- I didn’t get clearly who’s the blonde girl. Apart from being the only decent singer, is she a psychologist trainer?
- it’s funny how you US people always show the same legendary repulsion for basic geography (so that JFK now appears to come from Nigeria.). After all, the Pope lives in Madrid, doesn’t he?
I just want to point out that if Poole can sustain anything close to this level, we’re going to be ok for any games Steph misses. If Steph misses 10 games, I can easily see it only hurting 2 games in the loss column with Poole playing like this instead of 5.
Best realistic Poole comp is Jamal Murray. 3 level scorer, really really good shooter, can self-crate and is also a pretty pretty good off-ball scorer. Murray's self-creation abilities and tough shot-making skills are much more advanced but I reckon Poole's a better passer and might be better off-ball.
Yes, Daniel, disturbing trends in terms of big man defense. This is what I've been saying this off season. What are the Warriors going to do about it? Hoping that JW is our answer seems like a pipe dream right now. Are they really more concerned about a backup PG than another big guy who can help protect the basket? We've got a ton of guards who can go combo off the bench. Thinking that Kuminga can play in the paint is really asking for a lot. This is our achilles heel and they have to heal it or teams will be focusing on this big time. What do you think?
With Galloway gone, Avery Bradley hanging on by a hair, GP2, even in a wheelchair, should get the job. Let them focus on a big guy. They must have some players they are looking at. Bjelica is not the answer for Defense. He's a cunning shooter and passer whose body is not built for banging. No muscle. Momma's boy.
With AD in the mix, the Lakers aren't going to be an easy out for us this season. That's quite a few very big bodies who can take turns cleaning the glass and catching lobs from Rondo and James. Feels like our best bet may be to fight 2's with 3's, but that's also a strategy that can go the wrong way in a hurry with some unlucky bounces. I don't see how Westbrook fits in though, since his main skills are rebounding (a bit redundant with Howard or DAJ on the floor) and "runaway train → layup or kickout" (a bit redundant with LBJ's traditional skillset), and the Lakers are kind of hurting for good catch-and-shoot guys (moreso with Ariza & AD injured). I foresee a lot of missed assist opportunities there.
Overall, that puts us in a bit of a weird position. I think we match up better with most of the other teams in the West, and I can also see any number of other Western-conference threats like Utah or Portland beating LA in a playoff series. So maybe the path is easier for us if someone else knocks the Lakers out before we get to them.
But I guess first thing's first, gotta make the playoffs. And I like our chances of that very much.
I'm sad that JFK isn't getting his chance this week. He coulda been on the court during that second half with Moody instead of Galloway or Bell. He coulda been bangin' with Howard, and driving past him, then kicking out to #4. We could be talking about how both the rooks need more playing time in the rotation. But alas, the injury bug struck again.
In search of a Poole comp? Well, we're looking for a guy who is a great shot, keeps the ball moving in the Warriors offense, willing passer, can catch and shoot, create off the dribble or finish at the rim, but pretty short and not that athletic, so defense will be a challenge.
Ladies and gswdawgs: Stephen Effin' Curry.
HOLD ON A SEC. I didn't say he was *as good* as Steph. No one ever is. This is a comp. A particular type. He's not a Steph clone, he's just in that lane. But if you're thinking he'll be due max money it'll be because he's become elite. And what elite player would you compare him to? He's not junior Giannis, he's not junior Kawhi, he's not junior Durant, LeBron, Tatum. He's not junior Klay because Klay's much more catch and shoot and much better on defense. Steph, or maybe Lillard.
Since we’re future-fretting salaries, one thing I’m not sure I’ve seen discussed is OPJ and Bjelly and would love to hear from someone with more cap knowledge than my micro-brain.
Assuming they contribute like they have been and are keepers after their vet mins are up this season, are the only options for keep one/both more vet mins or TPMLE, or are there any “rights” to go bigger to keep them?
Iggy was joking about nigeria, that he was trying to steal like those on line bandits from nigeria
About rookie initiation (https://youtu.be/6kSY4wcYdm8):
- I didn’t get clearly who’s the blonde girl. Apart from being the only decent singer, is she a psychologist trainer?
- it’s funny how you US people always show the same legendary repulsion for basic geography (so that JFK now appears to come from Nigeria.). After all, the Pope lives in Madrid, doesn’t he?
Open Practice:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ts1Ne8RyecM
I just want to point out that if Poole can sustain anything close to this level, we’re going to be ok for any games Steph misses. If Steph misses 10 games, I can easily see it only hurting 2 games in the loss column with Poole playing like this instead of 5.
Best realistic Poole comp is Jamal Murray. 3 level scorer, really really good shooter, can self-crate and is also a pretty pretty good off-ball scorer. Murray's self-creation abilities and tough shot-making skills are much more advanced but I reckon Poole's a better passer and might be better off-ball.
Moody Modes highlights from last night https://youtu.be/jUgui-7_3Fs
Yes, Daniel, disturbing trends in terms of big man defense. This is what I've been saying this off season. What are the Warriors going to do about it? Hoping that JW is our answer seems like a pipe dream right now. Are they really more concerned about a backup PG than another big guy who can help protect the basket? We've got a ton of guards who can go combo off the bench. Thinking that Kuminga can play in the paint is really asking for a lot. This is our achilles heel and they have to heal it or teams will be focusing on this big time. What do you think?
With Galloway gone, Avery Bradley hanging on by a hair, GP2, even in a wheelchair, should get the job. Let them focus on a big guy. They must have some players they are looking at. Bjelica is not the answer for Defense. He's a cunning shooter and passer whose body is not built for banging. No muscle. Momma's boy.
With AD in the mix, the Lakers aren't going to be an easy out for us this season. That's quite a few very big bodies who can take turns cleaning the glass and catching lobs from Rondo and James. Feels like our best bet may be to fight 2's with 3's, but that's also a strategy that can go the wrong way in a hurry with some unlucky bounces. I don't see how Westbrook fits in though, since his main skills are rebounding (a bit redundant with Howard or DAJ on the floor) and "runaway train → layup or kickout" (a bit redundant with LBJ's traditional skillset), and the Lakers are kind of hurting for good catch-and-shoot guys (moreso with Ariza & AD injured). I foresee a lot of missed assist opportunities there.
Overall, that puts us in a bit of a weird position. I think we match up better with most of the other teams in the West, and I can also see any number of other Western-conference threats like Utah or Portland beating LA in a playoff series. So maybe the path is easier for us if someone else knocks the Lakers out before we get to them.
But I guess first thing's first, gotta make the playoffs. And I like our chances of that very much.
Galloway waived
I wish we were able to get Dwight. Would be perfect for our team
just left open practice, some notes:
-GP2 didn’t really shoot the 3 ball that much
-porter missed like two shots the whole scrimmage
-looney looked like he just got out of bed
-chase center has a really cool exterior but doesn’t feel like the home of the warriors
to me
-moody looked like he belonged
I'm sad that JFK isn't getting his chance this week. He coulda been on the court during that second half with Moody instead of Galloway or Bell. He coulda been bangin' with Howard, and driving past him, then kicking out to #4. We could be talking about how both the rooks need more playing time in the rotation. But alas, the injury bug struck again.
In search of a Poole comp? Well, we're looking for a guy who is a great shot, keeps the ball moving in the Warriors offense, willing passer, can catch and shoot, create off the dribble or finish at the rim, but pretty short and not that athletic, so defense will be a challenge.
Ladies and gswdawgs: Stephen Effin' Curry.
HOLD ON A SEC. I didn't say he was *as good* as Steph. No one ever is. This is a comp. A particular type. He's not a Steph clone, he's just in that lane. But if you're thinking he'll be due max money it'll be because he's become elite. And what elite player would you compare him to? He's not junior Giannis, he's not junior Kawhi, he's not junior Durant, LeBron, Tatum. He's not junior Klay because Klay's much more catch and shoot and much better on defense. Steph, or maybe Lillard.
Somehow, somewhere minutes must be found for Moses Moody with the starters
Moody knocking down 3’s is great, but he looked real confident and smooth with his ball handling and passing too
Since we’re future-fretting salaries, one thing I’m not sure I’ve seen discussed is OPJ and Bjelly and would love to hear from someone with more cap knowledge than my micro-brain.
Assuming they contribute like they have been and are keepers after their vet mins are up this season, are the only options for keep one/both more vet mins or TPMLE, or are there any “rights” to go bigger to keep them?