Ummmm because Pierce and Daniels were in early foul trouble, Scal, the backup 3 this year, is hurt, and, BTW unless you weren't paying attention during the fourth period, JR Giddens is pathetic against second team Bobcats, nevermind first team Bobcats.
What is he supposed to do, reward Giddens for playing horribly by making him the first 3 off the bench in the third quarter because the fans are worried that Ray has played too many minutes after JUST TWO GAMES!!
Come on. Get real. This isn't mid season. It's game freaking 2.