Anthony Davis is the Best Defender in the NBA

[@Colinkrauss1]

To the people saying his offense isn’t always the best, just be grateful he’s doing this on D. The rest of the roster can generate the playmaking. If AD can play D like this and average 20p and 12-15r, he’s done his job.

[@itzwakk335]

His offense is fine too, he just needs to get more good shots up he's killing from mid range rn

[@talal3c]

His offense is good considering he almost always shoot over 55%. Sometimes he cant get shots up cus of double/triple teams but if his team is cooking that doesnt rly matter

[@Amor1990]

34/21/14

[@nolimitmatthew211]

@@Amor1990I mean it’s jokic can’t really do anything but ad held him to under 50 percent for 3 games that should tell u how good of a defender he is they lost but still

[@cornelius8124]

​@@nolimitmatthew211Ad actually outplayed Joker in 1st round imo...Jokic can't do anything on Ad while Ad did well when he guarded Joker...

[@Mister_Taxman]

This is why the Lakers have such a large FT discrepancy against their opponents. AD just simply is so good at not fouling when defending

[@yuhhtempo]

Then not only just him but Rui & Lebron’s timely help defensive plays, then Vanderbilt & Schroder’s Point Of Attack Defense. On Paper it doesn’t sound like a lot but watching the Lakers when they are locked in offensively & defensively they feel like the best team in the league. Also Darvin has grown on me since progressing in these playoffs, he ALSO preaches the rare fouling defense

[@everythinglakers1713]

Lakers do an amazing job not carelessly fouling if they have no chance at contesting, but most of the time maintains verticality and swarms offensive players be it from slight double teams and constant hustling

[@talal3c]

The AD i'm seeing now has to be tim duncan/bill russell defensive level cus his defense is INSANE

[@MLD_Manado]

There is "Someone" a Warriors Believer, always talking about Lakers Free Throw discrepancy in every opening of his youtube content. I think he should watch this video.

[@judahmourneth3211]

+500 fta the next team has +200 stop it

[@arbibark7]

The combination of height, arm length, nimble feet, quick hands, and extraordinary defensive discipline makes AD one of greatest defenders in history if not the best.

[@doge1590]

Also hes instinct was always perfect

[@talal3c]

Fr his defense this playoffs have been better than tim duncans. Its insane how good he is at defense

[@Srbenda126]

He is a top 3 defender in the league right now, maybe even the best, but hold your horse. Did you ever watch Hakeem play?

[@Reallyjoyboyfr]

@@Srbenda126 top 3 there’s literally nobody better and he’s playing while he needs surgery. Whole different level

[@itzwakk335]

AD is him, he's playing so well people are FORCED to give him his respect and I love it

[@southerncoastproductions7587]

''I can't feel my arm''

[@formalhault5820]

@@southerncoastproductions7587 L

[@mvelasco112mv]

@@southerncoastproductions7587 yeah from all the shit he’s blocking at the rim

[@sharifnasser7635]

​@Southern Coast Productions a 7ft animal nearly pulled his arm off lol

[@talal3c]

@@southerncoastproductions7587 "soft" AD will still give your star player nightmares 💀💀💀

[@GO24Seven]

His ability to guard 2 at the same time is huge.

[@drdisrespect3000]

its not huge its insane! AD the only dude that can make that look easy.

[@jonjones8827]

Chuck and Shaq better start putting some respect on AD's name. They love d riding Embiid and Giannis out there and criticize AD whenever he has a low scoring game. It's hard being the defensive anchor of the team while also being expected to score 25+ every game. Giannis has Brook Lopez to help him out on defense. Embiid... that guy always looks gassed by the end of games and his playoff stats (overall, even scoring wise) aren't even better than AD and yet he gets all the love from these old timers lol

[@Onechance_ngl]

Exactly. Giannis, Embiid and others aren’t defending at the same capacity as AD. If they were there is no way they’d be able to consistently score the way they always do. That’s why AD is my favorite player. He’s willing to do all the little things super stars think they are too good for. The team needed 20+ rebounds in game 6 a few days ago and that was his main focus with defense. He’s impacting winning and putting his personal numbers aside at times but even with that he’s still reaching unreal averages.

[@talal3c]

Chuck and shaq piss me off cus of that. I remember when they laughed at AD cus of the wheelchair thing n that shit put a bad taste in my mouth even tho i mess with the tnt guys

[@paquinraino8180]

@@Onechance_ngl Giannis basically did this in te Celtics series where he was taking 20+ rebounds, defending like crazy because Lopez was just back from a back surgery and he had to playmake, something AD doesn't even ave to worry about with Lebron next to him. Also he averages like 34ppg that series

[@Pflows]

I’m speechless. AD is a beast. He’s literally saving the Lakers at least 20-30 points every game. Blocks, Rebounds, Deflections, Steals, Forced misses, and Rim Presences. He scores too.

[@ted6580]

I saw what he was doing defensively while sitting at the games but didn’t realize how high-level it really was. The biggest thing you failed to mention though was just how tiring it must be and the stamina that’s required. No wonder he’s not getting 30 points a game, or even 20, when he has to do all that on the defensive end.

[@VincentVincent_89]

He’s definitely gonna be getting his 30s and 15 rebound games now against one of the worst defensive teams in the league with the nuggets, he had to chase the warriors shooters and stay out the paint but no anymore.

[@ADSeason25]

@@VincentVincent_89 if I’m wrong then correct me but doesn’t Jokic play more outside than most centers do?

[@VincentVincent_89]

@@ADSeason25 the issue is he doesn’t prefer it. He like being in that midrange for screens and to get the ball and find cutters and crazy angles, trust me jokic is not a fan of doing passes at around the 3 but around the close paint range.

[@ADSeason25]

@@VincentVincent_89 alr cool cool

[@soulzy3596]

@@ADSeason25it doesn’t matter . Jjj coukd shoot and ad still dominated . And ad coming out of the paint isn’t such a big deal vs nuggets . The only reason warriors had so much success is because Steph is such a maestro navigating screens and passing . Jamal Murray ain’t the same .

[@laker_fanatic3985]

Not even a question best playoff defense since prime Finals MVP Tim Duncan and Hakeem The Dream

[@justright_]

What's scary about AD is he can still block shots even if he jumped late

[@ejquilala]

you know how difficult that mentally i mean you make him jumps on your fake shot but in your mind youll know you still get a block.

[@justright_]

@@ejquilala exactly!

[@rd4737]

I saw vid that he prefers it that way because it will not allow the scorer to alter its shot anymore. Thats why AD jumps a second slower. Amazing.

[@thecanmanification]

I actually think he’s not jumping “late” but actually timing the blocks. I noticed a few years ago that AD would always block the ball “into” the court so it wouldn’t just go out of bounds but actually to a teammate

[@clashplaya8638]

Or early. He gets it on the second jump a lot

[@Realyst]

3:35 this block is actually insane. He's moving away and swipes backwards and still gets it.

[@Anthonydu01630]

The one at 14:11 even more impressive, i think i have never seen a player covering as much ground as him and being able to block a 3pts shot from a 6’11 guy, that’s crazy. That’s why im so high on Wembanyama, he has the mobility of AD while being 5 inches taller with a wingspan 6 inches longer, Wemby will be the best defender of all time if he stay healthy, and offensively he will be like a mix of KD, Embiid and AD except he is 4-5 inches taller than them, the kid is an Alien, im French so i watch every of his game and when i tell you he would already be a Top 10 player in the NBA right now im not exagerating, Wemby will have the best rookie season ever, even better than MJ who averaged 28ppg in his rookie season, and i expect Wemby to average 25minimum, with 10 rebounds and 3 blocks and maybe even win DPOY the kid is that good

[@talal3c]

@@Anthonydu01630 a guy that tall is bound to be riddled with injuries. I hope the best for his career but i really dont see him staying healthy that much

[@kevinmoy3752]

Media people might not give him the credit he deserves, but you can bet the players on the floor will give him props when all is said and done.

[@darrensyYT]

Someone help to send a copy of this video to all media who didn't vote AD to the all defensive team.

[@mohawkan423023]

Anyone can defend by fouling, but great defense is not allowing them to get points with a FG OR from the line. And not only AD, but Rui, Bron, Vando, Schroder even. They've disrupted offenses so well this postseason, and when they lose a game, they always make the correct adjustments. In today's NBA, where defense seems to not be a priority, the Lakers are showing how useful it can be.

[@icewallowcome_daily9802]

D Ham was a former assistant coach from the bucks.. since he knew how bucks defend without fouling works.. he may have probably applied/taught the defend without fouling technique to the lakers. that's why LA(1st) and Bucks(2nd) have the least amount of fouls in NBA.

[@HoopVenue]

Good observation!

[@Jeff_2x]

AD is a FREAKING ANIMAL on defense man. Only Giannis could probably match him but even then I don’t think Giannis is even as disciplined as AD on defense

[@talal3c]

Nah AD is levels ahead of giannis on defense. availability is the only reason AD hasnt won DPOY. AD's defense this year has improved so much i wanna say that it even rivals defensive legends like hakeem, russell, etc

[@Reallyjoyboyfr]

@@talal3c you’re spitting straight facts my guy, giannis don’t do nearly as much on defense, tbh it’s not healthy to pay much attention to awards n media narratives, u just gotta see these things with ur own eyes and understand the game on every level

[@Donnprada]

Giannis is a free safety help defender but he’s no defensive anchor like AD on defense who literally shuts down not players but teams

[@fightnight14]

AD dismantled the Warriors for real. People always talking about the LeBron vs Warriors but AD has always been a great player against that team

[@Onechance_ngl]

AD’s offense was never an issue until he entered the playoffs this year and now everyone is acting like AD can’t score and never could…it’s just false. It’s the playoffs it’s all by design clearly for him to lean in on defense a lot more. The guy is the most versatile big he’s leading the league in 35/15 and 30/20 games but he can’t score??…smh. One day y’all will look up and decide to actually give AD the respect and credit he deserves.

[@monsterkill164]

AD is like the mutated version of Scottie Pippen. His defense is impeccable!

[@Blastonem]

seeing these plays in slow motion is crazy

[@geared2cre8]

Thanks This gave me a better appreciation for A. Davis

[@vincentjack735]

AD defensive focus like this breakdown is absolutely Amazing

[@FinanceFundamentals7]

honestly if AD can defend like this, 18-20 points consistently is all we need from him on offense but he needs to keep his defensive motor hot and rebound well

[@crisontuca3466]

That block on jarren jackson three point attempt was nuts.

[@Zangerstein]

AD jumps later because he wants the offensive player to literally leave the ground. This is to make sure you have no choice but to release the ball, before he jumps to swat it. His jumps are really high and fast he can get those blocks while jumping late.

[@Moneyinthetill]

this is a really good point. He also moves away from you if you try to go into his body to draw contact, which is what leads to the wild shots.

[@jehem2239]

AD is the best defensive player and it is not even close. Giannis has the same length and speed as AD defensively but doesn't have the defensive IQ like AD and Draymond has the defensive IQ but not the length of AD. People forget that he dominated college just on the defensive end with just an up and down season on the offensive end, which is exactly what he is doing in this playoffs.

[@TranquilAura77]

The fact that this man doesnt have a dpoy is as criminal as LeBron being robbed in 2013. I belive AD should have been the DPOY in 2020.

[@lexxon11]

Best breakdown of AD defensive prowess on youtube. I have NO choice but to subscribe

[@HoopVenue]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@wwzsdfy]

I love Anthony Davis. When he’s healthy genuinely reminds me of my favorite player of all time (Tim Duncan) Anthony Davis should win MVP and DPOY and if the Lakers win the Finals, he should get Finals MVP. If they get there and win, it’ll be because of Anthony Davis. I wish he was this good/healthy all the time

[@talal3c]

Lebron gonna make sure AD doesnt win fmvp 💀💀💀

[@paquinraino8180]

How can he win MVP when he wasn't the best player on the Lakers most of the time

[@sharifnasser7635]

AD is a smart, physical and patient defender hes so different from Giannis on both ends idk why the media keeps trying to compare them

[@tingokuman]

Your EYE for the details are Impressive !!! Subscribed!!!

[@Onechance_ngl]

And the media will continue their narratives on how he isn’t scoring enough and ignore what he is doing…maybe it’s because he transitioned his focus to defending like this. Which I’m sure is the reason he was asked to play the 5 full time. This is how he won at UK. He barely scored and was the reason they stood a chance. AD still averaged 25+ last season…he deserves way more credit.

[@pedestrianne]

he shouldve been the DPOY. JJJ's defense disappeared once clarke and adams went down

[@semimph7278]

All AD has to do now is to stay healthy and the Lakers will win it all 💜💛

[@SULLY937]

AD is a blessing

[@ejquilala]

now can you blame NO pelicans still bitter on AD. 😅

[@talal3c]

Lakers better hang his jersey up on the rafters once its all said and done cus what hes doing is OTHERWORDLY

[@mohawkan423023]

Also, I cannot believe AD didn't get DPOY over Triple J. Like he gets up to contest TWO shot attempts one after the other in some of these plays.

[@ezekieltanawag3235]

it was understandable because AD played few games this season because of his injury.. but if healthy..no doubt he would have won the DPOY but im pretty sure AD doesnt mind it..he has his mind winning rthe championship. he could get the DPOY nxt season anyways if hes healthy the entire season.

[@element720]

His defense is making the difference for the Lakers’ playoff run for sure. He’s so long that he can wait and stay disciplined before swiping the ball without fouling. Plus there is generally just a lack of big men in the paint nowadays

[@sam216_8]

You made some good points , it's hard to miss with this much evidence

[@joshmedici]

AD is amazing on both ends, but defensively he's just unstoppable.

[@madnezz1961]

I have said that about AD for years.

[@jamesmcluvlee]

Despite his time missed this season, AD not getting one single dpoy vote this season was a crime. I pray he stays healthy the rest of their season and put his foot in his haters mouths. Make them pay.

[@kendallboultsjr]

Facts yo. I remember Rudy Gobert getting DPOY in 2019, while playing the same number of games as AD did THIS YEAR. Yet he got NO VOTES ANYWHERE defensively. Makes no sense🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️

[@jamesmcluvlee]

@@kendallboultsjr 💯

[@zazuofficial.]

Watching this and realizing these teams had no chance LoL if you're a Laker fan be grateful this is a very rare talent. Lakers in 6.

[@orazal99]

AD's footwork on defense can rival that of a boxer. Watch the whole video again, and just concentrate on how he moves his feet.

[@richardmvp6492]

Your very knowledgeable about this breakdown ypu deserve to have atleast 1 mil subscribers

[@HoopVenue]

Appreciate that!

[@tonyguillen9697]

This next series should be epic hopefully! I truly believe AD will impose himself defensively like before and with our new additions Denver has no idea what they’re up against 🔥🔥🙏🏼

[@josephmatthews7698]

Totally...

[@jordanb8164]

These defensive breakdowns help a lot because as the defensive anchor of my team they teach the best technique to guard every position

[@Big_CP3]

Anthony Davis is the definition of a POGO STICK!! He so athletic.

[@williamroberts6803]

I watched Kareem go three on one and they would stop the fast break and wait for the other players. He was something else. The best ever.

[@jheyzbondmoto-klista6856]

He should have been the Defensive player of the year!

[@exillens]

Missed too many games

[@ezekieltanawag3235]

@@exillens exactly.. but im sure he doesnt care about it..everybody knows that AD is a beast in defense when healthy.

[@kendallboultsjr]

AD could get DPOY whenever the hell he wants to, because he’s that damn good. Aside from him not being healthy, I honestly don’t think he cares that much🤷🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️

[@talal3c]

@@ezekieltanawag3235 Hell yeah the lakers only got one thing on their mind and its the championship. If embiid wasnt so focused on an mvp they wouldve won against the celtics

[@deemoallday]

Ad defensive presence is why the lakers will win another title this year.

[@eghaifuwa9179]

I wish you were right but….

[@ChrisWilliams-ur7fn]

Davis might be the best defensive player ever to not have a DPOY yet.

[@ezekieltanawag3235]

if hes healthy..no doubt he will win DPOY

[@ChrisWilliams-ur7fn]

@@ezekieltanawag3235 him being healthy long enough is the only thing in his way.

[@talal3c]

Tim duncan hasnt won a dpoy either but at this point AD looks like a better defender than duncan

[@ChrisWilliams-ur7fn]

@@talal3c Did Timmy D pack shit into the stands as consistently as AD? I can't really remember how shutdown he was. What's really unique is you can switch AD him onto guards for a play or two and he won't get cooked alive.

[@arisu707]

I love AD he is a smart player overall, I hope he gets another ring tho

[@32MattyB]

The fact he got no votes for DPOY is wild

[@teamsaintmark]

GREAT analysis

[@HoopVenue]

Appreciate it!

[@Tony-cp6vu]

As long as AD is healthy, Lakers are unstoppable. He will always give you 15points 15reb minimum a game... on top of all the other stuff he does like blocks and a few assist. insane

[@bobeygaming7589]

And ad not on all nba team and sabonis is on that team is so disrespectful 😂😂😂 and not even on the all defensive team while toying the Dpoy on offensive end while teaching JJJ how to be a master on defensive end

[@ChrisWilliams-ur7fn]

AD is DPOY. If he can just stay healthy for a large chunk of a season he's long overdue to get one. His defense is on another planet from someone like JJJ, who is also elite. But AD is a monstar.

[@Srbenda126]

He will never get dpoy, never underestimate his abillity to get injured

[@drdisrespect3000]

tto be honest, AD acttually played more mins than jjj. even out, everyone did him dirty af for not being DPOY and no all nba defense? that is just the media twisting shit up, AD is a someone that opponents are legitimently scared to try AD in the paint. rarely see someone score when AD is the main defender in ttthe paint

[@christiantan5944]

Im calling it AD first ballot hall of famer in the end of his career

[@husseinali6484]

AD might not be the best at scoring, but his defense is undeniable

[@ezekieltanawag3235]

he is always best at scoring if he intends to but the lakers need a defense right now so he is exerting all his energy to play D and let the others do the scoring.. thats why the lakers are winning right now because of AD and the role players..let alone Lebron who do his thing. damn. this Laker team is scary.

[@talal3c]

@@ezekieltanawag3235 everyones clicking and they all know their roles. They all play with heart and you can tell they really love lebron just the way they play

[@Carmeniooptc]

thanks for the video! I saw a high profile youtube basketball coach telling his audience that AD was a weak point against the warriors 😂

[@Carmeniooptc]

I’m curious to see how AD will defend jokic! It will be a fun matchup

[@josephmatthews7698]

Has it disappointed?

[@chrixtian]

i think for jokic AD needs to be the roamer because jokic can pass so its a tougher guard than like embiid. embiid isnt a playmaker so guarding him straight up is good but jokic gotta have a bigger body on him so AD can roam to take away jokic passing and also protect the rim at the same time.

[@ratikonjaria7648]

AD is a defensive cheat code

[@thankyouyashuafortheblessing69]

Great Video Breakdown On AD Because He Is The Key To The Lakers Winning Championship Number 18 Real Talk In The Words Of Charles Barkley I Guarantee Lakers In 6

[@raydripper101]

AD is definitely gonna finish top 5 defender all time

[@andymath89]

Great video! AD has been amazing this year. He won't be able to stop Jokic, but I'll be relieved to see him contain his game, specially his passes.

[@josephmatthews7698]

Oof

[@Sophilet1984]

dude is a monsterrrrrr!!!

[@swasho2939]

Laker fans are forgetting they wanted him traded before all star break 😂😂

[@041gabriellalrosanga6]

Fr disgusting fellows.

[@josephmatthews7698]

Right? They just lost two in Denver and you got fans already calling for him to get traded. Laker fans hate their players I swear.

[@createdsoicancomment2833]

Great analysis!

[@HoopVenue]

Appreciate it!

[@splashgod2509]

AD is essentially 2021 Rudy on steroids.

[@JC-ig4xy]

AD has become an even better defender this season. I am looking forward to his match up against Jokic.

[@josephmatthews7698]

How's it going? Pretty lit right?

[@VanyaPopov0]

Bro, great video with great surgical dissection of every play. You got a gift.

[@exillens]

Dillon Brooks layups are slow motion at regular recording speed

[@LomLom614]

Where AD goes the Lakers Will go.

[@splintercell0075]

Bravo! Excellent video and I subscribed

[@splintercell0075]

The AD hate is political meatriding😂, Lakers will win the title this year 🏆. I'm a AD fan, the Lakers have the championship effort to me.

[@eghaifuwa9179]

@@splintercell0075I wish hopefully this season

[@louie8969]

Dude is a cheat code defensively

[@Supremely_Based_Takes]

The one person who will be able to consistently score with a D contesting his Jokić. Jokić just has way too many tools or tricks in his skill set to be deterred by AD. That’s why I think the Lakers versus nuggets will be the best series this year including the finals because the Lakers in the markets are just so equally matched right now, when is stronger defensively one is stronger offensively but they both have superstars they both have a good bench, they’re both undefeated at home and honestly it could really go either way. I don’t think either team has a clear advantage. That’s why I think this series will be more fun than the finals. Here’s a question: Obviously if you were the Nuggets or the Lakers you would want Miami to beat Boston because Boston would be a tougher team to beat in the finals, But if you were Boston or Miami who do you think they would rather go up against Denver or the Lakers?

[@bswill5077]

Lol its not really fun when theres 3 guys under the rim ready to block your shot haha. Vanderbilt guarding Curry and Klay while blocking shots :P , lebron and AD sometimes Austin Reeves joins the party

[@trebledc]

ADs defense will be tested against Jokic. He will need all his stamina to at least create 20pts, 6blks and 15 rebounds to win games against the Nuggets.

[@Posty594]

Defensive efficiency 🧱

[@Pc-zj2sy]

This like my favorite video ever

[@HoopVenue]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@x--LeethaL--x]

Best player in the world. Period

[@josephmatthews7698]

Whoa. Bit premature.

[@zj8478]

The world Craig

[@ralali-sf5qj]

I think AD is an alien not wanbenyama from France.

[@marcvslicinivscrassvs7536]

If LeBron gonna make a real run at MJ, he needs this ring bad.

[@ChrisWilliams-ur7fn]

They'll just keep move goalpost again

[@g.o.a.tjames8861]

I watched MJ play & the 90's can't hold a candle to the Speed, Versatility, and Skill of today's game respectfully.

[@talal3c]

@@g.o.a.tjames8861 MJ in todays era would be a glorified james harden with defense. And no I'm not downplaying jordan hes still him i'm just saying he'd have to play differently in todays era and he prolly wont win as many rings as he did in the 90s. But lets be real here jordan is the reason the game is how it is today hes a pioneer.

[@joefui]

i did not know this. Very good, i will try this this days

[@MiamiBeach23]

Nice video man

[@pashapasovski5860]

Didn't work against Joker who can't jump but can think instead! Triple double throughout, no sweat !

[@karriemsharief]

Good breakdown.

[@samanirsanglir9731]

The teams who faced off against Lakers should be happy Big brother JaVale was traded way back or y'all be seeing glimpses of Mutombo😂😂

[@bayanimanansala5220]

And to think a bunch of morons want to trade him away at some point in the season.

[@Bandman717]

When AD Locked in 🔒 it’s wraps

[@josephrivera5255]

Bro has pogo stick on HOF

[@scolioid]

Amazing video loved t

[@HoopVenue]

Appreciate it!

[@JohnnyRanks-s7z]

Yet warriors fans cry about the FT difference

[@JOHNNYPMUSIC]

Bubble AD defense or 23 AD defense? I personally prefer 20 because of his insane switchablity he’s kinda slow footed now

[@splashgod2509]

I still think he's really switchable, but the Lakers don't have KCP/Caruso/Danny Green anymore to execute a switching scheme like they used to.

[@yuhhtempo]

@@splashgod2509 I agree, we’ve seen how switchable & mobile he still is against Curry & Ja so with no doubt I believe he’d be even better with better POA defenders around him

[@talal3c]

100% 23 AD. His defense got even better and i've seen bubble AD play.

[@Icytf]

fire

[@jakethesnakemiz3645]

i have a theory that AD is holding himself back to avoid injury. And, if i’m right, could u imagine him not scared of being injured?

[@jamalmixon9518]

Dont show this video to JJJ. He might cry in embarassment

[@Supremely_Based_Takes]

Hoops venue, Who do you thinks gonna win between the Nuggets and the Lakers? The strong defensive Lakers or the offensive juggernaut nuggets??? Both teams are undefeated at home which adds extra spice to this already very spicy series. I think this series between the Lakers and the Nuggets is going to be the best series, better than the finals whoever it may be. I think whoever wins this series will win the championship. What do you think hoops venue

[@mr.pointman1930]

Wilt Chamberlain 2.0.