You do realize Nate has had a set rotation and substitution pattern for the past five years, right? I mean that's a pretty known trait of Nate - regardless of how well a player is doing, certain players are pulled or put in at certain times of the game. If Greg is not in foul trouble he is pulled at the 5-6 minute mark of the first quarter 95% of the time for Joel.
Yeah, but Oden does get to play the ENTIRE 2nd quarter (In his rotation), provided he doesn't get into foul trouble. Still didn't like taking him out though.
Sometimes it's good to take someone out when they've played well and contributed something good. Take em out before they start missing. But sometimes, I don't like it.