The first week of the NBA has been quite unpredictable. The tanking Utah Jazz started 3-0 behind Markennen & Clarkson, the Lakers look so bad that it’s almost funny, the Sixers haven’t won a game & the reigning NBA champs picked up right where they left off. The rookie class looks solid with Banchero, Smith, Mathurin, Murray & Ivey playing very well. I was big on Banchero & really wanted to see him go first overall, he’s a polished offensive player with defensive upside-- which he’s shown so far. Mathurin might be the story of the year but it’s too early to tell so press the brakes on that.
Let’s talk about the Lakers though, since they are the talk of the season so far—for good reason. Pelinka didn’t make the necessary changes & it’s clear they made Vogel the scapegoat. The shooting on the team is downright ugly as the team is averaging nearly 41% from the field & an abysmal 21% from deep. Beverley has more fouls than points, this decline of Westbrook is so sad & Anthony Davis forgot how to shoot a basketball. I wonder if Bron & co. can figure this out.
The Warriors dropped 89 points in the first half last night. That’s it. That’s my part to say on the reigning champs.
The Sixers don’t look like the team they were last year. I’ve seen so many stats on how many times Harden has dribbled the ball compared to the rest of the team, which is such a funny statistic.
Celtics look good. Jayson Tatum is playing at an MVP level & they are also another team that picked out right where they left off. The addition of Brogdon is already looking great, but it’ll only get better when he eventually takes over the starting PG position. I hope they can get Time Lord back soon & have their complete team.
The Cavaliers are going to be a fun team this year. Mitchell looks like he fits right in & this is without Garland. They’ll only get better.
The Hawks scored with the Murray trade.
If the Pelicans can stay healthy, they may be a problem.
Toronto loves having their 2-5 be like 7 feet tall.
It's good to see Zion Williamson, Damian Lillard, Kawhi Leonard & Jamal Murray back on the floor.
Christian Wood has already cemented himself as the best player Doncic has played with.
Thanks for reading & hope to have you back next week!
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