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Yes and they’d say the same thing about Kyrie, KD, and anyone else you asked them about. Players are always going to say bubbly things about other players when asked. Listen we can move on. I think DM is legitimately a good dude, that doesn’t mean I’m buying everything he’s selling. Let’s revisit this in a few years and see where it’s at. KD was young and lovey too once upon a time in OKC.
Players don't always say bubbly things... and that's not what I'm referring to. It's more the guys like Mikal Bridges saying he and DM talked when he was traded on draft night and that they are close... lots of other dudes have said similar things. He a charismatic guy... nothing kills charisma like being unauthentic... but sure.
Kyrie was always a bit of a mystery and moody... KD is genuine imo… He is too much of a people pleaser and has rabbit ears. those guys left teams... not saying DM will or won't leave us... no reason not to believe he is completely real though. I don't remember him saying he would stay here his whole career. Said pre-draft he wanted to be here... he's been consistent with that, but things can change.
For every Kyrie or KD there is a Steph or a Dame. I don't think DM is a phony... I've seen too much evidence to the contrary. If he leaves Utah in a few seasons it really won't change that for me.
But I agree... we can bury this convo… I'll root for the guy and you wait for him to slip up... sounds like a fun way to live.