How can the Golden State Warriors recover from this season?

It’s hard to believe that a team that has been in the Finals consecutively for the past 5 years is dead last in the Western Conference. As of this writing, the Warriors are 9 and 26. This is largely because of injuries of key players such as Steph Curry, D’Angelo Russel, and Clay Thompson, as well as roster changes. Hardcore Warriors fans ask the question we all are thinking. How can the team recover this season? Scott Jay Abraham.

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A better question is whether or not they would be able to recover. The way things are going now, it would be impossible for them to reach the playoffs, not when leadership and key pillars of the team are decommissioned because of injuries. It would take miraculous chemistry and skill from the bench to come up with a winning streak that would get the team back on track. Scott Jay Abraham.

Perhaps the team should just sit this season out and not force players into a point of breaking exhaustion. The team should just wait for those who are injured to recover and not risk any other players’ condition by forcing them to play like their playoff lives depend on it. Quite frankly, it’s not going to happen. Scott Jay Abraham.

It would also be a prime moment to scout for new talent or cultivate local talent. Before the Warriors’ historic run at the championships, Curry had already been on the team for 5 years. At the same time, Thompson’s addition to the game during their first championship run created an undeniable impact that led to several championship wins. Perhaps it would be best for the warriors to see if they can further develop their bench or scout out possible recruits for the next season. Scott Jay Abraham.

Why did Kevin Durant leave the Warriors?

Durant’s reasons for leaving the Warriors. Scott Jay Abraham

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NBA players often contemplate taking their game to other teams once their contracts are up for renewal. These moves are done in order to find better teams to play with, the chance to win championships, and earning millions of dollars more. With that said, it was a big shock for Golden State fans when they found out that Kevin Durant was leaving them for Brooklyn. Scott Jay Abraham.

The Warriors had an amazing run in the last five years. Five consecutive championship appearances, and winning three of the five. Durant was even declared the Finals MVP twice when they won the said championships. It would seem like a bold and crazy move for a core player like Durant to leave the team, a team which had the capacity to win championships even without him. However, Durant had his reasons. Scott Jay Abraham.

According to Durant, he decided that he would leave as a free agent during his third season with the Warriors after he had suffered from a torn Achilles in the playoffs. It also wasn’t a secret that Durant was interested in playing for New York. However, the move to the Nets instead of the Knicks surprised many. Scott Jay Abraham.

Durant signed a four-year contract with Brooklyn for $164 million. According to Scott Jay Abraham, his absence, along with a string of unlucky injuries on the Golden State Warriors’ starting lineup, clipped the wings of the former champs. Right now, they are dead last in the NBA standings. Scott Jay Abraham.

Lessons from the Warriors’ 2018-19 championship bid

Takeaways from the Warriors’ NBA Finals loss -- Scott Jay Abraham

The Golden State Warriors bid their hopes for a third title in five years goodbye in Game 6 of last season’s NBA Finals, succumbing to the Toronto Raptors. And, with Klay and KD out due to season-ending injuries, the Dubs’ dynasty was over.

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Scott Jay Abraham. It must be noted though that cracks were already showing throughout the past season. Sure, the team got their 57 wins, but not in the same way it had done in previous years. The Warriors were no longer running roughshod of opponents, and they surprisingly folded in many, easily winnable games. Come playoffs, the Dubs even had a hard time disposing of the Rockets and struggled with a Clippers team devoid of stars. Scott Jay Abraham.

What’s clear is that five straight finals appearances took its toll on the team, despite the many crafty playtime management schemes coach Steve Kerr had employed to rest his starters. The loss to the Raptors also highlighted the importance of Draymond Green’s hustle and passing. And that he should make open shots if the team was to dominate. Scott Jay Abraham.

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Another takeaway is that Steph cannot do it alone. Curry needs a partner to dish out those assists and shoots the treys consistently when the defense is focused on him. And the likes of Quinn Cook and Alfonzo McKinnie simply can’t fill that role. The tandem that is the Splash Brothers is crucial to the team, especially when coming from behind in the fourth. Klay’s injury effectively ensured a Raptors’ championship. Scott Jay Abraham.

Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, the Warriors offense was heavily dependent on Kevin Durant to save the day. And missing him (save for a quarter or so, before he got reinjured) proved simply devasting for Golden State. Scott Jay Abraham.

The greatest shooters in NBA history

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The NBA has been the pinnacle of professional basketball in the world for decades. It’s only fitting to see that the greatest talents in the history of the sport have made their mark here. On that note, here are some of the greatest shooters in the league’s history.

Larry Bird


Larry Bird, also known as Larry Legend is the king of NBA shooters. But contrary to popular belief, shooting wasn’t Bird’s forte. He was one of the great all-around players to ever lace up a pair of basketball shoes. It just so happened to be that he was a sniper as well.

Reggie Miller

One of the most dangerous players to every play on an NBA court, Reggie Miller could shoot the ball as well as anyone and he could fire off a shot incredibly quick. He was also an expert at moving without the ball to get free for a catch-and-shoot play.

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Ray Allen

The fundamentals of Ray Allen’s shooting form are simply perfection. Nobody shoots as smooth as Ray, and has led the league in 3-pointers, until the next person on this list showed up…

Steph Curry

Often cited as the greatest NBA shooter of all-time, it’s easy to see why. No player before or since has had quite the shooting ability of Curry. Once he gets past half-court, he’s in range. And he has erased and broken records left and right in the past five seasons.

Steph Curry The greatest shooter in NBA history

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Here’s the thing – when I, Scott Jay Abraham say Steph Curry is the greatest shooter in NBA history, I don’t do so lightly. It’s easy to write what I say off due to me being a huge fan of the Dubs. But hear me out.


Over the years, the NBA has seen great shooter after great shooter emerge, from the indomitable Larry Bird to the mercurial Reggie Miller to the purely dependable Ray Allen. However, all these guys as great as they were, never really set single-season records that most of us know will take decades to be broken.

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Some shooters, such as the aforementioned Ray Allen and Steph Curry’s father, Dell, may even be more efficient shooters than the Dubs’ superstar point guard, however, the discussion of the NBA’s greatest shooter isn’t all about efficiency and shooting percentages.

Steph has developed two aspects of his jump shot which makes me believe him to be the top sniper of all-time. First, he has almost unlimited range. As soon as Steph brings the ball past half-court, he’s within range, which is unheard of. Second, and just as important is that Steph has developed such a quick release that it takes less than a second to fire off a shot.

With these two qualities, combined with his accuracy, Steph has shattered so many records in the past seven years, and continues to do so.

I’m Scott Jay Abraham, and I believe Steph Curry to be the greatest shooter in NBA history. Change my mind.

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Which NBA teams should you keep an eye on this season?

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It’s incredibly important for basketball teams to keep improving. Be it on or off season, teams must always be grinding, getting better at handling, offense, defense, and overall play. Through scrimmages and other practice games, teamwork is made stronger and bolder. The 2018-2019 season promises a lot of action for teams and fans alike.

The Indian Pacers made one of the greatest trades last year, moving Paul George for a young star, Victor Oladipo. Indy is excited for the current season with such as Oladipo and Myles Turner joining the team. A top-4 seed is almost guaranteed this year for the Pacers, as the team had a great run the previous year. The Chicago Bulls is not a stranger to both the limelight and the sidelines. The Bulls used to be Lebron’s biggest competition back in the East before regressing. With building blocks like LaVine, Dunn, Markkanen, and Wendell Carter, the Bulls are set to improve significantly this season.

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The Denver Nuggets, after grabbing the steal of the draft in Michael Porter, picking up Isaiah Thomas, and re-signing their star Center for an extra five years, might finally be able to reach it. The Nuggets can take a spot in the playoffs, with a stable lineup and with other teams regressing this season.

The Los Angeles Lakers have a couple of veterans mixed with young guns. The legendary franchise has a lot to offer, but fans are curious as to how the team will improve throughout the season in terms of playing well together.

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Will DeMarcus Cousins stay with the Warriors after this NBA season?

The mere fact that DeMarcus Cousins himself chose to join the Warriors is incredible for the Golden State franchise. After all, having Cousins in the lineup makes their entire starters All-Stars. It will take some time before Boogie starts playing as he is still recovering from a ruptured Achilles injury, but the Warriors are not in a hurry. They are still the team to beat in the league, with or without Cousins.

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Which brings to the question of Boogie staying put after this 2018-19 season. Most analysts believe that the power forward will surely depart, believing that he only joined the Warriors to chase a title this year. It also doesn’t make sense for him to continue taking a pay cut, as is the case with this one-year deal of $5.3 million.

Cousins should be a great fit for the Warriors, providing needed inside presence and height for a team that generally plays small-ball. Unlike most other big forwards, he is agile, can run the floor, and shoot threes. He would help space the floor more for the team’s shooters while providing needed rebounds and another passing option for Durant and Curry during drives.

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But while it’s not easy to speculate about his future decision, especially because he has yet to play a single game in Warriors uniform, the likelihood is high that he will leave during free agency. The main reason for this is that management will not have the money to keep him anyway, especially if he demands a higher pay should the Warriors win the title anew.

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Quick guide to buying Golden State Warriors memorabilia

There are several types of Golden State Warriors memorabilia that fans can collect as a way to profess their love for their favorite NBA team. They can be classified into three – new items, autographed items, and game-used items, with the latter two deemed most valuable given their unique characteristics. They are most likely to increase their value over time, too. 

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New items 

Fans can purchase a wide range of Warriors gear, including apparel, car décor, home items, and tailgating items. Show off your team spirit by dressing in Warriors jersey, jacket, and other outfits, or don that baseball-style cap or knit winter hat. Decorate your home or car with flags, bedding, bumper stickers, or decorative floor mats for when you want to beam with GSW team pride.  

Autographed items 

Athletes’ signatures, ever in demand, can be obtained at personal appearances, post-games, open practices, and even chance encounters. Some enterprising individuals have even built a business out of obtaining these signatures and selling them to fans and collectors. Beware, though, of forged signatures and reproductions passed off as the real thing. Autographed items include player trading cards, apparel such as jerseys and hats, and paper items such as programs, ticket stubs, or player photographs. 

Game-used items 

Even without signatures, these objects used in games are considered to hold the highest value of sports memorabilia. It’s typical for die-hard fans to spend quite a fortune on jerseys, game balls, nets, and even court logos, especially if they’re from defining games such as championships or if from big-shot players such as Stephen Curry. 

eBay (under Collectibles & Art), as well as many sports memorabilia websites, offers these collectibles for GSW fans to collect, display at homes and cars, and enjoy for a long time. 

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NBA Super Teams From the ‘80s Onwards

With the Warriors and Cavs dominating the NBA season, the discussion on the age of NBA super teams has begun. However, what many people fail to realize is that super teams have been around the league for the longest time. Let’s take a closer look at the super teams of the ‘80s and ‘90s.

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Los Angeles Lakers
Led by Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, the Lakers of the ‘80s were called Showtime and for a good reason. They not only dominated most of the league, but they also did it in such a fun fashion that watching them became an event itself.

Boston Celtics
The only team that could beat the Showtime Lakers was the other super team of the era, the Boston Celtics. With tough, gritty, basketball genius Larry Bird and the front line of Kevin McHale and Robert Parish, the Celtics of the ‘80s were intimidating and unstoppable.

Chicago Bulls
Arguably the greatest super team in NBA history, the 95-96 Chicago Bulls had it all. They had the greatest player of all time, who was also the highest scorer. They had three of the best defenders and the best sixth man. They had the coach of the year. They also had a 72-win season, and most importantly, the championship.

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Houston Rockets
Moving on to the ‘90s, when Michael Jordan retired, it left a hole for the greats to win a ring. Unfortunately, the Houston Rockets did so – without a super team. Their super team came a year after Jordan returned to dominance, and the Rockets got a hold of Charles Barkley. Their big three? Hakeem Olajuwon, Barkley, and Clyde Drexler.

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Keeping Their Heads in the Game: The Golden State Warriors Making History in NBA

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People thought The Golden State Warriors were at risk of losing their first game this season in NBA when they faced-off with the San Antonio Spurs. When the two teams met for the first time in the regular season, the then “rookie” team Golden State Warriors beat the Spurs by 30 points, ending the game at 90-120.

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The last game did not live up to the hype. While the Spurs played well, the Warriors played a notch higher. Curry was great on defense, and was a sharp shooter as well. Fans thought it was because of Duncan’s absence due to a knee injury, but the Warriors did not need to explain a lot about their win because their stats say a lot about how good they played the game.

Just like the Warriors, the Spurs were also undefeated (that is, before the GSW beat them for the first time this season), and won 33 straight games in San Antonio. They have beaten giant teams including the Celtics and the Hawks. Sadly for Spurs fans, the Golden State Warriors were as good as their team—or even better.

Can the Spurs get their crown back? It is hard to say for now, but the Golden State Warriors are showing solid performance—one that is for the books. Truly, the Warriors are making NBA history.

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