One of the silver linings that has emerged from the cloudy hell of this injury-plagued season is how pure each and every win feels.
The Golden State Warriors played without Stephen Curry (late scratch with the not Coronavirus flu) but still came out ahead of the Philadelphia 76ers. In an entertaining and close game, it was the Warriors that pulled away in the 4th quarter, outscoring Philadelphia 36 to 24. With both teams playing extremely short handed, this was a loose game that showcased how valuable this season has been for Golden State’s player development.
Damion Lee was the player of the game, putting up 24 points and 6 rebounds and responding with poise after some unfortunate misplays in the closing plays of the previous game.
We’ll be back tomorrow for a full review of this game, but I just want to take a moment to praise the Warriors season.
It’s been hard to watch at times, but the team has always come with effort, and you can see the positive impacts of the development in some of the team’s young players.
The Lee and Eric Paschall duo has only seen 15 wins this season, but there are some rays of hope shining through the clouds here in San Francisco.
Paschall continues to shine. His combination of strength and athleticism is going to be a problem - especially if he continues to develop his passing game and other aspects of his game. He looks like the hardest player to stop in isolation, a weapon that the Warriors will sorely need now that Kevin Durant is working his long-limbed magic for another team.
The Warriors have also hit on (or at least have been getting really solid games out of) their marginal signings. Marquese Chriss had a critical block that made me stand up and yell in my living room.
On a related note, the team with the league’s second best record, the Cleveland Cavaliers got a win tonight as well, so draft positioning is unchanged. Dub Nation parties with a free conscious tonight!
Mulder update
Mychal Mulder, named after Klay Thompson’s dad, shooter of sweet threes, clearly belongs with Golden State. Sadly, this was the last game on the Warriors 10-day contract.
He continued his strong play, finishing with 18 points, 3 assists and a rebound.
Longtime lurker here (since GSoM days). Super excited to be watching the dubs play these past few games, even the losses! I’m especially impressed with the playmaking that Paschall, Poole, and Wiggins flash... very unexpected. This season has actually been a helpful breather, and helps me to appreciate all things dubs, from past seasons to this season, much more.
In the meantime, I’ve been wondering, has anyone else been watching RoCo? He was 7-13 on 3’s last night! I understand Wiggins and RoCo have different skill sets and different roles, but I still mildly wonder if Wiggins or RoCo would’ve worked better for us... is Wiggins already better? Or are we hoping that he reaches RoCo productivity?
Love you & your reports, Duby Dub Dubs, but can you not call what Steph did not come down with “the Coronavirus flu”? Even if you mean it in jest, COVID-19 is not the flu — it attacks the lungs, destroys the tissue, and leaves it fibrous in those with less resilient bodies. Hence, the high mortality rate among the infected elderly and already sick, and the crtitical conditions among the hospitalized.
I love the purity of the win comment...so satisfying for these players, and us fans as well. But we need to stay in the bottom 3, and we have the potential to do some winning in the stretch.... gotta worry about something!
Wow, this is like the 3rd game recently where I have seen Real Warriors Ball being played! It wasn't always perfect, but...Jesus, EP putting up 23 points on 12 attempts? That's some Durant-level efficiency right there. And 6 assists? EP developing his handle and his playmaking already.
Lots of assists! Great FG%! High-percentage threes! Playing good defense! Getting out-rebounded!
I felt...such...joy! Even with Steph having a bit of the stomach flu or whatever. Wow, it felt like the real thing again.
Good redemption game for Lee. I really, really like Chriss too. Paschall has been balling since the all star break after a lull there. Good win for the morale of this team.
Super fun game. Random note, but Wiggins has been doing a lot of little things that help the team win since he's been here. Screen-setting, good closeouts, second effort contests on defense and the boards, tipping the ball away, etc. He seems like a nice guy, I'm happy that he's playing well in a good place for him.
Looking at this skeleton crew reminds me of this year's Wisconsin Badgers. They always have 4 players scoring 10 or more in a 60-point game and each game has a different leading scorer. Looks like 2020-21's bench will be a force to be reckoned with just like the 2014-15 bench, costing about 10 % of what David Lee was getting paid that year.
MC growing in confidence every game. Makes you wonder - not in a good way - about the other systems he went through. Lots of people blame the player when a high draft pick doesn’t work out, very few blame the system / team / environment they are in.
I just love how these kids can play with in the system. Effort compliments talent. Some NBA players have so much talent they can get away with little effort. But the effort is what takes all of them to their next level and these kids will never be accused of lack of effort. That effort is also what has made this season worth watching. Love basketball.
Draft a lead Guard, 17 mil trade exception SG, Sign GR3, Paschall, Looney
Lee, Poole, Mulder, Second Round SF, Smailigic
Think we should shore up the backcourt and make this the absolute strength of this team. Small Forward position complementary solid but unspectacular. Draymond and Paschall PFs and Chriss Looney as the centers. List subject to xhange.
That was a great damn game. These kids are growing up. Can't wait for next year. Hope Mulder is still around.
Also, flipped over to the Kings game like 5 minutes ago, just in time to see somebody catch a knee in the cajones. And wouldn't ya know, it was Trevor Ariza's knee, while his team is getting stomped. Imagine my shock.
Since Mulder joined the team, they are 3-2 with one loss in the last minute to the Raptors. I liked his confident shots down the stretch this game. A keeper.
Chriss is in 2 of the NBA top 5 highlights! I really enjoyed the Chriss and Spellman show, didn't matter we lost those games
Longtime lurker here (since GSoM days). Super excited to be watching the dubs play these past few games, even the losses! I’m especially impressed with the playmaking that Paschall, Poole, and Wiggins flash... very unexpected. This season has actually been a helpful breather, and helps me to appreciate all things dubs, from past seasons to this season, much more.
In the meantime, I’ve been wondering, has anyone else been watching RoCo? He was 7-13 on 3’s last night! I understand Wiggins and RoCo have different skill sets and different roles, but I still mildly wonder if Wiggins or RoCo would’ve worked better for us... is Wiggins already better? Or are we hoping that he reaches RoCo productivity?
That was a hell of a gamble releasing Chriss... I'd be pissed if he'd gotten away.
Love you & your reports, Duby Dub Dubs, but can you not call what Steph did not come down with “the Coronavirus flu”? Even if you mean it in jest, COVID-19 is not the flu — it attacks the lungs, destroys the tissue, and leaves it fibrous in those with less resilient bodies. Hence, the high mortality rate among the infected elderly and already sick, and the crtitical conditions among the hospitalized.
I love the purity of the win comment...so satisfying for these players, and us fans as well. But we need to stay in the bottom 3, and we have the potential to do some winning in the stretch.... gotta worry about something!
Every time I watch Mulder have a great game I remember this forum. Hope the sample size is still small or are you guys convinced NOW?...
I'm proud of Lee, he could have gone into a little slump after that meltdown against Toronto but he bounced back like a true professional
Wow, this is like the 3rd game recently where I have seen Real Warriors Ball being played! It wasn't always perfect, but...Jesus, EP putting up 23 points on 12 attempts? That's some Durant-level efficiency right there. And 6 assists? EP developing his handle and his playmaking already.
Lots of assists! Great FG%! High-percentage threes! Playing good defense! Getting out-rebounded!
I felt...such...joy! Even with Steph having a bit of the stomach flu or whatever. Wow, it felt like the real thing again.
Good redemption game for Lee. I really, really like Chriss too. Paschall has been balling since the all star break after a lull there. Good win for the morale of this team.
Super fun game. Random note, but Wiggins has been doing a lot of little things that help the team win since he's been here. Screen-setting, good closeouts, second effort contests on defense and the boards, tipping the ball away, etc. He seems like a nice guy, I'm happy that he's playing well in a good place for him.
Looking at this skeleton crew reminds me of this year's Wisconsin Badgers. They always have 4 players scoring 10 or more in a 60-point game and each game has a different leading scorer. Looks like 2020-21's bench will be a force to be reckoned with just like the 2014-15 bench, costing about 10 % of what David Lee was getting paid that year.
MC growing in confidence every game. Makes you wonder - not in a good way - about the other systems he went through. Lots of people blame the player when a high draft pick doesn’t work out, very few blame the system / team / environment they are in.
I just love how these kids can play with in the system. Effort compliments talent. Some NBA players have so much talent they can get away with little effort. But the effort is what takes all of them to their next level and these kids will never be accused of lack of effort. That effort is also what has made this season worth watching. Love basketball.
Updated Roster wish list next year:
Curry, Klay, Wiggins, Draymond, Chriss
Draft a lead Guard, 17 mil trade exception SG, Sign GR3, Paschall, Looney
Lee, Poole, Mulder, Second Round SF, Smailigic
Think we should shore up the backcourt and make this the absolute strength of this team. Small Forward position complementary solid but unspectacular. Draymond and Paschall PFs and Chriss Looney as the centers. List subject to xhange.
Great to see our young guys finish the game with poise. They’re getting better!
Damn. These guys have heart. The whole game they just stayed close. Then to finish the game strong. I just feel so proud.
That was a great damn game. These kids are growing up. Can't wait for next year. Hope Mulder is still around.
Also, flipped over to the Kings game like 5 minutes ago, just in time to see somebody catch a knee in the cajones. And wouldn't ya know, it was Trevor Ariza's knee, while his team is getting stomped. Imagine my shock.
Eric is a beast out there. Damion with the redemption. "Fox" Mulder looking like Curry. Awesome win.
I had no idea Sixers were 10-23 on the road before tonight's game.
So sign Mulder for rest-of-the-season contract?
Since Mulder joined the team, they are 3-2 with one loss in the last minute to the Raptors. I liked his confident shots down the stretch this game. A keeper.
WARRIOOOOOORS
Top players:
Sixers:
Horford: (+1)
22 points 9/16 FGs 2/5 three pointers 2/2 FTs
10 rebounds (1 off.) 7 assists 4 turnovers 1 steal
Harris: (-7)
24 points 10/23 FGs 1/5 three pointers 3/3 FTs
4 rebounds (1 off.) 4 assists 2 turnovers 1 steal
Milton: (-6, 3rd place)
14 points 5/10 FGs 1/3 three pointers 3/4 FTs
3 rebounds (2 off.) 3 assists 1 steal
Robinson III: (-9, 3rd place)
15 points 4/5 FGs 2/2 three pointers 5/5 FTs
6 rebounds (1 off.) 3 assists 1 steal 1 block
Honorable mention:
Neto: (+2)
11 points 3/4 FGs 1/1 three pointer 4/4 FTs
3 assists 1 turnover
Burks: (+2)
11 points 4/8 FGs 2/6 three pointers 1/2 FTs
4 rebounds(1 off.) 2 assists
Warriors:
Paschall: (+8)
23 points 8/12 FGs 0/1 three pointer 7/7 FTs
3 rebounds 6 assists 1 turnover
Lee: (+1)
24 points 10/17 FGs 3/8 three pointers 1/1 FT
6 rebounds (1 off.) 3 assists 2 turnovers
Chriss: (+12, 3rd place)
13 points 6/9 FGs 0/1 three pointer 1/1 FT
10 rebounds (3 off.) 8 assists 1 steal 1 block
Mulder: (+15, 3rd place)
18 points 5/10 FGs 3/7 three pointers 5/6 FTs
1 rebound 3 assists
Honorable mention:
Poole: (-5)
11 points 5/11 FGs 1/4 three pointers 0/2 FTs
1 rebound 2 assists 3 turnovers 1 steal
Wiggins: (+8)
10 points 3/10 FGs 4/7 FTs
4 rebounds (1 off.) 4 assists 1 turnover 1 steal 1 block
Final stats:
76ers:
48.8% shooting (41/84 FGs)
13/34 three pointers
19/22 FTs
41 rebounds (11 off.)
29 assists
11 turnovers
3 steals
2 blocks
Warriors:
55.0% shooting (44/80 FGs)
9/25 three pointers
21/28 FTs
35 rebounds (7 off.)
30 assists
7 turnovers
4 steals
2 blocks
Points in paint:
Sixers: 54
Warriors: 60
Fastbreak points:
Sixers: 5
Warriors: 9
Points off turnovers:
Sixers: 9
Warriors: 18
Bench points:
Sixers: 40
Warriors: 47
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