Criticism may not be agreeable, but it is necessary. It fulfils the same function as pain in the human body. It calls attention to an unhealthy state of things. - Winston Churchill
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I think we can all assume KD is on the trade block as well.
I doubt KD gets moved, but if I’m the Warriors’ GM I’m at least making a call.
No idea what you’re talking about in regard to last year. 😜
As far as this year goes, last night was LOUD at times in Cameron, especially when Roach made that sensational drive to the basket with 24 seconds left and the game hanging in the balance. He blew by Davis and then switched to his left hand to avoid the block from Bacot on his right. He made it look easy, but it was anything but, particularly considering the situation.
My ears are still ringing a bit. Wouldn’t have it any other way, though.
All this talk but Simmons is still the Nets biggest problem
He didn’t seem to be too loved by his former Celtics teammates. Can’t imagine he’s too popular in the Nets locker room right now either. Imagine being asked about all his shenanigans day in, day out, being forced to defend the indefensible, and then he bails in the middle of a playoff race? I suspect there’s at least a few dudes in that locker room who are relieved to see the back of him.
I know Bill Simmons isn't the most popular journalist (if you can call him that), but I always found his NBA Trade Value list one of the more entertaining reads: https://nbarankings.theringer.com/trade-value
3 Dukies in the top 15!
Criticism may not be agreeable, but it is necessary. It fulfils the same function as pain in the human body. It calls attention to an unhealthy state of things. - Winston Churchill
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I really enjoy columns like this by Simmons. It is a shame that he stopped writing as he was a very entertaining read (though his jokes started getting old and he started getting really full of himself). I don't like podcasts and much like some people have a face made for radio, he has a voice made for print (I have a similarly nasal voice so don't need to hear his) so I don't follow him as much as I did when he used to write.
I don't agree with all of his rankings, particularly some of the ones near the top of the column, but it is entertaining and directionally correct.
Criticism may not be agreeable, but it is necessary. It fulfils the same function as pain in the human body. It calls attention to an unhealthy state of things. - Winston Churchill
President of the "Nolan Smith Should Have His Jersey in The Rafters" Club
Stephen A Smith is saying Durant is likely to get traded and claims Boston is his favorite. I know he is a questionable source but he claims Jaylen Brown could be going to Brooklyn.
Criticism may not be agreeable, but it is necessary. It fulfils the same function as pain in the human body. It calls attention to an unhealthy state of things. - Winston Churchill
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bad idea. Boston's chemistry is so good right now, and Brown is a big part of that. They're playing historically good defense and their offense is potent enough to beat anybody. Durant is a gifted offensive player and i don't know enough about his defense, though i assume it is better than average. However, good chemistry is not something a GM should be wanting to mess up.
That was last year. Earlier this season, they were playing historically good offense.
After 5+ seasons, Tatum and Brown are finally clicking. I agree the chemistry is good, but Durant is Durant. A top 15 scorer in NBA history who is still in his prime.
I'm not sure what I'd take. As guaranteed a title win this season WITH Durant or the option to win with a core of Tatum/Brown for the next decade?
Ask a Lakers fan if they'd still make the trade of AD, given it set into motion 1 natty and 3 years+ of ineptitude.
I don't know. Tough choice.
Criticism may not be agreeable, but it is necessary. It fulfils the same function as pain in the human body. It calls attention to an unhealthy state of things. - Winston Churchill
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