In Brooklyn, Jordi Fernandez is looking for a minimum defense
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THE Networks don’t get there. Defeated 129-105 by the Sixers, who are without Joel Embiid, they have a worrying record (0-6). But besides the results, it’s the attitude that’s annoying Jordi Fernandez.
“We always come back to the same problem: lack of defensive effort”explains Brooklyn’s coach in the New York Post. “I can’t make the guys play hard. I ask them questions: how can I make you play really hard? Because if that’s the case, we have to accept the result. But I don’t accept this result because there is no effort and no defense. And we are losing too many balls: 19 turnovers for 20 points on the counterattack. Until we solve this fight simply. How many games will it take until now?
Kelly Oubre Jr. scored 22 points in the first quarter alone, for a total of 29 points, with the help of a lethargic defense. And Tyrese Maxey (26 points) and Quentin Grimes (22 points) extended the temptation of a team that allowed Philadelphia to shoot 52.1% including 38% from behind the 3-point line.
“After every match, we repeat the same thing: defense, defense. It’s obvious »confirms Terrance Mann. “We’re going to have to keep doing it or we’re going to keep losing. That’s what coach wants, and if we don’t figure out how to do it and we’re not ready to do it, then it’s going to continue.”
To shake up his group, Jordi Fernandez promoted Tirese Martin in place of the rookie Ben Sarafalthough he was already a starter for five games. It didn’t really help, but the Israeli got the message.
“He (Jordi Fernandez) wants me to be more present in defense. In the last few matches I made a few mistakes. It is very important for the team. It is even the main thing. I think I am more than a capable defender. I have to concentrate a little more on certain possessions” concludes when he didn’t even play against the Sixers.
2025-11-03 18:46:00
