Tom Thibodeau is known for substituting offense for defense at every dead ball late in games. In this scenario let’s assume that he finds a group of five that he locks into and is consistently putting on the floor late in the fourth quarter. What group is the most lethal blend of offensive efficiency, yet, has the potential to get consecutive defensive stops?
Jimmy Butler and Andrew Wiggins are clearly going to play when the game is in the balance. Butler, a two-time All-Star will likely be given the role of primary ball-handler. He has experience running the point and Thibodeau will trust his late-game decision-making abilities.