Game 56 DIRKIE:

[michaeltex]

I was surprised by Exum's game. I don't think we have seen that since before his injury late last season. He was certainly passive in the playoffs and early this season. If he can keep that up, there just might be a chance. Especially as we get the bigs back.

Can I say that I'm really liking Edwards? Plays long and isn't afraid to go inside. Had his 3pt shot working last night and made a really nice left-hand finish over a 7 footer at the rim. I've heard others speak well of him during summer league and pre-season, but this is the first time I've had a chance to really watch his play. Maybe the bench is even deeper that we thought?

I'm lovin' Christie. Plays with force. Stays within himself. Isn't afraid of the big shot. Natural skills plus time in the LA spotlight have this guy ready to play. Going to be hard keeping him out of the starting 5. If he keeps hitting 3s, it's going to put pressure on Klay.

I feel bad for Hardy, but he's blowing any chances he's had. Got minutes because of the short bench, but was otherwise just a cipher.

Intrigued by B. Williams. Was his scoring ability something seen before? Again, knew the name, but haven't seen his game before.

Overall, a great finger in the dike while the rest of the roster rested/healed.