Coaching: Quin Snyder vs. Mike D’Antoni
Utah’s decisive coaching advantage was obvious in the first round. Quin Snyder out-coached Billy Donovan time and time again. Despite Houston’s top-heavy talent and depth, I fully expect Snyder to be an X-factor for the Jazz again in round two.
WONDERFUL moment between Donovan Mitchell and Quin Snyder. What it's all about. pic.twitter.com/CzLsNVcG5c
— BBALLBREAKDOWN (@bballbreakdown) April 28, 2018
His ability to put guys in the right place to be successful is uncanny. Replacing Rubio’s production will be tough. However, I think Snyder is up to the task.
Mike D’Antoni is well-known for his high-scoring and fast paced offenses. This Rockets squad is no exception. The major difference between this year’s team and D’Antoni units of the past is Houston’s newfound ability to defend. Give D’Antoni credit for that.
D’Antoni is a good coach in his own respect, however, this one goes to Snyder. At this point, I’m not sure there is a coach outside of Greg Popovich that I would take over Snyder.
Jazz have got to be one of the strongest organizations. Rock solid GM in Dennis Lindsey, who continues to hit on picks. And one of the game's best coach's in Quin Snyder. Bright future in Utah.
— Chris Mannix (@SIChrisMannix) April 28, 2018
This isn’t as big of an edge for Utah as it was in the opening round, however, Snyder’s brilliance is too much to overlook.
Advantage: Utah