Anthony Davis is the Best Defender in the NBA 

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

seeing these plays in slow motion is crazy

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

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.

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.

That block on jarren jackson three point attempt was nuts.

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

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

Thanks This gave me a better appreciation for A. Davis

AD defensive focus like this breakdown is absolutely Amazing

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

I have said that about AD for years.

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.

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

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

AD is a blessing

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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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.

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

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

The fact he got no votes for DPOY is wild

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 🔥🔥🙏🏼

AD is a defensive cheat code

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

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

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.

dude is a monsterrrrrr!!!

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

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

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

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.

AD is essentially 2021 Rudy on steroids.

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

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.

He should have been the Defensive player of the year!

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

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

Great analysis!

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

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

Dillon Brooks layups are slow motion at regular recording speed

Nice video man

GREAT analysis

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.

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

Bravo! Excellent video and I subscribed

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

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

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

Where AD goes the Lakers Will go.

AD is definitely gonna finish top 5 defender all time

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

Good breakdown.

Dude is a cheat code defensively

This like my favorite video ever

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.

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.

Amazing video loved t

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

Defensive efficiency 🧱

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

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.

The world Craig

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

I think AD is an alien not wanbenyama from France.

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

fire

Bro has pogo stick on HOF

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?

Gonna be interesting watching the best defensive guy in the league vs the best offensive guy in the league for the WCF

Best player in the world. Period

Great video. Hope you could also release an analysis on how Denver broke down LA's defense and swept them.

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😂😂

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?

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

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

AD or kd in 2023?

Finals DPoY