Tuesday, January 22, 2008

State of the Warriors: Partial Answers and More Questions



Well, that was fast. We’re now at the midway point of the NBA season, but it still feels like the ambivalence of the 2007 offseason: optimistic, but concerned about the strength of the team compared to the ferocity of the West. Let’s revisit those 5 questions about the Warriors posed at the beginning of the season:
  1. Is Baron Davis going to stay healthy for at least 70 games? If not, can Monta Ellis, Baron's heir apparent, be trusted to take over?
  2. Can the combined play of Marco Belinelli, Stephen Jackson, and Kelenna Azubuike make up for the scoring and rebounding void left by J-Rich?
  3. Will Brandan Wright show that he is worthy of some playing time, even though Nelson already said that he didn't think Wright was ready yet? Will he be able to help Biedrins snag those rebounds?
  4. Are Kosta Perovic, Stephane Lasme, and Patrick O'Bryant capable of being Andris Biedrins' backup?
  5. Can Stephen Jackson maintain and even increase his level of play from last year? Same goes for Al Harrington, Matt Barnes, and Mickael Pietrus (assuming he re-signs).
Drop some of your answers and opinions about the Warriors’ season so far in the comments. My answers will be up soon!

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