Brunson is up to 16th in PER among players listed as point guards.
Brunson and Clarkson are the only non-starters in the top-20.
Boston's 4th quarter defense on Doncic was a preview of what the Mavs will see in the playoffs. Same as last year, teams will blitz Luka and force others to make plays. I had hoped JRich would provide an outlet, but it's clear, the second playmaker who is certain to be on the floor is Brunson.
Outside of that I think you'll see JRich if defense is needed or THJ if he's hot; and we'll see DFS or Kleber depending on matchups and fouls.
Mavs will close games with:
Doncic
Brunson
JRich/THJ
DFS/Kleber
Porzingis
Brunson and Clarkson are the only non-starters in the top-20.
Boston's 4th quarter defense on Doncic was a preview of what the Mavs will see in the playoffs. Same as last year, teams will blitz Luka and force others to make plays. I had hoped JRich would provide an outlet, but it's clear, the second playmaker who is certain to be on the floor is Brunson.
Outside of that I think you'll see JRich if defense is needed or THJ if he's hot; and we'll see DFS or Kleber depending on matchups and fouls.
Mavs will close games with:
Doncic
Brunson
JRich/THJ
DFS/Kleber
Porzingis