02-21-2024, 05:26 PM
I think Brunson wanted to be the lead dog and that was never going to happen with Luka in Dallas.
Jalen showed his ability to lead a team when he carried them through the first few playoff games against Utah. In my mind, that closed the door on any chance he would return as 2nd banana. With the collusion going on between his dad and the NYKs, he knew where he was going as soon as the season ended after GSW won the WCC.
I'm sure OKC felt the same way about Harden leaving for HOU.
Jalen showed his ability to lead a team when he carried them through the first few playoff games against Utah. In my mind, that closed the door on any chance he would return as 2nd banana. With the collusion going on between his dad and the NYKs, he knew where he was going as soon as the season ended after GSW won the WCC.
I'm sure OKC felt the same way about Harden leaving for HOU.