I think Yao has improved alot Where do you see he needs to improve next. any particular area? I think Yao's next step is even More Aggression I want him to get that move/mentality that he is GOING TO SCORE I remember when Dream was triple teamed. .the ball was going in the hoop Which IMO helped his passing . . . because there was that doubt that he may not pass it . .. Double team or not. . sometimes Yao is going to have to WILL the shot Rocket River
I think as the season has progressed, Yao's started to develop that mentality (esp after coming back from the surgery). I think, as with the other facets of his game, the development will be gradual. I don't think there will ever be a point or game where he just 'gets it'. I do think he's getting there though, slowly but surely.
I think Yao realizes that. In the Chronicle's article after the loss to Suns, Yao said: "I have to learn how to score against the double-team," Yao said. "I passed too much in the first half. For the most part, that is the right pass. When I'm double-teamed, I have to pass the ball. But they just wanted to keep the ball out of my hands. I think I need to catch it and go sometimes."
Yao needs to increase his awareness to make up for his lack of speed. That means making quick decisions with the ball, and improving his anticipation when going for rebounds and playing defense. It will come with time. I'd love to see more high post action from Yao (like they do in Sacramento with Brad Miller), but that's up to Van Gundy.
i agree with the agression factor, more 2 handed dunks would be good and also his movements still look kinda mechanical so I think he should improve his footwork and balance in the offseason.
