I agree on all points. It has seemed to date to be much more often a baby-sitting engagement than trial prep. Also, I would also think that now would be a key time for additional prep, especially if there are any bombshell results int he discovery release.
Let me toss this additional thought out there: is it possible that something in KC's response or lack thereof during the memorial could have disgusted or alarmed JB, too? Might there have been an exchange that even a defense lawyer should not have heard/seen?
Just asking.
Personally, I am beginning to think that this is a combination of many of the things being discussed: the money possibly drying up, the physical effects on JB, the controversy surrounding JB's association with PCM and possible additional investigations, KC's petulance, etc.
The cumulative effects might just be pointing towards a defense team change for lead chair sooner than we think.