Post-practice interviews: no chance to miss them with the regular season just around the corner. However, what are the chances that the 35-year-old would drop hints about the “not-up-to-the-mark” gameplay of a well-praised power forward?
The media was curious about what expectations the franchise held from the 21-year-old 7th pick of the 2021 draft before entering his $6,012,840 season. Turns out, the new preseason?s top scorer has yet to stand the test of time.
Slow Down a Bit: Stephen?s Advice for JK
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How astonishing is it to just go back in time and look at some of the statements that Stephen Curry made? Last season’s defeat against the Memphis Grizzlies was the beginning of a losing streak for the Warriors. Although the rest of the team struggled to score points and guard the rim, it was Jonathan Kuminga who went all in. Steph said, ?He has to be aggressive?. Then what changed?
In the recent media interaction post-practice, Steph was asked about how he feels about the quick and offensive play of Jonathan Kuminga. Although he praised the newbie, there were also some splashes of criticism.
Stephen Curry said: “I mean you see him play, he?s not patient. Like he?s aggressive and all that. I am just saying, just more the mindset of let it come to you.” He continued: “That?s how everybody you know in this league has gotten. Who?s made it deep into their career and been rewarded financially with wins and all that type of stuff? That?s how you get there.??
Well, Chef has set his tone, which is a ?beware? sign for the power forward to take it slow.
Jonathan Kuminga Is About to Overshadow Stephen Curry?
The remarkable 26-point display, shooting 9 of 12 field goals, and scoring 3 points this season while playing against the Los Angeles Lakers made everyone think that Kuminga might take over as the new ?Golden Boy?.
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The change in mindset to get more confident and now being able to take a wide-open three-pointer while overcoming the hesitation to handle the ball beyond the arc is a significant improvement for the junior player. With praise coming from head coach Steve Kerr and even the headlines of the tabloids, the rookie seems all set for the regular season.
In the last game, the Warriors swept the game with a 121-115 score against the Sacramento Kings, registering 28 points, 6 rebounds, and 1 assist during 34 minutes on the hardwood.
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With such a consistent record, is he about to overshadow Stephen in the rest of the games? Or maybe he should shift to a less aggressive gameplay in tonight?s match against the Kings. Let us know what you feel about the newbie power forward.