Breaking Down DeAndre Jordan’s Evolution into an Elite Rim Protector

The Los Angeles Clippers' DeAndre Jordan is arguably the most athletic center in the NBA, and his ability to block shots has never been in question.

But rim protection—one of the most crucial aspects of NBA defense—isn't just about swatting shots into the stands. There are multiple components to patrolling the back line, and most of those nuances occur before a ball-handler even gets near the paint.

It's within this technical minutiae that Jordan has shown significant improvement to become one of the ...

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