There is only one player in the conference averaging more than five assists per game, and only five other guys averaging more than four per game. You scoff at five assists (off the bench, no less) like it's nothing - it shows you don't actually follow the sport.
I haven't seen anyone say he's going to "turn the season around" - nice strawman. That doesn't mean he isn't worth getting excited about.
Also just as important NO Turnovers