This is essentially what Thornton would look like coming off the bench, and I like it. He can stay aggressive and be the main option, and it doesn't look eye-openingly ridiculous when he's not passing up Cousins or Reke on the way to the hoop.
Secondly, I commend Smart on playing Honeycutt and Donte tonight, though it's probably more out of necessity/desperation than anything. But regardless, hopefully those two open up his eyes tonight and earn future minutes.