w/ fans in stands like it's 2019. Buzz is back in the arenas.

Giannis got the Juice now. Feels like he's shifting into another gear this year w/ his game. Disrespectful to not have the Bucks rated at top of the mountain. Mills was a huge pickup for Brooklyn - especially with Kryie out.

GS did a great job of rebuilding their complementary roster. This dude Bjelica was eating the Laker frontcourt up in the 2nd half at will. When Klay & Wiseman come back GS will be right in the elite mix in the West. Dangerous squad.

Lakers chemistry project will have to gel on the fly - and it'll clearly take time - especially when you have 4 key rotational guys already out due to injuries. Bron & AD boss'd out tonight though - and if they can play like that consistently? They'll be more than alright.

Gotta give Russ his time & space to figure it out - because that was one of the worst games I've ever seen him play tonight. He hasn't really played in the pressure cooker in a *long* ass time. This isn't a situation where he's not expected to do anything (like many years in OKC and certainly on Washington) - it's bright lights every night and high expectations. Will take a while for him to adjust.
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