Why Miami's Fast Pace Strategy Will FAIL in the Playoffs (Coach Nick Breakdown)
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.
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