Basketball is like war in that offensive weapons are developed first, and it always takes a while for the defense to catch up.
Meaning of the quote
In basketball, just like in war, the offense always comes up with new ways to score first. It takes time for the defense to figure out how to stop these new offensive tactics. This means that the game is always changing, with the offense always trying new things and the defense trying to catch up.
About Red Auerbach
Red Auerbach was an iconic American basketball coach and executive who led the Boston Celtics to unprecedented success, winning 16 NBA championships as a coach, general manager, and team president. He was a pioneer in breaking down racial barriers, drafting the first African-American player and hiring the first African-American head coach in North American sports history.
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