Our starting 5 is, at least on paper, a top 3 starting 5 in the league. Even our biggest haters, if they are being honest have to admit that our starting lineup looks really dangerous.
And usually with such stacked starting lineups, there is no depth, the roster is totally top-heavy. But with this team, I truly believe that we have a top bench in the league.
I mean we got Simons who just a couple of years ago was scoring 20+ points a night as a first option on the Blazers. Now he is our sixth man.
We got Dean Wade who is an excellent defensive wing with a respectable 3-point shot.
We got Barlow who developed nicely last season and even started many games for Philly. Very versatile player and I think he will only get better.
We got Philon who is a very promising rookie. If he develops nicely, that’s another competent ball handler off the bench.
We got KCP who has plenty of championship experience. Honestly, he has been looking a little washed the past 2 seasons but I wouldn’t be surprised if he played much better this year. And at worst, he is a plus defender with a streaky shot.
With Bona and Edwards, they still have many flaws but they can be very good in short bursts.
Most of the best benches last season have lost quite a few players. Amongst the playoff contenders, only the Thunder, Knicks and Spurs have a better bench imo.