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Larry_Russell will run the voting by using the rotations posted on the roster pages to do an AI query.

What team would win in a 7 games series
pg: 2018 James Harden (38 mins)
sg: 2023 Mikal Bridges (36 mins)
sf: 2014 Nicolas Batum (36 mins)
pf: 2017 Kevin Durant (38 mins)
c: 2021 Rudy Gobert (36 mins)
Bench 1: 2020 Maxi Klebr (22 mins)
Bench 2: 2010 JJ Redick (20 mins)
Bench 3: 2022 Delon Wright (14 mins)
versus
pg: 2023 Darius Garland (38 mins)
sg: 2024 Anthony Edwards (38 mins)
sf: 2024 Herb Jones (38 mins)
pf: 2004 Andrei Kirilenko (38 mins)
c: 2023 Nikola Jokic (38 mins)
Bench 1: 2023 Josh Hart (20 mins)
Bench 2: 2024 Aaron Nembhard (20 mins)
Bench 3: 1996 Bo Outlaw (10 mins)
ChatGPT said:
ChatGPT
This is a fascinating matchup, and both teams have a lot of talent across the board. Let's break down the two teams' strengths and weaknesses to determine which team might have the upper hand in a 7-game series.

Team 1 (2018 Harden, 2023 Mikal Bridges, 2014 Batum, 2017 KD, 2021 Gobert)
Strengths:

Offensive firepower: 2018 James Harden is one of the best offensive players of all time, able to score, pass, and create for teammates at an elite level. Durant is another offensive juggernaut, capable of scoring in a variety of ways.
Defensive versatility: Mikal Bridges and Nicolas Batum are excellent perimeter defenders, and Gobert anchors the paint as one of the best rim protectors in the game. This team can defend multiple positions at a high level.
Spacing and shooting: With Harden, Durant, and Batum all capable of hitting threes, this team has excellent floor spacing. Bridges can also contribute as a shooter, though he's more known for his defense.
Bench depth: Maxi Kleber gives them another versatile defender and stretch big, while JJ Redick can space the floor and hit clutch threes off the bench. Delon Wright provides solid defense and playmaking in limited minutes.
Weaknesses:

Lack of a secondary playmaker: Outside of Harden, this team doesn't have another primary ball handler who can consistently create offense, though Durant can take on that role in a pinch.
Limited scoring depth off the bench: While Redick and Kleber can provide some offense, the overall scoring punch off the bench isn't as dynamic as the opposing team’s.
Team 2 (2023 Garland, 2024 Edwards, 2024 Herb Jones, 2004 Kirilenko, 2023 Jokic)
Strengths:

Offensive synergy: Nikola Jokić is an MVP-caliber player who can create for everyone on the court. He has excellent vision, passing, and scoring ability, making his teammates better. Garland and Edwards both offer a high-scoring, dynamic backcourt, with Garland providing playmaking and shooting, and Edwards offering explosiveness and scoring ability.
Versatile defenders: Herb Jones and Andrei Kirilenko are excellent defenders. Kirilenko can defend multiple positions and guard both forward spots, while Jones is one of the top perimeter defenders in the league. This team can play excellent defense across all positions.
Balanced scoring: Jokić can score and facilitate, while Garland and Edwards can get their own shot. Kirilenko gives you some scoring as well, and even though Jones isn’t a primary scorer, he contributes in many other areas.
Bench depth: Josh Hart gives energy, hustle, and defensive versatility, while Aaron Nembhard provides decent playmaking and shooting. Bo Outlaw is a low-minute, defensive-minded player who can provide some intangibles.
Weaknesses:

Lack of a true elite scorer: While Jokić is an offensive dynamo, Edwards is still a developing star, and Garland can be inconsistent. This team might lack the same consistent scoring punch as Team 1, especially with Batum and Bridges in the mix defensively.
Size mismatch: While Jokić is a dominant center, the rest of the roster isn’t particularly large, especially in the frontcourt. Team 1's length and defensive versatility with Durant, Batum, and Gobert might create some challenges for this team.
Head-to-Head Breakdown:
Offense: Team 1 has the edge here because of the sheer offensive firepower of Harden and Durant. Jokić is incredibly talented, but Harden and Durant can each take over games individually. However, Jokić’s ability to create for his teammates and control the game offensively is a huge advantage.

Defense: Team 1 also has an advantage defensively. Gobert is a defensive powerhouse in the paint, and Batum and Bridges are top-notch perimeter defenders. Team 2 has good defenders too, especially in Jones and Kirilenko, but I think the length and versatility of Team 1 could stifle Team 2’s offense more consistently.

Rebounding: Gobert is a major factor on the boards, and Durant’s length allows him to contribute in this area as well. Jokić is an elite rebounder, but Team 1’s size (Durant and Gobert) may give them a slight edge in this department.

Bench Impact: Team 2's bench is a bit more dynamic with Hart and Nembhard, who can contribute more directly to the offense. Team 1’s bench is solid but might not offer the same level of scoring punch, relying on Redick’s shooting and Kleber’s defense.

Conclusion:
This is a tight matchup, but I’d give the slight edge to Team 1. While Team 2 has an elite player in Jokić who can make a huge impact, Team 1's defense, with Gobert, Batum, and Bridges, might be able to limit the offensive flow of Team 2. Additionally, with Harden and Durant, Team 1 has the offensive firepower to keep pace with Jokić’s passing and scoring. The ability of Team 1 to execute offensively while locking down Team 2’s perimeter players would likely tip the series in their favor, especially in a 7-game series where depth and consistency are key.

Final Verdict: Team 1 in 6 or 7 games.

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