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I think it's VERY possible, likely even, that two different approaches are being taken here, regarding Luka and Brunson.

Brunson came into the season as the backup PG for a team that had second unit scoring issues in the past. I think we've seen three, basic approaches to non-Luka minutes, so far: 

1) everyone space for Brunson to attack off of the dribble or run pnr
2) Everyone space for KP at the extended ft line
3) Everyone space for Boban in the post (you can tell they worked a lot on this one in camp, because they seem to understand techniques for beating a fronting defense, even, such as a pass to another perimeter guy for the sole purpose of creating a better post-pass angle)

I think it's likely that these approaches were communicated clearly, both in training camp, and during these games. They have been effective, to various extents (well, #1 and #3 have been) at various times. 

I think with Luka, it's POSSIBLE that they are trying to add more wrinkles to what he has done successfully in the past, and that his teammates and even Luka, himself, are simply struggling with their understanding of what to do, or WHEN to do WHAT, or whatever wording makes sense to you. 

I don't think ANYONE is saying that Luka is totally blameless. It's just really obvious that his level of play is at least partially connected to the team's understanding of the plan, and not JUST about him being slightly out of shape (though I agree that this is a factor).

I like that we're all throwing out possibilities. But the above is my leader in the clubhouse.