Championship organizations fear the banquet circuit. That temptation for players to melt into complacency and embark on long celebrations after winning a title – a time when basketballs collect dust and waistbands expand.
If Warriors center Andrew Bogut is an indication, the reigning champs eschewed any prolonged feting after winning it all. Bogut reported to training camp this year 22 pounds lighter and with a hunger to contribute more on offense.
So far, the seven-footer has made a large impression.
“He’s had one of the best training camps of anyone here,” interim coach Luke Walton said.