Pope of Basketball.

Summary

. On May 18, the Wizards faced the Nets in New Jersey, continuing with their previous lineup while keeping Jordan as a substitute. The Nets employed a 122 zone defense, which the Wizards aimed to exploit through pick-and-roll plays with Alston and Stoudemire. Despite Jordan's past success as a starting small forward, the Wizards needed a new strategy to overcome their eight-game losing streak against the Nets. The Nets countered by fielding Aron Williams and Kenyon Martin for better mobility, limiting the Wizards' offensive options. The Wizards' previous tactics, including aggressive drives and fast-paced counterattacks, proved ineffective against the Nets' strong individual defense. The team was mentally drained, and discussions about their strategy revealed a sense of urgency to turn their performance around. .

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