Shooters around the NBA are struggling. The average 3-point shot percentage is one of the lowest it’s ever been, at 34.2%. Players like Steph Curry, Dame Lillard, Trae Young, and James Harden are all seeing lowered percentages even as great of shooters as they are. One guy who isn’t seeing a dip in his numbers - instead seeing a massive spike - is Nemanja Bjelica.
Read MoreWhen the Warriors drafted Jordan Poole with the 28th pick in the 2019 NBA Draft, the buzz around the pick wasn’t as high. Now, Poole has slowly but surely developed himself into a fine player. It took a while, but it seems that Poole has found his comfort zone.
Poole’s steady progression since his rookie year has been a testament to his work ethic. During his rookie year, to say that Poole struggled is an understatement. But, instead of pouting about his performance, Poole was sent down to the G-League where he steadily improved.
Read MoreWell, we all knew it was coming. After a slow start to the season minus a riveting performance against the Clippers, Steph Curry went nuclear against Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks. While it was a battle all through the first half, the Warriors put on a landslide of a 3rd quarter, depositing 40 points (18 belonging to Steph) and holding Atlanta to just 21.
Read MoreThe Golden State Warriors have a league-best 8 wins and 1 loss. They boast the #1 net rating and defensive rating in the NBA. They are the top scorers, shooters from deep, and have the most assists. They’re 3rd in both rebounds and steals, and 2nd in field goal percentage allowed as well as three-point percentage allowed. Steph Curry is playing below his usual standard, Klay Thompson and James Wiseman are both injured, yet the Warriors are still the top dog in the West.
Read MoreThis season Steph Curry is “struggling” with his offensive efficiency, averaging 25.1 points on 42% from the field and 37% from three-point range. Certainly a dip from last season, but he doesn’t have to put up 40 points a game to lead the Dubs to a win. One category that has been underlooked this season, and most seasons, is his defense. Unlike years past, his defense has improved and there are stats to back that up.
Read MoreA night like Sunday can make Warriors fans forget a lot about the hubbub of the NBA offseason.
And for good reason – Golden State has the current league-leader in 3-pt shooting, and it isn’t Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson or even Jordan Poole, it is offseason pickup Nemanja Bjelica with a gaudy 55.6%.
Otto Porter Jr.’s performance in the victory over Houston also garnered deserved praise, as the veteran went 5-of-7 from distance, good for 15 points along with his nine rebounds. Many a story has also been written about Gary Payton II, with GP2’s performances justifying his selection for a roster spot over Avery Bradley. Andre Iguodala has continued to do Iguodala things, which should come as no surprise from a mainstay of a dynastic era.
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