Just like any other coach, Gregg Popovich has his weaknesses. His ability to maximize the talent of his players is clearly not one of them. He’s proved it over the years, turning limited prospects and journeymen into valuable contributors.
That’s why it’s so surprising that he never found a way to make the most out of Davis Bertans. In his two season with the Spurs, the Latvian sharpshooter has had good stretches, but it’s hard to shake the feeling that he could be doing more.
As he’s about to enter restricted free agency, it’s something to consider.