Preface: Since one of the most common topics on this forum is centered around the compilation of the best Celtics lineup given the current constructed roster, I thought it'd be fun to discuss this topic in the context of situations that CBS will have to face during every game. So begins the Situational Awareness Series.. There will be an in-game situation for every post. Please post your best 5 players to put on the floor, and of course, the logic behind it.
Situation 1: Athletes in Demand. The game is grinding to a stand-still, and the C's can't get any offensive flow or a complete series of defensive stops. CBS needs 5 guys on the floors that will push the pace of the game, with thoroughbreds racing up and down the floor to attack the basket. On defense, we need players that can consistently switch on as many picks as possible, fly around creating turnovers, and raise the overall energy.
My 5:
Marcus Smart: Attack the basket, play tough defense, cause backcourt chaos.
Isaiah Thomas: Some people might want Rozier or AB here alongside with Smart, but I don't think you can push the pace successfully without IT4 on the floor. AB can't dribble and Rozier I dont trust yet.
Jae Crowder: Switches on everything on defense, dives, hustles, and runs the floor.
Jonas Jerebko: Always an underrated athlete to me. He can switch, put the ball on the floor, and is basically the best offensive rebounder from last year.
Amir Johnson: Gotta have an athletic big to guard a few positions, while also able to have the length/strength to challenge shots on at the rim. Honorable mention for Jordan Mickey if he shows that he can be trusted.
Your thoughts?
Topic: Situational Awareness Series: Most Athletic Lineup (Read 1321 times)