Following a historic playoff appearance, the Capitanes are off to a strong 3-1 start in the 2026-27 G League season.
Head coach Vitor Galvani is focusing on the lessons learned from the team’s previous postseason run to drive success moving forward, according to Yahoo Sports.
While the team reached the playoffs for the first time in franchise history, Galvani took responsibility for an early exit.
The coach noted that the group lacked the necessary mindset to compete for a championship title, as reported by Rookie Wire.
Galvani stated, “It’s not that we gave up when we got to the playoffs, but honestly, I take the blame for this.”
He added that the team did not maintain the focus required to play until the final round of the season.
Despite the outcome, the coach believes the experience provided a vital foundation for the current roster’s development.
Galvani explained that the team successfully implemented about 70 percent of their offensive and defensive strategies last year.
He expressed increased confidence in refining those core concepts during the current campaign, the outlets reported.
The coach stated, “I feel more confident about doing that 70 percent better this year.”
With a deeper belief in his staff and players, Galvani has shifted his expectations for the team.
He noted that while he previously aimed simply to reach the postseason, he now intends to fight for a higher achievement.
The coach acknowledged the unpredictable nature of the G League, where rosters can change rapidly due to NBA call-ups.
He emphasized the importance of focusing on controllable factors like training intensity and team communication to achieve gradual progress, according to reports.
By centering on these daily improvements, the franchise hopes to sustain its upward trajectory throughout the remainder of the season.