Head Coach JJ Redick Discussion: Spazzing Out

Definitely needs to be near the top of the conversation

 

Im not gonna say we're playing "small ball", since most of our guys are big for their positions, but not playing... or having a true C, will bite us in the a** sooner or later.

 

^ how is that 100.2?
FFS, there is no point in saving human kind.

 

He may have to take the car keys away from Luka and start calling plays again if Luka is going to take time to get that shooting back up.

Letting them freelance ain't working right now.

 

Defense is what wins championships

 

This defense is very sustainable, I like it bc it is very similar to what I have used for decades and it has allowed us to beat and dominate much bigger teams. I hope this is an indication of the future of the game because it is exciting to watch. Instead of being a plodding big, learn some skills and join in. Bigs should be able to dribble and pass and smalls should be able to post and rebound. Everyone should be able to play tough defense without fouling, limiting the oppositions ability to create mismatches. Simple things that make you a tough out.

 

Truth!!

 

Against the Clippers they did this sort of soft double team every time Harden turned the corner on an iso. The timing and angle of the double was nuanced, and it resulted in at least 3 turnovers. Vando, Vincent and Goodwin all were able to step in do it. That is all JJ. His schemes and preparedness are excellent. The team is defending and playing with the same identity after swapping AD and Max Christie for Luka and Jordan Goodwin in the rotation. These past 25 games or so has been a major statement for JJ, with the Denver game as icing. This guy is not only competent, he might be pretty damn good.

 

He's got them fully bought in to this identity and they're treating these defensive assignments like they're playoff games. AFTER losing two of the team's 4 best defenders. He has our two way guys ready for the moment and ready to be on a playoff (break in case of emergency) roster. That's some top notch, COY level s***.

 

Beta Robin Glass Brow AD was overrated.

What? I only said what you were thinking quietly out loud.

 

My take on AD. I believe he played on cruise control around 80% or so. He went to Dallas and of course wanted to show everybody that it wasn't a bad trade and played 100%. His body wasn't ready for that and broke. The moral of the story is to play mad all the time...lol.

 

He shouldn't be in consideration, he should be the early favorite.

 

Ya think Perk? That take is Magic the commentator worthy.







.... but thanks anyway, you're damn right he "should" be.