The Celtics players on the court reacted a bit faster than Coach Rivers.
Especially Rondo, who was the first to realize that the Supersonics were no longer using Yu Fei as the sole core. In fact, he could guess the real intentions of the opponent by their style of play.
However, he dared not act recklessly because Rivers had already laid out a game plan and prepared a whole set of strategies for Yu Fei.
Rondo could only follow the arrangements, even if they were wrong. If he didn't, he would be benched since he wasn't the only reliable point guard for the Celtics.
The Supersonics almost showed contempt for Rondo's shooting ability.
They gave him too much space, allowing Rondo to dribble up to the free-throw line for an awkward jump shot.
Though it looked uncoordinated, Rondo made the shot.
So, Carl reminded Roy at the sidelines, "Don't give him that much space."
Roy shrugged, indicating his helplessness at Rondo's unusual shooting rhythm.