Breaking down some Jrue Holiday film. I love how instead of opening his hips when guys attack his top foot, he will slide to create contact. Often times resulting the a steal from the ball being so exposed
"It seemed like every time I caught the ball they went in a zone. It was kind of confusing at times." — Anthony Edwards after last night’s loss to the Lakers.
He’s not wrong. And it’s not the first time.
Let’s break down how the Lakers disrupted Ant — and why this isn’t new. 🧵
The Warriors held the 2-seed Rockets to just 85 points, forced 16 turnovers, and made VanVleet and Green shoot a combined 7-of-34.
Steve Kerr gets his 100th playoff win in a classic defensive masterclass.
Let's dive into the defense. A thread...
Rick Carlisle hasn’t used zone once this series.
Not even against a Thunder team that has struggled against it.
But what if he’s been saving a twist for Game 7—like he did in 2011?
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Luka gave up 41 points on defense in a must-win Game 5!
I've never done a negative film breakdown, but this was one of the worst performances in a must-win game.
Let's break it down🧵
The Pacers completely flipped their identity in Game 6—
And it broke OKC’s offense.
Held them scoreless for nearly 7 minutes and to their lowest 3-quarter output all year.
Here’s how Indiana changed everything defensively 🧵
The Pacers didn’t just steal Game 1 — Rick Carlisle coached them to it.
Defensive adjustments. Offensive wrinkles.
A masterclass from a veteran coach.
Here’s how Carlisle outmaneuvered the Thunder 🧵🔥
"As soon as someone dribbles the ball, that's when you want to attack." - @DysonDaniels
Take it from the guy with the most steals in a season since the 1990's! 📽️🧠
D Wade teaching Zaire Wade how to guard ball screens. "you stay off me, I'm dancing' - need to initiate the defense, funnel into screen, take away reject!