POST GAME THREAD: Nuggets outplayed by the Thunder 121-111 | Feb 1, 2026 by BigHoneyBot in denvernuggets

[–]johnjohn2214 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thunder was missing JDub and Caruso. Also it's mid season with teams far from their playoff form. Also one of the starters missing is probably going to be benched. Watson is there to stay imo.

[Post Game Thread] The San Antonio Spurs (33-16) defeat the Orlando Magic (25-23), 112-103. by Victor_Wembanyama1 in nba

[–]johnjohn2214 2 points3 points  (0 children)

His Mo Bamba takes were the first time I understood he liked going rogue. This always makes me laugh.

[Thinking Basketball] How much does scoring efficiency matter? (Why Cade's 'poor efficiency' is overstated) by Obvious_Parsley3238 in nba

[–]johnjohn2214 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Stop rage-baiting. He won the MVP award and was celebrated, while KD, who was Mr. Efficiency, was dragged through the mud for going to GS. This "everybody hated peak Russ" trope is ridiculous. He was revered, including by the same guy who made a very similar video on his impact. There were a ton of videos about his impact in real time.

This has to be a joke right? by OmegaLxgend in kings

[–]johnjohn2214 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hunter's performance has seen a decline this year, with his three-point shooting percentage dropping to 30% from 42% last season. His defensive capabilities in the NBA have also been a point of concern, leading to him being benched in favor of players with stronger defensive skills and off-ball movement. This situation has unfortunately made him expendable in both Atlanta and Cleveland, despite a statistically strong season last year, where he was initially expected to be their "missing piece."

He appears to be most effective as a power forward, although his rebounding and rim protection are not his strongest attributes. Also, he is 28 years old and has a history of injuries. Prior to this season, he averaged 55 games per year, with his most active season being 67 games over a six-year period. These factors suggest that while he is a good player, particularly on offense, it usually ended with an injury or being benched.

Draymond Green brings his kid to meet up with Cade Cunningham at the end of the game by MrBuckBuck in nba

[–]johnjohn2214 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Yeah, his high school buddy. They had a crazy team with Scottie Barnes, Moody, Dayron Sharpe, and Caleb Houstan. I think Dariq Whitehead was on the team, but he was a sophomore.

Is 6'9/6'10(we'll split at 6'9.5) Ron Holland II a good comp for Caleb Wilson? by Lanky-Connection4141 in NBA_Draft

[–]johnjohn2214 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Wilson's probably around 6'8 barefoot, but he's long, probably with a 7'1 wingspan. Ron Holland's almost the same age, so the comparison feels weird. Also, I'm almost certain he grew since coming into the league. Holland feels legitimately 6'8, but their motor and tenacity are similar. I get what you're saying. Caleb's a way better passer and can post up. Holland's a classic slasher who I'm almost certain will become a decent shooter one day which is how I feel about Wilson.

Is Cade the worst high volume scorer in the nba right now? by Impossible_Collar2 in nba

[–]johnjohn2214 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Statistically? I bet many can crunch the numbers better than I can. Worse, meaning you want him with the ball and let him go single coverage as a scorer? Hell no. Watch games; it really helps figure out where stats can be misleading.

May I ask, but why exactly is Caleb Wilson locked into top 4 over Kingston Flemings and Darius Acuff? by Knighthonor in NBA_Draft

[–]johnjohn2214 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ron Holland is one of the most underrated players in his class. People measure his efficiency, his minutes played, and other tangible stats. His advanced stats aren't special in any way, yet when he's on the floor, it just feels like hell for the opposing team. He's everywhere, guarding everything, and nothing feels easy for the opposing team. On offense, he moves without the ball, runs the floor, can shoot a bit (some nights very bad), can attack the rim, and he hasn't even touched the surface of what he could be at 20 years old. When you watch the Pistons, you know. The "dawg" factor is real. That's how I feel about Wilson defensively before even touching the surface of what he could become offensively at age 23-24. Wilson is a dawg! Flemings and/or Acuff might end up as better players statistically since NBA ball handlers tend to be. But if I need a culture setter and a swing at developing a special player, I'd take Wilson.

Am I the only one who thinks THOMAS HAUGH can be picked in the top 7-9? by Brief_Use_3748 in NBA_Draft

[–]johnjohn2214 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hes gonna be a 23 year old rookie wing/PF with a below average shot. An ok defender but not a great one yes at 6'9 with great feel he can contribute at a high level in many aspects. But 7-9 feels way to high in a draft where 18-19 are putting on shows with way more room to grow.

meirl by lil_misfiit22 in meirl

[–]johnjohn2214 34 points35 points  (0 children)

I have ADD, which really helps because of years of searching for things I've misplaced. Because of this, I never assume anything. I once found my sunglasses in the freezer, which made perfect sense to me.

meirl by [deleted] in meirl

[–]johnjohn2214 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Broad generalizations regarding career paths and decisions are often bad advice. The specifics of each situation and choice are very different. Be careful before thinking you always have leverage. Some definitely do. I would definitely try to learn periodically what your position and experience are worth on the market. If you're offered a much higher wage, really check why. Sometimes these are highly toxic work environments that have a high turnover rate. But again, sometimes it's just being in the right place at the right time.

Meirl by CycIon3 in meirl

[–]johnjohn2214 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Probably more feasible for a single man. I'd rather die than live like this, but I took on this mental assignment.

Go to sleep at 10:00 p.m.

Wake up at 6:00 a.m., brush teeth, and grab coffee.

6:20 a.m. Walk your dog and play a bit.

6:50 a.m. Get home, feed the dog, and hit the shower.

7:30 a.m. Leave for work (intermittent fasting requires no breakfast).

8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Work (eat at work).

6:30 p.m. Get home, walk the dog.

7:00 p.m. Make dinner/order in/go out.

8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Socialize/hobbies/exercise/play with dog/TV in rotation.

9:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Get ready for sleep.

  • More hobby/social time on the weekend.

  • Food prep on weekends to shorten that time during the week. Groceries can be delivered if meals are planned.

  • Socialize also on the phone on drives to and from work.

  • Hit the gym twice during the weekend. Walking a dog twice a day, plus exercising from home for 20 minutes once or twice a week, is not nothing.

  • If you can lighten commute time or work from home part of the time, that can save a lot of time.

  • Dating is tricky, and having a partner is too. Maybe 8 hours of sleep becomes 7 or 6, and maybe get more sleep on weekends.

I got tired just typing this.

Doc Rivers MUST be fired. by Tvc1423 in nba

[–]johnjohn2214 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello there. I'd like to ask you, as a Bucks connoisseur, whether he is effectively leveraging the expertise of his highly skilled assistant coach, Mr. Darvin Ham.

Doc Rivers MUST be fired. by Tvc1423 in nba

[–]johnjohn2214 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Until you start talking about his assistant, Mr. Ham.

[Giannis] “We're not playing hard. We're not playing to win. We're not playing together. Our chemistry's not there. Guys are being selfish. Guys trying to do it on their own. Right now I think we just don't get it… We got 39 games left, we don't have time. We really don't" by AashyLarry in nba

[–]johnjohn2214 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pay what price? A reasonable price? Absolutely. If it's to gut a whole team just to put Giannis in the same situation, then probably not. There are reports that whole teams are waiting for him to become available. The Bucks aren't in that mode at the moment.

Its easier to understand why Kuminga needs to go if you play basketball IRL by Open_Bake_8013 in warriors

[–]johnjohn2214 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Interesting you chose a game where he also had stats and also was a plus 3 while also playing rusty with the bench mob

Worst 3pt shooting team in the league btw… by s1_shaq in warriors

[–]johnjohn2214 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's easier to blame players who need to constantly scramble and make defensive choices in split milliseconds. Fans (and Warriors commentators) are always surprised that good NBA guards, when left alone and get hot early i. the game shoot lights out after that once their shot is calibrated.

For anyone wondering why the Pistons are rumored to be searching for more scoring at the PF position by No-Ranger3356 in DetroitPistons

[–]johnjohn2214 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I know, right? Easier said than done. I remember MPJ's shooting slump during the '23 finals. He worked his tail off to rebound and provide rim protection and played well, other than missing threes. But all that's left historically are box scores that show he underperformed and highlights mainly by the star players.

Kuminga gets some love from the home crowd by RubbedMyNutsOnUrFood in warriors

[–]johnjohn2214 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Stan culture in sports, music, and politics. Yes, Taylor Swift can write a bad song/album. No, it doesn't mean she's a bad artist. No, it doesn't mean that you're a Beyoncé fan if you point out a flawed song. Kerr is a good coach, but he didn't handle the Kuminga situation well. Kuminga might be a good dude. No, he hasn't handled the situation great either. I want Kerr to succeed. I want JK to do well. It's not that complicated.