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Random Thoughts on a 121-100 Loss in Preseason Finale


      Dennis the Menace Shroeder showed he can ball out. He's quick enough to get to the cup. Knocking down jumpers, hitting threes, and driving and dishing to cutters. This dude is explosive. A guy who annoys you when he isn't on your team. Thank goodness he's ours!

   Jabari Parker looks like a new man with a lease on his basketball life. He looks young, cutting, crashing the boards and playing D. He can be huge to this teams success this year. If he's a hair how he was at Duke, we are in for a good season. 

     Jayson Tatum has a new willingness to drive to the hoop with authority. But he's still shooting threes.. His body has made him more confident in crashing the boards. 

     Josh Richardson came in tonight and made in impact. His Moxy and competitiveness are going to be huge this season. He's a very confident get in your face defensive player. He used to kill the C's, now he can take it to the rest of the league.

     Enes Kanter was doing his thing by crashing the boards. His running ability is something to watch for this writer. Honestly, his role this season can be very important. 

     Romeo Langford looks like he wants to make an impact this year. Maybe seeing 3Smith and PP has motivated him to give it all this year. Fighting for his playing time

     Defense was active tonight and the rotations were good for the most part. They are talking to one another. Which is great to see. Switching and just grinding is plain great to see already. 

     Smart being suspended is a good thing. Sends a message that Ime isn't playing, and tells everyone to be ready and responsible. Also he benched Grant for poor play and complaining to the refs. Showing he is the Coach!  

      Theo Pinson could be a guy who can fit this team as the ultimate puzzle piece that fits anywhere. He can guard multiple positions and has something to prove. 

     If this was a dress rehearsal for the game against the Knicks I fully expect a better effort and a full roster. Step one to Banner 18 starts Wednesday. This writer is pumped for what's to come. 

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