The "evil" younger sister whose elaborate pranks on her brothers provided the show’s most consistent comedic tension. Why It Worked: The "Odd Couple" Chemistry
However, the romantic heart of the show belonged to Josh and his on-again-off-again girlfriend, Mindy Crenshaw (Allison Scagliotti). Mindy was arguably Josh’s intellectual superior, and their rivalry-turned-romance gave the show surprising emotional depth. While Drake cycled through girls with comedic ease, Josh’s relationship with Mindy taught the audience that being a "nerd" didn't mean you couldn't get the girl.