(07-12-2022, 09:42 AM)dirkfansince1998 Wrote: I think the concerning part wasn´t just @mavsluvr leaving but a number of posters joining him because they didn´t agree with the way the situation was handled. And it´s concerning that it seems like we haven´t learned anything from the fall out.

(07-12-2022, 09:46 AM)dirkfansince1998 Wrote: That´s why I refered to the @"mavsluvr" situation. I think one of the main takeaways was that even if it isn´t intended as a mod intervention patronizing posts or call outs from a mod come with a certain level of authority. Even if it isn´t intended. Cannot turn the mod hat on/off.

(07-12-2022, 09:47 AM)Kammrath Wrote: What are you desiring that I learn?

(07-12-2022, 09:54 AM)dirkfansince1998 Wrote: Not about you as a person. About the way we as a community handle this. Either standards that are enforced more strictly for all posters. Or even less moderation and total anarchy.
I applaud you because for the most part you are the one that is performing the ungrateful task. The conflicts are a part of the role and I don´t think I would handle it any better.  That´s why I always supported you in your role. And never joined the @Kammrath needs to be removed crowd.
Up to other posters to step up (and of cause that also includes me) and do more.

(07-12-2022, 09:58 AM)Kammrath Wrote: I too wish we had more consistency. I just do not know how to achieve it. 

I honestly don't read this board like I am a moderator and need to be "watching out" for anything. So I only respond when something catches my attention. So inevitably my biases are a huge part of that, my pet peeves are the things I will respond to (e.g. jumping on a new person or misrepresenting the opinions of others in a blatant and purposeful way). I personally don't have the energy or desire to be in "consistent policing" mode, I do that enough with my kids and it is exhausting.

I personally think we do a pretty good job, overall. But would love the community as a whole to continue to improve.

(07-12-2022, 03:45 AM)IamDougieFresh Wrote: Not trying to disrespect you chief, but we’re you high when you wrote this? Because this is exactly the type of thing I would think of on some delta 8 gummies. I can just imagine myself now, high as fuck, chilling with some friends, eating some cool ranch Doritos thinking I just had the most profound thought.

“Guys here me out. If Hardy becomes exactly like Luka he will be top 20 all time. You know what I’m saying?”

(07-12-2022, 02:32 AM)radix Wrote: Hardy is a gym rat. He wants to get better. Hardy will probably study Luka. And it just so happens that Hardy's current weaknesses are Luka's strengths. Hardy lacks change of pace, decision making with the ball and getting separation with patience and control. If Hardy models after Luka, these things will become strengths. Hardy already has the pure shooting stroke and ability to move without the ball. If he adds Luka style magic to his game the way Brunson did, in 2-3 years he will be an all-star. His ceiling is high. 

Very high.

(07-12-2022, 11:31 AM)IamDougieFresh Wrote: Fellows I was attempting to make fun of myself and not anyone else, but it seems I worded this poorly after not being able to sleep.

Apologies to @radix. Please don’t be scared to post because of this. I would love to see more posts from you.

I actually agree with you and am really hopeful Hardy is going to be great.

(07-12-2022, 12:32 PM)Kammrath Wrote: https://twitter.com/tim_cato/status/1546910027839115265

Is this speculation or reporting from Cato???

Wood off the bench? Props to @"F Gump" if true. I was absolutely incredulous at the idea.

(07-12-2022, 12:32 PM)Kammrath Wrote: Is this speculation or reporting from Cato???

Wood off the bench? Props to @F Gump if true. I was absolutely incredulous at the idea.

Quote:Jason Kidd has declared that Spencer Dinwiddie and JaVale McGee will be starters, joining incumbent starters Dončić and Dorian Finney-Smith. I’ve been told the team’s planning to keep Reggie Bullock as the fifth starter. As things currently stand, the team’s splashiest acquisition this summer, Christian Wood, will come off the bench.

(07-12-2022, 12:43 PM)SleepingHero Wrote: Makes zero sense to not start Wood. I can't imagine Wood would be happy about that either. I know Cato is citing his sources, but I just have a hard time believing the Mavs trade for Wood and not start him day 1 and move DFS to the 3.

Someone also asked in the comments: 
Is Wood coming off the bench an educated guess on your part? Or is it something you know as an insider?
And Cato replied just now saying:
I’ve been told this. I’m reporting it. Things can change but that’s the outlook as we stand now.

(07-12-2022, 12:32 PM)Kammrath Wrote: Is this speculation or reporting from Cato???

(07-12-2022, 12:51 PM)omahen Wrote: What the hell prevents them from starting Wood and bring McGee in as his replacement??? In the end it will be same minutes distribution.

(07-12-2022, 12:54 PM)Kammrath Wrote: My guess from what I have seen:

Preserving as much of the dynamic and chemistry from last year. 

I personally cannot imagine any other motivation that makes sense.