Five-Point Play
by Mike Krzyzewski with Donald T. Phillips
Coach K's account of Duke's 2001 championship season, structured as five points for leadership. Game narrative heavy, with his observations on handling a team through a long year.
Read it if…
you want a season-long case study in team leadership.
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Skip it if…
you are not a basketball fan; the game detail is heavy.
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Three things you will actually use
- Adjust roles openly when circumstances change.
- Communication every day prevents drift.
- Finish; the end of the season is a different game.
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Note how he handled a star's injury and the team's adjustment.
Our verdict
Season as case study.
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