Though Dirk Nowitzki is usually a safer play at home, the Nuggets front court defense is atrocious right now. Kevin Love might tell you they’ve had a little trouble defending underneath without fouling. In their last three games, Denver has fouled opponents 27.7 times per game, which is second worst to only New Orleans who sits at 30. Denver also ranks #25 overall in defending the paint this year, allowing 44.6 PPG.
With Kevin Garnett out of the lineup for the 3rd straight game, Andray Blatche will get another start. Over his last three games Blatche has averaged 35.1 FPPG, and though the Memphis defense ranks #1 against centers overall and #4 in the last 8 games played, he’s still capable of putting up 15-10-3-3.
Amare Stoudemire’s price across the board has hit the floor, and though it’s unclear if he’s starting again, the Knicks have lost 8 straight and have nothing to lose by increasing his minutes.
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Harkless- put up solid points in 4 straight and plays vs. HOU
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Though Dirk Nowitzki is usually a safer play at home, the Nuggets front court defense is atrocious right now. Kevin Love might tell you they’ve had a little trouble defending underneath without fouling. In their last three games, Denver has fouled opponents 27.7 times per game, which is second worst to only New Orleans who sits at 30. Denver also ranks #25 overall in defending the paint this year, allowing 44.6 PPG.
With Kevin Garnett out of the lineup for the 3rd straight game, Andray Blatche will get another start. Over his last three games Blatche has averaged 35.1 FPPG, and though the Memphis defense ranks #1 against centers overall and #4 in the last 8 games played, he’s still capable of putting up 15-10-3-3.
Amare Stoudemire’s price across the board has hit the floor, and though it’s unclear if he’s starting again, the Knicks have lost 8 straight and have nothing to lose by increasing his minutes.
Small Forward
Harkless- put up solid points in 4 straight and plays vs. HOU
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