We’re all dissapointed that the 6ers couldn’t pull out the win at home after a long break, but there were some positives. The third quarter last night was probably the best quarter of the season. Brand was a beast on D, we limited our turnovers, we crashed the boards, and Iggy was able to play the Pippen-role in getting a hand in every play on both sides of the court. We just need to be able to put together 36 more minutes of that kind of play.
What really dissappointed me last night was the play calling and preperation. We’ve all read about the well-publisized “spacing” issue that was worked on in practice the last 4 days. Well, either the team didn’t execute or Mo Cheeks doesn’t no where to place those taped X’s on the court. Every time EB gets the ball in the high post, the rest of the team over loads the weak side and movement is stagnant. That makes the outlet pass for Brand more difficult and limits his court vision. There needs to be more movement on the offense and someone set on the perimeter on the strong side so that when the double team collapses on Brand, he’s got a clean outlet pass or the player coming to double EB can’t fully pressure Brand because he’s worried about the man outside. This gives Brand the opportunity to create more. Also, where’s the pick and roll? EB and Iggy should be running that play a 100 times in practice. And Sammy D should be putting himself in position to get the offensive rebound every time down the court. He’s been doing a very good job of this, but i guess my point is he doesn’t need to be creating offense with his goofy spin move or his inconsistent jumper.
other than that, I learned that Thad is only human….damn!

I think he was secretly trying to help the 6ers last night by shooting poorly.

Lou-Will’s block on Korver was money. He probably felt embrassed after that play..