I've been frustrated with Rob's playing time but I assume the Celtics are being prudent and careful with Rob and the playing time decision is based on health and longevity not simply basketball ability. Jaylen and Jayson are getting antsy too.
Jaylen Brown - January 9th wrote:“We need Rob. Rob is amazing,” Brown told CLNS Media/CelticsBlog at shootaround on Monday. “Rob has a special ability on offense and defense, as we’ve been able to see a little bit this year, but especially last year. So the more we integrate him and use him, the better our team will be. We got off to a hot start with other guys playing a different type of ball, but I think down the line and in the playoffs, having Rob as a critical part of our offense and defense is necessary. I think that’s something we should take a look at as we get closer to the playoffs”
Jayson Tatum - January 7th wrote:“It was funny, because he got subbed out, I think it was in the fourth, seven minute mark,” Tatum said post-game. “I asked him, I’m like, ‘yo, are you still on a minute restriction,’ and he was like, ‘nah,’ and I was like, ‘alright, get your a** back in the game.’ Whether he starts or comes off the bench, I just want him on the floor, want him healthy and want to be on the floor with him at the same time as much as possible. I’m gonna start, so I would like Rob to start, but whatever’s best for the team, he’ll do that. As much as I can be on the floor with him as possible, I think, makes us better.”
Last year Rob Williams played 30 mpg. This year he's at 20 mpg. How many mpg would you like to see Rob at in the playoffs? I would love 36 mpg but think it's asking a bit too much so my target is 30 mpg. If Rob is going to play 30 mpg in the playoffs then I want him to play 30 mpg for 20 games in the regular season so that he is used to a 30 mpg workload. Rob can play 25 mpg over the next 20 games which should provide a smooth ramp up throughout the season. I would sprinkle in 5-6 rest games over the remaining 40 as well.
