... as in the 1st month of the NBA season: NBA Rules Committee: 2 NBA Coaches and Players: 0 The committee changed the illegal defensive rules (the one that allows for any defense) to: 1. Eliminate ISOs and encourage 'team play' - Advantage committee. As one article I read pointed out (I think it was on ESPN.com), even one-dimensional teams like Utah are struggling to adapt to the greater variety and flexibility defenses have now. The message is clear: No more giving the ball to your best player(s) and basically letting them win a 1-on-1 or 2-on-2 contest. In order to compete offensively you must involve more players. 2. Increase scoring - Advantage committee. 5 teams are averaging 100 pts or more, 4 others are over 98 pts, and the 'fast break' has made a return to the NBA. Next month, the true PG and weak-side offense will make a comeback. Thoughts?
