Poole and Wiggins seem to be far too deferential with Steph and Klay on the floor. Hopefully, this upcoming homestand with a lot of easy games should help with that.
And Kuminga just looks absurdly athletic. I know Wiseman's athletic too, but Kuminga's athleticism is far more functional in a basketball sense. He has some moments like Anthony Edwards last year where it seems like he has a jet pack. And some of those post passes were really really good.
With how good Moody looks as well in the G-League (6/9 from 3 yesterday, so maybe don't freak out when a guy misses 20 shots?), looks like our young guys are going to be good sooner rather than later. If Steph and Dray can remain good for a few more years, hopefully we have a 2-3 year window to win. With how well Paul and Lowry have aged (and Nash historically), maybe Steph can also play at a fringe MVP level in his mid 30s.
I think one of the best moves GSW made was to revise/upgrade their coaching staff with specialists in development and big guys. For example, Looney in this and recent games.
I just saw highlights of the first half. That was the best pass I’ve ever seen. Can’t remember one better. I’ve seen a couple more fluky but the man bounced a behind the back pass ahead of two defenders and the pass itself allowed D.Lee to naturally catch up to it
Random thought from this game...is Lacob going to be willing to pay Looney this summer? He's probably playing in the 5-10 million a year range right now, no?
Yesterday I predicted that Bjelica would have 11 rebounds and 7 assists in 24 minutes, and that Kuminga would shoot 10-12 in a 42-point blowout in the second game of a back to back; and everyone here was like "Oh, you don't know what you're talking about." Well, well. Guess I'm not so foolish after all.
Weird thing is that just at the moment I can't seem to find my post in any previous article, it must have gotten disappeared by Substack somehow. Can't explain it. Glitch in the Matrix. But obviously you guys trust my memory. Anyway, we've all been expecting a patented Bjelica Rebounding Explosion TM, he was due.
Missed the game… and it looks like I actually missed it lol. Will have to watch it in league pass tomorrow. Nice to get the win, also memphis is currently losing…
Well thank you Dubs for exorcising those Milwaukee demons and raining it down on Chicago!
That game was hideously satisfying. Everyone playing well. Clean passing. Strong defense. Poole, Wiggins, Kuminga, Curry all hitting their shots. Great Looney Andre Wiggins Kuminga defense. Huge dunks.
It's always a great time for a Poole party, and tonight's was badly needed after .. after .. did they have a game last night, I forget.
Iguodala was sensational tonight. There was a stretch where he kept coming up with one big play after another, capped off by that steal and amazing behind the back pass to Lee for the easy layup. I'll be looking for that play in the Top Ten tomorrow.
Back in 2015, it felt like it was unusual for Klay and Steph to get hot at the same time. When they did, watch out world, it was going to be a blowout.
Warriors have 4 guys now who can legitimately put up a 25/30 burger - Steph, Klay, Wiggs, and JP. Watch out, world!
The Bulls reeeeeeeally need rim protection. Hard to see them getting out of the East without adding someone.
Stat-testicle fun!
Player A - 8 minutes per game (14 games), 16 for 39 FGA (41%) 2 for 14 3PA (14%)
Player B - 13.5 minutes per game (16 games) 50 for 97 FGA (52%) 10 for 27 3PA (37%)
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(A is JFK in Oct/Nov and B is JFK in Dec/Jan)
That Steph hand thing seems a little concerning. I did not see it and I know he played after… just hoping it’s not a thing is all.
Poole and Wiggins seem to be far too deferential with Steph and Klay on the floor. Hopefully, this upcoming homestand with a lot of easy games should help with that.
And Kuminga just looks absurdly athletic. I know Wiseman's athletic too, but Kuminga's athleticism is far more functional in a basketball sense. He has some moments like Anthony Edwards last year where it seems like he has a jet pack. And some of those post passes were really really good.
With how good Moody looks as well in the G-League (6/9 from 3 yesterday, so maybe don't freak out when a guy misses 20 shots?), looks like our young guys are going to be good sooner rather than later. If Steph and Dray can remain good for a few more years, hopefully we have a 2-3 year window to win. With how well Paul and Lowry have aged (and Nash historically), maybe Steph can also play at a fringe MVP level in his mid 30s.
I think one of the best moves GSW made was to revise/upgrade their coaching staff with specialists in development and big guys. For example, Looney in this and recent games.
I just saw highlights of the first half. That was the best pass I’ve ever seen. Can’t remember one better. I’ve seen a couple more fluky but the man bounced a behind the back pass ahead of two defenders and the pass itself allowed D.Lee to naturally catch up to it
Random thought from this game...is Lacob going to be willing to pay Looney this summer? He's probably playing in the 5-10 million a year range right now, no?
Yesterday I predicted that Bjelica would have 11 rebounds and 7 assists in 24 minutes, and that Kuminga would shoot 10-12 in a 42-point blowout in the second game of a back to back; and everyone here was like "Oh, you don't know what you're talking about." Well, well. Guess I'm not so foolish after all.
Weird thing is that just at the moment I can't seem to find my post in any previous article, it must have gotten disappeared by Substack somehow. Can't explain it. Glitch in the Matrix. But obviously you guys trust my memory. Anyway, we've all been expecting a patented Bjelica Rebounding Explosion TM, he was due.
Missed the whole game, but glad to see that the Ws aren't hopelessly lost. Maybe Kerr /does/ know something....
-Magic beat the Hornets
-Pistons beat the Raptors
-Suns beat the Pacers
-76ers beat the Celtics
-Warriors crush the Bulls
-Heat beat the Hawks
-Cavaliers beat the Spurs
-Mavericks rout the Grizzlies
-Kings beat the Rockets
Memphis win streak crashing and burning at home to the Mavs.
Missed the game… and it looks like I actually missed it lol. Will have to watch it in league pass tomorrow. Nice to get the win, also memphis is currently losing…
Kuminga btw, wtf!?! Tonight’s game was a highlight reel for him.
Wow!
Killmonger!
It's amazing to see a guy this much better in the NBA than in the G League(?)
So exciting to see him exercise his individual talent in the flow of the offense, leading to easy baskets for everyone.
Well thank you Dubs for exorcising those Milwaukee demons and raining it down on Chicago!
That game was hideously satisfying. Everyone playing well. Clean passing. Strong defense. Poole, Wiggins, Kuminga, Curry all hitting their shots. Great Looney Andre Wiggins Kuminga defense. Huge dunks.
Smile smile smile.
It's always a great time for a Poole party, and tonight's was badly needed after .. after .. did they have a game last night, I forget.
Iguodala was sensational tonight. There was a stretch where he kept coming up with one big play after another, capped off by that steal and amazing behind the back pass to Lee for the easy layup. I'll be looking for that play in the Top Ten tomorrow.
Back in 2015, it felt like it was unusual for Klay and Steph to get hot at the same time. When they did, watch out world, it was going to be a blowout.
Warriors have 4 guys now who can legitimately put up a 25/30 burger - Steph, Klay, Wiggs, and JP. Watch out, world!