Never underestimate the element of surprise. It can give you an advantage in a lot of situations. NBA teams know this all too well.
After all, an opponent who’s off-guard is an opponent who’s unprepared. This has been a key component of competitive strategies since at least the days of Sun Tzu. It’s ruthless and cunning, but it’s also highly effective.
Sure, sometimes, a team makes a trade that’s been rumored for months. Sometimes, that’s the right move. On the other hand, taking the league by surprise can have its own benefit.
Consider that teams spend entire summers game planning for their opponents. When that team is fresh off an NBA championship, that holds especially true.
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With that in mind, if the Golden State Warriors shocked the world with a blockbuster trade this summer, it would certainly alter a lot of game plans.
Here’s a deal that has them doing just that by acquiring DeMar DeRozan from the Chicago Bulls.