Thibodeau's Lack of Trust in Knicks Depth a Problem Without Quick Fix

Depth Issues Linger for Knicks

The New York Knicks' struggles continued on Wednesday night as they fell to the Indiana Pacers 111-98. The loss dropped the Knicks to 11-13 on the season and marked their fourth loss in their last five games. One of the biggest issues for the Knicks has been their lack of depth, and that was evident against the Pacers.

Thibodeau's Rotation Short

Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau has been criticized for his unwillingness to use his bench, and that was the case again on Wednesday night. Thibodeau played just eight players for more than 10 minutes, and the Knicks were outscored by 19 points in the fourth quarter when their starters were on the bench.

Lack of Production from Bench

The Knicks' bench has been a major disappointment this season. The team's reserves are averaging just 24.4 points per game, which is the second-lowest mark in the NBA. Against the Pacers, the Knicks' bench was outscored 36-16. Obi Toppin, who is averaging 9.0 points per game this season, was held scoreless in 17 minutes.

Need for a Change

The Knicks need to find a way to get more production from their bench if they want to be successful this season. Thibodeau needs to be more willing to use his reserves, and the players who come off the bench need to be more productive. If the Knicks can't find a way to fix their depth issues, they will continue to struggle.

Conclusion

The Knicks' lack of depth is a major problem that needs to be fixed if the team wants to be successful this season. Thibodeau needs to be more willing to use his bench, and the players who come off the bench need to be more productive. If the Knicks can't find a way to fix their depth issues, they will continue to struggle.