Enjoy your favorite Association, but with players from generations by gone. Whatever action is lost in athleticism will be more than made up for as we go back to the 1980s rule book. They may be old, but they can still punch and grab. Get out your popcorn and old pair of dentures.
" ... to boldly foul like no-one has fouled before." Doo doo, doo doo doo do doooooo
If anyone had any problems with the Top 75 Players announced recently, no worries. In the next couple months, we'll see them all play as Covid replacements, which will help us settle any arguments over players from different generations.
COVID is essentially turning this portion of the season into one big crapshoot. It's completely up in the air who will or won't be playing (both players and teams) on any given night.
For Utah and Phoenix who seem to be immune to this wave thus far, almost certainly it will catch them eventually. The danger that they're in is that they may start losing all of their players right when other teams are getting their players back.
Really the "best" way to get through this might be like what the Nets are doing and just not even have enough players able to suit up. There's a real danger in being like the Warriors and essentially limping through this period. As I've said before, starting out the season strong is even more important this year than it usually is.
I think Kerr has to be willing to give Dowtin a shot, they are really lacking for shot creators. Curry is carrying too big of a load and it is wearing on him (which Kerr acknowledged after last game). Memphis with Brooks and also two 7 footers in the starting lineup is not the type of team that will make it easy on him, I'm sure they'll be very physical.
I suppose I'd start Moody and JTA. JTA guards Morant, Curry guards Bane, Moody guards Brooks. Quick hook for Moody if Brooks is just overwhelming him with strength.
Game Thread is up, we got Porter and GP in the starting lineup
https://dubnationhq.com/p/game-thread-otto-porter-gary-payton
No defense being played: Rockets 94 > Pacers 91 at the end of the 3rd.
Apollo 13 take: "Let's look at this from a position of status. Who in the league isn't sick?"
FYI.
Players in health and safety protocols ( updated 2 hrs ago)
Atlanta Hawks
* Kevin Huerter (Dec. 22)
* Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot (Dec. 22)
* Lou Williams (Dec. 22)
* Clint Capela (Dec. 21)
* Danilo Gallinari (Dec. 21)
* Trae Young (Dec. 19)
Boston Celtics
* Enes Kanter Freedom (Dec. 23)
* Josh Richardson (Dec. 19)
* Brodric Thomas (Dec. 18)
* Sam Hauser (Dec. 17)
* Al Horford (Dec. 17)
* Grant Williams (Dec. 17)
* Juancho Hernangomez (Dec. 17)
* Jabari Parker (Dec. 16)
Brooklyn Nets
* Kessler Edwards (Dec. 23)
* Cam Thomas (Dec. 23)
* David Duke Jr. (Dec. 23)
* Kevin Durant (Dec. 18)
* Kyrie Irving (Dec. 18)
* Day'Ron Sharpe (Dec. 18)
* LaMarcus Aldridge (Dec. 14)
* DeAndre' Bembry (Dec. 14)
* Bruce Brown (Dec. 14)
* James Johnson (Dec. 14)
Charlotte Hornets
* Cody Martin (Dec. 19)
Cleveland Cavaliers
* Ed Davis (Dec. 21)
* Jarrett Allen (Dec. 19)
* RJ Nembhard (Dec. 19)
* Lamar Stevens (Dec. 19)
* Denzel Valentine (Dec. 19)
* Dylan Windler (Dec. 19)
* Evan Mobley (Dec. 18)
* Isaac Okoro (Dec. 16)
Dallas Mavericks
* Luka Doncic (Dec. 22)
* Trey Burke (Dec. 22)
* Tim Hardaway Jr. (Dec. 21)
* Maxi Kleber (Dec. 20)
* Josh Green (Dec. 19)
* Reggie Bullock (Dec. 18)
Denver Nuggets
* Bol Bol (Dec. 17)
* Michael Porter Jr. (Dec. 17)
Detroit Pistons
* Killian Hayes (Dec. 23)
* Saben Lee (Dec. 23)
* Rodney McGruder (Dec. 23)
* Isaiah Stewart (Dec. 23)
* Cade Cunningham (Dec. 22)
Golden State Warriors
* Damion Lee (Dec. 22)
* Andrew Wiggins (Dec. 19)
* Jordan Poole (Dec. 17)
Los Angeles Clippers
* Reggie Jackson (Dec. 22)
* Marcus Morris Sr. (Dec. 18)
Los Angeles Lakers
* Trevor Ariza (Dec. 23)
* Kent Bazemore (Dec. 19)
* Austin Reaves (Dec. 17)
* Avery Bradley (Dec. 16)
* Malik Monk (Dec. 14; cleared on Dec. 16 but reentered protocols on Dec. 17)
Memphis Grizzlies
* Jarrett Culver (Dec. 23)
* Ziaire Williams (Dec. 19)
Miami Heat
* Caleb Martin (Dec. 11)
Milwaukee Bucks
* JaQuori McLaughlin (Dec. 23)
* Bobby Portis (Dec. 16)
* Giannis Antetokounmpo (Dec. 14)
* Donte DiVincenzo (Dec. 14)
Minnesota Timberwolves
* Patrick Beverley (Dec. 20)
* Jarred Vanderbilt (Dec. 20)
* Josh Okogie (Dec. 19)
* Anthony Edwards (Dec. 17)
* Taurean Prince (Dec. 17)
New Orleans Pelicans
* Nickeil Alexander-Walker (Dec. 23)
New York Knicks
* Nerlens Noel (Dec. 22)
* Miles McBride (Dec. 18)
* Immanuel Quickley (Dec. 17)
* Kevin Knox II (Dec. 16)
Orlando Magic
* Mychal Mulder (Dec. 22)
* Mo Bamba (Dec. 17)
* Terrence Ross (Dec. 17)
* Moe Wagner (Dec. 17)
* Ignas Brazdeikis (Dec. 16)
Philadelphia 76ers
* Danny Green (Dec. 22)
* Andre Drummond (Dec. 19)
* Shake Milton (Dec. 19)
* Georges Niang (Dec. 15)
Sacramento Kings
* Neemias Queta (Dec. 21)
* Davion Mitchell (Dec. 17)
* De'Aaron Fox (Dec. 16)
* Louis King (Dec. 16)
* Alex Len (Dec. 16)
* Marvin Bagley III (Dec. 15)
* Terence Davis (Dec. 15)
Toronto Raptors
* OG Anunoby (Dec. 22)
* Fred VanVleet (Dec. 21)
* Precious Achiuwa (Dec. 21)
* Scottie Barnes (Dec. 21)
* Malachi Flynn (Dec. 21)
* Gary Trent Jr. (Dec. 20)
* Dalano Banton (Dec. 18)
* Pascal Siakam (Dec. 18)
Washington Wizards
* Bradley Beal (Dec. 23)
* Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (Dec. 21)
man, this ESPN article on Covid is pretty crazy.
https://www.espn.com/nba/insider/insider/story/_/id/32927400/inside-nba-race-outlast-covid-19-omicron-surge
... a spin off of the original NBA.
NBA The Last Generation
Enjoy your favorite Association, but with players from generations by gone. Whatever action is lost in athleticism will be more than made up for as we go back to the 1980s rule book. They may be old, but they can still punch and grab. Get out your popcorn and old pair of dentures.
" ... to boldly foul like no-one has fouled before." Doo doo, doo doo doo do doooooo
If anyone had any problems with the Top 75 Players announced recently, no worries. In the next couple months, we'll see them all play as Covid replacements, which will help us settle any arguments over players from different generations.
https://twitter.com/22wiggins/status/1474148494298398748?s=21
Few links:
https://www.nba.com/watch/video/into-the-action-draymond-green?plsrc=nba&collection=top-trending-videos
(Look for DJ running sprints, lol)
https://www.si.com/nba/2021/12/23/golden-state-warriors-dynasty-quest-daily-cover
COVID is essentially turning this portion of the season into one big crapshoot. It's completely up in the air who will or won't be playing (both players and teams) on any given night.
For Utah and Phoenix who seem to be immune to this wave thus far, almost certainly it will catch them eventually. The danger that they're in is that they may start losing all of their players right when other teams are getting their players back.
Really the "best" way to get through this might be like what the Nets are doing and just not even have enough players able to suit up. There's a real danger in being like the Warriors and essentially limping through this period. As I've said before, starting out the season strong is even more important this year than it usually is.
Without some key play makers/glue guys I’m thinking some simplified offense might be in order. Looking forward to some JK & Steph PnR
It's going to be a slugfest tonight. First to 90 points wins the game
I think Kerr has to be willing to give Dowtin a shot, they are really lacking for shot creators. Curry is carrying too big of a load and it is wearing on him (which Kerr acknowledged after last game). Memphis with Brooks and also two 7 footers in the starting lineup is not the type of team that will make it easy on him, I'm sure they'll be very physical.
I suppose I'd start Moody and JTA. JTA guards Morant, Curry guards Bane, Moody guards Brooks. Quick hook for Moody if Brooks is just overwhelming him with strength.
The Warrior's new Odd Couple: Belly & GPII. Hoping they show up big tonight. Cue the theme song.
Any news on if kuminga is playing tonight?
I’m looking for big games from JTA and GP2 to keep the young guns firing and keep Curry/Dray from having to carry an extra load