Gasol's Argument

To begin with did you know Steph curry was drafted in 2009 according to wikipedia . According to the article “ warriors history index “ it states; “ the golden state warriors are the one only three charter member of national basketball Associations “ this proves the golden state warriors is one of the best teams to last though all of Basketball today. The most scoring player in the NBA was on the golden state warriors name, Wilt Chamberlain. According to the article “ 18 thing you might not know about the golden state warriors “ it stated; “

The era of "Big Three" in Miami was over and with this all happening to the team, could this mean that the Heat is on the verge of going down? Although they got one of the most promising center and future All-star in Hassan Whiteside can he single-handedly carry the team? A recent report says that the Heat is still looking for the trade market for a possible deal.

The Spurs own one of the best records in basketball despite an injury plagued first half dealing with Tony Parker’s ankle, Manu Ginobli’s groin surgery (out four to six weeks) and Tim Duncan’s sore right knee costing him nine games, in his return offensively he was a non-factor. LaMarcus Aldridge and Tony Parker combined to shoot 9-25 from the field for 24 points in their previous game, with this in mind the Lakers are catching the Spurs at the opportune

After some initial issues with San Antonio over his contract, Ginóbili re-signed with the Spurs and started every game during the 2004–05 season. This was his best season yet as he was selected as a reserve by NBA coaches to the 2005 Western Conference

Patty mills has overcome many challenges at the moment his arm is broken and will be out for seven months while the were vs Miami he also had to face to nba lockout which he played for the flying tigers in china then nbl for the Melbourne tigers, He got signed to the spurs and is still playing for them. Patty mills dad

His scouting agents are looking for bench players. Bench players that can rebound and be dominant inside the post as Tim Duncan. Someone else that get to the basket and get others in the game as Tony Parker. Players who can get blocks and guard superstars like Kewhi Leonard.

His field goal percentage is steadily increasing over the past three years that he spent in the league, yet he is not shooting a lot from outside, only having attempted around 1 three pointer each game, and 87% of his field goals attempted are two-pointers, and among those field goals he attempted, 50.2% of them are 0-3 feet away from the basket. It can be seen from his highlights and stats, that he finishes most of his possessions inside the paint or from mid-range. But if he wants to avoid injuries, in order to spend a preferably longer time in the league, and to have a more all-around game, a consistent long-range shooting ability is what he needs the most. In addition to working on his shooting skills, it would also help him join the all-star club much faster if he could learn to create his own shots. Throughout the past three seasons, 50 % of the field goals and 76% of the three pointers that he attempted were assisted by other teammates, so that means he was always on the receiving end of a pass while cutting, running down the court or running to an open spot. What he needs is to able to create shots for himself during an iso play, like Joe Johnson or James Harden. This skill would prove useful in a lot of occasions during crunch times or when his teammates are kept off

Tim Duncan loves the game of basketball. He doesn't mind the money it brings in, either. Yet, unlike many who are clamoring for ungodly salaries in the financial stratosphere, and even refusing to show up to practice if they don't get their huge payday, Duncan has chosen to go the other direction. He took a huge pay cut.

The Blazers are committed to a fault to him, and have handed the keys to the city over to him. Every player that has put on a uniform since Lamarcus was drafted has been because their skill set complements LA’s. In recent years, the addition of Wesley Mathews, Robin Lopez, and Damian Lillard are examples of the Portland’s commitment. Mathews and Lillard are two sharpshooting guards that can also drive to the hoop. Lopez the Yin to Aldridge’s Yang, collecting rebounds and defending the center position. The addition of Lopez is the best example because with him at center, LA is finally liberated from some of his defensive responsibilities in order to free up more energy to preform on offense as a power forward, his natural position. The thing that makes Lamarcus so unique is his unparalleled jump shooting ability, it is what allows him to drag defenders away from the hoop, and potential rebounding opportunities. Lopez is so effective because he is able to operate in the paint one-on-one with his opponent with Lamarcus stretching the floor on the perimeter. LA’s stretching ability not only frees the paint up for rebounds, but also cuts to the basket by Mathews, and Lillard because there is only one big to clog up the lane. These open cuts and drives naturally open up three point opportunities that are exclusive to this style of play. Needless to say, Lamarcus is the catalyst for the Trail Blazers, and without

The Warriors will enter next season as defending champions after a historical run to the Larry O'Brien trophy. The Cavaliers made the finals and pushed Golden State to six games despite missing three opening-night starters, two of which are all-stars. Thus far this offseason they have resigned Kevin Love, LeBron James, and Iman Shumpert. They intend to do the same with Tristan Thompson and J.R. Smith. They also added Mo Williams and are showing interest in big time scoring wingmen such as Jamal Crawford and Joe Johnson. The San Antonio Spurs held their core intact while adding LaMarcus Aldridge, the biggest name free agent on the market this year. There front court only got better as they picked up former all-star David West on a discount. Boy have the Clippers been in the news this offseason. To make a very long story short, they resigned the leagues leading rebounder, DeAndre Jordan. Paul Pierce will be back home next year reuniting with Doc Rivers. They also added the talented but troubled Lance Stephenson.

Alright fantasy basketball fans it’s time to for my latest installment of my GF2 team previews. In my latest NBA preview we’re going to take a closer look at a very intriguing team, the New Orleans Pelicans. New Orleans made waves last season and are expected to be even better this year. Star power forward Anthony Davis is by far my favorite guy this year for fantasy, so we’ll stray away from discussing his absolute greatness. We’re going to look at three guys who I have rostered over the last few years who all have tremendous upside.

The Golden State Warriors' recent NBA title will prove to be a turning point in basketball's evolution. While the game has been steadily drifting away from the Goliath vs. Goliath monotony of center-oriented post play, league-MVP Stephen Curry & Co. shattered several prevailing NBA myths when they finished off Lebron James' Cleveland Cavaliers 105-97 in Game 6.

And he has helped to revolutionize the power forward position - even as new power forwards continue to do so today. The competitive old vet will probably always be around basketball, even though he could easily retire with his $315 million.

The younger, No. 8 version of Bryant collected a three-peat of trophies from 2000-2002 while suiting up beside Hall of Fame center Shaquille O’Neal. After some dark days for the franchise after Shaq’s departure, Bryant got a new wingman by way of former Grizzlies All-Star Pau Gasol. The tandem went on to win back-to-back championships in 2009 and

This year's NBA rookies won't revolutionize the league like the class of 1984, which featured Michael Jordan, Hakeem Olajuwon, Charles Barkley and John Stockton. Chances are, it won't upset basketball's cultural applecart like Allen Iverson and Kobe Bryant did in 1996. Nor can it be expected to usher in a new era of talent to an Association in transition, as LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh did in 2003.