Lin deserves to start. But he didn't make a difference - he was like a ghost on the court when they were trading leads. If he played like Beverly did in the 4th - hitting crucial shots, getting guys involved, forcing TO's, he would've stayed in That's all there is to it.
Except he shot 100% in the FIRST quarter. He was a complete no show the other 3 quarters. Please watch the game. I'm just as disappointed as well in Lin, but I don't blame it on other things.
i would have kept that lineup for as long as they were pouring it on. beverly's energy and delfino's shooting off the bench would have solidified dominance and kept orlando from thinking they could actually make a game of it. instead they subbed way too soon, putting a different complexion on the game and gave orlando confidence. an all too familiar pattern and plan when we play these lesser teams. we all seen the results.
Bev played well tonight but IMO you don't bench your starter for the entire 4th quarter unless he is injured. That is a questionable move by McHale.
REPEAT OF LAST GAME COME OUT STRONG BEGINNING 1ST LOSE THE LEAD PLAY CATCH UP 2ND AND 3RD LIN 1ST HALF 5 ASSTS 2ND HALF 0 LOOK IT UP
A little disappointed at Lin's performance. It's not about his percentage, but his passivity -- not aggressive in attacking the rim or in defense. But he is hurt, so let Bev do more.
Why do posters ask the same questions repeatedly, and then provide the same conclusion? Oh, and I believe our coach's name is spelled McHale. Good to get the win tonight and congrats to every player and coach who made a contribution.
Find it odd that after that big OKC game and Mchale's "29 points and 9 TOs" criticism Lin has once again reverted to being passive and not looking to shoot/attack. I prefer "home run hitter" Lin to the passive "leadoff hitter" McHale seems to want. Why not have 2 home run hitters in the backcourt? Last I checked when Lin puts up big scoring numbers next to Harden Rockets win.
Man, some of you are cry babies. Had Mchale pulled Bev, we probably wouldve lost and you'd still want his head. Its like he cant do anything right with you guys. He stuck with Bev because he was hot and getting deflections ffs.
Win or lose, game threads are all about Lin after the game goes off. Beverly was a huge reason the team won. Created some key turnovers, hit big shots, McHale would have been stupid to take him out. Especially with how much this team needed the win.
YOU SHOULD THIS TEAM HAS TO FIND ANSWERS AND ITS NOT AT THE PG POSITION THE TEAM JUST PLAYS DIFFERANT IN THE 2ND HALF
So I guess Lin fans would of been happier tonight if Lin had played out the 4th and we lost rather than Beverly saving our asses with that superb 4th qtr which resulted in a much needed win. Geez there is something really messed up if that is the case. But then again, most LOFs do not understand or recognize how the game is supposed to be played/coached. By all means, if a player is hot, you keep him in. Relax, we won, therefore we have a better chance to make playoffs which means more Lin!!!!!!
don't you see the difference. by the time nash should be in, lakers already left wolfs in the dust. what's the point to bring back the oldest starter? if this were the case in tonight game. i have no problem.
