Preseason was reps with these guys to allow them to work together. It was a chance to let Q see what combo's did together. It was time for the team to get back into shape a bit, try to get their shots, and communicate.
These are the insights I got.
This is basically a first year together and will take a little time to gel as a whole.
DM is ready and is ripping the nets if the Portland game says anything.
Gobert is ready, but is on autopilot.
Ingles is ready and fine as 6th man, and his trash talk game is at about 90% after that preseason technical directed at the ref.
Royce looks good.
Conley is getting up to speed fast.
Bojan is breaking the rust off slow.
Green looks like a bright spot.
Davis... I might be a little disappointed so far tbh.
Mudiay, I really liked what he brought against Portland and I think he could be a stellar addition to this team as time goes by.
Exum = myth. I'm Jekyl and Hyde on him. Sometimes I hold on to hope, and other times I say cut your losses because he will just get hurt again.
Bradley has been a pleasant surprise. He could actually bring something to this team this year.
Niang seems to either be the same, or to have regressed a bit. Tough to really tell, pre season and all
3 spots for these guys - Howard, Kidd, Oni, NWG, Collinsworth (Howard, Oni, NWG) That leaves Kidd and Collinsworth out imo. I'd make a case for Collinsworth if he could shoot the 3. A PG that set the NCAA record for triple doubles doesn't come around often if ever, there are some definite skills there if he can develop.
2-way contracts - Brantley, JWF -- Brantley looks big and athletic. If he develops more he could make a strong case for regular time on this team going forward.