05-23-2021, 08:29 AM
Looks like the Clippers are trying to use Kawhi in a Lebron type free safety role. It´s not like he is staying attached to KP. His quick recovery allows him to double off KP or help from the weakside and still prevent a KP drive/contest the shot. I think the Clippers are willing to give up the long top of the key 3.
Sounds strange but just talking about the percentages KP is the worst shooter not named Luka in the starting five.
For the Mavs it all comes down to the execution after the double team. I loved the way they handled it in the 4th quarter. Luka drawing them away from the basket. Waiting for the perfect opportunity and preventing them from recovering in time. DFS/Maxi/Brunson finding the open shooter/cutter.
KP was at his best as a pure finisher. Not getting the first pass from Luka and being forced to make a quick decision. Getting the pass from Kleber/Brunson/DFS and finishing the play in the paint. Good things happen when KP spots up in the corner. He can take the shot from his best spot (small sample size) or cut to the basket, go for the offensive rebound).
Sounds strange but just talking about the percentages KP is the worst shooter not named Luka in the starting five.
For the Mavs it all comes down to the execution after the double team. I loved the way they handled it in the 4th quarter. Luka drawing them away from the basket. Waiting for the perfect opportunity and preventing them from recovering in time. DFS/Maxi/Brunson finding the open shooter/cutter.
KP was at his best as a pure finisher. Not getting the first pass from Luka and being forced to make a quick decision. Getting the pass from Kleber/Brunson/DFS and finishing the play in the paint. Good things happen when KP spots up in the corner. He can take the shot from his best spot (small sample size) or cut to the basket, go for the offensive rebound).