In recent years, the Golden State Warriors have been known in the NBA for their unique small-ball tactics. They once led the league with their quick offensive and defensive transitions and accurate three-pointers. However, this extreme pursuit of speed and flexibility also brings many problems, especially the weakness of the interior offensive and rebounding. The Warriors don't seem intent on changing their strategy, though. Instead, they recently made the amazing decision to hire NBA legend Hakeem Olajuwon as the team's interior coach, hoping to improve Klay Thompson and Andrew Wiggins' interior skills through his mentorship.
This news has attracted widespread attention. After all, Olajuwon is one of the greatest centers in NBA history, having led the Houston Rockets to two-time championships and is known for his interior skills and rebounding abilities. His arrival will undoubtedly bring a qualitative boost to the Warriors' interior.
It is reported that the Warriors hired Olajuwon because Kerr believes that the potential of Klay and Wiggins on the inside has not been fully developed. Although Klay is known for his three-point shooting, his interior ability cannot be underestimated. Wiggins, on the other hand, is known for his physical fitness and athleticism, and his impact and rebounding ability on the inside also need to be improved. Through Olajuwon's guidance, the Warriors hope they can develop more interior scoring tools and improve their rebounding ability, which will bring more changes to the team's overall tactical system.
However, hiring Olajuwon is not without risk. First of all, Olajuwon has been retired for many years and his coaching experience is relatively limited. Second, it is also unknown whether his coaching style will be able to integrate with the Warriors' existing system. In addition, whether Klay and Wiggins will be able to accept and adapt to Olajuwon's guidance is also an important question. After all, they have all developed their own playing style and habits, and changing is not an easy task.
However, this decision by the Warriors also shows their desire for a championship and determination to optimize their roster. They are willing to try different methods and strategies to improve the team. While hiring Olajuwon is risky, if it succeeds, it could be a big bet for the Warriors.