mtnba2k Posted July 3, 2017 Report Share Posted July 3, 2017 However, that hasn't been the case, as the Mavericks have ran a zone defense just two times (getting stops both times). I don't know why the Mavericks have been avoiding the zone, but it just doesn't make sense, especially considering that Portland has gone on a few big runs during this series. The best way to disrupt these runs, go zone. If the Mavericks see Portland going off of them, they should be throwing their zone out there.Spurs Vs. Grizzlies Score: Tony Parker Gives San Antonio Early Lead - San Antonio Spurs Game 4 Adjustments: Better Shot Selection, Double The Post - Each day, we are going to preview the night's NBA Playoffs action by looking at the adjustments that can be made by the losing team and showing what they can do to win.After San Antonio's loss to Memphis in Game 1, everyone knew that this was going to be a tough series for the Spurs, but that they would be able to pull it out. Now, with the Grizzlies winningGame 3in Memphis, the series result is much more in the air. If the Spurs want to win Game 4, they need to make a few adjustments.Offense: Three-Point Shot SelectionDuring the regular season, the Spurs were one of the best three point shooting teams in the league. However, during this series, the Spurs have really struggled knocking threes down. Game3 was a perfect example of that with the Spurs going 2-15 from the three-point line. Now, some of this has to do with Memphis doing a great job playing the three-point line, but the Spurs are also to blame as they are making poor decisions when it comes to shot selection. Here, this is just a quick shot early in the clock. This has been the biggest difference in the Spurs' offense compared to years past. However, when you are in a funk like this, it is hard think this is a good shot, especially when contested. If the Spurs can take advantage of the Grizzlies and their hard closeouts in the corner (by pump faking and driving), this could make the Buy Madden NFL 18 Coins Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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