He's right. Kanter's problem is the fact he doesn't know how to rebound. Just like Favor's problem is his lack of athleticism, and Burks' is not being aggressive enough!
He's right. Kanter's problem is the fact he doesn't know how to rebound. Just like Favor's problem is his lack of athleticism, and Burks' is not being aggressive enough!
InGameStrategy
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The youngins' practice time and confidence would likely be increased, not decreased, by pairing them with a veteran player rather than fumbling out there together, which has happened in multiple games (less so against a tired Flaker team).
Yes, but unless you didn't see or listen to the game, you would recognize that both Kanter and Favors had plays on the starting bigs--and that either or both of them improved within the game, as evidenced by the confirmation that Tinsley talked to Kanter at halftime about Bynum's spin move, and that Bynum had fewer lobs against Kanter in the second half.
What does keeping "Jefferson and Millsap happy" mean? They've been playing an luxury of minutes, and a case can be made that each of them can be made happier by playing alongside a young big who is a better defender, leaving the one who remains on the court more shooting and a bit less work (or more effectiveness on defense). That sounds like more happiness than having to share the shots more evenly when they are both on the court. I reckon that Millsap especially gets p.o.'d at AJ's weak D and abundant shooting; the Paperboy should be elated to play alongside Kanter especially, who provides more toughness and rebounding then Milquetoast Al.
I respectfully disagree. While Corbin is at least giving Kanter and Favors regualar PT and usually >10 MPG, the team would be likely be even more effective if the young bigs got a few more minutes--especially when they are doing well and when either or both of the starting bigs are not. It doesn't make sense to keep players--even starters or "cornerstones"--on the court when they are sucking wind and when there is a backup that can sometimes do better. (This principle is especially evident at the PG spot; why Harris continues to get a free pass when he doesn't pass (or shoot well) is beyond me).
NotDeadYet
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Excellent article indeed! Thanks for the post.
Now we know Coach Ty hasn't just been blowing smoke with his comments regarding team chemistry. These young'uns are ALL quick studies; great to see them growing up on the court right before our eyes!
Now we know Coach Ty hasn't just been blowing smoke with his comments regarding team chemistry. These young'uns are ALL quick studies; great to see them growing up on the court right before our eyes!
aybars
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i really dont know what to say to you
In America there is this thing called sarcasm.
aybars
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lol,i didnt read the whole thing,now i see,,my bad
Hantlers
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Soooo.....how you doin?
For the record - I'm not against playing Favors or Kanter with either Jefferson or Millsap. I'm just not ready to give them the starting job just yet.
Keeping Jefferson & Millsap happy simply means starting them. I think to them, they think that they've earned the right to start. So to suddenly give a starting spot to a youngin' just so that "they can get the experience" would be total bull to them.
I don't think it's a secret that Millsap wasn't happy coming off the bench in the first few games that Ty started Favors. He was pissed off. The same would be the case to an even more sensitive Jefferson.
I know we'd like to think that we live in a world that players just do what they're told, but they're human too, with emotions. They believe they've earned the right to start (and I would agree). As long as either Favors or Kanter hasn't proved that they're suddenly turned to Blake Griffin overnight - they'll still need to wait their turn.
I could hardly disagree more. I know what you are saying it is often common wisdom, "let them earn their minutes" etc etc. I reject it though. The team, the fans, the organization deserve to have the best combo of players out there as often as possible. If that means a rookie or 2nd year man starts instead of vet, then let it be so if it means winning more games.
And if they get p-offed about not starting, that is what HCs are for. Ty is getting paid a lot to be the head guy. If Paul or Al cannot deal with coming off the bench when that would benefit the team, well, screw 'em. Thats what trades are for.
Man I'd hate to have you as the GM of my team. You'll have a whole lot of pissy vets boycotting practices (ala Prince/Hamilton in Detroit?). You'll be looking left right and centre for trades, etc, etc.
As I've said - if these rookies/2nd year players are playing at an extremely high level consistently, then by all means start them. But as of this moment in time, I do not think either Favors or Kanter are playing up to that level on a CONSISTENT BASIS yet. No Sir-ree. OK Favors scored 12 points last night - but can you count him consistently to do that? How about say in the next game against NY? Against the likes of Chandler and Ama're? Can you seriously throw the ball to Favors/Kanter with Chandler guarding him and say give me 2? Are you kidding me?
One of the few times I agree with you.