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[DanSchwartzgan]

 
I think KP could fit extremely well with Luka, even with his post ups, if he would be used in a PnR and I think they showed this in their first season. I don't know why he is not used like this more and the reason is not really important. If he is not used in a PnR and his wish is to gravitate around the paint looking for the ball, than the pairing will probably not work. 

KP overtendency to gravitate around the paint could be seen nicely against Portland when Bobi checked in. Bobi is an elite post up player yet KP was still looking for the ball in the paint. Mavs couldn't get ball to Bobi. 
 

This is really the thing that matters.  Heliocentric (or not) is really a side show to the more important discussion.  The question of whether there should there be another shot creating guard (yes, there should be) is also a side show.  Job number one to me is figuring out KP or alternatively what kind of big would best fit with Luka.  Of course, then you have to find that guy and figure out how to get him here.

I'm not sure saying "if" this guy would just do "this" is all that helpful.  Indiana has been waiting for years for Turner to develop as a rim roller.  He just doesn't do it for whatever reason.  Same with me and Elizabeth Hurley.  "If" I could lose 30 pounds, she might be interested in me.  Yet, armed with that fact, I'm still 30 pounds too heavy.  Go figure.