MAVS NEWS:

[Chicagojk]

https://x.com/MavsFilmRoom/status/1942707966634844671

Casual reminder this is our BACKUP center. We're pretty spoiled in that department.

I don't think I will change anyone's opinions or if I really believe the dual center approach, but I went back and watched highlights of both Gafford and Lively.  One thing that sticks out is its a tough position to play.   Constantly sprinting into the paint where there are a lot of bodies.  Contesting a lot of shots with a lot of bodies in the lane.   Really being the QB of the defense. ETC.   It is not a job where you can rest.  They both go all out.  They play that way for 4-5 minutes and then the other one comes in.   with the added bulk in the West, that position is going to take a lot of pounding and will need bodies throughout the regular season.   

I love both players...just lively more.   Finding big guys who play hard all the time is not easy to find. I have been playing around with Lively coming off the bench. Last year, I wanted him started and getting more minutes. AFter an injury filled season, I wonder if they look to go back to the previous season. I think Lively works really well with some of the guys off the bench too who like to run.