The Warriors will begin the defense of their title in a few weeks and for this adventure, considered pleasant by Steve Kerr, the coach hopes to breathe his executives by relying more on his young talents.
We think in particular of James Wiseman, back after a white sophomore season in 2021/2022 and a shortened first rookie year in 2020/2021.
“He played a lot this summer. Lots of practice matches”constate Steve Kerr pour « The TK Show ». “His knee is fine and he is in good condition to arrive at training camp. In addition, as we are complete, unlike two years ago for his first year, it will be easier for him and for us to be in a position to succeed. »
Another highly anticipated young player in 2022/2023: Jonathan Kuminga. The strong winger, with his power and physical qualities, showed good things in the second half of the season and these promises will have to be confirmed.
“When it came out, Bob Myers and I called each other to wonder where it came from? »
“Kuminga had a great summer, doing everything we asked of him,” explains the coach with the four titles. “He has traveled a lot as he played for his national team this summer (the Congo), but he worked hard. »
We would therefore be far from the comments made by Stephen A. Smith. In August, the ESPN journalist, never the last to give a clear opinion, claimed to have heard that the youngest holder in the history of the playoffs would not be serious enough or hardworking enough for Warriors now disappointed by his attitude…
“There was this strange comment that was made, from Stephen A. Smith, who was saying things about Jonathan Kuminga. When it came out, Bob Myers and I called each other and wondered where it came from? », says Steve Kerr. “Because it makes no sense. Jonathan Kuminga did what we asked for, he worked hard and I love coaching him. We are satisfied with what he has done this summer and with his involvement. »
