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Originally posted by BktBallRef
But as we mature, we should be able to diffuse situations by talking to players and coaches.
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Absolutely true, Tony, and I feel like this is the area in which I've made the greatest strides in my game over the last 3 seasons. But even in giving calm, reasoned explanations, my opinion is that you keep the exchange as brief as possible. Trying to explain too much is no good, b/c the coach doesn't really care that much. Trying to argue a point is no good, b/c it just intensifies a situation. Say what you absolutely need to in order to answer the question and then get outta Dodge. Again, just my opinion.
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Also, how you say it is at least as important as how you say it.
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I simply could not agree more!!
Chuck