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Message: [QUOTE="Grad1990, post: 3046761, member: 7865"] ??? The stats don't support that conclusion. They are both better at some skills than is the other. They both make their teams better. Comparisons between the two are difficult because they play different positions. However, I do think Pheesa is the more consistent of the two, and more pro ready, while Ionescu is more dynamic. They are both going to start in the WNBA on day 1. It's too bad that all of the talk about Ionescu's triple doubles, an overrated stat at best, will taint the POY discussions. I do think it is a two horse race and that Ionescu will very likely get it. The media loves stories and Ionescu's triple doubles check that box. They are both great players. However, if you just take the basic stats; Points + rebounds + assists + steals + blocks - turnovers, then Pheesa has the clear advantage. The stats says that on average Pheesa contributes more to her team's output than does Ionescu. If you divide the total by minutes played, Pheesa is substantially ahead of Ionescu. That makes the triple doubles little more than eye candy. Congrats on Oregon State's win last night! They are going to be a very tough out in the tournament, and a team that UConn will not match up all that well with. [/QUOTE]