Paul George is leading a Celtics defense that is balancing two crucial goals. It's elevating the offense and will be a difference-maker come the playoffs.
Hardwood Houdini reports that Paul George has transformed the Boston Celtics' defense into a far more disruptive unit early in the season. Through five games, Boston is forcing 18.4 turnovers per contest and averaging 20.2 deflections, ranking near the top of the NBA in both metrics under head coach Joe Mazzulla after finishing near the bottom in previous years.
Writer Bobby Krivitsky highlights that George is leading the league with 5.8 deflections per game alongside 2.4 steals. The veteran wing's defensive playmaking and rebounding have created transition opportunities for Boston, notably during their recent 125-111 NBA Cup victory over the Chicago Bulls.
Get the latest sports news and top stories from MySportsTab delivered straight to your inbox.
No spam. Just the latest sports news and updates.
