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LaMelo Ball wearing a wrist and hand compression support following the right wrist contusion that left him questionable before Monday’s game. Ball was ultimately cleared to play against Milwaukee and had 34 points in 33 minutes. (Jaylen Clark via Instagram)

One of these plays was credited an assist, the other wasn’t. Is it time the NBA had a serious word with its stat keepers? Because this happens DAILY, and it’s becoming a genuine problem. How can two virtually identical plays receive completely different statistical treatment? Assists are an important part of the game, particularly when it comes to player evaluation, records and contract incentives. These decisions can impact individual statistics, incentives and even how players are perceived. The inconsistency is ridiculous, and it’s about time the league addressed it. If the criteria is subjective, at least make sure it’s being applied consistently. Why isn’t this getting more attention?

Why is this given as a Laravia assist, but the above isn’t a Josh Hart assist? @nbastats @NBAShotAudit