So how will Poole handle it when it’s his turn? Monday night was an encouraging sample. He erupted for 32 points in 26 high-energy bench minutes. But how about the nights when Thompson is on, Poole isn’t and the minutes and shots are decreased? “I was always a whatever-the-team-needs type of player,” he said. “I know what I bring to the table.” Who is taking his starting spot also matters. It’s a Hall of Famer, franchise legend and mentor who Poole tries to shoot alongside any chance he gets. “Right. Right,” Poole said. “Shit, we winning games, to be honest. It hasn’t been talked about much. We know he coming back. We know we got games tomorrow and the day after that. I haven’t really thought about it too much. I know what I bring to the table. I know I can impact the game.