Simone: Foul-drawing is a Celtics defensive tool that's flying under the radar
There has been plenty to talk about through the first few games of the Boston Celtics' season. A disappointing loss to the Detroit Pistons on Opening Day. A big-time bounce-back win over the New York Knicks. And on Monday, a blowout win over the Chicago Bulls. The Boston Celtics' defense has been well-received, with the team ranking second in the league in deflections per game (20.7), second in opponent field goal percentage in the restricted area (56.6%), and third in opponent turnovers per game. The Celtics' new defensive style involves a lot of ball pressure and aggressive play. Referees have been instructed to call more offensive fouls when a ball-handler pushes off a defensive player with his off-arm, but also appear to be cracking down on illegal screens. Joe Mazzulla and Joe Gonzalez emphasised the importance of avoiding offensive foul.
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The Celtics' defense has been impressive. Outside of a rough second half in transition against the Pistons, it's been as advertised. Boston is second in the league in deflections per game (20.7), seco... [2291 symbols]
