Best player in March in the East, and principal architect of the qualification of Charlotte for the play-offs, Al Jefferson was elected Player of The Week in the conference. The teammate of Congolese Bismack Biyombo shot 24.3 points and 13 rebounds last week. Over the period, the Bobcats have won their four games.

This is the second time this season that Big Al wins the title of best player of the week. He succeeds the Magic interior Niko Vucevic.

Another interior to honor the West. The powerful forward Dirk Nowitzki of Dallas with 25.3 points and 8 rebounds per game is crowned for the first time this season.His current performances allow Mavericks (7th Conference) to remain in contention for the play-offs. The German succeeds Tim Duncan.