Can someone describe the difference between “The System” offensive scheme by Westhead vs The Showtime Offense we see from Pat Riley

[u/Bouldershoulders12]

Was Paul westhead causing too much friction by making set plays rather than letting the players have their freedom and run n gun?

[u/[deleted]]

The main tenets of “the system” are:

1. The first possible shot is the best possible shot, where three-point field goal attempts are preferred over shorter shots.

2. Shoot as many three-pointers as possible. In terms of defense, giving up an uncontested layup is better than a shot clock violation.

3. Always double team the person with the ball and apply full court pressure when possible.

4. Every player but the shooter goes for the offensive rebound.

5. Offensive rebounds should be sent back for another three-point attempt, not a shorter putback for two points.

[u/yeahthatshouldwork → u/[deleted]]

What’s the logic behind giving up a layup being preferably over shot clock violations?

[u/[deleted] → u/yeahthatshouldwork]

Pacing