When you talk NBA Playoffs with basketball ‘gurus,’ the issue of matchups will soon dominate the conversation. Yes, matchups on the court play a major role in postseason success.
Unlike the regular season—where better talent will be reflected in a team’s record over the course of 82 games—the NBA Playoffs require more from players and coaches. Coaches, a matchup in every game of the playoffs that matters, but people rarely talk about.
If matchups hold the importance we believe, the coaches should be part of any discussion. Coaches have to often find ways to counter unfavorable matchups. Other times an NBA coach will scheme their way into beneficial match-ups with the X’s and O’s. Many times situations dictate that adjustments happen during games.
No one can deny that coaching matters in the NBA Playoffs. So I’m putting down my list of the five best coaches in the 2010 NBA Playoffs.
Phil Jackson
career: 1,098-460 (71%)
post-season: 209–91 (70%)
The ‘Zen Master’ has rings coming out of the ying-yang, six if you're unfamiliar with my counting system. ...
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The 5 Best Coaches in the 2010 NBA Playoffs
April 16th, 2010 by Wil Bradley Leave a reply »
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