I’d have started LeVert and kept CPJ in a bench role. We know JB will do everything he can to keep his regular guys in their assumed roles though, so LeVert stayed the 6th man while the rookie played out of position. Getting his first start could prove beneficial long term though. Tonight the moment was too big early on. By the time he found his footing they were in a deep hole.
Turnovers on offense and the hot Heat shooting to open the game both stem from coaching issues.
Can’t run these sets that start with only one passing option outside the 3 point line. It’s on tape and teams sell out when they recognize them. Happens multiple times per game.
Defensively, you can’t just trap for the sake of doing so when guys get to the middle and leave wide open shooters like old man Lowry to get into an early rhythm.