So, the Raptors have so much depth, especially at the 1, 2 and 3 positions, so I'm wondering if the best way to ultimately use that depth is to use the Spurs model of only playing most of their major players about 72 games each.
Ultimately, having Lowry and Amir Johnson in particular play less games is probably a benefit for both the playoffs this year and their long term health if the Raptors are truly invested in having all these players as long term pieces.
How bad is it to start Vazquez and/or Patterson for 10 games a year? The team will still be able to win a percentage of those. Resting Amir is a bigger problem, because that leaves Patterson as your only playable forward for those games, but you have the option of going super small against the right teams and playing James Johnson at the 4 for stretches of time.
I think it might be an idea worth looking into, even if the fans won't be happy if Lowry or DeRozan sit for a home game.
Ultimately, having Lowry and Amir Johnson in particular play less games is probably a benefit for both the playoffs this year and their long term health if the Raptors are truly invested in having all these players as long term pieces.
How bad is it to start Vazquez and/or Patterson for 10 games a year? The team will still be able to win a percentage of those. Resting Amir is a bigger problem, because that leaves Patterson as your only playable forward for those games, but you have the option of going super small against the right teams and playing James Johnson at the 4 for stretches of time.
I think it might be an idea worth looking into, even if the fans won't be happy if Lowry or DeRozan sit for a home game.
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