Mattias Ekholm is a force to be reckoned with this season. Since his acquisition in 2022, Ekhom has solidified himself as an elite defender. As well as being an elite defender, he recently found his offensive game elevated. Quickly, Ekholm proved himself to be an indispensable player, someone the Edmonton Oilers rely heavily on. Simply put,…
3 Erik ten Hag has inexplicably claimed that he does not mind his team giving up 31 shots as long as they get the right result. Manchester United’s defence has been questionable all season as they conceded a ridiculous 15 goals in their Champions League group. Despite the impressive, pulsating 4-3 win over Liverpool, they…
1 18-year-old defender Aaron Anselmino has dismissed rumours suggesting he could be on the move amidst heavy links to Manchester United. United have been credited with an interest in multiple defenders ahead of the summer transfer window and now it has been suggested the club is tracking Boca Juniors’ Anselmino. A recent report covered by…
In a bid to restore balance between offense and defense in the NBA, the league has commenced discussions aimed at granting players more defensive latitude, addressing concerns of an imbalance favoring offense. According to NBA insider Shams Charania, discussions on implementing substantive alterations to enhance defensive freedom have commenced within the league’s Competition Committee. Charania…
20 Crystal Palace are reportedly exploring options to replace defender Marc Guehi who is looking increasingly likely to leave amidst heavy interest from the likes of Manchester United and Liverpool. Reinforcing the defensive department is understood to be a high-priority issue for Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS ahead of the summer transfer window. This season,…
Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd says that the group’s offense affects their defense. (via Dallas Mavericks): “When we score the ball, we’re one of the best defensive teams. When we don’t score the ball, we’re one of the worst defensive teams. So we have to be consistent where if we’re not scoring, we still…
In a surprising move, the Golden State Warriors opted to leave Jaylen Brown open at the three-point line at the start of their recent game against the Boston Celtics. Despite this tactic, Brown capitalized on the opportunity, leading the Celtics to a commanding 140-88 victory over the Warriors, scoring 29 points, including 5 of 10…
Brooklyn Nets interim head coach Kevin Ollie discussed the group’s defensive energy after yesterday’s 114-102 home win vs. the Atlanta Hawks. (via YES Network): Reporter: “Six of the team’s eight blocks came in the third quarter. What do you see as the biggest factor behind that?” Ollie: “Stopped letting them catch catch-and-shoot threes. I think…
9 Manchester United loanee, Will Fish, extended his fine run of games for Hibernian as they picked up another good victory in their recent mini-revival of form. The Hibees have won three of their last five and picked up solid away draws versus Aberdeen and their Edinburgh rivals, Heart of Midlothian during that time. The…
After playing a key role in the Minnesota Timberwolves’ victory over the Memphis Grizzlies by effectively defending Jaren Jackson Jr., Anthony Edwards asserted that he deserves a spot on the All-Defensive Team. Edwards took on the defensive assignment against Jackson, who had scored 29 points by the midway point of the third quarter. Despite a…
