“Height is a blessing, but speed kills.” — Reggie Miller
“RunJCT.” — Shaq
A defensive shotblocker in the middle. (Alton Lister, Shawn Bradley, Andris Biedrins, Andrew Bogut, Festus Ezeli.)
A three-point shooting stretch four.
Four shooters on the floor at all times.
The two point guard backcourt.
Matching up smaller than your opponent, but with more talent.
Relentless fastbreak.
Outlets to half-court.
Walk-up threes.
Early offense pick and roll.
Running the opposing centers off the floor.
Playing for three points with the best shooters in the league, while your opponent is playing for two.
“Gimmick defense.” Packing the paint. Zone. Gang rebounding.
What’s it called? C’mon, I know you know the answer.
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