The Jazz lost 44-22 to the Nuggets in season-opening action on Saturday.
It was a slow, steady march to infamy, as the 2-to-1 ratio lasted most of the game. But there were definite highlights:
1. Xavier established himself as a defensive enforcer, nearly unbeatable under the basket.
2. Josh proved to be a defensive ball hawk, whose ball stealing skills are going to come in handy as the season rolls on.
3. Yacey, the lightest member of the team, was a rebounding menace! I think he's going to set the stage of our toughness.
4. I learned some weaknesses of our offense. Mainly, if we can get the ball to the wing, we should be in better shape.
5. We've got more energy than I suspected. With only 6 players, we managed to cover the entire game.
This week we start twice-a-week practices. Plus, tonight I learned of at least two eighth-grade football players who'll likely be joining us. That will be nice to have around the hoop! Also, we're going to employ a pressure 1-3-1 zone on defense that should be able to capitalize on Josh's skills, with Xavier protecting the basket.
The benchmark's been set. Wednesday will be another chance for improvement.
Next game: Saturday, Northpoint Elementary School, 12pm vs. Sixers
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