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Despite their defensive prowess, the Spurs’ half-court offense has shown room for development. They rank 14th in offensive rating, partly due to a lack of refined offensive skills and struggles against zone defenses. They’ve encountered difficulties against Miami’s zone, scoring only 22 points on 34 possessions (a 65 offensive rating) with poor shooting from beyond the arc.
Improving ball movement against zones might involve utilizing Wemby as a baseline outlet, deploying scenarioruns for perimeter players like Steph Castle, or leveraging Wemby’s vertical spacing to facilitate easier cuts and passes. Enhancing offensive variety—such as increasing post-ups and quick interior feeds—could help mitigate their current stagnation.