I noticed that in a lot of SRL fights. The commentators loved him as did the judges in that second fight with Hearns when he somehow got a draw.
Duran could do anything on the inside offensively and defensively and his jab was a pawing jab used as bait rather as a weapon. You should watch the first video I put up above. It pretty much explains it. I respect your opinion but have to disagree strongly that Ward would deal with Duran p4p. Past prime Duran could competitively hang with prime Hagler for for 15 rounds relying purely on ring craft and skill as his speed and reflexes had faded. The very best of Duran just has too much for Ward to deal with imo.