Both the teams are already in the country and have undergone a few practice sessions before the NBA India Games 2019. During the media availability session earlier today, Pacers’ head coach Nate McMillan was available to answer a few questions. He started off by describing the trip to India and how it has been so far:
With the two fixtures only being preseason games in nature, it is imperative to expect that the participating teams will take things lightly. McMillan is of a different opinion though:
Coach McMillan then went on to explain what his team expects to take away from the forthcoming fixtures.
Nate McMillan then elucidated on the importance of both the games as the NBA has shortened the number of preseason games over the years and that teams need to make the best use of every opportunity available to get the chemistry going before the season tips off.
Coach McMillan is wary of the strengths that his team has displayed over the last few seasons and given the upheaval in the roster, is also aware of aspects that the Pacers need to work upon.
McMillan finally opened up on summer acquisition Malcolm Brogdon and what he will bring to the table, given that Victor Oladipo will be missing a good chunk of the upcoming season.
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