Comments on: And We’re Off: Bucks Training Camp Begins

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Bucksketball.com - TrueHoop Network Milwaukee Bucks Blog — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 08:33:52 +0000

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By: Jeremy

Jeremy — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 22:26:31 +0000

I agree about knowing roles. If guys are worried about being pulled for each mistake or don’t know what is expected of them when they are in, trouble and confusion will often be the result. I suppose that is what training camp is for.

When they say “three deep at every position” I’d think it more means, in case of injury we won’t lose much. Some of the third options at each spot are better served as guys who are there just in case. Roko Ukic, Joe Alexander (sadly he’ll be playing catchup due to an early injury again) and Francisco Elson, don’t necessarily need to get in every night.

By: Stan

Stan — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 21:38:42 +0000

While I agree, I think an argument can also be made for players needing to have a role and understand their role. Too many lineup changes and too much shuffling could mess things up. I think depth and interchangable parts are good for a rebuilding team, but in order to get to the next level I think everyone needs to know their role so those on the court together are able to gel.

By: Kyle

Kyle — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 01:26:14 +0000

Depth is one of the most valuable things for a coach. When he doesn’t like the way things are going on the court, he can look down the bench and see OPTIONS…thus not stuck with watching things go wrong. We all know that Skiles has no problem yanking someone for not giving effort or doing things his way.

As for players, you tend to get the best out of guys when they know there are other viable options ready to take their PT (or money) if they slip up or dont give the necessary effort.

By: Mr B.

Mr B. — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 19:38:52 +0000

If the Milwaukee Rebuilders finish over .500 this season I will give you my cherished Shawn Kemp autographed Bucks ticket…….I know you have always wanted it.