I'm wondering if the decision is being made in the way it is because Bennett will have to go out and play some solid minutes and not sheltered 6-9 minutes other rookies started year with. Maybe they have to be sure because it's all or nothing. Bennett either plays zero or goes 10+ minutes? Bennett's upside is higher than the current choices, but his risk factor is way higher too. The Shore/Bollig etc choices have lower upside, but perceived lower risks too.
I wanted Bennett hands down, but that swarm answer he gave throws me off. I trust management is a couple steps ahead and had this conversation weeks ago.
But this is probably moot because Bouma is coming back.
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