The NBA 2024-25 season has begun with several exciting games, but viewership has not met expectations. Compared to previous years, the audience for NBA games has significantly declined this season. Former 3x NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas recently noted that the rising costs of watching games are a major factor contributing to this decrease.
Shaquille O’Neal recently suggested that increased three-point shooting is responsible for the decline in NBA viewership. Additionally, during a recent episode of the show “Gil’s Arena,” former 3x NBA All-Star Arenas discussed who is truly responsible for teams taking so many three-point shots.
Arenas: “I blame the coaches for this era… You know who TF can shoot and who can’t shoot!”
Gil: "I blame the coaches for this era… You know who TF can shoot and who can't shoot!"
— Gilbert Arenas (@GilsArenaShow) December 17, 2024
Who's really to blame for teams shooting too many 3s? pic.twitter.com/SMclHVRyTx
Arenas criticized the team coaches for the increase in three-point shooting. He also cited recent games as evidence that the coaches are less aware of their players’ abilities.
Gilbert Arenas Comments On Steve Kerr’s Strategy With Draymond Green Off the Bench
Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr is experimenting more with the team’s rotation this season. Recently he decided to have Draymond Green come off the bench while starting Jonathan Kuminga. Unfortunately, this change has not yielded positive results, as the Warriors lost both games following the adjustment. In a recent episode of Gil’s Arenas Show, former 3x NBA All-Star Arenas reacted to Kerr’s decision.
“Dray can’t play the 5? I’m wondering. He can’t play at the 5?” former 3x NBA All-Star Arenas said.
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The Golden State Warriors are currently experiencing a challenging time. They have lost two consecutive games, which has resulted in their drop to 7th place in the Western Conference standings. With a record of 14 wins and 11 losses, the team is eager to bounce back and regain its momentum. They will face the Indiana Pacers in their next game at the Chase Center.
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