I didn't want to say anything jinxy pregame, but it kind of amazed me how, last game, Kings were in a 7-9th tie, and only had to beat a 5 win team, but couldn't, and dropped to 9th. This game, back in a 7-9th tie due to other teams losing, facing the league's only remaining 5 win team. Very different games for being so similar.
Kings @ Warriors - Sunday, Dec. 15 - 5:30PT/8:30ET
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I didn't want to say anything jinxy pregame, but it kind of amazed me how, last game, Kings were in a 7-9th tie, and only had to beat a 5 win team, but couldn't, and dropped to 9th. This game, back in a 7-9th tie due to other teams losing, facing the league's only remaining 5 win team. Very different games for being so similar.
Kayte Hunter towering over NBA players will always be funny.
NewArena
All-Star
i truly think part of it is rust and overthinking. He knows how well we'd been playing before he returned, and likely doesn't wanna be the new scapegoat around here. i think for us to be working out these kinks with a healthy team this early into the season, that's a major plus.
NewArena
All-Star
no way in the world you could have told me we'd lose Fox and Bagley, and be in sole possession of the 7th seed before we have them back together in the lineup healthy. WOW
So good to see us keep our foot on their necks after that Knick game and it could be a blessing when we look back
So good to see us keep our foot on their necks after that Knick game and it could be a blessing when we look back
Holmes is exactly what we wanted that other guy to be. So glad we have him.
ridingagain
G-League
Amazing how bad the warriors are despite having a couple former all stars. Kerr has proven he can effectively manage egos, but beyond that he seems like a avg coach at best.
parker
Bench
Once Thompson and Curry went out, winning was no longer the main objective.
He got them over the hump. Would be foolish to dismiss him.
Out of curiosity, is there a coach in the NBA that you think could win with this team? Because I don't. In fact, I kind of feel like you could swap their entire roster out with their Santa Cruz affiliate and, aside from Green and Russell, you wouldn't be able to tell the difference.
Im pretty sure he was made to be a star player and people were talking about he’s a max player
Tetsujin
The Game Thread Dude
I mean, they did have a better wing percentage with Luke as their head coach.
ridingagain
G-League
I think several could have them playing harder and at least be competitive (spoelstra, rivers, nurse). Maybe they are just all in on the tank, which they are executing well
kingsboi
Hall of Famer
show me a coach in the NBA that can coach the Golden State G-League team they put out there and I'll tip my cap. Warriors will be right back in the thick of things next season, let's not forget this.
Sactown ExPat
Starter
He’s the Guardiola of basketball. A maestro at the helm of a finely tuned veteran squad, able to conduct all the right music at the precise time—incapable of making a less than great squad more than the sum of its parts.
NewArena
All-Star
I think VF21 was asking about the Golden one center vs the chase building, and i believe the warriors have the same amount of seats or even a bit less.
They mimicked us in the sense that they wanted the fans to feel closer to the action this time. Nosebleeds in the old Oracle arena were ridiculously high.
Unfortunately for the warriors, most of their true fans can no longer afford tickets.
They mimicked us in the sense that they wanted the fans to feel closer to the action this time. Nosebleeds in the old Oracle arena were ridiculously high.
Unfortunately for the warriors, most of their true fans can no longer afford tickets.
steelevt
All-Star
Up 16 late in the third. What did we do differently tonight vs against the Knicks? We put our foot on their throats and pushed the lead to 20+ and cruised to a win. Much better mentality then messing around and seeing that lead cut to single digits and eventually losing the game.
Livinthedream
All-Star
There is definitely rust. It also looks like Bjelica and Bagley are fighting for a spot in the lineup and both guys are pressing. This is usually something worked out in training camp/preseason. When Bagley and the Fox went down, the offensive gameplan changed to fit around who was left. The team held their own during that time and now Bagley is back and Fox coming back. Coaches are going to have to fix it on the fly and quickly.
parker
Bench
Luke did not want to lose this game, so he went with his starters longer to push the 16 point lead to 20 before bringing in the bench in the third.
The other difference is the Knicks punished the Kings inside and on the boards and the Kings had no answer. The Warriors don't have much inside so the Kings weren't being manhandled on the boards.
KingsFanSince85
All-Star
Which player(s) does she tower over? She’s like 6-2, maybe 6-3. Last I checked most NBA players are taller than that.
KingsFanSince85
All-Star
It seats about 400 more for basketball.
KingsFanSince85
All-Star
I’ve always felt the same about Phil Jackson. IMO there have been a lot HC’s that could have won a dozen titles if given the two best or most dominant players of the time for a majority of their coaching career.
It‘s amazing how great a coach is when they’ve got the best talent in the league to work with.
KingsFanSince85
All-Star
Unbelievable that any team could win by 20+ points when committing 29 turnovers. I’m gonna go out on a limb and guess that hasn’t happened all that often.
KingsFanatic
Bench
Glad we were able to beat the Golden State Warriors Practice Squad tonight...........It would have been very embarrassing if he hadn't....
parker
Bench
Believe it or not, the Kings were only favored by 3.5 points, so at least bettors weren't putting money on them to blow out the GSW practice squad.
iowamcnabb
Hall of Famer
I wasn't able to watch the game live but just caught the replay. Just a few of my observations
I thought it was one of Buddy's better overall games this year. He really played within the offense and looked to get his teammates involved.
Bagley showed why he was one of the top players in his draft but is still raw as hell. Lost on D and occasionally wild with his offense. Still, he has something to build on
Holmes had another below average game and just doesn't seem to have great rhythm right now
That little burst in the 3rd quarter when the kings extended their lead was some of the best ball they have played all year. Granted it was against a depleted team but they moved the ball exceptionally well and got good shots.
I thought it was one of Buddy's better overall games this year. He really played within the offense and looked to get his teammates involved.
Bagley showed why he was one of the top players in his draft but is still raw as hell. Lost on D and occasionally wild with his offense. Still, he has something to build on
Holmes had another below average game and just doesn't seem to have great rhythm right now
That little burst in the 3rd quarter when the kings extended their lead was some of the best ball they have played all year. Granted it was against a depleted team but they moved the ball exceptionally well and got good shots.
jcwkings
All-Star
No coach can win with that G league roster.
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