The reality is that the quality that makes this team so likable is not conducive to winning at an elite level. Simply put, this team is too nice; from the coach, to the superstar leader, to the entire roster. "Letting our play do all the talking" is cute and all, but it doesn't lend to winning especially in the playoffs. Stotts is simply too nice. Sometimes you need your coach to get fired-up/T'd to get the refs' attention. You have to play the media game and manipulate the officiating. Jokic has been getting away with so much shit and Stotts hasn't said a word. He did comment about the blatant hit to Kanter's shoulder, but that was it. All great championship coaches (i.e. Phil Jackson, Doc Rivers, Greg Popovich, Steve Kerr) knew how to manipulate the media to get the refs attention. As much as it annoys the fans, it is a necessity. Dame is lauded for his composure and calmness, but I feel he needs to go at the refs to get their attention. He has been getting hit all series with no calls. You need a T to wake up the refs.
Cause being a dick not only determines how competitive you are but how successful you'll be at basketball.
Chunky is my preference... Not very well due to the fact I fear of drowning after my drunk uncle threw me overboard of his boat when I was two years old. My dad had to save me. How about you?
It's not being a dick, it's being strategic. It's not a coincidence that the coaches that have won championships have utilized this strategy.
Stotts will be the coach who wins without that strategy. This series ain't over. Even champion Warriors trailed 2-3 in a series last season.
Joke-dick is a dick - Mo Lucas was a hard-ass who stood up for his team-mates. Which do you think the OP is advocating for? Right now, I would trade half the roster for a Mo, a Kermit, or a Rick Mahorn!
I'm honestly not saying this to be a contrarian. It's what I truly believe. We don't have to be a follower in this league. Let's be a leader. Dictate how we want to win.
If that's the case I apologize. I still think you are wrong, but I apologize for questioning your motives.
See this is the problem with this team, seriously you’re apologizing? Just like this blazer team even our old grouches are too darn nice around here.
This is not true. Sure there are the bad boys and the bulls teams were kinda tough guys( taught to them by the og bad boys) But one of the biggest dynasties ever had the most passive superstar the league has seen. Tim duncan. The spurs were never bad boys. David robinson still one of the nicest guys in nba history.
I actually agree with this criticism. You absolutely must play with an edge, a chip on your shoulder, and have to be willing to lay the hammer when needed. I think a team can be “too nice”.
