Overview

• Brunson said he feels increasingly comfortable and framed the transition as a season-long process of learning the new approach.
• After a 2-for-8 preseason opener, he scored 14 points on 5-of-10 shooting in Saturday’s 113-104 win to complete a 2-0 Abu Dhabi sweep of the 76ers.
• Brown highlighted pace, space and read-and-react principles, noting Brunson’s ability to punish pressure with more room to operate.
• The coach called for quicker pushes after made baskets, better floor spacing and more drive-and-kick “sprays,” with an eye on boosting three-point volume through quality looks.
• Brunson is expected to play more off the ball to conserve energy for late-game isolation, while OG Anunoby debuted with 13 points and Josh Hart sat with a lower back injury.