There is some debate as to how many steals he had — by my count, it was seven — but regardless of the actual number, there is no debating his defensive intensity and the impact it had on the outcome of the game. His ball pressure and elite instincts have many fans whispering comparisons to Rajon Rondo, and his coach and teammates think his defense is key in the Cats’ success moving forward.
Keldon Johnson said, “Having him out there with energy, just doing what he does best — getting us all involved. His defensive presence is amazing.