I had big expectations going into last season and for the most part, the team was up for it. The regular season was going well until 8 losses in the last 3 sims knocked me out of the top seed down to the three spot. After quickly defeating the Knicks, we found ourselves matched up with the Spurs again. Despite stealing a game in San Antonio, we could not capitalize and were eliminated in 6. Another offseason of misery commenced.
Going into the offseason, I was facing a four time repeater tax. I wanted to reset, but not without an appropriate return. After fielding some inquiries I was lukewarm about and evaluating my point bank, I decided to re-commit to contending, but not without some tweaks. Out went Nick Lynch, and in came a point guard I've had my eyes on for some time- John Blakemore. Roderick Pastor left for greener pastures, but we were ok with that- we had to cut some payroll. I'm hoping that the development of secondary guys like Tirado, Mata, Milam, and Tucker can help offset the scoring loss.
So the big question- what does this all mean? I'll follow with the same big answer- I don't know! This is a good team, but it's been the same problem in the playoffs the last few seasons- I can't beat good teams. I will never count out the defending champs, the team that eliminated me probably got better, and there's always a surprise contender. I'll keep rolling the DCs out every sim and keep my fingers crossed.
