Were they saving strats?
Less just joked about that in an interview. he didn't want to confirm manito's claims, but knowing them, it's about avoiding any weight on their shoulders, it helps to avoid pressure
also: you guys don't think about that, but a lot of pros actually read vlr.gg nd r/ValorantCompetitive posts. most are probably aware of those discussions
what is your obsession with loud strat saving. They banned it because they are saving it for playoffs. when people say "saving strats" they are more so referring to how Loud is literally only playing a rotation of 4 maps this split, not really specific new strats/comps on the maps that they are playing. They will most likely look the same/slightly better on haven,split,pearl,ascent, and then be a very scary new team on any other map.