D’Angelo Russell was benched for the remainder of the game against the Grizzlies after a poor performance.
JJ Redick, the coach, opted for Gabe Vincent at the point guard position in the second half.
Russell played only 21 minutes in the game, highlighting a lack of effort during critical moments.
Redick emphasized the importance of competitive spirit and attention to detail in his decision-making process.
The coach noted that Russell had shown improvement in certain areas but reverted to previous habits during the game.
Gabe Vincent’s strong defensive performance in the first half influenced the decision to keep him on the court.
Missed opportunities, including wide-open corner threes, were identified as potential momentum shifts in the game.