Anybody that questions this decision didn't watch last game. Josh Smith is CLEARLY a better fit with the starters.
Was bound to happen, Smith a much better fit with the starters, much like Jones. Howard/DMo lineups haven't been working well seemingly.
DMo will get his minutes! Dwight is not at 100 percent and this will give him the chance to play limited minutes until the playoffs. He's starting to wear that shirt he wore when he was with the lakers. He needs to fix that shoulder and let it heal enough to rock the playoffs. This is why for those who want Dragic for Dmo and co really need to reconsider. DMO gives us depth at both pf and Center position. He is a legit 7' player and can allow us to rest guys like Howard to rest. Smith may start but if Mchale is smart he will manage those minutes properly to allow everyone to be properlly rested.
It does not even matter that Smith starts or not. One game him or one game Donatas. Watch who finishes the game, plays well during crunch time All that matters
Smith played with the starters down the stretch last game. Makes perfect sense. PLUS If he jacks up 2 three pointers in this game, he is due to hit one.
i hope dmo isn't emotionally affected by this; he comes off as a guy who isn't as mentally composed as most hope he can give us solid contribution off the bench
If Dmo can't handle his role then he needs to find someplace he can feel like he can be effective. Maybe head back to Euro play.
Smith starting was inevitable. It was bound to happen sooner rather than later. Might as while get the starting line up set now than play a couple games then make the switch. This team needs some consistency.
