For everyone that made their way to 350 Grand Street last night, we've learned a few things. (1) There's no clearcut favorite to win it all this year; (2) The Rookie of the Year race could be even tighter than last year; and (3) The NRF beard game these days is looking like an extras audition for "Cold Case." But above it all, what we learned this week (again) is that Dan Solomito is a difference maker.

Rolling into the gym a little late didn't seem to phase Solomito one bit last night, as the big guy posted a double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds to go along with 2 blocks and 2 dimes. Whether it was from beyond the arc (2-of-4), in the lane (3-of-6) or from the stripe (6-8), D-Sol was dropping buckets. And most importantly, getting the W.