[Game] Sacramento Kings (3) @ Golden State Warriors (6) (WCDS Game 3, 2-0) 4/20/2023 7:00pm Pacific 10:00pm Eastern (TNT)
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Lots of observations about what a loss in game 3 might mean for the Warriors. I am of the mind that if the Kings lose tonight it's not a big deal but it certainly opens up the series. Absolutely the Kings have the advantage in both depths of personnel and momentum and kind of enjoying playing on the road going into tonight's game. The dilemma the Warriors have is that their only hope now is to stretch this into a six or seven-game series. And while yes being the defending champions every game is dangerous at their age, their injury history and their short rotation more games equals more problems and more risk. Before the series started, they wanted to end it quickly that option was no longer available. Obviously, the Kings went to end this quickly while they've got the advantage, and I hope they jump on it tonight. I am of the mind that if the Kings can go up 3-0 it'll be very difficult for the Warriors to sustain any kind of rally for a desperation game that they have to repeat every night for four more games. I really like our odds, both literally and figuratively, this evening. Without green the dho is back on the menu and we can hope to see Keegan and Kevin warming up. I'm going to assume that when Looney has to rest we're going to see some kind of four-guard lineup with Wiggins at center in which case we might actually see Metu play in a fast lineup to match up with the speed and hold the ball at the perimeter.
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I expect to see it but with Dray out of the game and coming back for 4, it makes a lot more sense to foul him out that game. Warriors are going nowhere. It makes no sense to protect them, but they can give him a revenge game and extend the series back to Sacramento for some weeknight ratings.
that's just my take. of course they probably foul him out since the media has written the script on this for the past 48 hours now.
that's just my take. of course they probably foul him out since the media has written the script on this for the past 48 hours now.
Brown isn't concerned about the refs following moron NBA analysts and calling the game in favor of the Warriors. He's talking about being more physical going forward. I like it.
By the way, one player that definitely needs to be more physical in my opinion is Murray. He's out there at the 3-point line getting face guarded by the the likes of Thompson and DDV. Come on, Keegen. You're bigger and stronger than those guys. At the least you should push through those guys into the paint and get some more offensive rebounds. Get in the muck and punish these smaller dudes.
By the way, one player that definitely needs to be more physical in my opinion is Murray. He's out there at the 3-point line getting face guarded by the the likes of Thompson and DDV. Come on, Keegen. You're bigger and stronger than those guys. At the least you should push through those guys into the paint and get some more offensive rebounds. Get in the muck and punish these smaller dudes.
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That might be your solution if you still having trouble finding a way to watch the game (not sure if you were about Game 3).
That might be your solution if you still having trouble finding a way to watch the game (not sure if you were about Game 3).
With Green out and the Warriors relying on Looney and Kuminga to fill the void, I see Game 3 as a major opportunity for Sabonis to take over with one of his vintage regular season triple double games.
Which perhaps just as importantly would open things up for Huerter and especially Murray to get into playoff rhythm and shake off whatever mental block or nerves they’ve been suffering through to start the series.
However, if the refs take the media blitz bait and lock Sabonis into foul trouble early, this might turn into a Steph Goes Hero Ball Mode game. Suddenly the refs use their whistles to open up lanes, create space, and bail Curry out with free throws whenever he drives into traffic without a plan.
If that happens, our best recourse is another Curry/Thompson vs. Fox/Monk duel and that comes down to purely who hits the most shots.
Which perhaps just as importantly would open things up for Huerter and especially Murray to get into playoff rhythm and shake off whatever mental block or nerves they’ve been suffering through to start the series.
However, if the refs take the media blitz bait and lock Sabonis into foul trouble early, this might turn into a Steph Goes Hero Ball Mode game. Suddenly the refs use their whistles to open up lanes, create space, and bail Curry out with free throws whenever he drives into traffic without a plan.
If that happens, our best recourse is another Curry/Thompson vs. Fox/Monk duel and that comes down to purely who hits the most shots.
Yes, it could happen. If you know that Sabonis is going to try to take over things in the paint and I know it and Kerr knows it, what might the Warriors do to compensate? Probably mob Sabonis and leave other guys open and free to roam like Heurter and Murray.
Also, Green is a physical "muck" player. It seems to me that the Warriors are hanging by a thread in the physicality department without him. Looney is the only guy standing between the Warriors and full blown wussiness. Therefore, the Kings should emphasize the muckier stuff of the game - getting loose balls, rebounds, setting screens, banging into guys off the ball, etc. - with players not named Sabonis. (This is probably why Brown is making a point of it). It could be a big game for Len, Barnes, Murray, Lyles (and possibly Metu (if the fouls do start to escalate). I just don't want this team to play ref-scared because of the blowback due to the Green suspension. Go out there and physically abuse these Warriors in good clean fashion.
Also, Green is a physical "muck" player. It seems to me that the Warriors are hanging by a thread in the physicality department without him. Looney is the only guy standing between the Warriors and full blown wussiness. Therefore, the Kings should emphasize the muckier stuff of the game - getting loose balls, rebounds, setting screens, banging into guys off the ball, etc. - with players not named Sabonis. (This is probably why Brown is making a point of it). It could be a big game for Len, Barnes, Murray, Lyles (and possibly Metu (if the fouls do start to escalate). I just don't want this team to play ref-scared because of the blowback due to the Green suspension. Go out there and physically abuse these Warriors in good clean fashion.
Eh, I don’t get this line of thinking. I mean, anything can happen. The Splash Brothers might hit everything they chuck up tonight. But it will have nothing to do with somehow being able to play harder and better just because they are angry or feel backed into a corner.
If they weren’t already trying to play as hard and as well as they could the first two games, they got bigger problems to worry about.
They are gonna try just as hard as they did before. The result might be better, it might be the same, or it might be worse.
That’s it.
If they weren’t already trying to play as hard and as well as they could the first two games, they got bigger problems to worry about.
They are gonna try just as hard as they did before. The result might be better, it might be the same, or it might be worse.
That’s it.
This is it folks. The most important game we have ever played in the last 17 years. They are going to throw everything at us tonight. Haymakers, stomps, the refs, complaints, and it’s on their home floor. They are battered and bruised, but not beaten or vanquished. We must come out with the right mindset and be calm and focused. Their backs are against the wall and they have everything to play for tonight. It will not be easy, but we win tonight and we are knocking on the door to end a dynasty. Someone has to do it. There’s blood in the water and I say go for the kill!
I wouldn’t mind seeing it play out that way, if the officials allow Domas to play and don’t buy into the crap being spewed all over social media.
To me, I think this is a game where De’Aaron needs to go into attack mode from the opening tip. No need to pace himself and wait around for the end of Q3 and the start of Q4.
Just take advantage of Dray’s absence and attack the paint non-stop. Maybe get Steph or Klay into some foul trouble that keeps them off the floor a bit.
I say, unleash Swipa early. Keep it going when MM enters the game. Have Domas pace himself to avoid potential foul trouble or retaliation from the Warriors.
Then unleash Domas late Q3 and early Q4 like they usually do with Fox. Just let him crash the offensive and defensive boards and try to exploit his defender when the opportunity presents itself. And, of course, let him run 2-man games with MM and Fox.
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