Although the Miami Heat are off to a rocky, 2-5 start, they sit a respectable 13th in offensive rating and operate at a breakneck pace. It’s a style that could catch any team off-guard — and it often has over…
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick challenged his team defensively at halftime during Monday's game against the Miami Heat, praising their subsequent response as "awesome." After surrendering 72 first-half points, the Lakers restricted Miami to 45 points in the second half to secure a 136-118 victory.
Redick emphasized transition defense and getting set quickly against Miami's fast-paced offense. The Lakers recorded a 95.7 defensive rating in the second half, allowing only 16 early-possession points compared to 40 in the first half.
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