GAME 11: DAL (7-4) @ CHI (8-3) | 107-117 loss

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I wish they can find a way to trade for Theis. We need a better center rotation. KP is not a center although there are advantages offensively in playing him at the 5.

My idea is to get Theis and start him. Play Luka at the 4 on defense. Play Frankie more minutes off the bench.

Starting line up:

PG Luka (16 mins)
SG THJ (32mins)
SF DFS (16 mins)
PF KP (32 mins)
C Theis (24 mins)

2nd Unit:
PG Brunson (32 mins)
SG Frankie (16 mins)
SF Bullock (16 mins)
PF Luka (16 mins)
C Maxi (24 minutes)

Maxi/Theis combo can rim-run or pop for the three. Can guard centers and perimeter players when needed. Has lots of energy. Can protect the paint.

KP will be playing the 4 most of the time but can switch if needed.

Brunson provides the second playmaker/scorer needed.

THJ is needed to space the floor and to provide a constant offensive threat.

DFS/RB provides constant 3&D.

Frankie provides 3&D and a little ball handling /playmaking.

Luka is the main guy, of course. But you strategically play him at the 4 defensively. He is better as a post defender and can still defend the perimeter. If matched with a 4, his skills will be definitely be a mismatch.