Team USA Basketball getting beat by Germany

Unlocking Team USA's Potential: The Highs, Lows, and Keys to Victory 🇺🇸🏀

Posted at: 9/8/2023

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Tough loss for Team USA against Germany, but let's break down the performance to see where the silver linings and opportunities are, shall we?

Best Players

  1. Austin Reaves: With an SQ PPP of 1.36, ranking 98th, and 63% GPR, he's the star player you want to rely on. He's nailing those shots, plus dishing out 2.7 assists per game. Austin's got the magic touch at the rim and beyond the arc, with a Rim & 3 Rate of 67%.

  2. Tyrese Haliburton: He's not far behind with an SQ PPP of 1.26 and ranking 91st. Haliburton is a playmaker, evident from his 5.4 assists per game. His Rim & 3 Rate of 83% is impressive too.

Room for Improvement

  1. Chris Chiozza: With an SQ PPP of just 0.87 and ranking 9th, Chiozza needs to step up his game. Despite his high assist rate of 5 per game, his shooting efficiency is a concern.

  2. Brandon Ingram: Another player who needs to up his game is Ingram, who has an SQ PPP of 0.98 and ranks 27th. With a 42% BPR, he needs to focus on his defensive contributions.

Keys to Winning

  1. Improve Shooting Efficiency: Players like Anthony Edwards and Brandon Ingram need to be more efficient. Their low SQ PPP is not doing any favors.

  2. Better Team Defense: The team has high BPRs for certain players like Chris Chiozza and Brandon Ingram, but that needs to translate into effective team defense.

  3. Capitalizing on Strengths: Leverage players like Austin Reaves and Tyrese Haliburton who have high SQ PPP and assist rates. They can be crucial in turning the tide in favor of Team USA.

  4. Balanced Offense: Players with high Rim & 3 Rates, such as Tyrese Haliburton and Josh Hart, should be used more frequently to create a balanced offensive threat.

So, while the loss is disheartening, it's also filled with teachable moments. Onward and upward, Team USA! 🏀🇺🇸

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