that could be managed, and most importantly, supported by a great defense.