#defensive-strategy

#defensive-strategy

Burton matched Plum step for step as the crafty veteran struggled to shake free to the rim, cutting off every passing lane before it came open.

The Sharks did pick up Nick Leddy, Dmitry Orlov, and John Klingberg this offseason, yet their defensive additions do not secure long-term stability.

Mbeumo impressed with his touch and dynamism in the attacking third, linking up well with Cunha and Bruno Fernandes in an interchanging front trio.

"We love him. Loved him at school, loved him in the pre-draft process, love him at Summer League. He's tough. He plays hard. He has a high level of accountability for himself and his teammates. We're excited to see what that looks like with our veteran guys. We think that our group of forwards/wings are going to push each other every day. That's how they'll all get better." - Anonymous Raptors scout via Keith Smith

Kenneth Murray Jr. and Jack Sanborn join a renewed linebacker squad for the Cowboys, aimed at boosting performance heading into the 2025 season.

Gonzalez is a high-motor wing with great defensive tools and a slashing style on offense. If his jumper and handle develop, he could be a versatile two-way starter.

It's interesting, in my 40+ years I've never shown clips to my teams of NBA defense... Until this season. We watched the Thunder at least 3x a week.