"I think communication was lackluster because I left …
Stephon Marbury expressed concerns about communication issues following his departure from a team where he had a strong mentor in Flip Saunders. He highlighted the importance of proper education in basketball, which he received from Saunders. Marbury acknowledged that his move to another team upset some fans due to the lack of communication.
- ▪Stephon Marbury mentioned that communication was lackluster after leaving his previous team.
- ▪He credited Flip Saunders as a father figure who educated him in basketball.
- ▪Marbury emphasized the importance of learning the game from various angles to succeed on the court.
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