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City officials prepare for Divvy expansion on Far South Side

Earlier this year, Divvy promised to bring bike stations to every ward in Chicago. The expansion is part of the $50 million investment from Lyft, which purchased Divvy’s operator Motivate. The city and bike-share program have started prepping for the addition of 10,500 electric, pedal-assist bikes and 175 stations. The expansion will nearly double the number of current bikes.

The Chicago Department of Transportation will plan community meetings on the Far South Side to help determine where stations will go, according to news first reported by the Chicago Tribune. The dates and times have yet to be announced.

City officials want to hear from residents on where bike stations should go—its part of an effort to ensure that transportation is more equitable. Some of the neighborhoods without Divvy include Pullman, Roseland, Beverly, Belmont Cragin, and Edison Park. The bike-share system, which began in 2013, faced criticism for its lack of stations on the West and South Sides.

The lack of bikes in some areas is one reason the city launched the scooter pilot program in on the South and West sides. Although the scooters have prompted strong opinions, it is a popular way to get around.

At the end of former Rahm Emanuel’s term, a mobility task force released a report with transportation recommendations—a scooter pilot was among the advice. And, Mayor Lori Lightfoot has made substantial transit promises in her transition committees’ report.

Source: https://chicago.curbed.com/2019/7/8/20686432/divvy-expansion-plans-far-south-side

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“We need a lot more purple thinking”

* From comments…

“Total ownership. No excuses now.”

That is the kind of wrongheaded thinking that got us into this mess.

“Governors own,” but you do not govern successfully by making the fixation of blame your primary objective.

Yes, Republicans are in the minority, but they still hold public office, they still bear some responsibility, and they should not abdicate all responsibility or refuse to work with Democrats just because they are hoping by doing so they can make Pritzker fail.

Senator DeWitte and Senator-elect Gillespie both need to represent not just the people who elected them, but also the people who voted against them. The 48% who voted against Senator DeWitte don’t want him to be an automatic No vote on every idea Democrats offer, and I am betting that alot of the folks who voted for him share that view.

By the same token, the 48% who voted against Gillespie do not want their Senator to vote to cram everything through the Senate just because Democrats are in the majority so they can. And I bet alot of their Democratic neighbors share the same view.

Purple districts, folks. A lot of purple districts, and we need a lot more purple thinking.

Exactly.

Source: https://capitolfax.com/2018/11/07/we-need-a-lot-more-purple-thinking/

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Cubs vs. Braves Monday game threads

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Source: https://www.bleedcubbieblue.com/2019/4/1/18288682/cubs-series-braves-suntrust-park

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Booth: Leadership lessons from singing in a choir

Watch the documentary, Learning Leadership: Lessons from a Pop-Up Choir here.

“It struck me that singing in a choral setting might have a great deal of connections to people dealing with a lot of issues in business about leadership, followership and listening,” said Davis. “Wouldn’t it be terrific to put together a workshop so that instead of just talking about it, we could experience it?”

Davis reached out to Mollie Stone, choral director and lecturer at the University of Chicago, and the two worked with Patty Cuyler of Village Harmony to a one-time workshop for students to learn about leadership by singing together.

There were no auditions. Instead, since most of the students had no prior musical training, the pair invited several professional singers to serve as ringers. That was a lesson in itself, said Linda Ginzel, Clinical Professor of Managerial Psychology at Booth, who participated in the pop-up choir. “I like to sit next to someone who is better than me. They bring me up.”

The students learned three songs: a Corsican Kyrie, an American hymn, and a South African call-and-response song in Zulu. In between notes, they talked about how what they were experiencing could be applied to their business and personal lives, including how to listen to one another.

At the end of the class, the pop-up choir held a performance at the Gleacher Center’s Midway Club attended by students in Booth’s weekend MBA program.

“The major takeaway I had was about the importance of trust,” said recent Booth graduate Purva Joshi. “When you’re singing, you can’t be too involved in evaluating how the other people in the group are doing or it will throw off your rhythm. You have to do your part and trust that everyone else is doing their parts. I realized how beautiful it sounds when people trust each other.”

Here are four leadership lessons they learned:

Lesson No. 1: Learning leadership through followership

When singing in a choir, you have to learn when to lead and when to take a step back and listen. In the South African song Asimbonanga, the students learned through the call-and-response structure how to dynamically lead and follow at the same time.

The students discovered that the song was nothing like the traditional call from the pulpit and response from the congregation, but rather a cyclical movement of energy, said Stone. They were always leading and following at the same time, listening in the moment and responding to what their fellow singers were doing.

“The melody passed from one part to another and allowed for a certain amount of improvisation, so you could not just be in your silo doing your specialty,” said Davis. “I’m a tenor, but I couldn’t just care about my part. I had to care about the group and be fully present for them. And that’s a good metaphor for organizations.”

Every choir member was leading as much as following.

Lesson No. 2: Learning leadership through failure

Gather people together with limited singing experience, and it is inevitable that they are going to hit some sour notes. That is ok. In fact, that is the point.

“I spend a lot of time in teaching leadership getting people to experiment,” said Davis. “And people often say, ‘What happens if it doesn’t work out? What if it’s a failure? I say, that is often the best way to learn.”

Through choral singing, the students discovered that they have to keep singing even when they make a mistake, otherwise the song stops. They also experienced a sense of power when they used their voice in a completely new way.

“We are all afraid of failure,” said Stone. “Until you try all sorts of different approaches, you can’t succeed, because you have to know what not to do often times before you know what to do.”

Lesson No. 3: Learning leadership through respect and humility

There are often subtle and powerful differences that leaders overlook when working with other people from other cultures.

If leaders can let go of their predispositions and open themselves up to differences and appreciate them, they can better understand how to engage people from other cultures in ways that are productive.

There is magic in learning how to learn the music of other cultures, said Stone. “It takes the attention off of yourself, because you’re so busy paying attention to such intricate detail.”

Lesson No. 4. Learning leadership through vulnerability

Leadership training often touches on the need for leaders to be vulnerable. It is a frightening prospect for most leaders, said Davis.

Yet, when a leader practices vulnerability, it can embolden followers to respond in a more active way.

Singing in the pop-up choir, the students experienced first-hand how much they could learn when they allowed themselves the freedom to take risks. By singing three challenging songs as novices, the students had an opportunity to feel unsure of themselves and still make it through the performance by relying on one another.

“I realized that even when you’re in a leadership position there are times when you don’t feel completely confident,” said Booth student Julianna Suarez, “and you have to lean in and allow the team to give you the energy to move forward.”

—This story first appeared on the Chicago Booth website.

Source: https://news.uchicago.edu/story/booth-leadership-lessons-singing-choir

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Stephen A. Smith tells caller 'Go to hell' for suggesting Carmelo Anthony could save the Knicks

NBA free agency is here and, well, it hasn’t gone too well for the New York Knicks in many fans’ eyes.

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Rather than bringing in Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving or any of the other available max stars, the Knicks ended up with Julius Randle and some spare parts. There might be a silver lining somewhere in there, but few expect the Knicks to be competitive next season.

Stephen Smith isn’t loving the Knicks right now

Among the Knicks’ disgruntled fans is ESPN professional opinion-haver Stephen A. Smith, who took to Twitter and the airwaves on Sunday to voice his displeasure with the team.

When Smith signed onto his radio show the following day, the Knicks were naturally a point of discussion. That included one caller who suggested the team’s savior could be Carmelo Anthony. It’s unclear if the fan was being serious, but Smith wasn’t having it either way.

“Oh, go to hell. Go to hell, bye,” Smith said before cutting off the call.

Where will Carmelo Anthony land in NBA free agency?

Anthony remains a free agent after a season in which he played only 10 games with the Houston Rockets before the team shelved him and eventually traded him to the Chicago Bulls, where he was immediately waived.

The veteran scorer is probably looking at a veteran’s minimum deal for this year, possibly with the Los Angeles Lakers and his good friend LeBron James. Anthony has also indicated in the past he might be interested in a Knicks reunion, but the feeling reportedly isn’t mutual now.

Carmelo Anthony, Knicks savior? Probably not. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson, File)

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Per Ian Begley of SNY, the Knicks’ interest dried up as soon as any possibility of Durant playing for them went out the window:

There may have been interest from New York in a reunion with Anthony if they had a roster with multiple stars ready to win immediately. But with Durant injured and the odds against the Knicks building that kind of team this summer, bringing Anthony back is not currently part of the team's thinking.

We’ll see what city Anthony ends up “saving.”

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Source: https://chicagodefender.com/2018/10/30/well-damn-megyn-kelly-is-not-even-welcome-back-at-fox-news/

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Dine in Summer Style at These Waterside Restaurants

Summer in Chicago is the best time of year to dine with a waterside view overlooking sea-sized Lake Michigan, drinking in the panoramic views as you simultaneously drink wine, cocktails and beer. Whether it’s a skyscraper-sized view or a casual cafe, these are some of your best options for beachy views and waterside vibes in the city this season.

The Signature Room: Just above the waterside Chicago’s most iconic location for dining with a soaring view is undoubtedly The Signature Room. Unless you’re paralyzed by a fear of heights, that is, because in order to get to the restaurant you’ll need to ascend an elevator to the 95th floor of the John Hancock. Once here, you’ll savor modern American cuisine with a seasonal tilt, plus craft cocktails, wine and beer. No matter where you’re seated, you’ll be rewarded with majestic, awe-inspiring views of Lake Michigan and the skyline. The best seats in the house, though, are the ones perched up against the north-facing glass wall, which affords a stunning vista of Chicago’s beach-lined north side.

Cite: One of the most criminally underrated restaurants when it comes to sky-high dining in Chicago, Cite gets you so close to the lake you may actually feel like you could fall in. Located on the 70th floor of Lake Point Tower, the only skyscraper east of Lake Shore Drive, and just in front of Navy Pier, the soaring restaurant has extraordinary views from every angle. The seafood, steaks, cocktails and tasting menus aren’t too shabby, either. Using French techniques and a seasonal mentality, the restaurant features ever-changing dishes like lobster tail with butter gnocchi, sesame-crusted Alaskan salmon, venison strip loin with poached pear and rack of lamb with ratatouille.

Caffe Oliva: When it comes to beachy dining in the city, it doesn’t get much better — or beachier — than Caffe Oliva. This bright and sunny cafe is literally located right on Ohio Street Beach alongside Navy Pier, providing a warm, relaxing vibe to your patio dining experience. This year’s menu is better than ever, featuring an eclectic lineup of shareable plates like Greek bruschetta, fried calamari with lime aioli, coconut shrimp, margherita flatbreads, blackened whitefish with tzatziki and a slew of sandwiches and burgers. There’s also a kids’ menu, desserts, brunch and a ton of cocktails. Keep the group party going with one of Caffe Oliva’s fish bowls, designed to satisfy a thirsty group with potions like the “Finding Nemo”: blueberry vodka, pineapple juice, sour, fresh lemon juice and Swedish fish.

Pinstripes: If the idea of dining and drinking at a bowling alley sounds like a joke to you, then clearly you haven’t spent any time at a Pinstripes. This beloved mini-chain is popular for good reason, and their Streeterville location (the only one in city limits) backs it all up with the added bonus of being right on the Ogden Slip harbor, with a lengthy fire pit-lined patio overlooking the lake. In addition to bowling and bocce inside, Pinstripes sets itself apart as a restaurant destination in and of itself, with casual yet inventive Italian food that’s great both for snacking-while-gaming and for a leisurely meal al fresco or indoors.

Cafe Spiaggia: For upscale Italian fare with an equally impressive vista, don’t miss Cafe Spiaggia. Or really if you’re feeling decadent, it’s even more upscale sister restaurant Spiaggia. But due to its more accessible offerings, Cafe Spiaggia is certainly an easier stopover for a quick lunch with a sensational overlooking the top of the Magnificent Mile and Oak Street Beach. The restaurant offers a contemporary, elegant take on classic Italian cuisine, making for a fine meal while nestled along the windows above one of the most famous shopping streets in the country.

Source: http://www.diningchicago.com/blog/2018/09/01/dine-in-summer-style-at-these-waterside-restaurants/

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John Paxson dishes on Justin Holiday trade, Jabari Parker's status and more

John Paxson dishes on Justin Holiday trade, Jabari Parker's status and more originally appeared on nbcsportschicago.com

VP of basketball operations John Paxson spoke with reporters on Friday night and dished on a number of topics.

Paxson happy with Holiday return but can't commit to additional moves

Paxson said the Thursday trade with the Memphis Grizzlies came together in "a couple hours." Memphis was looking for perimeter shooting and, having lost 10 of their last 13 to fall below .500, needed to make a move.

The Bulls were willing trade partners, looking to acquire assets. They found them in a pair of second round draft picks, which gets them back into the second round of the 2019 NBA Draft; they had traded that initial pick to the Lakers in 2016 as part of the process in signing Dwyane Wade.

So while Paxson believes there are more potential moves on the table – and both Robin Lopez and Jabari Parker are reportedly being shopped – he wouldn't commit to another move before the Feb. 8 deadline.

"That's what has to happen. Things have to align. You can't just force it," he said. "Again, if we can acquire young players, draft assets, we can maybe look at our roster and think there's a better fit, we'll go that route."

Of note, both Paxson and Jim Boylen seem excited about Wayne Selden getting some run with the Bulls in this the final year of his contract. Selden fell out of the Grizzlies rotation in December but just turned 24 and showed some promise toward the end of last season.

MarShon Brooks has not reported to the Bulls, Boylen confirmed, and Paxson said the team will look for a resolution for moving him out of Chicago in the next couple days.

Paxson supports Boylen's decision to take Jabari Parker out of rotation

Jabari Parker must have done something right during Thursday's practice. The Bulls' biggest offseason signing received his first playing time since Dec. 13 against the Orlando Magic in Mexico City. He finally found some minutes with Bobby Portis still out with a sprained ankle - though he could return as soon as Sunday - and Lauri Markkanen battling first-quarter foul trouble.

He still projects as the odd man out once Portis returns, as there's no real point in trying him again at small forward.

But Paxson, the guy who ultimately decided to pay him $20 million a year, said he trusts Boylen's decision to take their highest paid player and turn him into a nightly DNP-CD, even with the minutes he got on Friday.

"The one thing Jim has been really consistent with is the accountability aspect," Paxson said. "I believe you can hold players to a certain standard of what you want as a coach. Jabari is a really good guy. You guys have been around him. He's a terrific person. If we can acclimate him back into things, he's going to get a chance. This league is about getting chances, even for players who have been through what Jabari has been through."

Paxson, like Boylen's done often, said if an opportunity presents itself that Parker will get a chance. It happened on Friday and Parker looked good, but it's more likely is that if an opportunity presents itself for the Bulls to unload their latest failed free agent signing, they'll do it as quickly as possible.

At the end of the day, Cam Payne was simply outplayed

Paxson couldn't have been more excited about the Bulls acquiring Cam Payne two years ago, and he went out of his way in April to say how confident they were for his continued progression. Perhaps they were simply trying to convince themselves that Payne could transform into a second-unit point guard, but it never panned out. Payne was the odd man out following the Holiday trade, as the Bulls waived the final piece of their regrettable deal with Oklahoma City.

"You make decisions and hope for the best," he said. "The reality is both (Ryan Arcidiacono) and (Shaq Harrison) have outplayed him. They fit what we want to do. Cam had some struggles with his foot and trying to get him back. We wish him well."

As expected, Paxson still confident in the future

It's not as if Paxson would have said anything different, but he reiterated Friday that he's confident in the direction the Bulls are headed.

Friday marked the first time this season that Zach LaVine, Kris Dunn, Lauri Markkanen, Wendell Carter Jr. and Chandler Hutchison took the floor together, and they did so in a starting capacity.

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This is the future. Until this summer brings another top draft pick and potentially a significant free agent, the core of the Bulls lies with these five players. And all Paxson is looking for is continued improvement from his young core.

"Very important. It's really important. We need to see growth. We need to see how they play. We're a month into Jim's tenure now, and I think they understand what's expected," Paxson said. "So we're going to go out on the road here after these next two games. That's a good time for a young team to get together. They're going to be hard games. We just need to see development. That's going to be a big key."

Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/john-paxson-dishes-justin-holiday-005126943.html?src=rss

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Windy City Gridiron picks Bears-Vikings

It took six years for the Bears to return to this kind of stage at home, that being the NFL’s flagship primetime game in Sunday Night Football with the entire country watching. In their return to #UnderTheLights play as the headline event, they’ll have to hold off the established, confident Vikings to maintain control of the NFC North.

Fortunately, there’s star power galore to make this one very fun. From Khalil Mack and Akiem Hicks, to Harrison Smith and Everson Griffen, this is an even tat-for-tat battle on the lakefront. Easily the most important home game the Bears have played in years with playoff positioning, yes playoff positioning, coming into focus.

Here’s how the staff of WCG sees Bears-Vikings on Sunday night playing out.

Robert Zeglinski: Bears 31 Vikings 28

There’s been a lot of talk about the Bears not having beaten anyone, and well, which vaunted teams have the Vikings beaten? The Bears duke it out with Minnesota in an instant classic and win ... on a last second Cody Parkey field goal.

Lester A. Wiltfong Jr.: Bears 27 Vikings 17

Bears make their national statement by beating the defending NFC North champions behind a stellar game from Mitchell Trubisky and a plethora of sacks by the defense.

Aaron Leming: Bears 27 Vikings 23

Man, this is a tough game to call. On one token, you’ve got history on the Bears side (8-2 at home against the Vikings in their last 10 games) but on the other side, this is such an important game for both teams that anything could happen. I’ll take the Bears in a close one.

Jacob Infante: Bears 26 Vikings 28

I’m expecting this game to be incredibly close since both teams are close to equal in terms of talent, but the Bears fall short as a result of a few plays that don’t go their way.

Jack Silverstein: Bears 34 Vikings 14

Karmic revenge game for “Money Mitch” and the Photo Friends, flipping the script on the last Bears-Vikings game that had true division crown implications for each team, which came 10 years ago this month. Trubisky’s first NFL start was against the Vikings, and he lost by three. Rout coming, folks.

Sam Householder: Vikings 24, Bears 23

This has been marked down as a loss since the day the schedule came out and I have a bad feeling about it. Maybe I’m just fading my colleagues, but coming off their bye and with their defense playing back up to it’s potential, the Bears come up short. That sets up the possibility of a Week 17 winner-take-all match up.

Andrew Link: Bears 34 Vikings 24

This will be another game that looks closer on the scoreboard than in reality. The defense is playing very well and the offense has turned a corner. The indoor Vikings will struggle in a blustery Soldier Field. Big win in the national spotlight.

Josh Sunderbruch: Vikings 24 Bears 20

I did not originally think it was going to be this close, but I think the Vikings are able to exploit the weaknesses in Trubisky’s game while Chicago’s defense is forced to simply limit the damage.

Steven Schweickert: Bears 31 Vikings 24

This is a tight game where Bears fans pick the Bears, Vikings fans pick the Vikings, and we get an awesome game between two hot squads. The Bears’ offense has found a new gear, and Mack announced his return loudly against the Lions. Bring it.

ECD: Bears 27 Vikings 24

This is truly a clash that’ll help determine the Kings of the North. Time to see Trubisky’s development and Mack’s destructive capabilities taken to the next level.

WhiskeyRanger: Bears 27 Vikings 20

Tough divisional game for the Bears. Should be a close one, with top 10 defenses on both sides (Bears and Viking are back-to-back in yards per game, passing yards per game, and rushing yards per game rankings, though Chicago is well ahead in points allowed). The Bears’ surging offense will do just enough at home, to take this one late.

Ken Mitchell: Bears 34, Vikings 21

Soldier Field has been a house of horrors for Minnesota, even over the last decade.

Weird things always seem to happen to the Vikings in Chicago. I expect this year the Vikings are going to suffer Mack things, Hicks things, Roquan Smith and Danny Trevathan things, as well as Kyle Fuller, Prince Amukamara and Bryce Callahan things. With some Floyd on the side.

WCG Contributors: Jeff Berckes; Patti Curl; Eric Christopher Duerrwaechter; Kev H; Sam Householder; Jacob Infante; Aaron Lemming; Andrew Link; Ken Mitchell; Steven Schweickert; Jack Silverstein; EJ Snyder; Lester Wiltfong, Jr.; Whiskey Ranger; Robert Zeglinski; Like us on Facebook.

Source: https://www.windycitygridiron.com/2018/11/18/18100333/chicago-bears-minnesota-vikings-sunday-night-football-game-picks-khalil-mack-kirk-cousins-nfl-2018

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Pre-Gamin’: Cubs at Giants (2:05 CT) – Lineups, Broadcast Info, Game Thread

The Cubs kicked their Spring off on the right foot, with an 8-4 trounce of the Brewers (REVENGE!!!!). Kris Bryant even went deep in his very first at bat – which helped his fired-up message after the game carry a little more weight.

I think this year is going to be an especially big one for the third baseman.

But before we get to the regular season, the Cubs have many more Spring Training games to get to, including their contest against the Giants this afternoon.

Madison Bumgarner is taking the mound for San Francisco at their ballpark in Scottsdale and Tyler Chatwood will get the start for the Cubs. Chatwood’s position on the roster remains unclear – he’s not even the first in line for a rotation replacement at the moment – but the Cubs are wise to keep him stretched out. I’ll hold out hope that he can get over whatever it is that plagued him last year, because his stuff, when even moderately commanded, is still so sweet.

The top of the Cubs lineup is filled with some popular names again today, including Albert Almora at leadoff. Almora had a hot start to the season last year, though it was heavily BABIP-fueled and ultimately faded harder than most in the second half. His defense in center remains excellent, so hopefully he takes a big step forward with the bat this season. Even modest success at the plate – with his glove in center – would result in a very valuable (and cheap and young) player.

Brett already discussed Ian Happ’s installation at second base earlier today. Beyond him, you’ll find Anthony Rizzo and Kyle Schwarber hitting back-to-back (a rare sight, I’d wager), with Addison Russell getting his first start of the Spring behind him. Remember, Russell is suspended for 29 more games for domestic violence, but that won’t pick up until the season begins. He’s able to participate fully in the Spring and the front office has indicated he’ll as much.

David Bote and Victor Caratini hit behind Russell and both are fighting to make the big league roster right out of the gate. Given everything that happened last year (and the lack of a veteran catcher (Hi, Rene Rivera) signing this offseason), both feel like strong bets to break camp with the Cubs, though nothing is guaranteed.

I’d wager we’ll see each of Mark Zagunis and Jacob Hannemann, batting eight and ninth, in Chicago before the 2019 season is over, but I wouldn’t expect them up immediately (absent a series of injuries).

Game Info

Chicago Cubs (1-0) at San Francisco Giants (0-1) – Sunday, February 24th at 2:05 CT on 670 The Score

Starting Pitchers

Giants: (L): Madison Bumgarner

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Cubs: (R): Tyler Chatwood

San Francisco Giants

Joe Panik, 2B

Gerrardo Parra, LF

Evan Longoria, 3B

Brandon Belt, 1B

Brandon Crawford, DH

Alen Hanson, SS

Drew Ferguson, CF

Rene Rivera, C

Henry Ramos, RF

Chicago Cubs:

Albert Almora Jr., CF

Ian Happ, 2B

Anthony Rizzo, 1B

Kyle Schwarber, LF

Addison Russell, SS

David Bote, 3B

Victor Caratini, C

Mark Zagunis, RF

Jacob Hannemann, DH

Source: https://www.bleachernation.com/2019/02/24/pre-gamin-cubs-at-giants-205-ct-lineups-broadcast-info-game-thread-2/

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Marcus Smart, Thaddeus Young reportedly added to USA Basketball training camp roster

Elite NBA players have not dropped out of playing for Team USA like this since 2004, when nobody wanted to play for Larry Brown and rumors of potential terrorism in Athens had the NBA’s best backing out.

For the 2019 World Cup in China, USA Basketball has watched James Harden, Anthony Davis, Tobias Harris, Bradley Beal, Eric Gordon, and CJ McCollum all back out, robbing the American team of a lot of star power. Zion Williamson, who was projected to be part of the “select team” of young stars Team USA goes against also dropped out.

The Americans were down to 14 players heading into training camp (12 will be chosen to travel to China), and they needed more players. Enter Boston’s Marcus Smart and Thaddeus Young, reports Shams Charania of The Athletic.

Don’t be surprised if another veteran name or two is added before training camp opens.

Smart and Young are a couple of smart selections, elite defenders who can shut down the best wing players on other teams (and in FIBA competition only a couple of teams have more than one top-flight wing player to handle).

So who is on the USA roster now? Let’s break it out by position:

GUARDS: Damian Lillard Kemba Walker Kyle Lowry (questionable coming off thumb surgery) Marcus Smart

WINGS: Khris Middleton Donovan Mitchell Jayson Tatum Harrison Barnes Kyle Kuzma Thaddeus Young

BIGS: Andre Drummond Myles Turner Brook Lopez Kevin Love PJ Tucker Paul Millsap

(We could argue about whether Mitchell is a guard or a wing, or other guys positions, but you get the basic picture.)

After Lillard, that roster does lack star power.

But the USA talent pool is so deep that it will overwhelm all but a couple of teams in the tournament. Serbia — led by Nikola Jokic and Bogan Bogdanovic — is the biggest threat to the USA and has good depth. Spain is impressive as well, but older.

The USA is and should be the World Cup favorite, but an improved rest of the world and a depleted USA roster is going to make things a lot more interesting in China.

USA Basketball is scheduled to begin its pre-World Cup camp in Las Vegas Aug. 5, with an intrasquad exhibition game at the T-Mobile Arena on Aug. 9. Then the team heads to Southern California for more training followed by an exhibition against Spain on Aug. 16 at the Honda Center in Anaheim, Calif. Then the team heads overseas for the World Cup, which begins in China on Aug. 31.

Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/marcus-smart-reportedly-added-usa-231754029.html?src=rss

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