(06-17-2024, 02:02 PM)Arioch Wrote: Kyrie is playing 40 minutes a game in the playoffs in large part because the only real back-up we have for him and Luka has given them absolutely nothing (until last game). The Mavs should be looking for someone who lets them hold Kyrie below 36--and take a few of Luka's minutes as well. We have the two best closers in the game but running them both over 40 minutes a game means they not the best closers they could be every night due to tired legs.
No idea if Sexton is the answer, but whoever is the answer, you don't want to think about how many minutes have been available this playoff run but rather how many minutes you want him to be able to take from Lukai without completely cratering our offense.
Stars play big minutes in the playoffs. That doesn't change because you have a quality 6th man. The best players in the league generally play at least upper 30s in the playoffs. I would prefer not to spend big assets/cap on a player that doesn't work on the court with Luka and Kyrie (diminishing returns offensively while exposing the defense)
I do think we need a legit backup point guard on this team. We don't have one now. If we can hold onto DJJ, the next priority would be to get a vet point guard on BAE (or min). Somebody like Monte Morris. Somebody who can help shed some minutes off Luka and Kyrie during the regular season.
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