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Originally Posted by DevinHarriswillstart
Really don't think Lively is that raw on defense. Sure, he makes rookie mistakes, but he has high IQ stuff like the way he defended Lebron attacking the rim. He always has his hands in the cookie jar with regards to knowing where the ball is.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EuLt...l=FLHighlights
Does things defensively that 10 year vets don't do. |
Agreed. Maybe He is raw compared to what he will be in 3-5 years, but he is already looking like he has been around that long compared to most other rookies. He switches well and provides intelligent help while protecting the rim as a default.
Hell, I wondered how many Luka and Kyrie passes would bounce off his dome as a rookie but nope, he has hit the ground running here. It looks like he has been playing with this group for a few seasons.