Four out of five.
Through 30 games...
- Just a 10-20 record, but quality wins against the Suns, Cavs, Thunder, Spurs, Heat and Grizzlies feels like it might mean something for their development.
- Hayward and Favors look like legitimate cornerstones. Honestly, I never quite expected Favors to get to this level.
- Hayward's improved shot selection and Snyder's offense have put him where he should be, offensively. He has quietly been one of best in the league at getting to the line since last season, too. And he is still the best point guard on the team, unfortunately.
- Kanter has re-established himself, but I expect the up and down act will always continue.
- Gobert is a godsend. He is first in the world in block rate, and seventh in rebound rate. On his way to being one of the best defenders in the world. Like, tomorrow.
- The question is, can Favors, Kanter and Gobert all get the appropriate amount of playing time?
- Burke has been a huge disappointment so far. I have no idea what to think of him, except that there really isn't any reason why he shouldn't be better.
- Meanwhile, Dennis Schroder looks like one of the most improved players in the league. I think Burke over him is going to haunt the organization very soon. Always preferred Schroder.
- Exum is still a mystery. There are signs of greatness, and signs of him being a 19-year-old coming to a new continent, too.
- I still like Burks more as a sixth man, and I would love to see a good, veteran shooting guard come in over the summer to push him into that role.
- Booker is perfect for this group.
- Snyder seems perfect for this group.
- They have to eventually become a great defensive team with Gobert, Favors, Exum, Hayward and Burks, right?