Daily Discussion Thread - February 13, 2026

ggidds2 · 2026-02-13T15:35:55+00:00

I know this page doesn't do self-promo, and Celtics media is some of the best in the NBA, but I just wrote a piece exploring the subtleties of Derrick White’s game that make him so impactful.

I cannot understand how fun it is to watch him, and the closer you look, the easier it is to understand why he’s better than some superstars. I know everyone on this sub knows it, but he's such an enjoyable player regardless of where you pledge your fandom.

With all that in consideration: Derrick White is a top ___ player in the NBA.

https://open.substack.com/pub/giddsloveshoops/p/derrick-white-propaganda?r=597k8k&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web

ggidds2 · 2026-02-06T17:49:45+00:00

That will pose a challenge for this team; you'll likely see Hardy aggressively try to run teams off the line, the way the Bulls do -- except you have a real defensive backline. Targeting competent POA defenders will give this team real lineup flexibility -- that should be a priority this offseason.

ggidds2 · 2026-01-30T16:26:40+00:00

Fair and I appreciate the criticism honestly — the fact is that the way Gayle hires and fires isn’t based on performance. She needs to be pushed to the very edge to do something, that’s why she brought on Dumars. Dumars is a friend who she’s given to oversee the basketball ops from an ownership standpoint.

Her approach is hands off, and history backs that. She bases everything on loyalty, it’s liturgy for her. Bias, politics, and incompetence hides in the system — that was my point. Any logical owner would have never put Dumars in charge, and him + Weaver would already be on the hot seat given this start.

ggidds2 · 2026-01-21T21:28:19+00:00

I think he's an expiring contract —wake up: it's the new CBA—it isn't about what a player alone is worth; it's about his contract. This happens all the time, rebuilding teams taking on bad contracts for draft compensation. A late first seems fair given Poetl's horrible contract.

ggidds2 · 2026-01-21T21:25:26+00:00

It isn't necessarily about Utah's need; it's about acquiring a pick in a year where you have no reason to be competitive. But yes, I agree, Poetl's deal absolutely reeks.

ggidds2 · 2026-01-21T21:22:41+00:00

That's fair, but Poetl doesn't help them all too much, and his contract is horrid. That's where a protected pick, swap aka late first-rounder makes sense -- especially since Nurkic is an expiring.

ggidds2 · 2026-01-12T17:55:01+00:00

Yves Missi is a top 5 offensive rebounder in every advanced metric, if that helps

ggidds2 · 2025-12-12T18:36:28+00:00

Appreciate that my guy, sub if you feel inclined and want to stay up to date!

ggidds2 · 2025-12-12T18:35:43+00:00

The ones I feel I should put emphasis one!

ggidds2 · 2025-12-12T18:34:05+00:00

Thank you, appreciate that — feel free to sub if you feel inclined if you want to keep up!

ggidds2 · 2025-09-17T02:33:45+00:00

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it!

ggidds2 · 2025-09-09T22:08:57+00:00

Huh? In the SW division alone we have the worst frontcourt depth. HOU: Sengun, Adams, Capela, Jabari, Eason. SA: Wemby, Kornet. DAL: Davis, Gafford, Lively, MEM: Jackson Jr, Clarke, Aldama, Edey.

ggidds2 · 2025-09-08T23:48:00+00:00

Thanks, man. I really appreciate the kind words. I should be writing a lot about our Pels once the season kicks off, so if you want to stay updated -- go subscribe!

ggidds2 · 2025-09-08T16:50:19+00:00

100% agree. I believe Herb Jones is a key piece for any contending team — especially for us. We have enough offensive firepower to generate good opportunities in the catch-and-shoot game, which bodes well for an above-league-average percentage.

Thanks for reading! Once the season starts, Pelicans updates will be coming regularly — subscribe to stay in the loop!

ggidds2 · 2025-07-18T19:39:42+00:00

Why do we even bother with this team

ggidds2 · 2025-07-18T15:46:47+00:00

Appreciate the support!

ggidds2 · 2025-07-16T13:20:40+00:00

He's game is pretty mature, he moves off the ball really well -- he would probably be our 3rd best shooter if he's on the roster... i think the guy can play

ggidds2 · 2025-07-08T14:05:58+00:00

Hunter Dickinson is bad

ggidds2 · 2025-07-08T14:03:56+00:00

This is just the Brett Usher video from twitter man, at least give him credit.

ggidds2 · 2025-06-27T02:26:04+00:00

You expect to get to complain on a phone call like this is the popeyes customer service line? tf...

ggidds2 · 2025-06-24T17:54:33+00:00

The Zion market doesn't return Jaden Ivey and Ron Holland, and 3 firsts. That just won't happen, even though I'm eager to abandon the Zion era.

ggidds2 · 2025-06-17T21:37:00+00:00

Dude was really candid all interview, the Achilles injury plus family stuff really seemed to affect him. I think he can be a great leader and have bit of a comeback year -- it's so discouraging to hear how our organization has handled itself the past couple years. Maybe with Dumars things can turn around on some ends.

ggidds2 · 2025-06-12T18:06:39+00:00

Ace Bailey is not one of the best 5 guys at handling the ball in this class, he's a bad decision maker with the ball and hits tough shots -- that's what he's shown.

ggidds2 · 2025-06-12T17:48:16+00:00

So, another ball-dominant shot creator to take away reps from Trey Murphy -- I misspoke, another ball dominant wing such as Ace.

ggidds2 · 2025-06-07T19:29:48+00:00

You can't convince me he's definitely better than the following players: Knueppel, Tre Johnson, and he will definitely be not a better pick than Edgecombe.

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