I for one am not the biggest fan of the Tyson Chandler, especially if he’s looking north of 10 million jack a year.  Yes, center is the biggest liability on the Warriors heading into the new season, but almost every team is always looking for that next big man.  I like Ekpe Udoh’s defensive skills and hearken back to Keith Smart thinking he may lead the league in blocked shots one day.  I am curious to see how he’ll fair in a more prominent role, perhaps starter.

The newest player, draft pick no less, I’m most excited to watch is Charles Jenkins.  He just looks like a basketball player.   That’s about as lame a reason to like someone but when you’re a die hard Warriors fan as I am, I’ll reach for the stars and be happy with mediocrity, until given more to feed from.  Jenkins has a really solid build and from the tape I’ve watched of him playing, can shoot very well.  The days of the “freak” show Jeremy Lin very well may be numbered.   In addition, Jenkins is the two time MVP of the “who gives an eff” league, which is saying something….well, it certainly says SOMETHING to be MVP of a collegiate bball league.

Obviously the coach could provide a new attitude and spark, although I was a fan of Keith Smart.  Mark Jackson was a good NBA player and could translate to a good coach.  After all, an NBA point gaurd, which is what he was, is basically a floor general.  If Jackson can transition from physical performer to communications guru, I believe the Warriors talent will be enough to squeeze into that ever elusive 8th seed in the West.  If not, the Warriors will be mired again with the 11th or 9th overall pick watching the ping pong balls bounce in favor of another team.  Can’t wait to find out!