What happened: Mitch Johnson addressed the new three-guard starting lineup after a poor night. He said however many guards played, they all struggled. He called it a well-rounded poor effort by the group.

Why it matters: The three-guard look is an early experiment with rotation balance at stake. Early struggles test patience as the staff evaluates fit and spacing. Continued poor outings could force a rotation adjustment.

What to watch: Watch whether Johnson sticks with the three-guard starters next game. Guard response and spacing will show if patience holds.