When a team replaces its flash and dash with the slow and steady, most fans just want one question answered: Are we better?
Sure, winning like the Showtime Lakers back in the day is fun, but most would accept winning the way the Celtics and Pistons did, too.
When the Phoenix Suns traded away up-tempo Kelly Oubre Jr. and added Chris Paul and Jae Crowder, a change of pace followed.
There are varying opinions as to whether the slower version will be more successful than a more fast-breaking style and whether Suns star Devin Booker can thrive in such an offense.
We offer three points to address concerns with back-to-back home games against Oklahoma City and Golden State on deck.