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Originally Posted by Melonhead
I mean I guess...Barnes just needed a place to spread his wings. Even Rick said Barnes' work ethic is second to none. He's done a lot himself. Rick gets some credit in there but I wouldnt call it Ricks great achievement
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I think Rick's biggest achievement with Barnes is the fact he plays him and gave him a veteran's core role which is what I think DHWS was suggesting. With 4 years in the league, along with a couple of rings and 20+mil salary I'd say Rick considers him a vet and has loosened the leash on him.
Dirk's mere presence on the team is what I think is holding Barnes back from fully taking over as the main catalyst/goto guy.