Ryan (LA) What could possibly be your argument against Rose as MVP OTHER than PER? John Hollinger (2:10 PM) You mean, besides the fact we’re giving it to the key offensive player on the league’s 15th-best offense, when the story of the team’s surprise season has been their top-rated defense, and he’s been the worst defender on the team in terms of plus-minus … for the second time in three years? Must just be my irrational hater bias at work again.