RE: Johnson and Dec. 6th Bradley Game
I'm definitely in the Pookie camp right now. Yes, he most definitely has several flaws just like every player and coach on this team. Kedren just doesn't do anything, though. He cannot shoot, he cannot get past any defender, too slow on defense, makes TO (just like Pookie). Pookie is not good either, but after watching every game, he seems to be the best option IMO. Pookie has had his times where he has looked horrific, yes, but also he has shown times where he has shown promise and contributed. I have really only seen Kedren struggle, and never once have I really thought after seeing him play so far that "Man, that was a really nice take to the rim" Or "Man, that was a really good look." Really just all negative from Kedren. Now, if Kedren can get in shape like we've all stated, then things can change. My thought process is go with Pookie and deal with his bonehead passes, picked up dribbles, and lack of recognition on defense and also see the promise and upside that we have seen with him. That at least gives us a glimmer of hope for the future... However, playing Markel at the 1 is something I still don't understand. The man is clearly a 2 and you can't fault him for that. He needs to be playing the 2, whether that means coming off of the bench or starting. I would go with Pookie, Woodson, Burrell, Nichols, and Goodwin. Markel coming off the bench first.
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