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While many have been lost for the season, others have missed significant time. One of those players is wide receiver Deebo Samuel, who suffered a Jones fracture during the offseason, missed the first three games, missed three more with a hamstring strain, and will likely miss the remainder of the season after re-aggravating the injury on Sunday.
Lynch hopes the 49ers can find a way for Samuel and his other players to work differently during the upcoming offseason and stay healthy in 2021.
"I watched him work out incredibly hard this offseason," Lynch explained, "and you see it now because these guys are [posting] videos. But Deebo generates so much force with every cut that he makes. I think we've got to help him find a way to work extremely hard but work smart as well because the one thing we know about Deebo, he's got a rare ability. And that combination, when you put will — which he has, I think we all see as a game-day competitor — with skill, and he's immensely talented and driven. So, when you combine that, if you can find a way to keep him on the field, you can be tough to deal with.
"Along with Deebo, we've got to find a way to do that, and we've got to be better in that area. Some of that is luck. Some of that is circumstance. But ultimately, we've got to find a way to have our guys more available because it certainly hurt this team this year. It hurts every team. In general, the league has had more injuries this year because of the circumstances of what's gone on with our not having a traditional offseason and whatnot, but it has affected us, I think, more so than more teams."
Lynch added that the 49ers intend to determine if much of this season's injury woes can be solely attributed to the difficult circumstances of 2020 or if the team needs to make changes to assure players remain healthy.
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They need Wiseman’s size
The Warriors gave up 12 offensive rebounds to the Nuggets and 16, spread over two games, to the Kings. Nikola Jokic, Isaiah Hartenstein and Hassan Whiteside all had stretches in which their size and interior activity level went unmatched by the Warriors who, without Wiseman, their largest player, and Green, their most physical box-out artist, are too small
That was a problem last season, when the Warriors were in the bottom 10 in rebound rate and blocks. It was a problem again in the preseason. But it’s a problem they believe they solved in the draft. We’ll see.
Curry, Oubre and Wiggins – expected to be the team’s top three scorers – combined for 70 points in 83 minutes. They were as efficient as they were deadly, shooting a combined 48.0 percent from the field.
Wiggins had a terrific start, scoring 11 points on 5-of-5 shooting, including one attempt from distance, in the first seven minutes. He finished with 19 points on 7-of-15 shooting, including 2-of-5 from deep, adding four rebounds, three assists and three blocks.
Wiggins was plus-14 for 31 minutes before fouling out in the fourth quarter.
Wiggins and Oubre likely will be the primary variables that determining whether the Warriors struggle to reach the playoffs and cruise in and make some kind of run. They left some encouraging signs in this game.
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-Friday: Off
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Looney and Chriss both own wingspans beyond 7 feet, but they were no match for Whiteside’s sheer radius. His wingspan is 7-foot-7, his standing reach 9-foot-5. He had eight points, six rebounds and three blocks in 11 first-half minutes and finished with 12 points, nine rebounds and three blocks.
Wiseman’s wingspan is 7-foot-6, his standing reach 9-foot-6. That’s enough to provide a strong response to a lot of physical matchups against centers far more skilled.
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| 2020-21 GM Survey, Western Conference Rankings | ||||||
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| Team | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | %Total | |
| 1. | L.A. Lakers | 86% | 11% | — | — | 38% |
| 2. | LA Clippers | 11% | 61% | 25% | — | 28% |
| 3. | Denver | 4% | 21% | 50% | 7% | 19% |
| 4. | Dallas | — | 4% | 11% | 33% | 6% |
| 5. | Portland | — | 4% | 4% | 26% | 4% |
| 6. | Utah | — | — | 7% | 22% | 4% |
| 7. | Golden State | — | — | 4% | 7% | 1% |
| 8. | Phoenix | — | — | — | 4% | 0% |
If you were starting a franchise today and could sign any player in the NBA, who would it be?
1. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 43%
Luka Doncic, Dallas – 43%
3. Anthony Davis, L.A. Lakers – 7%
> Also receiving votes: LeBron James, L.A. Lakers; Zion Williamson, New Orleans
> Last year: Giannis Antetokounmpo – 86%
Which player forces opposing coaches to make the most adjustments?
1. James Harden, Houston – 32%
2. LeBron James, L.A. Lakers – 29%
3. Stephen Curry, Golden State – 11%
4. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 7%
Luka Doncic, Dallas – 7%
Nikola Jokic, Denver – 7%
> Also receiving votes: Anthony Davis, L.A. Lakers; Damian Lillard, Portland
> Last year: James Harden – 48%
Which player is most likely to have a breakout season in 2020-21?
1. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City – 15%
Michael Porter Jr., Denver – 15%
3. De’Aaron Fox, Sacramento – 12%
4. Devin Booker, Phoenix – 8%
Zion Williamson, New Orleans – 8%
> Also receiving votes: Deandre Ayton, Phoenix; Bol Bol, Denver; Mikal Bridges, Phoenix; Luka Doncic, Dallas; Kevin Durant, Brooklyn; Gordon Hayward, Charlotte; Tyler Herro, Miami; Lauri Markkanen, Chicago; Ja Morant, Memphis; Jamal Murray, Denver; Jayson Tatum, Boston
> Last year: De’Aaron Fox – 19%
Who is the best point guard in the NBA?
1. Stephen Curry, Golden State – 30%
2. Damian Lillard, Portland – 22%
3. Luka Doncic, Dallas – 19%
4. Chris Paul, Phoenix – 15%
5. LeBron James, L.A. Lakers – 11%
6. James Harden, Houston – 4%
> Last year: Stephen Curry – 90%
Who is the best shooting guard in the NBA?
1. James Harden, Houston – 68%
2. Bradley Beal, Washington – 11%
Luka Doncic, Dallas – 11%
4. Jimmy Butler, Miami – 7%
5. Devin Booker, Phoenix – 4%
> Last year: James Harden – 86%
Who is the best small forward in the NBA?
1. LeBron James, L.A. Lakers – 57%
2. Kawhi Leonard, LA Clippers – 25%
3. Kevin Durant, Brooklyn – 11%
> Also receiving votes: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee; Luka Doncic, Dallas
> Last year: Kawhi Leonard – 62%
Who is the best power forward in the NBA?
1. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 46%
2. LeBron James, L.A. Lakers – 25%
3. Anthony Davis, L.A. Lakers – 21%
4. Kevin Durant, Brooklyn – 7%
> Last year: Giannis Antetokounmpo – 59%
Who is the best center in the NBA?
1. Nikola Jokic, Denver – 50%
2. Anthony Davis, L.A. Lakers – 43%
3. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 7%
> Last year: Nikola Jokic – 48%
Who is the best defensive player in the NBA?
1. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 46%
2. Anthony Davis, L.A. Lakers – 21%
3. Kawhi Leonard, LA Clippers – 18%
4. Rudy Gobert, Utah – 7%
> Also receiving votes: Bam Adebayo, Miami; Jimmy Butler, Miami
> Last year: Kawhi Leonard – 45%
Who is the best international player in the NBA?
1. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee –68%
2. Luka Doncic, Dallas – 29%
3. Nikola Jokic, Denver – 4%
> Last year: Giannis Antetokounmpo – 79%
Who will win the 2020-21 Kia Rookie of the Year?
1. LaMelo Ball, Charlotte – 39%
2. James Wiseman, Golden State – 29%
3. Obi Toppin, New York – 18%
4. Anthony Edwards, Minnesota – 7%
> Also receiving votes: Deni Avdija, Washington; Isaac Okoro, Cleveland
> Last year: Zion Williamson – 68%
Which rookie will be the best player in five years?
1. James Wiseman, Golden State – 36%
2. LaMelo Ball, Charlotte – 25%
3. Anthony Edwards, Minnesota – 14%
4. Patrick Williams, Chicago – 11%
5. Isaac Okoro, Cleveland – 7%
> Also receiving votes: Onyeka Okongwu, Atlanta; Obi Toppin, New York
> Last year: Zion Williamson – 68%
> Five years ago: Karl-Anthony Towns – 62%
Who is the best head coach in the NBA?
1. Erik Spoelstra, Miami – 46%
2. Nick Nurse, Toronto – 18%
Gregg Popovich, San Antonio – 18%
4. Brad Stevens, Boston – 11%
> Also receiving votes: Rick Carlisle, Dallas; Steve Kerr, Golden State
> Last year: Gregg Popovich – 55%
Which head coach is the best manager/motivator of people?
1. Erik Spoelstra, Miami – 32%
2. Gregg Popovich, San Antonio – 21%
3. Steve Kerr, Golden State – 18%
4. Doc Rivers, Philadelphia – 11%
5. Michael Malone, Denver – 7%
> Also receiving votes: Billy Donovan, Chicago; Tom Thibodeau, New York; Frank Vogel, L.A. Lakers
> Last year: Gregg Popovich – 41%
Which head coach makes the best in-game adjustments?
1. Erik Spoelstra, Miami – 26%
2. Rick Carlisle, Dallas – 19%
3. Nick Nurse, Toronto – 15%
Brad Stevens, Boston – 15%
5. Gregg Popovich, San Antonio – 7%
> Also receiving votes: Mike Budenholzer, Milwaukee; Michael Malone, Denver; Quin Snyder, Utah; Stan Van Gundy, New Orleans; Frank Vogel, L.A. Lakers
> Last year: Rick Carlisle – 28%
Which new or relocated head coach will make the biggest impact on his new team?
1. Steve Nash, Brooklyn – 28%
2. Doc Rivers, Philadelphia – 24%
3. Tyronn Lue, LA Clippers – 16%
Stan Van Gundy, New Orleans – 16%
5. Billy Donovan, Chicago – 8%
Tom Thibodeau, New York – 8%
> Last year: Monty Williams – 43%
Who is the best assistant coach in the NBA?
1. Mike D’Antoni, Brooklyn – 18%
2. Chris Finch, Toronto – 14%
Darvin Ham, Milwaukee – 14%
4. Jason Kidd, L.A. Lakers – 7%
Charles Lee, Milwaukee – 7%
Wes Unseld Jr., Denver – 7%
> Also receiving votes: Kenny Atkinson, LA Clippers; Mike Brown, Golden State; Dan Burke, Philadelphia; Dan Craig, LA Clippers; Brian Keefe; Mike Longabardi, Washington; Jamahl Mosley, Dallas; David Vanterpool, Minnesota; Jacque Vaughn, Brooklyn
> Last year: Dan Burke, Chris Finch and David Vanterpool – 11%
Which active player will make the best head coach someday?
1. Chris Paul, Phoenix – 36%
2. Rajon Rondo, Atlanta – 29%
3. Udonis Haslem, Miami – 7%
Garrett Temple, Chicago – 7%
> Also receiving votes: Malcolm Brogdon, Indiana; Stephen Curry, Golden State; Jared Dudley, L.A. Lakers; Kyrie Irving, Brooklyn; T.J. McConnell, Indiana; Donovan Mitchell, Utah
> Last year: Mike Conley – 26%
F. MISCELLANEOUS
Which team has the most promising young core?
1. New Orleans Pelicans – 41%
2. Memphis Grizzlies – 22%
3. Atlanta Hawks – 11%
Boston Celtics – 11%
Denver Nuggets – 11%
6. Dallas Mavericks – 4%
> Last year: New Orleans – 28%
Which player is the best passer?
1. LeBron James, L.A. Lakers – 46%
2. Nikola Jokic, Denver – 25%
3. Luka Doncic, Dallas – 14%
Chris Paul, Phoenix – 14%
> Last year: LeBron James – 57%
Who is the toughest player in the NBA?
1. Steven Adams, New Orleans – 32%
2. P.J. Tucker, Houston – 25%
3. Jimmy Butler, Miami – 14%
Marcus Smart, Boston – 14%
> Also receiving votes: Draymond Green, Golden State; Montrezl Harrell, L.A. Lakers; LeBron James, L.A. Lakers; Kawhi Leonard, LA Clippers
> Last year: Steven Adams – 32%
Who is the most versatile player in the NBA?
1. LeBron James, L.A. Lakers – 61%
2. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 14%
3. Anthony Davis, L.A. Lakers – 7%
Kawhi Leonard, LA Clippers – 7%
> Also receiving votes: Luka Doncic, Dallas; Ben Simmons, Philadelphia; Jayson Tatum, Boston
> Last year: Giannis Antetokounmpo – 46%
Which player would you want taking a shot with the game on the line?
1. Damian Lillard, Portland – 32%
2. Stephen Curry, Golden State – 25%
3. Kevin Durant, Brooklyn – 18%
4. Luka Doncic, Dallas – 11%
5. Chris Paul, Phoenix – 7%
> Also receiving votes: Devin Booker, Phoenix; Jamal Murray, Denver
> Last year: Stephen Curry – 44%
What’s the biggest pandemic-related challenge facing your team this season?
1. Travel (protocols and safety on the road) – 21%
2. Staying healthy – 18%
3. Compliance and responsibility – 7%
Lack of fans – 7%
Lack of group interaction – 7%
Mental health – 7%
Unpredictability – 7%
> Also receiving votes: Impact on standings from games missed, Lack of continuity and practice time, Limits on personnel, Managing family, Quick transition from the offseason, Relocation, Soft tissue injuries
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While many have been lost for the season, others have missed significant time. One of those players is wide receiver Deebo Samuel, who suffered a Jones fracture during the offseason, missed the first three games, missed three more with a hamstring strain, and will likely miss the remainder of the season after re-aggravating the injury on Sunday.
Lynch hopes the 49ers can find a way for Samuel and his other players to work differently during the upcoming offseason and stay healthy in 2021.
"I watched him work out incredibly hard this offseason," Lynch explained, "and you see it now because these guys are [posting] videos. But Deebo generates so much force with every cut that he makes. I think we've got to help him find a way to work extremely hard but work smart as well because the one thing we know about Deebo, he's got a rare ability. And that combination, when you put will — which he has, I think we all see as a game-day competitor — with skill, and he's immensely talented and driven. So, when you combine that, if you can find a way to keep him on the field, you can be tough to deal with.
"Along with Deebo, we've got to find a way to do that, and we've got to be better in that area. Some of that is luck. Some of that is circumstance. But ultimately, we've got to find a way to have our guys more available because it certainly hurt this team this year. It hurts every team. In general, the league has had more injuries this year because of the circumstances of what's gone on with our not having a traditional offseason and whatnot, but it has affected us, I think, more so than more teams."
Lynch added that the 49ers intend to determine if much of this season's injury woes can be solely attributed to the difficult circumstances of 2020 or if the team needs to make changes to assure players remain healthy.
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Out of the 81 coaches in Super Bowl era who have coached more than 25 December games in the regular season, Jon Gruden's .377 win % (23-38) ranks 76th. He's ahead of John McKay, Jim Haslett, Leeman Bennett, Herm Edwards and Romeo Crennel 12/17/20, 9:31Saleh tips DeMeco Ryans for future as head coach
It’s almost a sure thing that Saleh leaves this offseason. Aside from Kansas City’s Eric Bienemy, Saleh is the hottest name on the head coaching market, and barring any league-wide stupidity (which is always in play), he should be a head coach next season.
If/when he leaves, the 49ers will need a replacement. One name that’s in play for the defensive coordinator spot is Ryans. The 36-year-old is in his third year as the inside linebackers coach and fourth with the team.
When asked if Ryans had the capability to take Saleh’s spot as defensive coordinator, Saleh went a step further, praising his attention to detail and the way he yearns for knowledge.
“DeMeco is well-spoken,” Saleh said. “He’s got a lot of respect from his players. He’s incredibly intelligent. He is a sponge for knowledge. Even though he’s played in this league—he’s been a Pro Bowler, he was Defensive Rookie of the Year—he still learns. I see him taking notes every day. Coach is talking, he’s taking notes. I’m talking, he’s taking notes. DB coach is talking, he’s taking notes. He is an absolute sponge in that regard, which tells you that he’s not just going to take a system and go, he’s going to evolve. So, because of that, I just think he’s got a really good chance to continue to evolve and be a head coach one day.”
Saleh pointed to the way Ryans has guided the 49ers’ very young linebacker group, providing the example of preparing Azeez Al-Shaair, who took over for Fred Warner at middle linebacker once Warner suffered a stinger on Sunday. He said Ryans helped Al-Shaair to play in that spot without blinking.
Ryans spoke to KNBR at the Super Bowl in February and said he’s learned a lot from run game specialist and outside linebackers coach Johnny Holland and that with his players, “I ride them hard.” He described having an intimate bond with his players.
“It’s special for me because it’s a very special group,” Ryans said in February. “Not just football, but for me, it’s all about off the field. Being a former player and having an insight being where these guys were and just being able to see them over the year, grow and develop as pros. I’ve been more proud of that; just seeing those guys grow as pros, from where they where they started where they are now. It’s just been a huge blessing, a huge honor to coach those guys.”
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