Don't be shocked if Fabulous Melo starts

[MBz]

If he's starting we're in major trouble.  That means Bass, Sullinger, Wilcox and probably Jeff Green as well all have gone down with injury.  All four of them have a MUCH better chance of starting over Melo.

[TA9]

He is right.. I wouldnt be shocked if Melo starts at the C position... Down in Maine..

[Jeff]

I reserve the right to be shocked.

[Finkelskyhook]

It's not out of realm of possibility Doc starts Fab Melo alongside Garnett. I'm counting on the fact Garnett the miracle worker. He made Ryan Hollins look decent which was a miracle. Doc will give Melo a small role with couple of tasks: Defend, Offensive rebound, and Take Charges. I think Fab Melo can be a difference maker on defense. An intimidator who blocks a lot of shots, and alters a lot more shots inside. And when he isn't blocking shots, he takes charges. Those small intangibles can be the difference in winning and losing.

PF: Garnett/Bass
-C: Melo/Sullinger

Sorry, but I will be shocked.

Melo is a rookie still learning the nuances of the game.  Stiemsma was a 27 year old expierenced ballplayer and he couldn't stay on the court as a rookie for foul trouble.

I would be more shocked if Melo were able to stay on the court for more than 7-8 minutes a game before fouling out than I would be if he started.

[footey]

I can see Melo getting some minutes at the 5.  Collins the only other pure 5 on the team, got to go somewhere.  KG will need to cut back his minutes, and also split some duty at the 4.  Wilcox also more of a 4/5.