CLEPeyton Watson · James Harden · Donovan MitchellRole & RotationPresser1d

Watson still integrating with Harden and Mitchell after missing time.

“We need more sample size, but he's doing what we're asking him to do. So he does need more reps with those guys. Just haven't had enough reps.”

CLEJames HardenNewsPresser1d

Harden has regained his explosiveness lately but was not sharp in a back-to-back game.

“I felt like James lately has had his pop back. You know, tonight probably wasn't, he wasn't there... I think there are a couple guys out there that were, you know, not in peak form... tough back-to-back.”

CLEPeyton Watson · Jarrett AllenRole & RotationPresser2d

Ev's length and Watson's ball disruption help the defense with Allen out.

“Big time, especially defensively, right? Like, you know, obviously having J.A. out... Obviously, you have Ev, who has his length, and then Peyton, you know, who's disrupting the ball.”

CHACoby WhiteMinutes & UsagePresser6d

White played more minutes than his planned allocation allowed.

“I knew how many minutes I was going to play... So, probably play a little more than I was supposed to, actually.”