A couple of things have to be prefaced when it comes to looking at the Warriors’ newfound death lineup.
First: the Nuggets aren’t the best defensive team out there. They’re middling in terms of overall efficiency (111.5 DRTG, 15th). Their half-court defense leaves a lot to be desired (97.4 half-court DRTG, 21st).
A dearth of reliable on-ball defenders plagues them. You’d be hard pressed to name a premier point-of-attack guy on their roster; Austin Rivers is, by default, their best option, while Facundo Campazzo is a pest himself, despite the size limitations. Aaron Gordon has some equity as a switchable power wing.