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[F Gump]

I think they're in need of a true point guard. Exum is the only one on the roster. Both Kyrie and Spencer are combo guards. Hardy is small and can't defend, dribble, or pass. Can't initiate offense and simply turns the ball over too much. He's an old school shooting guard, which the Mavs have several that are better for that role. Williams is closer to a true point guard and can defend. Without Exum last night, that's where Kidd was forced to go.

All of that analysis on Hardy sounds right (except, if he was playing PG, he would be big for the position).

Your observation that what they need is a true PG, with Hardy not being good enough so getting confined to the SG mix (where there are many better options) also makes sense. And I would combine that with the addition of Christie -- he's forced his way into MAJOR minutes which then has a domino effect on the minutes for everyone else who might have gotten minutes at SF or SG.

However, as they get healthier (hopefully), it sure does look like Hardy may continue to be the odd man out.

It sure would help if Exum can go tonight.