Can Monta Ellis get some love?  The man is a human highlight-reel, and is instant offense, especially in the open court.  With his 19.3 points a game, 4.6 rebounds per game, and 53.3% shooting, you could even make a case for Ellis to repeat as the most improved player of the year.  

• 06-07 Stats
• 16.5 ppg- 3.2 rpg-4.1 apg- 47.5% shooting
• 07-08 Stats
• 19.3 ppg-4.6 rpg- 3.7 apg- 53.3% shooting

Again, Monta has greatly improved, I’m not saying he should be the most improved player, but he certainly makes a strong case, and if you have seen any Warriors games this year, Ellis is that spark and energy that the Warriors thrive off of.  When he gets the ball on the fast break, it’s basically a guaranteed layup, or at least foul shots.  He attacks the rim with such quickness and finesse, he’s just too hard to stop.  I’m going to go ahead and say that Ellis is one of the top ten finishers in the league.   Monta’s emergence this year was crucial to the Warriors, due to the fact that Jason Richardson was traded this off-season.   His pull-up midrange jumper is basically unguardable since the defenders are so worried about his driving ability.  It’s hard to believe that he is still an under-the-radar type of player, hopefully in the playoffs he can get some exposure, and people will realize the talent that Monta possesses.  

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