In all seriousness, I think we can all agree that players like Nesmith, Mathurin, Nembhard, and Stix have all improved as defenders. The Pacers also added Bruce Brown, who is an excellent defender. So, why are they categorically WORSE on defense than they were last year? The answer is coaching and scheme. It’s easy to point a finger at new assistant Jim Boylen, but the real reason is Carlisle. It rests with him.
Jalen Suggs starting instead of Gary Harris.
When’s Jim Boylen getting fired? Asking for a friend.
In all seriousness, I think we can all agree that players like Nesmith, Mathurin, Nembhard, and Stix have all improved as defenders. The Pacers also added Bruce Brown, who is an excellent defender. So, why are they categorically WORSE on defense than they were last year? The answer is coaching and scheme. It’s easy to point a finger at new assistant Jim Boylen, but the real reason is Carlisle. It rests with him.