As valuable as statistical analysis can be in the NBA, it's important to remember that numbers aren't randomly generated by a computer.
They're the product of humans playing on the court. To provide that context and understand the thinking behind the stats, ESPN Insider is sitting down with NBA players for Data Dialogues to discuss their games and their numbers.
Today, Minnesota Timberwolves guard Zach LaVine talks about how he improved during his rookie season, spending more time playing off the ball at shooting guard with the return of Ricky Rubio and addition of Tyus Jones, and how he's more than just a dunker.
1. Averaged 22.0 points per game in two games during the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, ranking him second in scoring.
Kevin Pelton: What are you trying to get out of playing this week in Las Vegas?