If you defer and then lose sudden death on 3rd possession
by rockmcd (2024-02-15 00:19:51)

In reply to: Surprising that San Fran took the ball in OT? *  posted by TommyZ


then you would be mocked for eternity. Deservedly.

It's good that there are potential pros and cons to either decision. That's sports (and life). You could draw a 5 after splitting your 8s, but that doesn't mean it wasn't the right decision that gives you the best chance to win.