04-11-2021, 08:49 AM
(04-11-2021, 08:16 AM)HAguiar95 Wrote: We can't go out there and get another "3&D" player with questionable shot creation and playmaking. It would mean disaster come playoff time.
The thing I like ab a Luka, KP, DR, Brunson core is that you have guys on paper that can take tough shots in the playoffs when games turn into a grind. This happens especially in the 4th quarter. We know what Luka can do but teams are going to increasingly trap/double him to get the ball out of his hands and live with a Josh Richardson open 3 pointer.
KP for his warts is still an efficient offensive player who can get his own shot. Brunson is a guy that can score and get his own shot, altho we haven't seen a lot KP/Brunson action in the playoffs yet. I expect them to both be pretty good.
I don't really like having to trust THJ, J Rich, DFS and Maxi to hit 3's in order to win the game. They will need to hit some for sure but Mavs need more than that. Having that third big offensive weapon would be great. DR can score at will whenever he wants to. Honestly games could end with him and Luka just taking turns. I hope it could help KP's offense turn into easier baskets than doing post-ups with him too often (they should do it a few times to keep him engaged).
During the regular season I like having a third "star" (DR 4-time all-star) on the team also means you are going to field a good team out there even when KP or Luka are sitting. There is a good chance you have at least 2 out of the 3 for most games. That will help your regular season record as well.