I don't think a coach ever wants to let his players accept losing. In a business sense accepting our noncontender status, avoiding injuries, and going for a high draft pick makes sense. But strange things happen that's why they play the games. It's very early in the season and I like the fight. Also, I don't want LaMarcus to get bored and if he and Damian can get some good things going hopefully he'll stay passionate about going through another rebuild. I agree the focus is next year but you also get a lot of time for these new players to get to know each other, players on other teams, and the refs. Rookies don't get calls but they all seem very likeable and their interaction is key for getting calls when they're play off bound. It's all about experience right now.
LaMarcus looked bored last night. Disinterested, even. Disappointing to see. This will be Lillard's team soon enough.
