However, some things can only be seen once a person is placed in that position.
Lue may not be a tactical coach like Malone, but he's good at learning and has a different perspective.
In the second quarter, the Kings adjusted their lineup: Mitchell, Hield, Hansen, Tatum, Sabonis.
Because the main goal of this period was to wear Jokic down and to attack, Lue opted for Sabonis, who has better offensive pick-and-roll quality.
Malone quickly realized Lue's intention, but he didn't follow suit with a small lineup, as that would play into the Kings' rhythm.
However, he quickly had to use JR to replace TT because the Kings, after adjusting their lineup, also adjusted their defense on Jokic, forcing the ball out of his hands and making the Cavaliers finish the shots.
If the others missed, the Kings would swiftly initiate a fast-break defense.
