CHEBONIS
Love was impressive and looks at first glance, to be a keeper as 3rd PG. Rupert and Cissoko also had nice showings. Alot to like, and again, can't wait for the next one.
As far as the starting lineup, I can see how the depth chart shown is ripe for critique, but overall we shouldn't feel like what's shown is locked in by any means. Balancing out the strength of our defense with our need to still score points is the main reason I think Sharpe should start. I think he's ready to blow up, and will make a big name for himself this year.
Grant possibly starting is the other obvious rub, but I'd be fine with it Day one. I just look at it like Grant is the 3 and Deni is the 4. If Jrue starts at PG (until Scoot is ready) it changes the traditional look immediately, as Jrue looks to be the 3rd ball handler over Deni and Sharpe. When Scoot comes in for instant offense, he'll be paired with both Camara and Thybulle which in my opinion would be a good offset of offense and defense. And so when Scoot is ready to start over a defensive stud like Jrue, I would likely then be wanting Camara to start, and I would not be shocked if Grant is playing in a different zipcde when that time comes.
Just move a player or two around on the chart a little bit and we should all feel better. I'm certain we will see plenty throughout the season playing 9-10 guys each night with a feverish pace for 48 minutes anyway. Point should be IMO, we clearly have a very good 10 man rotation now... and some. My main point is that balancing out both youth (Sharpe/Scoot) along with offense and defensive strenght will be key for Chauncey this year. Who starts matters, but the chemistry and pressure for 48 minutes every single night is what's exciting to me.
