Why Miami's Fast Pace Strategy Will FAIL in the Playoffs (Coach Nick Breakdown)
BBALLBREAKDOWNNovember 6, 20251:003.6K views
Miami's pace explosion from 27th to 1st is fascinating but concerning. They've practically eliminated pick-and-roll, pushing everything faster with less possession time. The problem? 116.4 offensive rating ranks just 12th despite all that speed.⁣ ⁣ This reminds me of the Heatles era when they'd have Mario Chalmers initiating while three superstars watched. Different personnel, same questionable approach.⁣ ⁣ Regular season success? Sure. But when playoff defenses get a week to prepare, those weak side spacing issues will get exposed. They'll cut off driving lanes and force tough paint shots.⁣ ⁣ Tyler Herro's return helps, but can he facilitate the drive-kick-swing they need, or will it just be drives into packed defenses leading to runouts the other way?⁣ ⁣ Speed without efficiency is fool's gold in the playoffs.