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nba-stats-mcp

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get_season_awards

Retrieve major NBA award winners for a specific season, including MVP, Rookie of the Year, and Defensive Player of the Year.

Instructions

Major award winners for a season (MVP, etc.).

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
seasonNo

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
resultYes
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden for behavioral disclosure. It only states the overall function but does not mention any side effects, authorization needs, or return format. The tool is likely read-only, but this is not explicit.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness4/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is concise (single sentence) and front-loaded with the core purpose. However, it could be slightly expanded to cover parameter details without losing conciseness.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness2/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the absence of annotations and low schema coverage, the description is insufficiently detailed. It fails to explain the season parameter format or default behavior, and does not leverage the available output schema to reduce description burden. The tool is simple, but completeness is lacking.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters2/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The sole parameter 'season' has 0% schema description coverage. The tool description mentions 'for a season' but provides no details on format, allowed values, or the effect of leaving it null (default). It adds little beyond the parameter name.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool retrieves major award winners for a season, with examples like MVP. It differs from sibling get_player_awards which targets individual player awards. However, it could be more explicit about the scope of awards included.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description offers no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., get_player_awards, get_leaders). It does not specify context or prerequisites for usage.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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