-DRose looked GOOD; explosion there (no issue with the springs), speed there (he was the fastest dude on the court by far) and he LOOKS stronger. He was playing too fast though...you could tell he was extra excited about being back. Once the game slows down for him again, it'll be as it was. He didn't take many jumpers though so I'm interested in how his J looks as it's supposed to be improved.

Also I'm hoping last night was all about anxiety to finally play in a real game because he can't go 150rpm's into the lane like that all season. Being hurt should have taught him 3 things: he can't take all the punishment carrying the team, he needs to let the team carry him via distribution more often and his jumper needs to get better.

-Deng looked good, Jimmy looked good, Taj played to his contract (let's see if he keeps it up all season...would be HUGE for us). Booz looked like he was in shape and healthy. Teague looked more comfortable though he didn't play much. Kirk's activity on the boards was surprising. He looked healthy too.

-Dunny's energy looked great. He has to get comfortable with the defensive scheme's though. But his activity and rebounding was good.

-The rookies looked like come January they might be ready for consistent short run minutes (10-12 a night). Snell looked better but Murphy could be a definite stretch big for us. Once Snell adjusts to the league, he'll be a great reserve for us.

-The defense looks VERY good. Will definitely help us to start the season.

And we won on the road...not bad at all.