I would argue that the rim is not the most important real estate. Given the amount of 3pt shooting you need long, athletic guards that can defend the 3. SGA, Jalen Williams, Daniels to name a few. Individual Defensive Rating, Defensive Win Shares, Defensive Box Plus/Minus and yes, what is your teams overall defense efficiency are all important categories that need to be looked at by voters. Not just rim protection and blocks.
I would argue that the rim is not the most important real estate. Given the amount of 3pt shooting you need long, athletic guards that can defend the 3. SGA, Jalen Williams, Daniels to name a few. Individual Defensive Rating, Defensive Win Shares, Defensive Box Plus/Minus and yes, what is your teams overall defense efficiency are all important categories that need to be looked at by voters. Not just rim protection and blocks.
Great article, Tom! In Tou we trust!