(05-22-2026, 10:27 PM)Chicagojk Wrote: I saw the first half and then got pulled away. Look at the bench comparison. Looks like San Antonio can compete with Wemby on the bench, while OKC bench roles with Caruso, J-will and McCain. They just come at you in waves. It is quite incredible.
Not saying they are better without him but this year they have played so much without JDUb that him being in and out may interrupt the flow.
Series not over but first time San Antonio got kicked around. Let’s see how they respond..
I've been so impressed by Williams stepping up. It always seemed like he had more of a Dwight Powell role for the team, but he erased that notion tonight.
I don't really think OKC's bench can compete without Wemby, he just had a weird night. He only had like 7 shots deep into the 3rd quarter. Fox being hurt isn't helping matters and while I don't think it's probable, I really wish they could upgrade him in the near future (never been his biggest fan). The offense can get a little weird with Castle, Vassel, Fox, and Harper being guys that can get their own.
(05-22-2026, 10:37 PM)hakeemfaan Wrote: Dirk made those one legged fadeaways, but Dirk also made 3s, and had a couple of winners in the finals where he took the ball at the top of the key and drove, while our shooters kept the defense honest. Wemby needs better play from his teammates.
Actually Dirk and We Believe GSW is what came to my mind tonight. Wemby doesn't need to abuse Caruso with power, he simply needs to be able to get off quality shots over him which shouldn't be too hard with him with getting reps in with a turnaround shot from the post.
The good news is, should OKC go on to win this series, it and the MVP "snub" will be all the motivation Wemby needs.