The New York Knicks head coach delved into various topics during his conversation with Steve Aschburner of NBA.com, covering Jalen Brunson’s unique qualities, Julius Randle’s recovery from shoulder surgery, and the strategy for compensating for Hartenstein’s departure from the frontcourt.
He also explained how the addition of Mikal Bridges alongside OG Anunoby on the wing enhances the team’s defensive capabilities. The versatility provided by these players enables the team to offer a variety of defensive looks against primary ball handlers.
“What it adds to us is the versatility of both allows us to give different looks to a primary ball handler. We’ve been playing Donte (DiVincenzo) on those guys to start. Now we can come after that with Bridges, then OG, then Hart,” Thibodeau said.
“We can constantly change up our look for who’s guarding that ball-handler. Also, OG and Hart are very disruptive off the ball, so I like to use them that way. The versatility of the defense will be a big thing for us.”
Tom Thibodeau offered his thoughts on the Knicks' offseason moves: https://t.co/nc5sgZAGJc
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