Apparently the NBA is considering doing occasional outdoor games as a promotional thing. One of the more recent times that happened was when the Suns hosted one preseason game outside each year from 2008-10, including this fun game: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2fyqvbN6vE
Fun to see rookie Steph Curry play alongside starting SF Kelenna Azubuike, against a Phoenix Suns squad that includes a guy named Leandro Barbosa. Oh, and spoiler alert, the Dubs win. So between that and coronavirus stuff, I think an outside game here and there sounds like a pretty good time.
Yep, totally agreed on this one, Kuminga shows a lot of talent on offense and pretty low BBIQ. I can imagine Draymond or Kerr getting furious at him for not making the right pass, which will doubtlessly happen at least once during his rookie season. But I'm also optimistic that he'll get some non-garbage minutes to learn from those mistakes, because he's already got the length and power to just blast past Summer League-level guys whether he plays smart or not.
The growing expectation in Spain is that former All-Star center Marc Gasol will sign to play with the Spanish second division club he owns (Girona) after securing his formal release from Memphis after last week's trade with the Lakers.
On topic, great to get a deep dive in a Kuminga game for those of us (probably most :)) who haven't watched him at all except for summer league. Thanks!
OT: Interesting commentary on Simmons from BBallBreakdown. I have to say while I've never been a fan of Doc, the video highlights some very strange sets that do not bolster my image of him. Wonder what Simmons might look like with a better idea of how to use him than displayed here. (No, still don't want him on the Dubs).
Whooaaaah, I completely disagree that Kuminga’s shot mechanics look “pretty reasonable”.
Firstly, Kuminga’s form finishes out rather than up (aka the slingshot mechanic) which probably is a result of his lack of power that he generates from his legs (instead emphasizing wrist/forearm use). Secondly, Kuminga shoots the middle of his face (an indication that he might be a left eye dominant shooter) which results in a slight hitch in his shot. That is not even mentioning his absolutely abysmal footwork where there is zero consistency jumping from Left/Right to Right/Left, to Hop. He has no consistent footwork pattern which is anathema to a good jump shot.
Apparently the NBA is considering doing occasional outdoor games as a promotional thing. One of the more recent times that happened was when the Suns hosted one preseason game outside each year from 2008-10, including this fun game: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2fyqvbN6vE
Fun to see rookie Steph Curry play alongside starting SF Kelenna Azubuike, against a Phoenix Suns squad that includes a guy named Leandro Barbosa. Oh, and spoiler alert, the Dubs win. So between that and coronavirus stuff, I think an outside game here and there sounds like a pretty good time.
https://www.nbcsports.com/bayarea/warriors/nba-rumors-warriors-working-out-ryan-arcidiacono-week?amp
Yep, totally agreed on this one, Kuminga shows a lot of talent on offense and pretty low BBIQ. I can imagine Draymond or Kerr getting furious at him for not making the right pass, which will doubtlessly happen at least once during his rookie season. But I'm also optimistic that he'll get some non-garbage minutes to learn from those mistakes, because he's already got the length and power to just blast past Summer League-level guys whether he plays smart or not.
The dream is fading
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The growing expectation in Spain is that former All-Star center Marc Gasol will sign to play with the Spanish second division club he owns (Girona) after securing his formal release from Memphis after last week's trade with the Lakers.
https://twitter.com/thesteinline/status/1437490553797681155?s=21
On topic, great to get a deep dive in a Kuminga game for those of us (probably most :)) who haven't watched him at all except for summer league. Thanks!
OT: Interesting commentary on Simmons from BBallBreakdown. I have to say while I've never been a fan of Doc, the video highlights some very strange sets that do not bolster my image of him. Wonder what Simmons might look like with a better idea of how to use him than displayed here. (No, still don't want him on the Dubs).
Whooaaaah, I completely disagree that Kuminga’s shot mechanics look “pretty reasonable”.
Firstly, Kuminga’s form finishes out rather than up (aka the slingshot mechanic) which probably is a result of his lack of power that he generates from his legs (instead emphasizing wrist/forearm use). Secondly, Kuminga shoots the middle of his face (an indication that he might be a left eye dominant shooter) which results in a slight hitch in his shot. That is not even mentioning his absolutely abysmal footwork where there is zero consistency jumping from Left/Right to Right/Left, to Hop. He has no consistent footwork pattern which is anathema to a good jump shot.