Will Raja Bell or Barbosa start at shooting guard?
Its another question worth debating, but not as difficult to answer. You could make the argument for starting Barbosa because he brings the same energy and boost as Barnes, at least on the offensive end. It would mean more time with Nash and the possibility of some quick starts. But if Porter is serious about bringing a defensive mind-set to the team, your top defender isnt starting the game on the bench. And after working his whole career to become a starter, Bell would see such a move as a clear demotion, and it would play with his all-important psyche. He endured an injury-plagued season last year (mostly ankles) and was truly healthy for only a handful of games. But he has come into camp in great shape and perhaps to prove that at 32 he has a lot of miles left in his tank. 9. What do Porter and his staff bring to the table? Porter is more hands-on on the practice floor than DAntoni. Even in the voluntary workouts, he was constantly calling players over for instruction. He will joke
