Raptors style of defense backfires. Raptors feature grabbing shooters as a defensive style (that's in essence what got Klay Thompson injured). Watch the most recent game , and it is on display. Fouling Lee to prevent him from taking an off balance shot seemed like a reflex continuation of that strategy because the defender blatantly grabbed his arm prior to the shot. James Harden would have been awarded 3 FT's (Kyle Lowry probably as well). Good to see those who live by the sword die by the sword. Still wish Danny Green would have let Klay go ahead and dunk.
Boucher just stuffed Kanter at the rim and is 3-4 from three. He's so good. A shame the Warriors let him go, but glad he's finally breaking out in the NBA given his absurd path.
Somewhat off-topic: I think I caught a glimpse of Marquese on the bench during this game. Have we heard any updates on his health? Is he confirmed out for the whole season? (I mean, I guess we don't even know if the season will progress as expected. If there's another pause or more, he might have more time than expected to recover before it's officially over.)
I think Giannis signing long term has done wonders to Ender's peace of mind. Now he is our best long term solution at SF. I'm glad he's excelling at both ends of the floor. He has the length to play defense at least as good as KD. Offense is not as good as KD's but less isolation plays means it will mesh well with the team's ball movement when Klay comes back.
OT but now that we have 10 games under our belt, where do you think this team actually fits in in the west? I think there are 4 teams we are clearly better than (kings, grizz, twolves, rockets) 4 teams that are clearly better than us (lakers, clippers, mavericks, blazers) and then a lot of questions marks in the 5-12 range. So where are we NOW and more importantly where do we end up?
Keep your eyes peeled for this: it doesn't look like Boston will have enough players for their game on Wednesday either, but Silver is saying he's not going to pause the season.
> @TimBontemps
> In addition to postponing two games, the NBA says it will be meeting with the NBPA about modifying the league’s Health and Safety Protocols.
Re: Wiggins' 4th quarter fall-off....lots of games, lots of effort, early season.
But he's 25 - he ought to get more endurance. He doesn't have the body type that will break down from running 3 miles in a game (unlike the pudgy Rockets' players). I've always believed Wiggins' failings were at least partly a result of the milieu of the Timberwolves versus that of the Warriors.
One has to applaud Wiggins for his effort. His on ball defense is a 180 from his past.
But the role Kerr has chosen for Wiggins' is misguided. Wiggins is not a 40% arc shooter, whatever his start. He should be cutting constantly, even with no Klay.
Notice here that Green had the free rebound and instead he tapped it to Wiseman. Looks like a vet who is taking care of his rookie and getting him a rebound in the box score to keep him feeling like he's involved and contributing. Of course, the rest of the play was pretty nice too lol.
And then notice that Draymond ultimately missed a triple double by one rebound. Great teammate.
I’m pro Wiggins after tonight. I thought he made a few key plays at the end of that game to set the Warriors up to win. Might as well start that second unit and see what they can do.
As bad as Oubres been on offense, it's awesome to finally have that defender that really bugs opposing players. He's always right on top of them and never lets out. His defense is as great to watch as his defense is as bad to watch lol
Raptors style of defense backfires. Raptors feature grabbing shooters as a defensive style (that's in essence what got Klay Thompson injured). Watch the most recent game , and it is on display. Fouling Lee to prevent him from taking an off balance shot seemed like a reflex continuation of that strategy because the defender blatantly grabbed his arm prior to the shot. James Harden would have been awarded 3 FT's (Kyle Lowry probably as well). Good to see those who live by the sword die by the sword. Still wish Danny Green would have let Klay go ahead and dunk.
Boucher just stuffed Kanter at the rim and is 3-4 from three. He's so good. A shame the Warriors let him go, but glad he's finally breaking out in the NBA given his absurd path.
Also off topic: If the kings proposed Haliburton + Holmes for Wiseman right now, would you take it?
Somewhat off-topic: I think I caught a glimpse of Marquese on the bench during this game. Have we heard any updates on his health? Is he confirmed out for the whole season? (I mean, I guess we don't even know if the season will progress as expected. If there's another pause or more, he might have more time than expected to recover before it's officially over.)
Selom Mawugbe was just drafted by the Santa Cruz Warriors. I assume that means he has a theoretical path to the big club. Anyone know more?
I think Giannis signing long term has done wonders to Ender's peace of mind. Now he is our best long term solution at SF. I'm glad he's excelling at both ends of the floor. He has the length to play defense at least as good as KD. Offense is not as good as KD's but less isolation plays means it will mesh well with the team's ball movement when Klay comes back.
https://www.theringer.com/nba/2021/1/11/22224665/steph-curry-draymond-green-warriors
Nice read that shows how bad the starting lineup has been and how poor the fit is there with 3 non shooters and wiggins whos shot comes and goes...
OT but now that we have 10 games under our belt, where do you think this team actually fits in in the west? I think there are 4 teams we are clearly better than (kings, grizz, twolves, rockets) 4 teams that are clearly better than us (lakers, clippers, mavericks, blazers) and then a lot of questions marks in the 5-12 range. So where are we NOW and more importantly where do we end up?
Keep your eyes peeled for this: it doesn't look like Boston will have enough players for their game on Wednesday either, but Silver is saying he's not going to pause the season.
> @TimBontemps
> In addition to postponing two games, the NBA says it will be meeting with the NBPA about modifying the league’s Health and Safety Protocols.
Re: Wiggins' 4th quarter fall-off....lots of games, lots of effort, early season.
But he's 25 - he ought to get more endurance. He doesn't have the body type that will break down from running 3 miles in a game (unlike the pudgy Rockets' players). I've always believed Wiggins' failings were at least partly a result of the milieu of the Timberwolves versus that of the Warriors.
Also, how does Curry only get 6 FTs tonight?
One has to applaud Wiggins for his effort. His on ball defense is a 180 from his past.
But the role Kerr has chosen for Wiggins' is misguided. Wiggins is not a 40% arc shooter, whatever his start. He should be cutting constantly, even with no Klay.
Not a fan of these storylines where Steph struggles. Stick to the Steph World-Beater formula please!
https://streamable.com/gw7p8q
Notice here that Green had the free rebound and instead he tapped it to Wiseman. Looks like a vet who is taking care of his rookie and getting him a rebound in the box score to keep him feeling like he's involved and contributing. Of course, the rest of the play was pretty nice too lol.
And then notice that Draymond ultimately missed a triple double by one rebound. Great teammate.
I’m pro Wiggins after tonight. I thought he made a few key plays at the end of that game to set the Warriors up to win. Might as well start that second unit and see what they can do.
As bad as Oubres been on offense, it's awesome to finally have that defender that really bugs opposing players. He's always right on top of them and never lets out. His defense is as great to watch as his defense is as bad to watch lol