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Originally Posted by ProdigyDub
Not so. Barry could guard Howard in that situation. Additionally, they were less inclined at times to put Bowen on Dirk because they had Elson.
I think you overrate Thomas's D outside 10 feet or so. He can't play much D at all against someone who doesnt have his back to the basket.
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And instead of Barry they can play Finley or Udoka, both better options defensively.
I'm not claiming Thomas to be some great stopper, but he's a MUCH better defender than Duncan or Orberto against a player like Dirk, imo. He certainly doesn't weaken their matchup.