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Message: [QUOTE="BBallF, post: 4893188, member: 10435"] We often overlook this aspect of her game, especially in games like last night, where several of her "and 1s" were highlight reel worthy. That is unfortunate because she is truly a great defensive player. There are several things she does that are just exceptional. First is her anticipation not just for the next pass, but for the one after that. The same is true for her anticipation of the next offensive movement of the player she is guarding. Second, and part and parcel with the first, she has great court vision on defense and you will see her sliding into a position away from her man to stop someone else's man from having a clear path to the basket. She did it last night when Ash was being beaten baseline for example and the DePaul player had to pass the ball out. Third, she switches flawlessly, as many as 3 times in a row, and does not allow an open lane when she does. Fourth, she boxes out textbook. She is way out of position as a 4, but rarely gets into foul trouble because she does not foul to get rebounds. She does it the old fashioned way. Fifth, she moves her feet laterally with great ease and speed and her hands never stop but rarely reach in and foul. Sixth, and perhaps most importantly, is between the ears. If you haven't seen her play live from good seats, you are missing a great college defensive player. Just don't follow the ball like you would usually do, follow her. It's a pleasure to behold. [/QUOTE]

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