Last Sunday Singapore Slingers had a big 18 points win over the Brunei Barracudas and ending with 87-69. Being in the audience we all hope that the point difference would narrow down throughout the game. That would have added a factor of uncertainty and somewhat make it more exciting.
However, from a different perspective blowout games show the pure intricacy of basketball at its best. Looking at the plays this game by the Slingers, both defensive and offensive reads from player to coach were excellent. Strategies were also executed with concise precision.
Key factors contribute to the win for the Slingers:
1. Playing Strong Defense
The one that stands out most is the strong defense that Slingers play this game. They pressured the ball in every passing from in the key to the boundaries of the 3 point line. Slingers watched for open lanes and closed them before the Barracudas could pass it off.
2. Spotting the weakness of their opponents
From this particular game it seems that the Barracudas do not have strong ball handlers. The Slingers saw that and brought in their smaller and faster players (Wei Long, Al Vergara, Hong Wei Jian, Michael Wong - interchangeably) for a full court press during the 3rd quarter. Most of the game Jeffers & Lablanc/Pathman would cover down low and the 3 speedy players would be harassing the ball handler + the shooters at the wings.
Major mishaps by the Barracudas ball handlers (all leading to turnovers):
- Pressured into stopping the ball just before the halfway line even with a big man screening for him.
- Stopping right in front of the defender 2 feet from the 3 point line with no option for a pass.
- Not pushing the ball fast through the court and looking for an outlet pass to a big man even when they know the defense was tight on them.
3. Acknowledging the Strengths of their opponents
Base on the previous game that Brunei Barracudas played against the KL Dragons #13 Michael Pilgrim was one of their main offensive force in the paint scoring 22 points. After watching him play I knew for sure that Slingers have to get him fouled out for them to dominate this game. He is a problem for both Jeffers and Leblanc to deal with on their defense. Pilgrim might not be as strong as Jeffers but definitely faster. Pilgrim is also stronger than Leblanc.With that in mind Slingers got him into foul trouble early in the game and fouled him out during the 4th quarter.
Good game by the Singapore Slingers, claiming their win in their first game for ABL (ASEAN Basketball League). For the nicely planned strategy this is for u Frank Arsego (head coach of Slingers):
All battles are won before they are fought. — Sun Tzu (The Art of War)
Can’t wait for this Sunday’s Game where Singapore Slingers VS Philippines Patriots 4pm @ Singapore Indoor Stadium. Come Join Us!! Tickets sales at SISTIC are from $8 - $18 & courtside seats at $50.
However, from a different perspective blowout games show the pure intricacy of basketball at its best. Looking at the plays this game by the Slingers, both defensive and offensive reads from player to coach were excellent. Strategies were also executed with concise precision.
Key factors contribute to the win for the Slingers:
1. Playing Strong Defense
The one that stands out most is the strong defense that Slingers play this game. They pressured the ball in every passing from in the key to the boundaries of the 3 point line. Slingers watched for open lanes and closed them before the Barracudas could pass it off.
2. Spotting the weakness of their opponents
From this particular game it seems that the Barracudas do not have strong ball handlers. The Slingers saw that and brought in their smaller and faster players (Wei Long, Al Vergara, Hong Wei Jian, Michael Wong - interchangeably) for a full court press during the 3rd quarter. Most of the game Jeffers & Lablanc/Pathman would cover down low and the 3 speedy players would be harassing the ball handler + the shooters at the wings.
Major mishaps by the Barracudas ball handlers (all leading to turnovers):
- Pressured into stopping the ball just before the halfway line even with a big man screening for him.
- Stopping right in front of the defender 2 feet from the 3 point line with no option for a pass.
- Not pushing the ball fast through the court and looking for an outlet pass to a big man even when they know the defense was tight on them.
3. Acknowledging the Strengths of their opponents
Base on the previous game that Brunei Barracudas played against the KL Dragons #13 Michael Pilgrim was one of their main offensive force in the paint scoring 22 points. After watching him play I knew for sure that Slingers have to get him fouled out for them to dominate this game. He is a problem for both Jeffers and Leblanc to deal with on their defense. Pilgrim might not be as strong as Jeffers but definitely faster. Pilgrim is also stronger than Leblanc.With that in mind Slingers got him into foul trouble early in the game and fouled him out during the 4th quarter.
Good game by the Singapore Slingers, claiming their win in their first game for ABL (ASEAN Basketball League). For the nicely planned strategy this is for u Frank Arsego (head coach of Slingers):
All battles are won before they are fought. — Sun Tzu (The Art of War)
Can’t wait for this Sunday’s Game where Singapore Slingers VS Philippines Patriots 4pm @ Singapore Indoor Stadium. Come Join Us!! Tickets sales at SISTIC are from $8 - $18 & courtside seats at $50.
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