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Are you implying that a Tom Thibadeau player who relies on athleticism is headed for a steep drop-off in his early 30s? Joakim Noah would like a word, sir.
I think the fact that KAT and Wiggins are on Supermax (have to do the first, not sure why they did the latter) and Butler isn't is part of the issue, IMO. Butler is headed for that steep drop-off, but he is absolutely their best 2-way player. I understand why Thibs brought him in for win-now purposes with his guys, but he has really stunted KATs growth. He needs to be closer to the 28% usage rate he was in 16-17 instead of the 22% he was last season.
In addition to the Lakers taking some time to work out their best lineups (and I'm with you that those lineups will involve their young players + LBJ), I have a feeling that we will get 50% LBJ until about February. He's got miles, and he knows how to meter his effort so he's ready to go in May.
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