Do you think the players’ on the men’s team feel the same way?
For the most part, yes. Besides the players with an immediately translatable game (superstar role players) its a CRAZY sacrifice going from 20 shots, unlimited touches, priority looks, etc to rotation minutes and spot looks. My favorite thing to watch in Olympic years is how good the stars are at dirty work. When you’re relied upon to create offense/anchor defense, the odd jobs (boxing out, diving on loose balls, fighting screens) that are crucial to wins aren’t expected of you.
For the most part, yes. Besides the players with an immediately translatable game (superstar role players) its a CRAZY sacrifice going from 20 shots, unlimited touches, priority looks, etc to rotation minutes and spot looks. My favorite thing to watch in Olympic years is how good the stars are at dirty work. When you’re relied upon to create offense/anchor defense, the odd jobs (boxing out, diving on loose balls, fighting screens) that are crucial to wins aren’t expected of you.