Game 38 Dirkie Thread: Dereck Lively

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The fifth finisher is interesting.  Some games Klay can be a killer when he gets open looks but grimes athleticism is making a strong case.  His ability to hit open shots, penetrate off the rotation and better passing are nice pluses ( 5 rebounds and 4 assists) Marshall will get some chances are well.  Although it may wind up being grimes or Klay with their shooting late.

That IS an interesting thing to think about. 

During the first part of that win streak, believe it or not, it was Dinwiddie. You can go back and check, but he closed a lot of games in a row. There were some injuries involved, but not really to Thompson or Grimes. That was back during the stretch when it seemed like one of Marshall or Washington was always out, if I remember correctly. 

Dinwiddie is a much better defender than people think, but obviously, those decisions were motivated by factors on the offensive end. If Grimes can play the type of offense he's shown recently, or even 75% of this level, on a consistent basis, AND if Luka can hold his own against the forwards, defensively and on the glass, I'd say it's Grimes' job to lose at this point.