Note: all stats are up to date, but this article was written before Wednesday's game against the Miami Heat. Besides the Sixers having some struggles against Miami's zone defense (and missing some open shots), this game also served as a reminder that the Sixers need to play with consistent energy at both ends of the floor to beat good teams.
Altering your opponent’s shot profile is a sign of good defense. Preventing high-efficiency shots altogether is the perfect outcome, which is why allowing a low number of three-pointers is so valuable in the NBA. And that’s exactly what the Philadelphia 76ers have been doing.