You've probably heard the saying, "Offense wins games, but defense wins championships." There are many corroborations for this sentence in the history of the NBA, such as Jordan's Bulls, Duncan's Spurs, the Pistons of the Civilian Army, and so on.
For Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics, this phrase is also his motto this season. As the heart of the team, he has not only excelled on the offensive end, but also showed amazing ability and potential on the defensive end.
Brown's defensive stats
Brown's defensive stats are staggering, and he beats the league average in many ways, even some well-known defensive players. Here are some of his defensive stats this season, as well as how he ranks in the league:
- Defensive Shooting Percentage: 41.1% (16th)
- Defensive three-point shooting percentage: 36.8% (11th)
- Steals: 1.8 (10th)
- File: 0.8 (32nd)
- Defensive Victory Contribution: 1.2 (18th)
- Defensive Efficiency: 110.5 (25th)
Defensive shooting percentage is an important indicator of a player's defensive effectiveness, which reflects the impact a player has on the opponent's shots on the defensive end. Generally speaking, the lower the defensive shooting percentage, the better the defensive performance. Brown shoots 41.1 percent from the field defensively, which means that when Brown is on the defensive end, his opponents shoot 8.9 percent less, which is a very significant effect.
Even more impressive was Brown's defensive performance from beyond the three-point line. In modern basketball, the importance of the three-point shot has become increasingly prominent, so players who can play a role on the perimeter defense have become invaluable.
Brown has shown a huge defensive threat in this regard. When opponents tried to shoot from the outside of Brown's defense, they shot just 36.8 percent from the field, the 11th highest of all players in the league who played more than 20 games. This shows that Brown is very good on the perimeter, and he can use his reach, movement speed and jumping power to effectively block or interfere with opponents' three-point shots.
As you can see from these stats, Brown has a huge impact on opponents' shots on the defensive end, and he can effectively limit opponents' shooting percentage, especially from beyond the three-point line. His steals and blocks also show his defensive aggressiveness and aggressiveness, and he can often steal the ball from opponents or block opponents' shots. His defensive victory contribution and defensive efficiency also prove that he is the heart of the team's defense, and his defense plays an important role in the team's victory.
Brown's defensive skills
Brown's defensive ability is not innate, but has been honed and Xi over the years. Brown's defensive abilities were not formed overnight, but were honed and Xi over the years. He was a two-time All-Star and was consistent in the 2022 NBA Finals, paving the way for him to sign the biggest contract in NBA history this summer. (A five-year, $304 million supercap contract extension)
However, he didn't let up on the contract, instead focusing more on defense this season and has made great strides on the defensive end. He hasn't forgotten his mistakes last season, especially at the end of Game 4 of the 2023 Eastern Conference semifinals against the Philadelphia 76ers, when he allowed Harden to shoot a three-pointer in the open space. Since then, he has been making up for his past mistakes with a more decisive defense and has given it his all in every game.
He once said in an interview that he loved defending since he was a child, and he felt that defending was a pleasure and a challenge. "I like to defend because I like to frustrate my opponents, I like to make them feel like I'm a tough opponent, I like to let them know I'm not going to give up," he said. ”
Brown's defensive skills are mainly as follows:
Physicality: Brown has a very good physical profile, his height, reach, speed, strength, bounce and flexibility are all top-notch. These physical qualities allow him to cover a wide range on the defensive end, from the No. 1 to the No. 4 position. He can keep up with his opponent's pace with his speed and strength, and he can also use his reach and bounce to interfere with his opponent's shots.
Defensive awareness: Brown has a strong sense of defense, he can judge the opponent's movements and intentions well, and he can also cooperate well with his teammates' defense. He can choose the appropriate defensive strategy according to the characteristics and Xi of the opponent, such as close defense, forced steering, cutting the passing line, and bag and pinch shots. He can also choose the right defensive timing according to the rhythm and situation of the game, such as steals, blocks, counterattacks, etc.
Defensive attitude: Brown has a good defensive attitude, he always gives his all on the defensive end, is not afraid of confrontation, is not afraid of fouls, is not afraid of failure. Brown is not only an excellent defensive player, but also a player with a strong sense of defense and pride. He once said after the game that he wanted to be a player in the All-Defensive Team and worked hard for it. He's also said that he feels like he's playing the best defense of his career, and he doesn't care if anyone pays attention to his defense.
Celtics defended
The Celtics' defensive prowess is also among the best in the league. Not only do they rank in the top five in defensive efficiency (109.2), defensive rebounds (36.0), opponents' fast-break scoring (12.6), opponents' boxing (44.7), and more, they also rank in the top 10 with a low turnover rate of 15.4. Really a model of a defensive team. Their defense has also paid off handsomely, with the team currently sitting at the top of the NBA with a 20-5 record.
It is worth mentioning that Brown is not the only player on the Celtics team who has a good defense, and he has many defensive experts around him, such as Derrick White, Jrue Holiday , Al Horford and Porzingis, who have provided Brown with a lot of guidance and help in defense.
At the same time, thanks to his long history alongside these top defenders, Brown was able to keenly capture the subtleties of their respective games and subtly incorporate them into their own style of play. This tacit understanding has allowed the Celtics to reach the pinnacle of defense again.
After a 114-97 win over Orlando on Dec. 17, Brown once again emphasized their defensive resilience in every game. "All of our players are committed to being all-round defenders and I aspire to be the leader of this defensive force," he said firmly. ”
As the season progresses, if Brown can continue his high-level defensive performance, there's a good chance he'll be able to secure a spot on the All-Defensive Team next summer. He is also expected to lead the Celtics to another championship and realize his defensive dreams. Jaylen Brown, the defensive soul of the Celtics, deserves our admiration and attention.
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