In last night’s win over the Blazers, we got a first look at what Philly coach Eddie Jordan’s rotation looks like when his team is at full strength. Fantasy owners that decided to wait out Lou Williams’ broken jaw should be pleased.
Williams’ fantasy numbers for the game might look pedestrian at first glance — in his first game sharing the backcourt with Allen Iverson, Williams scored just nine points on 3-of-9 shooting from the floor. But his other numbers — five boards, five assists, three steals — were very good. And most importantly, Williams played 35 minutes — among the Sixers, only Andre Iguodala (43) played more.
Monday’s game was just Williams’ fourth since returning — much more quickly than anticipated — and a little rust is to be expected. I expect him to be scoring in the low teens before long — even playing alongside a noted “volume scorer” like Iverson.
Speaking of Iverson, the veteran showed few ill-effects after missing four games with knee problems. He played thirty-plus minutes and scored 19 points on 7-of-11 shooting from the floor 5-7 from the line and added five dimes.
More on Williams, Iverson and the Sixers at NBA.com – Philly’s Rotation Taking Shape.
