“If you're guarded, you drive the ball or move the ball and make a quick decision, and help someone else.”

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The quote suggests that when a defender is focused on you, you should respond by moving the ball quickly and helping a teammate. It emphasizes making fast, practical decisions instead of holding onto the ball too long. The idea is to keep the offense flowing and create a better chance for the team.

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Originally said in English.

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About Tom Thibodeau

American basketball coach

Tom Thibodeau, known as Thibs, is an American basketball coach. He was most recently the head coach of the New York Knicks in the National Basketball Association. He also served as an assistant coach for the United States men's national team from 2013 to 2016, and was part of the staff that won gold at the 2016 Olympic Games. His public profile is tied to coaching at the highest level of the sport, especially in the NBA and with the national team.

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