Who gets the 10th man spot, Beli or LW4

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Unless at least one of Murray or White has made a quantum leap from 3, they'll probably mostly split the PG minutes, with White probably generally closing.

The reason they'd bring White off the bench in that scenario, is the fact that he'd obviously have a more featured role with the bench, where his superior play making is more needed.

But if White is ready for a Siakam like breakout, then what? They're not good enough to play politics, so it's either start him at SG, sub at the under 6 in the 1st and 3rd, then alternate him and Murray ala Aldridge and Gasol (this likely requires running a 9 man rotation) . . . or trade DeRozan.

That's the thing, all signs point to White having that type of breakout year. Yeah, he's had his stumbles along the way but that's normal despite the IB fans trying to paint it out like White falters in big moments. Before Nephew became who he is today he got bodied by Matt Barnes and Roberson. It's the natural course of things.

Pop should try to limit Murray playing PG in the halfcourt offense, imo. Both White and DeRozan are much better playmakers. The best way to utilize him would be to have him play off ball (especially if his shot is as improved as his Instagram timeline would lead you to believe). I'd also allow him to run and push the pace after defensive rebounds.

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That's the thing, all signs point to White having that type of breakout year. Yeah, he's had his stumbles along the way but that's normal despite the IB fans trying to paint it out like White falters in big moments. Before Nephew became who he is today he got bodied by Matt Barnes and Roberson. It's the natural course of things.

Pop should try to limit Murray playing PG in the halfcourt offense, imo. Both White and DeRozan are much better playmakers. The best way to utilize him would be to have him play off ball (especially if his shot is as improved as his Instagram timeline would lead you to believe). I'd also allow him to run and push the pace after defensive rebounds.

I'm not doubting it, just saying it more than likely has to actually happen first for them to change course.

Since Murray isn't a natural on ball or off, his path to success offensively is probably similar to Smart last season. He shot the 3 frequently and well enough that he could get by primarily off ball without destroying their offense, while still providing a source of secondary play making.