(05-07-2021, 01:06 PM)dirkfansince1998 Wrote: Just looking at the numbers it isn´t really a question anymore. Sample size of an entire season and as Kamm already mentioned both have the worst +/- numbers among regular rotation players. It is obviously a strange season and we have to account for KPs injuries and the COVID outbreak but after 60+ games the numbers are at least somewhat reliable.I suggest, with respect, that it isn't clear by any means, or maybe even arguable, that the Mavs would be better off in the short term by eliminating KP and J Rich.
I have given up on Richardson. Feels like the Delon Wright situation all over again. The Mavs need him for the last couple of games but I would be happy if RC reduces his minutes even more.
KP is obviously way more talented but I am not sure if the ceiling is actually higher with him on the floor. Yes the Mavs add another dimension on offense but the overall flow is worse and the defense tanks. Really difficult task for the coaches. They obviously want to insert him back into the lineup but they also want to keep the current rhythm and level of energy going.
In any case, we'll never know, because the team isn't going to take KP and J Rich off the floor for the remainder of the season and the playoffs. They're just not. (Not saying you shouldn't have presented the issue. It's fun to ponder these hypotheticals. I think it's a realistic issue when looked at over a longer term than the remainder of this season's campaign.)