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Kings assistant coach Jordi Fernández talks De’Aaron Fox, defense & more

Dec 8, 2022, 4:17 PM | Updated: 4:17 pm

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - DECEMBER 07: De'Aaron Fox #5 of the Sacramento Kings is defended by George H...

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Sacramento Kings assistant coach Jordi Fernández joined Cattles & Ramie on Thursday afternoon to share the latest news on De’Aaron Fox’s health, break down Wednesday night’s losing effort to the Milwaukee Bucks, discuss what changes the team has made to its defensive approach, and much more.

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Topics Discussed:

  • How has De’Aaron Fox communicated his injury status with the coaching staff?
  • Has the coaching staff discussed resting Fox as he deals with a bruised foot?
  • “We’ll do what’s best for the team, and we’ll do what’s best for De’Aaron Fox to stay healthy.”
  • Jordi talks about how Keegan Murray has bounced back from a rough stretch
  • Breaking down Wednesday’s loss to the Bucks
  • How can teams slow down two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo?
  • Why has Sacramento’s defense turned a corner following a rough start to the season?
  • Does the coaching staff encourage Domantas Sabonis to take more mid-range shots?
  • Are there any moral victories with this team, or are losses just losses?
  • Is Jordi a fan of lighting the beam?

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