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[omahen]

Really? What's your read? 

My thinking is that we know firsthand that Wood's agent enjoys calling media members and making bold claims. It makes total sense to me, because everyone else who matters is playing. A lot.

I don't think a media outlet like The Atlhletic with Shams would reduce themselves to be Woods mouthpiece in the first place. They specifically mention 6 different sources talked to them.

Article specifically mentiones the moment (December 23rd) when Ham decided to move Russell to the bench and start playing without a PG in the starting line-up. And then talks about struggles while experimenting with line-ups. The disconnect is what players and coach think is the reason for bad results. Ham is "blaiming" injuries to a couple of role players, while players said in the post game conference that players being out should not be an excuse.