Pope of Basketball.

Summary

The chapter discusses the struggles of the Thunder and Lightning basketball team, highlighting their ineffective roster and management decisions that have led to a decline in performance. Durant expresses dissatisfaction with the team's composition, particularly after a game where a strange lineup failed against their opponents. The management is preparing for a rebuild, influenced by the successful strategies of the Clippers. In the Western Conference, the Spurs and Mavericks are in a competitive series, while the Nets lead the Wizards. The Wizards have a strong roster but struggle against the Nets, whose players have improved significantly. The chapter also touches on the performance of individual players and their awards, including Oladipo winning Rookie of the Year and Curry being named MVP despite Durant's impressive stats. The All-NBA teams are announced, with notable mentions of Howard and Love, who have rebounded from past struggles. Overall, the chapter emphasizes the need for change in team strategies and player roles to achieve success.

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