2021-2022 ROSTER TALK: [ARCHIVED]

[mvossman]

Don't forget about THJ. Veteran wing who arguably better than all the guys you listed. Obviously very different than a guy like Crowder but if team's are going to zone up against Dallas and concede open looks you really need another guy who can knock down open shots. THJ is streaky but he's a zone buster if he can stay on the floor defensively.

That last sentence is the kicker.  Their defense seems predicated on 2 defensive wings (Dorian, Bullock, Green, Frank) and a defensive center (Maxi).  During the regular season the Maxi/Dorian/Bullock grouping had a defensive rating of 102 (and 111 offense).  The other two players need to handle the offensive load including creating for themselves and others (Luka, Brunson, Dinwiddie).  Dinwiddie kind of took over Timmy's role as one of the two offensive guys on the court.  While Tim is a way better shooter, I think Din's ability to get to the rim and playmaking make him a little more valuable in that 6th man role.  

This is why I think the primary goals this offseason (other than re-signing Brunson) is getting a defensive center to help out Maxi, and getting another 3&D who can help out Dorian and Bullock (possibly through internal development with Green/Frank).

The long term goal should be to get a legit 2 way wing that can play the Bullock role on defense but provide offensive creation.  Ironically when they get that player Timmy would be a much better fit.