The Warriors lost at home, the playoff hopes were slim, and Podzemski became a hidden danger
The Warriors lost at home in the Warriors-Pelicans matchup, and the defeat in this game seemed to undo all of the Warriors' recent efforts. If the Lakers can beat the Pelicans in the next game, or the Kings beat the Trail Blazers, then the Warriors will completely miss out on the top eight in the West, which will undoubtedly deal a heavy blow to the Warriors. Even if the Lakers lose to the Pelicans are a possibility, the Kings are unlikely to miss a shot, given the Kings' desire to return to the top eight and the Trail Blazers' current form. The loss not only slimmed the Warriors' playoff hopes, but also cost them home-court advantage in the first round of the play-offs, which the Lakers easily snatched.
In this crucial game, Podemski's performance was so stunning that he was even dropped by Coach Cole in the final quarter. His performance on the pitch was terrible, and he was full of holes in both attack and defense. Whenever he played, the Warriors' offense stalled and their defense was like a void. And when he sat on the sidelines, the Warriors were able to play a smooth offense and successfully close the gap. This stark contrast makes one wonder about Podzemski's career.
Podemsky's words and deeds off the field are also unacceptable. His attitude towards his seniors is arrogant and rude, and he often makes some staggering moves. In previous games, he even behaved disrespectfully towards Curry, which was completely inconsistent with the identity of a young player. In addition, he has also made some irresponsible remarks in public, which has caused dissatisfaction among fans. These actions not only put negative pressure on Curry, but also damaged the image of the Warriors.
As a young player, Podzemski needs to understand that the NBA is a stage full of competition and challenges. Here, talent and strength are important, but what is more important is attitude and emotional intelligence. A player's personality and ability to manage his emotions often determine whether he can go far in his career. Podzemski needs to learn to respect his seniors, be humble, and control his emotions if he is to make his mark on the NBA stage.
The loss was a profound lesson for both the Warriors and Podzemski. They need to learn from their failures and adjust their mentality and strategy to prepare for future competitions. For Podzemski, he needs to reflect on his words and deeds, and strive to improve his emotional intelligence and ball quotient in order to break out of his own world on the NBA stage.