re: The Cornerstone's injury and how it affects Austin Rivers

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so I'd have to assume his development is progressing faster with the experience

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It's going to take time to get used to the league and the more minutes he plays the faster he'll adjust.

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let me just say this isn't a truism for the NBA

young guys need NBA coaching to develop their skillset early on. early play isn't that important

sometimes early play is a deterrent, b/c guys become more focused on the games themselves and not working on their skills