Posted: Sun Oct 12, 2014 1:10 pm Post subject: Nash, Lin, Price PG rotation
It looks like Nash, if he can make it through the regular season, will not be an everyday player. What do folks think of a platoon that includes Nash and Lin splitting minutes in games Nash plays and a Lin/Price combo in other games. I kinda feel like Price could do a pretty decent job of filling that role where he knows he will get solid minutes but in only about half the games allowing him to keep a peak intensity without burning out.
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Like you mention, I think we all expect Nash to be systematically rested throughout the season. However, instead of Lin/Price, I would much prefer Lin/Clarkson.
I want the kid to develop. We need assets moving forward. _________________ "I don’t give a [expletive] what you say. If I go out there and miss game winners, and people say, 'Kobe choked, or Kobe is seven for whatever in pressure situations.' Well, [expletive] you. Because I don’t play for your [expletive] approval."
i think nash is a key component of the team's success--particularly in games that count. but it is absolutely ludicrous for him to be the starter if the plan is to systematically rest him. just start lin and have as consistent a first unit as possible and bring nash off the bench (especially since you're going to limit his minutes anways). you can always play him when it counts! the fewer the number of lineup combinations the better on a team where the injury bug has proven to be nagging.
If Lin ever gets hurt the team is in big trouble. I figure Lin will average 28-30 mpg or so. _________________ From 2-10 to the Western Conference Finals
Like you mention, I think we all expect Nash to be systematically rested throughout the season. However, instead of Lin/Price, I would much prefer Lin/Clarkson.
I want the kid to develop. We need assets moving forward.
While I like Clarkson's upside, he's really chaotic out there. He needs to know that in order to earn playing time, he needs to be in control a little more. Right now he makes really bad decisions.
I would love to see Clarkson earn that over time. But I don't think it would be good for his development to just give it to him if we decide to keep Price.
Minutes won't be a problem. I think Nash is probably limited to 20 minutes at most, plus he won't play back to back games most likely, not to mention will probably sit some games in case he has aches and pains. There will be plenty of minutes to go around the PG position.
On back to back's where Nash would be forced to guard the quicker faster points(like Curry, Westbrook) then resting him and letting Lin play would be fine, and Ronnie can handle defensive assignments with the bench. It's a good strategy in theory.
Like you mention, I think we all expect Nash to be systematically rested throughout the season. However, instead of Lin/Price, I would much prefer Lin/Clarkson.
I want the kid to develop. We need assets moving forward.
While I like Clarkson's upside, he's really chaotic out there. He needs to know that in order to earn playing time, he needs to be in control a little more. Right now he makes really bad decisions.
I would love to see Clarkson earn that over time. But I don't think it would be good for his development to just give it to him if we decide to keep Price.
That's my concern with summer league and D league play. They have a "me first" attitude and when the get up with the big boys they have bad habits to break. Clarkson seems like a bright kid though and should work his way through that!
Like you mention, I think we all expect Nash to be systematically rested throughout the season. However, instead of Lin/Price, I would much prefer Lin/Clarkson.
I want the kid to develop. We need assets moving forward.
While I like Clarkson's upside, he's really chaotic out there. He needs to know that in order to earn playing time, he needs to be in control a little more. Right now he makes really bad decisions.
I would love to see Clarkson earn that over time. But I don't think it would be good for his development to just give it to him if we decide to keep Price.
Yes. I hope Clarkson outplays him then. _________________ "I don’t give a [expletive] what you say. If I go out there and miss game winners, and people say, 'Kobe choked, or Kobe is seven for whatever in pressure situations.' Well, [expletive] you. Because I don’t play for your [expletive] approval."
nash needs to go to the second unit and jeremy needs to start. very simple and obvious IMO. nash is just gonna get torched. and if he is on a planned sit schedule anyways, why not keep the starting lineup consistent?
Looks like Nash's nerve problem has resurfaced = limited duties. That leaves us with only 1 true PG who can run an offense.
The #1 PG in Europe is suppose to be Bo McCallebb. Bo is now a free agent. He's been in a Byron camp before, i believe as a rookie in NO. Bo is definitely not a pass first PG but has the quicks to get to the rim at will, something that is vital in Scott's offense. And Bo plays defense. For part of the MLE, Callebb would be a good insurance policy.
Looks like Nash's nerve problem has resurfaced = limited duties. That leaves us with only 1 true PG who can run an offense.
The #1 PG in Europe is suppose to be Bo McCallebb. Bo is now a free agent. He's been in a Byron camp before, i believe as a rookie in NO. Bo is definitely not a pass first PG but has the quicks to get to the rim at will, something that is vital in Scott's offense. And Bo plays defense. For part of the MLE, Callebb would be a good insurance policy.
It really is a shame that Nash is struggling so much (with injuries). He and Lin would be a pretty good tandem at PG if they can stay healthy. Clarkson makes me nervous..He's still playing Summer league ball.
McCalebb is interesting. According to HoopsHype he's in discussion with a pair of Western conference teams.
It really is a shame that Nash is struggling so much (with injuries). He and Lin would be a pretty good tandem at PG if they can stay healthy.
I agree Richmond. This would be fun to watch, even Lin said that himself. Too bad it seems that it is becoming less and less likely that this would happen, but we can still hope ...
It really is a shame that Nash is struggling so much (with injuries). He and Lin would be a pretty good tandem at PG if they can stay healthy.
I agree Richmond. This would be fun to watch, even Lin said that himself. Too bad it seems that it is becoming less and less likely that this would happen, but we can still hope ...
After seeing the numbers from the PG position last night we all need to start praying.
I'm telling you guys, we need to pick up another PG. Someone who can carry an offense. Price is no lead PG, not by a long shot. Bo McCalebb costs you no assets and the worst he can be is a consistent Will Bynum. All McCalebb needs is a 2 year deal, will probably do a team option.
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My main thought is that I hope that Clarkson can learn to dish out of his drives in the next couple of years. In another thread they posted a quote from Peter Carrill where he said that right now teams should try to imitate the Spurs offense. Having that PG who can initiate the offense by penetration is something the Lakers need. _________________ RIP mom. 11-21-1933 to 6-14-2023.
On back to back's where Nash would be forced to guard the quicker faster points(like Curry, Westbrook) then resting him and letting Lin play would be fine, and Ronnie can handle defensive assignments with the bench. It's a good strategy in theory.
I had to re-read that a few times. Here I was thinking every guard on every team would be significantly faster and quicker than Nash this year, and so he's not got much chance at guarding any of them well at all. The best strategy to minimize the lack of Nash's defensive chops is to sit him as much as possible, whenever possible.
My main thought is that I hope that Clarkson can learn to dish out of his drives in the next couple of years. In another thread they posted a quote from Peter Carrill where he said that right now teams should try to imitate the Spurs offense. Having that PG who can initiate the offense by penetration is something the Lakers need.
My main thought is that I hope that Clarkson can learn to dish out of his drives in the next couple of years. In another thread they posted a quote from Peter Carrill where he said that right now teams should try to imitate the Spurs offense. Having that PG who can initiate the offense by penetration is something the Lakers need.
Isn't that Lin's calling card?
Yes it is. I think once we see Lin in the lineup for a few games, things will change. Not saying we win the West but I think the blowouts will at least be less frequent and the offense should flow better.
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