In fact, after Marion's All-Star weekend performance last season, his form rapidly declined. The more the Phoenix Suns' record fell, the more confused Marion became, leading to self-doubt and a lack of motivation.
It's just that Wade got injured and was out for the rest of the season right after the All-Star weekend, so he didn't notice...
On opening night, he had to play both mom and dad. Big Cheek was suffering in silence!
It wouldn't be as bad without a comparison, but the key is there's Zhang San to compare with!
Although Zhang Yang doesn't have any superstars by his side either, and Okafor would only comfortably make the All-Star game in the East, needing to fight hard in the West, it's still a much better situation than with Wade!
Thanks to the three rookies being on their rookie contracts in the past few years, the Bobcats have stockpiled many top-level young talents that other elite teams envy.
