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The warriors are still a better team but not a super team anymore,

GSW is a super team because of their impressive teamwork. It is not just because of KD. Before KD, GSW is already a super team. KD is their cheat code.

Quote from: Reid on July 05, 2019, 11:15:40 AM

this is the balance I like to see and the departure of Durant is a good sign that next season we will witness a good and competitive race going to the playoffs.

I am still waiting for one player to sign a contract before I can say that next season is a balanced competition. If Kawhi signed to Lakers, the superteam power will shift to Lakers. Kawhi needs to sign to another team before we can say that there is some balance.

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Still no news about Kawhi.

I read on some page that today is the day. We should be hearing his decision soon. Many are expecting him to join the Lakers but they did something that Kahwi might not like. With that said, I think he's not gonna wear that purple and gold.

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Of course, before Russell showed quite good results and really was considered one of the most promising players, but today there is a lot of information that he himself confirms on the field, which suggests that his game practically buries all the future results of his team.

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Quote from: Reid on July 05, 2019, 11:15:40 AM

Still no news about Kawhi.

On the contrary (sorta), the private jet that got him to Toronto yesterday to meet with the Raptors is now headed back to San Diego. Grin

(source).

Lakers bound? News should break out within 2-3 hours from now.

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Quote from: harizen on July 04, 2019, 11:04:02 PM

Quote from: Shinpako09 on July 05, 2019, 05:00:37 AM

I hope Russel can fill that gap GS needs without KD.

Without KD, they are struggling to win since they lessen out of the players who can shoot the ball. In the past, those three, Steph, KD and Thompson is a threat to the opponent, without KD, that will be Steph and Thompson.

Why Russell should fill that gaps? I mean why hope and expect him to do that?

The young guy will surely contribute to the team no matter what but not to the point he must fill the gaps needs because KD is now gone to Warriors. KD and Russell have a different style and Russell just needs to slowly blend his gameplay on how Warriors play. Yes, chemistry is a must.

As I mentioned here, Russell will be on starting lineup and will take Klay Thompson's spot at the first phase of the season while the latter is still on the recovery period. That's the best time to showcase what he got. He needs to make some big adjustments as his role to Brooklyn Nets is really different once he played for the Warriors.

Correct.
What he really need by now is to absorb the chemistry that the GSW had. I dont think it is that hard. A lot of players came in and out to that team and they did pretty well.
I am more worried about the switches in defense.
Remember, offense always attack Steph Curry. He shouts on the floor for switches if he is on a mismatch. I guess Russell just need to know about that since offense will be easy for the team.
Defense still wins a championship.

Still no news about Kawhi.

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Quote from: Baofeng on July 05, 2019, 04:36:59 AM

Quote from: Baofeng on July 05, 2019, 04:36:59 AM

Warriors now lack offensive power because Kevin Durant was not into them anymore? Sounds funny! They were able to reach the finals 2 consecutive times prior to Kevin Durant's arrival and others will say that Warriors is now done? Warriors still have their original drafts that made the team reach the top.

And why feel sad about that? Don't you want a balance and much of a close game challenge between two teams? Talented players should be spread out in different teams especially in the low-rank teams. I miss the old times where it's unpredictable who will reach the Finals.

I also think this is one of the reasons why Durant left. When they won 4-0 against Portland, lots of GSW fans says 'do we really need KD"? But KD keeps his cool and even went to the heights of playing and got injured again. I heard that Durant jersey will be retire though, as a appreciation and what he did to the Dubs nation. https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/warriors-announce-theyll-retire-kevin-durants-no-35-jersey-in-statement-thanking-him-for-his-time-with-the-team/

It's a good thing they are parting ways without any issue unlike when KD leaves OKC. Now, there are another contender for Finals in East. Let's see if KD can lift Brooklyn all the way to Eastern Finals because pretty sure Warriors still can do it without him. Now East became more unpredictable.

But isn't it KD can't play at least for the regular games because of his injury? So I don't know if they can manage it with Kyrie as their leader. I think there is more drama in the locker room though. But it was not evident or dramatic as compare to him leaving OKC specially Durant saying that he won't leave, but eventually left and join GSW.

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Quote from: Baofeng on July 05, 2019, 04:36:59 AM

Warriors now lack offensive power because Kevin Durant was not into them anymore? Sounds funny! They were able to reach the finals 2 consecutive times prior to Kevin Durant's arrival and others will say that Warriors is now done? Warriors still have their original drafts that made the team reach the top.

And why feel sad about that? Don't you want a balance and much of a close game challenge between two teams? Talented players should be spread out in different teams especially in the low-rank teams. I miss the old times where it's unpredictable who will reach the Finals.

I also think this is one of the reasons why Durant left. When they won 4-0 against Portland, lots of GSW fans says 'do we really need KD"? But KD keeps his cool and even went to the heights of playing and got injured again. I heard that Durant jersey will be retire though, as a appreciation and what he did to the Dubs nation. https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/warriors-announce-theyll-retire-kevin-durants-no-35-jersey-in-statement-thanking-him-for-his-time-with-the-team/

It's a good thing they are parting ways without any issue unlike when KD leaves OKC. Now, there are another contender for Finals in East. Let's see if KD can lift Brooklyn all the way to Eastern Finals because pretty sure Warriors still can do it without him. Now East became more unpredictable.

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Warriors now lack offensive power because Kevin Durant was not into them anymore? Sounds funny! They were able to reach the finals 2 consecutive times prior to Kevin Durant's arrival and others will say that Warriors is now done? Warriors still have their original drafts that made the team reach the top.

And why feel sad about that? Don't you want a balance and much of a close game challenge between two teams? Talented players should be spread out in different teams especially in the low-rank teams. I miss the old times where it's unpredictable who will reach the Finals.

I also think this is one of the reasons why Durant left. When they won 4-0 against Portland, lots of GSW fans says 'do we really need KD"? But KD keeps his cool and even went to the heights of playing and got injured again. I heard that Durant jersey will be retire though, as a appreciation and what he did to the Dubs nation. https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/warriors-announce-theyll-retire-kevin-durants-no-35-jersey-in-statement-thanking-him-for-his-time-with-the-team/

I think it all started when Draymond Green tells they don't need Durant, when I heard that news before, I was like, Hey! Durant you should leave soon.

A very interesting to watch - KD never got over the Draymond argument – Kendrick Perkins | The Jump

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Quote from: Janation on July 05, 2019, 02:01:48 AM

Warriors now lack offensive power because Kevin Durant was not into them anymore? Sounds funny! They were able to reach the finals 2 consecutive times prior to Kevin Durant's arrival and others will say that Warriors is now done? Warriors still have their original drafts that made the team reach the top.

And why feel sad about that? Don't you want a balance and much of a close game challenge between two teams? Talented players should be spread out in different teams especially in the low-rank teams. I miss the old times where it's unpredictable who will reach the Finals.

I also think this is one of the reasons why Durant left. When they won 4-0 against Portland, lots of GSW fans says 'do we really need KD"? But KD keeps his cool and even went to the heights of playing and got injured again. I heard that Durant jersey will be retire though, as a appreciation and what he did to the Dubs nation. https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/warriors-announce-theyll-retire-kevin-durants-no-35-jersey-in-statement-thanking-him-for-his-time-with-the-team/

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Quote from: Caladonian on July 04, 2019, 11:09:08 PM

Quote from: TravelMug on July 04, 2019, 09:08:55 AM

^^ The core team of Golden State is still intact, so I think they're still a force to reckon in the West. Maybe we can see the old Steph Curry who will lead the team again in the Finals.

I hope Russel can fill that gap GS needs without KD.

Without KD, they are struggling to win since they lessen out of the players who can shoot the ball. In the past, those three, Steph, KD and Thompson is a threat to the opponent, without KD, that will be Steph and Thompson. Steph is a great player, but not as good as KD in terms of defense and offense he can give. I just hope they can still do well. For Kobe's challenge, I hope Giannis can take that on without any pressure.

In terms of offense Russell can fill that up as he's also a good offensive type of a player, but in defense I guess that will be so tough to fill up as KD stand tall and have a good IQ in terms of stopping opponents attack and a big help with their rebounding stats., we all knew how big the slot that's being left both by KD and Iggy, but adjustment will happen for sure.

The Stars will need to fill each others lapses and the system should be fit to everyone, the Warriors always find ways lets wait and see how this team will show up this coming season without those Stars inside their lineup.

The warriors are still a better team but not a super team anymore, this is the balance I like to see and the departure of Durant is a good sign that next season we will witness a good and competitive race going to the playoffs.

Competitive? I don't think so.

There are teams that are now studded with good players, despite not being an all-star. LA Lakers has great players now with the addition of AD, they are now the favorite of the next season. Zion is also one of the new bloods that they are looking at now, but for now, I am still looking at Giannis.

We will find out by next season, we cannot conclude now since it has not stated yet, but this recent changes that happens, I really believe it's good for the NBA and games will be more competitive, at least compared to last season.

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Quote from: Caladonian on July 04, 2019, 11:09:08 PM

Quote from: TravelMug on July 04, 2019, 09:08:55 AM

^^ The core team of Golden State is still intact, so I think they're still a force to reckon in the West. Maybe we can see the old Steph Curry who will lead the team again in the Finals.

I hope Russel can fill that gap GS needs without KD.

Without KD, they are struggling to win since they lessen out of the players who can shoot the ball. In the past, those three, Steph, KD and Thompson is a threat to the opponent, without KD, that will be Steph and Thompson. Steph is a great player, but not as good as KD in terms of defense and offense he can give. I just hope they can still do well. For Kobe's challenge, I hope Giannis can take that on without any pressure.

In terms of offense Russell can fill that up as he's also a good offensive type of a player, but in defense I guess that will be so tough to fill up as KD stand tall and have a good IQ in terms of stopping opponents attack and a big help with their rebounding stats., we all knew how big the slot that's being left both by KD and Iggy, but adjustment will happen for sure.

The Stars will need to fill each others lapses and the system should be fit to everyone, the Warriors always find ways lets wait and see how this team will show up this coming season without those Stars inside their lineup.

The warriors are still a better team but not a super team anymore, this is the balance I like to see and the departure of Durant is a good sign that next season we will witness a good and competitive race going to the playoffs.

Competitive? I don't think so.

There are teams that are now studded with good players, despite not being an all-star. LA Lakers has great players now with the addition of AD, they are now the favorite of the next season. Zion is also one of the new bloods that they are looking at now, but for now, I am still looking at Giannis.

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Quote from: Caladonian on July 04, 2019, 11:09:08 PM

Warriors now lack offensive power because Kevin Durant was not into them anymore? Sounds funny! They were able to reach the finals 2 consecutive times prior to Kevin Durant's arrival and others will say that Warriors is now done? Warriors still have their original drafts that made the team reach the top.

And why feel sad about that? Don't you want a balance and much of a close game challenge between two teams? Talented players should be spread out in different teams especially in the low-rank teams. I miss the old times where it's unpredictable who will reach the Finals.

I will agree with all you said here, stars should be spread in different teams so we will see a close game.
Let's admit it, if we are watching a game and the one team just completely dominated the other team, that's boring, right?
So this recent news of trades and new contract signing is just good for the NBA and the fans, without the fans, they will not be successful, so balance of teams will result to a balance of fans.

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Warriors now lack offensive power because Kevin Durant was not into them anymore? Sounds funny! They were able to reach the finals 2 consecutive times prior to Kevin Durant's arrival and others will say that Warriors is now done? Warriors still have their original drafts that made the team reach the top.

And why feel sad about that? Don't you want a balance and much of a close game challenge between two teams? Talented players should be spread out in different teams especially in the low-rank teams. I miss the old times where it's unpredictable who will reach the Finals.

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Quote from: TravelMug on July 04, 2019, 09:08:55 AM

^^ The core team of Golden State is still intact, so I think they're still a force to reckon in the West. Maybe we can see the old Steph Curry who will lead the team again in the Finals.

I hope Russel can fill that gap GS needs without KD.

Without KD, they are struggling to win since they lessen out of the players who can shoot the ball. In the past, those three, Steph, KD and Thompson is a threat to the opponent, without KD, that will be Steph and Thompson. Steph is a great player, but not as good as KD in terms of defense and offense he can give. I just hope they can still do well. For Kobe's challenge, I hope Giannis can take that on without any pressure.

In terms of offense Russell can fill that up as he's also a good offensive type of a player, but in defense I guess that will be so tough to fill up as KD stand tall and have a good IQ in terms of stopping opponents attack and a big help with their rebounding stats., we all knew how big the slot that's being left both by KD and Iggy, but adjustment will happen for sure.

The Stars will need to fill each others lapses and the system should be fit to everyone, the Warriors always find ways lets wait and see how this team will show up this coming season without those Stars inside their lineup.

The warriors are still a better team but not a super team anymore, this is the balance I like to see and the departure of Durant is a good sign that next season we will witness a good and competitive race going to the playoffs.

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Quote from: TravelMug on July 04, 2019, 09:08:55 AM

^^ The core team of Golden State is still intact, so I think they're still a force to reckon in the West. Maybe we can see the old Steph Curry who will lead the team again in the Finals.

I hope Russel can fill that gap GS needs without KD.

Without KD, they are struggling to win since they lessen out of the players who can shoot the ball. In the past, those three, Steph, KD and Thompson is a threat to the opponent, without KD, that will be Steph and Thompson. Steph is a great player, but not as good as KD in terms of defense and offense he can give. I just hope they can still do well. For Kobe's challenge, I hope Giannis can take that on without any pressure.

In terms of offense Russell can fill that up as he's also a good offensive type of a player, but in defense I guess that will be so tough to fill up as KD stand tall and have a good IQ in terms of stopping opponents attack and a big help with their rebounding stats., we all knew how big the slot that's being left both by KD and Iggy, but adjustment will happen for sure.

The Stars will need to fill each others lapses and the system should be fit to everyone, the Warriors always find ways lets wait and see how this team will show up this coming season without those Stars inside their lineup.

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Quote from: Reid on July 04, 2019, 01:18:18 PM

I hope Russel can fill that gap GS needs without KD.

Without KD, they are struggling to win since they lessen out of the players who can shoot the ball. In the past, those three, Steph, KD and Thompson is a threat to the opponent, without KD, that will be Steph and Thompson.

Why Russell should fill that gaps? I mean why hope and expect him to do that?

The young guy will surely contribute to the team no matter what but not to the point he must fill the gaps needs because KD is now gone to Warriors. KD and Russell have a different style and Russell just needs to slowly blend his gameplay on how Warriors play. Yes, chemistry is a must.

As I mentioned here, Russell will be on starting lineup and will take Klay Thompson's spot at the first phase of the season while the latter is still on the recovery period. That's the best time to showcase what he got. He needs to make some big adjustments as his role to Brooklyn Nets is really different once he played for the Warriors.

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Quote from: sana54210 on July 04, 2019, 10:17:03 AM

If any other team got Durant and Kyrie together they would have been championship contender whereas nets manage to be at best second round team with them.

That is not just that.

It is a good boost to the confidence of this players.
They got 2 of the best players in the NBA and even though Durant is not playing for this year Kyrie will give a lot of impact for the team.
Brooklyn Nets for this year will be a Kyrie show.

Let us not forget also the winner of the 3 point contest. Joe Harris.
If he can give a lot of space for Kyrie to penetrate the paint (which he is good at) then it will be an easy offense for them.
I am just intrigued on how good their plays will be with their new additions.

Now that Russell who is their all star player has been traded, can Kyrie cover up what he did last season?
Yes Durant will not play this season and it will be focused on Kyrie but can he do it all by himself?
His teammates must step up next season if they want to be a playoff contender team. If they can clinch to the playoffs next season without KD, I'm sure they will be a lost stronger when he plays again.

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