Factors That Affect the Value of A Team in NBA Standings

 

  Home Court Advantage

Many fans assume that the home team has an advantage over the visiting team. No matter who a team is playing, their performance declines when they have to take a plane or drive an hour and a half. The players are tired. They are worried about being booed. They are also concerned about giving away games and losing focus. Playing in a different environment also affects their performance. This is especially true when the home team is a favorite, as they are expected to win. The less likely the game seems to be an easy win, the more likely that the team will play tentatively and make mistakes.

Coaching Experience and Strategy

A young coach will have little experience because they typically do not have to playtime under their belt before becoming a head coach. A veteran coach has more time to plan for specific situations in a game. Young coaches often refuse to make substitutions on the fly, even when they should be made. This is a disadvantage in a competitive league. Veteran coaches may have more confidence in themselves. They have seen what works and does not from experience. The coaches are willing to try new strategies rather than stick with old ones.

Star Power for an Individual Team Player

Another factor that is important in the NBA standings is star power. Star power means you have more noticeable players to help you win games. One of the ways that star power manifests itself is in terms of individual performances. Another way that star power manifests itself is in terms of leadership. Some coaches can lead their teams to a championship even without having star players on their roster. Conversely, a coach can have all the talent globally. However, they will not win any titles if they have no leadership abilities.

While the offense has generally been considered more important than the defense, this is not always the case. If you have ever watched an NBA game, you will know that a great defense can beat a great offense. The best teams have both a great offense and a great defense. Edging out your opponent on the defensive end happens less frequently than the offensive end in professional sports. You need to keep in mind every player who makes up your team. The last thing you want to do is feed an opposing player for five straight points in a row because you failed to defend him the first time.