More Baldwin video. Also some Pat Spencer video. I feel like he's pretty much an afterthought when people discuss McClung and Williams for a roster spot but I don't know, neither of those guys have ever been the GOAT at a fairly popular sport.
> Eric Paschall says he thought about giving up basketball this summer before signing a 2-way with Wolves. Says Donovan Mitchell was constantly in his ear encouraging him to stay with it
I continue to be ridiculously excited about the trajectory for these 2022-2023 Warriors. They just seem so loaded.
I haven't seen a single projection that takes into account the potential growth of Moody, Wiseman, Kuminga, and Klay. It's always "is this going to be the years that age catches up with Steph and Dray?"
This feels like the year to blow the doors off the league with our unfathomably deep team, and to figure out who stays and who goes next summer.
Loving Looney’s attitude on a team full of good attitudes is nothing special here at the HQ. But here’s a quote from him this weekend about working with Wiseman. His eventual replacement. The Dubs better f’ing take care of Looney to the end of his days or I’m going to be pissed.
“We play the same position, same offense,” Looney said. “He can help me, I can help him. I kind of know the ins and outs of the offense. I know what Steph (Curry), Draymond (Green) are thinking out there. Jordan (Poole). I know where they want the big to be. I can share that knowledge that took years to learn. But once you get to experience it live, it makes it a lot easier.”
> Moses Moody enters training camp with a clear opportunity to grab a permanent rotation spot. There’s already a bit of buzz behind the scenes that he’s been looking great in recent weeks after a strong summer league. But Moody is maintaining a patient approach to the opportunity.
2) Crowder trade demand adds to the feeling that Phoenix might see the wheels come all the way off this year. Chris Paul is 38, Ayton is disgruntled, I don't believe Booker is that dude, and they got their asses whooped in *embarrassing* fashion to end last year. Now they're gonna lose an above average player at the NBA's hardest to fill position (big wing) because he doesn't wanna be there.
Well, it's been one day since camp opened, and I've been thinking Warriors most of the time, couldn't sleep last night, and generally my adrenaline level has been up all day (not so common when you're 62).
I'm probably going to need a straitjacket and a sippy cup by the time the season kicks off.
Sep 25, 2022·edited Sep 26, 2022Liked by Eric Apricot
Thanks for slipping my "Totally OT" comment in, EA!! Never imagined it would get more than a handful of likes.
Dill update:
He seems to be walking more easily today and not laboring with every step. And I think he finally ate a little bit this morning. I had suggested it several times but had never seen any sign that he had eaten. And another good sign from yesterday... since he was a kitten, when I go to the bathroom, he always "attends." Yesterday afternoon, he got up from his favorite afternoon sleeping spot to spend some time with me there.
This evening Dill unexpectedly jumped up on my lap and spent over 90 minutes there. Apparently, my 'give him a bit of lovin' and leave him be' policy was not enough. It had to have hurt when he finally jumped down.
Just saw the post about Dill. Hope you’re feeling better and so is the whole Dilly family. We need the Dill to be in tip-top shape for the long season ahead.
In a podcast hosted by The Athletic’s Tim Kawakami, Kerr revealed that he and GM Bob Myers were perplexed by the rumblings about Jonathan Kuminga’s alleged behavior. “I know there was that weird report that came out, I think Stephen A. Smith said something about [Kuminga], and honestly, Bob [Myers] and I when that came out, called each other and asked each other ‘where did that come from?’” Kerr said. “Because it made no sense, because JK’s been great, he’s done everything we’ve asked of him, he’s worked hard, I enjoy coaching him. He’s right where he needs to be and he’s gotta just keep getting better every day. But we’re very happy with his summer and everything he’s committed to.” 3 days ago – via Jedd Pagaduan @ Clutch Points
https://twitter.com/JDumasReports/status/1574593737241468928
More Baldwin video. Also some Pat Spencer video. I feel like he's pretty much an afterthought when people discuss McClung and Williams for a roster spot but I don't know, neither of those guys have ever been the GOAT at a fairly popular sport.
2 minute video of Baldwin shooting...and also not knowing how to do push ups (or perhaps just cheating).
https://twitter.com/JDumasReports/status/1574536432605007873
> Eric Paschall says he thought about giving up basketball this summer before signing a 2-way with Wolves. Says Donovan Mitchell was constantly in his ear encouraging him to stay with it
https://twitter.com/JonKrawczynski/status/1574498653544366103
Jordan Poole is about to get paid, and he's worth every penny for the Warriors ($): https://theathletic.com/3629773/2022/09/26/jordan-poole-contract-warriors/
Has there been a Gui Santos sighting yet? It's kind of odd ... he doesn't seem to be on the training camp roster.
Maybe he's not coming to the G-league this year after all.
I continue to be ridiculously excited about the trajectory for these 2022-2023 Warriors. They just seem so loaded.
I haven't seen a single projection that takes into account the potential growth of Moody, Wiseman, Kuminga, and Klay. It's always "is this going to be the years that age catches up with Steph and Dray?"
This feels like the year to blow the doors off the league with our unfathomably deep team, and to figure out who stays and who goes next summer.
Hope I'm right.
Loving Looney’s attitude on a team full of good attitudes is nothing special here at the HQ. But here’s a quote from him this weekend about working with Wiseman. His eventual replacement. The Dubs better f’ing take care of Looney to the end of his days or I’m going to be pissed.
“We play the same position, same offense,” Looney said. “He can help me, I can help him. I kind of know the ins and outs of the offense. I know what Steph (Curry), Draymond (Green) are thinking out there. Jordan (Poole). I know where they want the big to be. I can share that knowledge that took years to learn. But once you get to experience it live, it makes it a lot easier.”
MEDIA DAY!!! All the Interviews!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Ek1_GPDcOs
Warning: 1 hr and 40 minutes of Dubs' talking.
> Moses Moody enters training camp with a clear opportunity to grab a permanent rotation spot. There’s already a bit of buzz behind the scenes that he’s been looking great in recent weeks after a strong summer league. But Moody is maintaining a patient approach to the opportunity.
https://theathletic.com/3627904/2022/09/25/draymond-green-contract-warriors-notes/
Nothing like the training camp "bit of behind the scenes buzz" reports to build some hype.
1) funny twete: https://twitter.com/precision80/status/1574141886297686016?s=10&t=bxP0VjkufY4jlYsJgoYa3g
2) Crowder trade demand adds to the feeling that Phoenix might see the wheels come all the way off this year. Chris Paul is 38, Ayton is disgruntled, I don't believe Booker is that dude, and they got their asses whooped in *embarrassing* fashion to end last year. Now they're gonna lose an above average player at the NBA's hardest to fill position (big wing) because he doesn't wanna be there.
Any day Tom Brady loses is a good day
“I believe the best player in the world is Steph Curry.” Says Giannis Antetokounmpo. Because Steph’s team won the Finals.
https://twitter.com/TheWarriorsTalk/status/1574137891898261504?s=20&t=z1eWT0Vhp-au4QJYimaoFw
**
(BTW Giannis was voted Honorary Warrior with a 73% vote in the old system.)
Well, it's been one day since camp opened, and I've been thinking Warriors most of the time, couldn't sleep last night, and generally my adrenaline level has been up all day (not so common when you're 62).
I'm probably going to need a straitjacket and a sippy cup by the time the season kicks off.
Thanks for slipping my "Totally OT" comment in, EA!! Never imagined it would get more than a handful of likes.
Dill update:
He seems to be walking more easily today and not laboring with every step. And I think he finally ate a little bit this morning. I had suggested it several times but had never seen any sign that he had eaten. And another good sign from yesterday... since he was a kitten, when I go to the bathroom, he always "attends." Yesterday afternoon, he got up from his favorite afternoon sleeping spot to spend some time with me there.
This evening Dill unexpectedly jumped up on my lap and spent over 90 minutes there. Apparently, my 'give him a bit of lovin' and leave him be' policy was not enough. It had to have hurt when he finally jumped down.
Just saw the post about Dill. Hope you’re feeling better and so is the whole Dilly family. We need the Dill to be in tip-top shape for the long season ahead.
In a podcast hosted by The Athletic’s Tim Kawakami, Kerr revealed that he and GM Bob Myers were perplexed by the rumblings about Jonathan Kuminga’s alleged behavior. “I know there was that weird report that came out, I think Stephen A. Smith said something about [Kuminga], and honestly, Bob [Myers] and I when that came out, called each other and asked each other ‘where did that come from?’” Kerr said. “Because it made no sense, because JK’s been great, he’s done everything we’ve asked of him, he’s worked hard, I enjoy coaching him. He’s right where he needs to be and he’s gotta just keep getting better every day. But we’re very happy with his summer and everything he’s committed to.” 3 days ago – via Jedd Pagaduan @ Clutch Points