Even as his Vanderbilt product Aaron Nesmith put together an encouraging stretch of games in mid-February, his college coach cautioned that Nesmith was still figuring out how to best impact games at the NBA level.
Said Stackhouse in late February: "Once he gets it, look out. He’s going to do everything he can to stay there.”
Nesmith vanished from Boston’s rotation just as quickly as he emerged that month. Despite distinguishing himself with his hustle, he was a DNP -- Coach’s Decision in six of seven games starting on the final day of February. Even as Boston navigated relentless health woes, Nesmith’s playing time was spotty for the next two months.