Found June 08, 2009 on NBAtipoff: Yardbarker Blogger Network
Rafer23
In the first two games of the NBA finals, Rafer Alston has played terribly. He's been clanking open jump shots, attempting floaters when an open layup is available and just not playing his game. So I'm going to put on my SVG hat and ask myself: should Rafer start, or play in game 3?I would support a bold move here. This is the finals, everyone has to put every option on the table. I'd consider cutting Rafer's minutes a lot, or benching him. If guys can't perform, I'm all for not playing them or teaching them a hard lesson. Alston HAS to hit open jumpers. End of story. If he can't do that, the Magic need to find someone who can.The person who can hasn't gotten a chance yet this series: Anthony Johnson. Johnson had been real solid so far in the playoffs. The return of Jameer Nelson has cut him out of the rotation to this point, much to his disliking (though at least he hasn't said anything about it).Stan Van Gundy should start Anthony Johnson. Give ...
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