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Golden State Warriors: 3 Keys to keeping momentum

By Tony Pesta

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 12: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors reacts after he was called for traveling in the second half against the Chicago Bulls at Chase Center on November 12, 2021 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 12: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors reacts after he was called for traveling in the second half against the Chicago Bulls at Chase Center on November 12, 2021 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) /
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Golden State Warriors need to integrate James Wiseman

The Golden State Warriors have managed to be one of the best teams on both ends of the floor due to the phenomenal chemistry they have built. This team is as cohesive as they come. Because of this, the task of integrating James Wiseman will be an important one.

Throughout his rookie season, Wiseman never really found a comfortable role. He was thrust into the starting lineup before eventually being yanked and reserved for the bench. Wiseman looked his best in transition and in the few scenarios where Golden State emphasized pick-and-rolls.

However, finding a way for Wiseman to fit with the current offense will be a challenge. The ball is zipping around with each player making quick, natural decisions. This is not a part of Wiseman’s game just yet as he has never shown to be a playmaker and has limited experience playing the game at this high of a level.

The same can be said for defense. As gifted of an athlete as Wiseman is, there is more to playing elite defense than being a freak-athlete. Wiseman will be asked to use his natural talents to plug up the paint and protect the rim. Yet, he will need to learn the ropes quickly in order to succeed.

With how successful the Warriors have been early on this season and the fact that Wiseman is nurturing a significant knee injury, we can expect the sophomore to be eased into the rotation. He can learn from the effective veteran Kevon Looney and hopefully find his footing at some point.

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