Sunday, November 14, 2010

Jones, House, and Haslem provide strong support off the bench

So, we have seen Miami improve over the first 10 games, and you have to give some credit to the bench play. Jones, House, and Haslem provide a spark off the bench and light up the scoreboards. They prove to be very strong players and hit some big shots down the stretch in close games.

I love Haslem's consistency. He sets the tone for Miami's offence and will always be there to knock down shots when everyone else is off. He is a fundamentally sound player who loves going for boards, playing stingy D, and putting up solid numbers. Miami's players gave up a good amount of money to keep him on the squad, and it looks to be  a solid investment.

Eddie House has a very quick trigger finger and loves to shoot the ball. He has some big games for Miami, and his shooting ability helps to stretch the floor and opens up shots for everyone else. His play gets everyone on their feet, and can shift the momentum of the game in a matter of seconds. This guy is going to do some big things this year.

And finally, my personal favorite off the bench, James Jones. I really like the way this guy plays basketball. He has such a natural shot and a very quick release. He is one of the better spot up shooters in the game today, and he is shining under the South Beach spotlight this season. He, like House, can stretch the floor with his shot. He has had  a few big games thus far, and his big shooting in the second and third quarters of games help the Heat pull away from opponents. He is doing a terrific job stepping up, and even after Miller returns, I expect to see Jones playing a lot. His 10 points a game do terrific things for the Heat, and he will be a catalyst in many of their victories. There is a very bright future for James Jones.

The Miami bench will only get stronger once Miller returns to the line up and Chalmers gets more accustomed to the Miami offense. Coach Spo is going to have plenty of offensive weapons, and players that can turn the game around with just a flick of the wrist. LeBron and rack up the assists by having these guys in his arsenal, and I am sure he loves having them around. When the king can find the open man, he is at his best. LeBron is a spectacular passer, and these Miami players are definitely going to capitalize.  Expect career seasons from some the guys on the Miami bench.

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