Booker carries Suns' offense with Green out.

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00:00Welcome to our analysis of the Phoenix Suns dynamic this season. The primary factor influencing the

00:06success of the Phoenix Suns this season is the chemistry that develops between Devin Booker and

00:11Jalen Green in the backcourt. Unfortunately, this synergy has not yet begun, as Green suffered a

00:16hamstring strain during the preseason and then aggravated the injury while in China. The Suns

00:23are expected to provide an update on Green's condition by the time of their second game of

00:27the season, suggesting he may be nearing a return. Coach Jordan Ott mentioned that Green was on the

00:33verge of playing in the second game in China on October 12th before the injury setback occurred.

00:39This situation places the Suns in a precarious position, particularly concerning their offensive

00:44strategy. If either Booker or Green is sidelined, the team will rely on just one ball handler who

00:51commands significant attention from opposing defenses and possesses the skills to be a key playmaker.

00:57During the preseason, we got a glimpse of how the offense functions without Green,

01:01focusing solely on Booker. Defenses will likely aim to limit Booker's effectiveness.

01:06He is adept at finding opportunities to exploit defenses, particularly when he is paired with

01:12the spacing provided by Grayson Allen and Dylan Brooks. This dynamic is likely to persist even after

01:17Green makes his return. In their preseason opener, the Los Angeles Lakers struggled significantly

01:23to prevent Booker from penetrating their defense. It's important to note that this marks his 11th

01:28season in the NBA. Reflecting on his early career, he gained valuable experience during the latter part

01:33of his rookie season and further developed his skills as an on-ball point guard in his second year.

01:38That was 10 years ago. Booker is so skilled that he can perform these actions effortlessly.

01:43However, it won't always be executed so flawlessly. He frequently ranks among the top players in the league

01:48for secondary assists, which refers to the pass he makes that leads to the actual assist.

01:53After Wednesday's practice, Ott mentioned that they often discuss the concept of pass-pass,

01:58which involves creating those types of scoring opportunities. This is where Green's absence

02:03will be most felt. Having a player with his abilities on the second side is incredibly beneficial

02:08for constructing an effective offense. Booker is now relying on players like Allen, Brooks,

02:14Ryan Dunn, and other perimeter players to step up. Defenses will continue to focus on limiting

02:20Booker's impact, which means his teammates will need to contribute significantly before a possession

02:24concludes. For instance, there were two impressive plays by Allen during such moments, showcasing a

02:30well-executed bounce pass from Osoe Godaro and a strong finish by Nick Richards. Although Booker is

02:36designated as the point guard, the terminology can be somewhat misleading. Terms like initiator and ball

02:42handler serve similar purposes, but the player responsible for bringing the ball up and initiating

02:47a play isn't always a traditional point guard for every team in the league. Instead, this role may

02:52shift among various players, many of whom may not be primary playmakers or may average fewer than

02:57three assists per game. The focus is on optimizing the offensive threats and identifying the best

03:02opportunities for Booker to exploit. When asked about the distinction between these roles, Booker shared

03:07his perspective. He mentioned that when you are bringing the ball up the court, you tend to attract a lot

03:11of attention. He explained that when executing a pin down screen, it can serve as a secondary action

03:17that might catch opponents off guard. He believes that in their style of play, if a player creates an

03:23advantage early on, the ball is likely to return to them. The Phoenix Suns aim to implement this strategy.

03:29Devin Booker will face full court pressure designed to wear him down throughout the game,

03:34which means that at times, another guard or wing player will bring the ball past half court and wait

03:38for a play to develop for Booker. The following clips illustrate two instances that resulted in

03:44turnovers, but they represent scenarios that are likely to occur frequently. In the first clip,

03:51Allen is bringing the ball up the court. As he does this, Booker positions himself at the free throw line,

03:57while Iguodaro sets a screen for Allen. Booker then makes a move toward the top of the key,

04:03where he can either utilize Iguodaro's role as a makeshift screen or receive a direct screen from him.

04:08It is evident that the Suns are focused on having a strong ball handler in these situations.

04:13When players notice an opportunity, they are quick to make a move. Allen attempts to do so but finds

04:18himself caught in a difficult position. In another scenario, Booker moves from right to left while

04:23receiving a screen from Richards in the same area, which allows him to initiate the play. However,

04:28he quickly passes the ball again after receiving a screen from Richards in the opposite direction.

04:33Although Booker aims for an open shot, he doesn't find the space he desires and ends up being

04:37surrounded by three Lakers, resulting in a turnover. Throughout this, Booker consistently relies on

04:43his teammates, encouraging Allen to be aggressive in those situations. In the final example, Booker is

04:48closely guarded near half-court. Typically, he would allow this to happen, leading the Suns to play

04:54four-on-four. Dunn approaches to help free him, but Booker shows little interest in this option,

05:00preferring that Iguodaro take on a one-on-one dribble drive, a skill that the second-year player has been

05:06focusing on this season. Unfortunately, this play also results in a turnover. The important aspect

05:12is for this, the importance of effective teamwork is crucial, and Booker is here to elaborate on that

05:17point. He stated,

05:19If teams decide to employ ineffective defensive strategies, I always emphasize that the faster

05:24we can capitalize on those mistakes, the more chances will arise throughout the game. This implies

05:28that if opponents' strategies fail, they may resort to a more straightforward approach,

05:33against the Suns. If his teammates consistently take advantage of these opportunities, it will

05:38create more space for him to operate. Iguodaro had previously demonstrated his ability to contribute

05:44positively, during the preseason, with impressive passes and drives that resulted in free-throw

05:49opportunities. Ott viewed the last three games as beneficial for the team.

05:53I believe we gained valuable insights, he remarked. In today's game, having multiple ball handlers on the

05:59court is essential, and we have that capability. I think Oso adds an extra layer to our strategy.

06:05Additionally, we need to consider how the opposing defense approaches us. We will seek solutions tailored

06:10to each game. Overall, I think our performance has been quite good so far. In earlier stages of

06:16Booker's career, when he was not in possession of the ball during competitive in the past, there were

06:21players like Eric Bledsoe, Ricky Rubio, Chris Paul, and Kevin Durant who were known to have the capability

06:28to make a significant impact. Their presence posed a considerable threat on the court. However, as the

06:35opening night approaches, that threat will be absent, making it a key point of interest to observe how the

06:40outcomes unfold. How do you think the Suns will adjust their offense until this backcourt chemistry can

06:45fully develop?

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