Warriors' Big Lineup Shuffle: Coach Kerr Out, Two Key Players Say Goodbye to Curry

27/12/2024 90hotness 0likes

Recently, the situation of the Golden State Warriors has been quite confusing, with the team's performance akin to a ship sailing through a storm, unsure of its direction. Once, the thought of the Splash Brothers dominating the league could ignite passion in one's heart. Back then, the Warriors played basketball as if it were a video game, with every move on the court filled with imagination and creativity, truly representing a school of play in the NBA. However, nowadays, the state of the Warriors is like a hardcore action movie suddenly turning into an art film, with a plot so slow it makes you drowsy. Especially in recent games, the Warriors' performance has been quite worrying. Take the game against the Grizzlies, for example; the Warriors' crushing defeat could serve as a textbook example, with a 51-point gap - can you believe it? This wasn't a drill; it was a real match! Throughout the process, the Warriors were like being pinned down by the Grizzlies, lacking any spirit. Both offensively and defensively, there were significant issues; the offense was like picking up a rusty weapon that couldn't break through no matter how hard they tried; defensively, there were gaping holes, with the Grizzlies' inside play virtually unimpeded, and rebounds were lost in a mess, essentially giving the opponent a gift of points. And the root of all this lies with the team's coach, Steve Kerr. Kerr once led the Warriors to break countless records and win three championship trophies, becoming a legendary figure in Golden State. Recently, however, his coaching style has begun to reveal some significant problems, even causing players to murmur behind his back. Honestly, Kerr sometimes comes across as stubborn, insisting on his tactical philosophy and using small guards to compete, even when facing strong opponents, the weaknesses of this approach have become crystal clear. It's worth mentioning the attitude of Joe Lacob, the owner of the Warriors. Recently, Lacob has been quite concerned about the team's future, believing that without adjustments to the lineup, the Warriors might really fall far behind other strong teams in the West. While Kerr's tactical philosophy is undoubtedly respectable, in today's NBA, especially when facing increasingly powerful teams, the Warriors' small, fast, and flexible style seems like fighting tanks with bamboo poles, simply asking for trouble. The inside defense is riddled with holes, rebounds are a mess, and the team's overall competitiveness is clearly insufficient. Speaking of the lineup, the Warriors now face quite complex issues. The team has always favored using smaller guards, but this approach is clearly inadequate when facing teams with strong inside play. Especially against teams like the Grizzlies and Nuggets, which rely on their inside game, the Warriors' small lineup is like ants fighting elephants, with no advantages at all. This is also why Lacob has started to make adjustments to the lineup, realizing that without some changes, the team will eventually be beaten without a fight. Speaking of lineup adjustments, the Warriors' biggest move may be sending away two young players - Pojekmski and Kuminga. The potential of these two players is undeniable; Pojekmski's basketball IQ on the court can be described as a genius, with excellent passing vision, able to operate the court like a big screen. However, the problem is that the Warriors' current style doesn't require too many players of this type but rather needs physically strong players who can compete in the paint. Kuminga, although physically strong and athletically gifted, still has some rough technical movements, sometimes overly relying on his physical talent on offense and frequently having positioning issues on defense. The Warriors have decided to clean up the roster by sending these two young players away, which looks like a complete change in the team's image. The impact of these changes on the team atmosphere is predictable; the once vibrant locker room is now likely filled with dullness and unease. Teammates are worried about their futures, and some veterans are beginning to express dissatisfaction with Kerr's tactical arrangements, after all, everyone knows that the NBA is a results-driven place, and changing coaches or lineups is commonplace when the record isn't good. At this point, the fans' reactions are polarized. Some believe that Kerr's coaching has lost its former glory, and he should give the team a new look, rethinking tactics, especially in terms of defense and inside strength. The days of playing around with three-pointers are over; it's time for tough battles now. Other fans feel that the departure of Pojekmski and Kuminga is truly heartbreaking, as these two young players have considerable talent. If traded to another team, they could potentially become future superstars, leaving the Warriors to regret their decision. Netizens also hold various opinions, with a wide range of views and comments. For instance, one netizen said: Change the coach! Kerr's tactics are outdated. After playing with small guards for so many years, do you really think this can still work in today's NBA? If not, it's time for a change! The Warriors must make changes or risk being left behind by other teams. Look at the teams in the West now; they're all formidable! Another netizen had a different view: I think Kerr can continue, after all, he led the Warriors to three championships, and his contributions cannot be overlooked. The lineup can be adjusted, but the coach is part of the Warriors' culture and shouldn't be changed lightly. Another netizen expressed: Pojekmski and Kuminga are too talented; if they're really traded away, they might be groomed into superstars by another team, and the Warriors would suffer a great loss! In light of these opinions, the Warriors' management is undoubtedly very conflicted. Should they continue to stick with Kerr's tactics or, as the fans suggest, bring in fresh blood and try a new approach? After all, the core player of the Warriors, Curry, is still the soul of this team, with a very positive training attitude. Everyone knows that as long as Curry is there, the possibilities for the Warriors are endless. Even so, whether the Warriors can regain their past glory through lineup adjustments and tactical reforms remains a big question mark. It can be foreseen that in the upcoming season, the Warriors' performance will determine whether they can return to the peak, and these decisions will touch the hearts of countless fans. If they change coaches, can the Warriors break the current stalemate? If they adjust the lineup, can the Warriors successfully find a new approach? All of this is still a mystery. Fans can only anxiously discuss on social media, hoping for the Warriors to surprise them.