For the past 3 seasons the Dubs have been the class of the NBA. 2 NBA titles, the most wins in a regular season, and three consecutive trips to the finals. This season seemed like it would be the same until recently.

While being an offensive juggernaut with the likes of Steph, KD, and Klay Thompson, they’re also one of the most efficient defensive teams in the league. However, as of late they have given up at least 100 points in 11 straight games, and have lost 3 of their last 4.

And some of the recent losses have been brutal. A 30-point loss to Utah, a 20-point loss to OKC and another loss to Houston. The losses to OKC and Houston are particularly concerning. The Dubs have OWNED these 2 teams in both the regular and post seasons over the last 3 years. But recent additions appear to have evened the playing field. Carmelo and PG13 in OKC, and CP3 in Houston.

But before we start pushing the panic button let’s take a step back. This is the same Dubs team with 4 perennial all stars and one of the deepest benches in the league. These are the “dog days” of the NBA season as players are eagerly anticipating the All-Star break for a little R&R.

While they’ve lost their last 4 matchups against their rivals OKC and Houston, it has yet to be seen that either of those two teams can beat them in a 7-game series. And when you’re on top, you’re gonna get your opponent’s best shot. They’ve lost 3 of their last 4, but they’ve still got the best record in the league.

They have not endured any major injuries and I do believe that the Dubs will rebound and right the ship down the stretch. But I also feels that this is a wake up call.

The Dubs were like Mike Tyson in his hey day. When they walked on the court with their swagger in toe, you were intimidated from the opening tip. They’d pounce and the game would be over before it started. For whatever reason, teams aren’t intimidated and they’re making the Dubs play all 48 minutes.

It’s time to get back to basics. Can’t afford to come out flat; can’t turn the ball over 20+ times a game; can’t keep complaining about calls/non-calls by the officials; and they have to get back to playing shut down defense. These things can be corrected, the question is whether or not they still have the discipline to do so.