I haven't finished re-watching Game 1 and fully formulating my new official Blog Game Plan so that I can send that to Coach D per his personal request to me...
Here's what I have so far:
Less fouls - more D. We obviously can't afford to have all three of our bigs in foul trouble early in the game. I agree with Steve Kerr that the game was well officiated and the Suns just need to play a little smarter and understand that the only way the Spurs can stop Shaq and Amare is to flop draw fouls.
more after the jump...
Grant's groin. If Grant isn't ready - and I mean READY - then he needs to come off the bench and play less. I think Giricek is a solid option for this team. He has playoff experience, is a mature and smart player and can bring it on both sides of the floor.
Go at Parker. Popovich used Bowen on Nash a
Continue to go at
Defend
Be Ready to Fire. The Spurs typically don't like to leave the Suns open at the 3 point line, but I expect to see them double the post more and leave the Suns open from the outside. Be ready to fire.
You thoughts are encouraged in the comments – but don’t delay.
Coach D is waiting to hear back from us!