For now, we'll keep working on all the little things. Sure, we're a little younger than most of these teams. Means nothing to me. You know in your heart exactly what our potential is regardless of age. Reaching that potential is as realistic for us as it is for any team in our league, if not more so, because of one crucial ingredient: heart. I think we have more than any team, and as experience and chemistry kick in for us, it's just a matter of time before we reach a new level.
It's clear to me that the guys who put in the extra time on their own have really stepped up. The payoff is almost immediate. For those guys who don't put in extra time to improve their games, I really recommend that you find the time and build a strong foundation. It will give you a head start going into tryouts for your school teams when November arrives.
Remember, if you're sitting around and loafing, someone else is out there working on their handles, their pull-up jumper, their footwork and jab steps, their 3-pointers, their high- and low-post moves ... Your destiny is in your hands.
This week, we'll have another new emphasis: taking care of the ball. We had a few too many turnovers today, but it's very correctible without losing our fastbreak momentum. I love the way we ran the floor. You guys were not just great at times, but a whole lotta fun to watch. Good job, Thunder!
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