Pregame scouting/team tendencies

[Adam]

Coach, I'll say this; knowing where to focus and when to focus on it can be helpful. Is there the possibility that they'll see screens on your team and miss them on others? Maybe, but typically the pre-game will include a reminder to watch the other team for it, too.

"The Cougars have a tendency to stick their leg out on screens, but let's make sure not to miss it if the Spartans do it, too." Also remember the off-ball stuff is what can turn a game real ugly real quick, so a team with that reputation is just going to be watched more closely.

Frankly, I'm more surprised that someone told you this. You've got information most coaches don't get; I'd use it in practice to fix the problem.