Much like here in Minnesota when it comes to Dorka, I never understood why the Aces coaching staff won't play Megan more. Two or three possessions out there just to see what develops. It could payoff or it could not.
In fairness, Aces were 20 minutes from their season ending. "could pay off or it could not" would not be my advised strategy in those circumstances.
Totally understand.In fairness, Aces were 20 minutes from their season ending. "could pay off or it could not" would not be my advised strategy in those circumstances.
Something like that. They looked and played well out there.
I've wondered about Dorka's but the roster was very different last season. The depth at her position has made it tougher for her to crack the line up. The same thing is happening with Diamond Miller who started a fair bit last season. Reeves is relying on veterans big time this year.
Great points and I get that Coach is going with her vets out there and players, in this case Dorka, it is going to be tough cracking the line up, but for me, and thankfully I ain't coaching the Lynx right now. We might be out of the playoffs if I were coaching. But for me, sometimes that hidden piece that could win a game or title, could be sitting right on that bench and you will never know until you give them that chance. Dorka didn't hurt the team during her time out there and I believe at one point in the game, Reeve had four reserves on the court with Bridget, who has been a beast this season!! I am proud of her and for her!
No argument there. I've been of the opinion that Dorka could contribute. My post was based on gut feeling with what I've seen this season. Reeve hasn't given rookies or 2nd year players as many opportunities compared to last year. Not sure why.
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Those three played well and Vegas' cause will be very well served if they continue to do so.
Defending an equally slow post and/or operating against a weak defensive team a la.the Phoenix Mercury.
Underrated LG (lead guard) you mean
I chuckle when commentators talk about how she's adjusting to the PG label. Either way, she's had a great season and I'm happy for her.Sabrina had more turnovers then points.
Solid points. Coaches doing what they think is best for their teams in these big moments.
Come on. Ionescu had been fantastic in the playoffs up until last night, and I haven't seen anything complimenting her from you. One bad game and you're back to this again? How about some balance?
She has been playing in 5 minute spurts though since coming back from the knee surgery. Maybe something isn't right there that we aren't aware of.
Are we watching the same play offs? One game where Vegas played a heck of a loy better defence was the reason behind this. Ionescu's performance throughout the play offs has been much better than what she was last season.
Oops, wasn't taking that into account. She's played some tough defense on Gray most of the series. They are getting good minutes from Thornton and Fiebich has increased her scoring, so they aren't really missing Laney-Hamilton's offense that much.
She’s been playing great on defense so I don’t think it’s her knee. Everyone but Stewie played awful in game 3. They need everyone to contribute if they want to avoid a game 5.
Stewie was hot for the first 10 minutes of the game, then went ice cold. Started 4-4, then went 3-13 the rest of the way. I don't think you can really elevate her above the rest of the team. Also I wouldn't describe JJ or Fieibich as awful.