Turns out, the magic number for Taylor Jenkins’ starting lineup is two, according to Bucks fans who weighed in on our latest survey. We asked you about the quartet of players the team landed in the trade that sent Giannis and Bobby Portis to Miami, and you made your voices heard: Herro and Ware are the guys you want out there from jump street. The buzz around this particular backcourt/frontcourt tandem is real, and it’s shaping up to be one of the hottest topics as we head into the season.
Why Herro and Ware Are Must-Starts
The sentiment for starting Tyler Herro and Kel’el Ware together is overwhelming, with fans highlighting their offensive punch and developmental potential. R984 put it plainly, “Herro just bc he’s probably our best offensive player (unless Rollins surpasses him, in which case move Herro to the bench imo), and I would like to see us start Ware, whether that is at the 4 or 5.” It’s all about getting Ware in a position to “develop to his maximum potential,” which honestly, who isn’t hyped for that? Retired janitor kept it simple, “Two, Herro and Ware.” Others echoed the sentiment, like GBFanBoy, who said “Herro and Ware all day.” There’s even talk from Thirty Point Buck that Herro will “start until traded” and Ware will “start but depending on matchups will come off the bench,” implying a strong initial showing for both. For Ware, fans like GBFanBoy also believe he’s a “better shooter than his sample size for sure.” That’s the kind of confidence we love to see in our new talent!
The Case for Three, and a Jaquez Jr. Breakout
While two was the majority, a solid third of you folks want to see three of those new guys starting, and Jaime Jaquez Jr. is at the heart of that discussion. Knuckles went with three, specifically stating, “I still am a firm believer that Jaquez Jr. should start. High IQ, excellent secondary playmaker, and coming off a 6MOY campaign in a contract year.” That’s a serious resume, right? At just 25 and entering his fourth season, the belief is strong that he’s got “a very good chance he has a breakout season.” Knuckles wants to see him either become a “part of the new future core” or get made “available at the deadline,” which is some savvy thinking. Naveed2000s agreed on three, noting, “only because currently JJJ is our best option at starting SF.” And for Ware, Knuckles sees him as a “swingman in the front court” who needs to start “next to Turner” to figure out his best fit after Turner is dealt. It’s clear fans are thinking strategically about player development and trade value, not just who looks good on paper.
So, what does this all mean for Taylor Jenkins? He’s got some tough calls coming. Some fans, like R984, even hinted that if “none of them should start,” those “future picks better be great,” or the whole trade might need reevaluation. That’s a lot riding on these new faces, and the season ahead is going to be crucial. Get ready, because the debate is just getting started, and we’re all watching to see who takes the court on opening night!
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Originally reported by Brew Hoop.
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