I had not thought of the similarities between Hardaway and Spencer--that's a great comparison.
Spencer is such a different player when Luka is absent--he defers to Luka and the iso-ball moments are greatly reduced when they play together, probably because Luka is so ball dominant. I'll be really glad to see Marshall back and I really enjoy watching Grimes play.
Great analysis. Defensively that was a hard game to watch.
My only real concern is long term health of this team. You make great points about our new role players this season! It takes role players rising to the occasion to win championships.
Yep, let's hope for another similar come together+health post all-star break run that we've seen last season. This version has even more promise than last year's...but also more things to figure out on both ends.
I like your comments on Lively's hook shot. If he gets firmly confident with this shot, opponents will be forced to respond defensively, which should help open up some perimeter plays. If the team can use this crucible to learn how to play effectively, absent Luka and Kyrie, then the league should worry when everyone gets healthy.
I had not thought of the similarities between Hardaway and Spencer--that's a great comparison.
Spencer is such a different player when Luka is absent--he defers to Luka and the iso-ball moments are greatly reduced when they play together, probably because Luka is so ball dominant. I'll be really glad to see Marshall back and I really enjoy watching Grimes play.
Great analysis. Defensively that was a hard game to watch.
My only real concern is long term health of this team. You make great points about our new role players this season! It takes role players rising to the occasion to win championships.
Yep, let's hope for another similar come together+health post all-star break run that we've seen last season. This version has even more promise than last year's...but also more things to figure out on both ends.
I like your comments on Lively's hook shot. If he gets firmly confident with this shot, opponents will be forced to respond defensively, which should help open up some perimeter plays. If the team can use this crucible to learn how to play effectively, absent Luka and Kyrie, then the league should worry when everyone gets healthy.