It is no secret that Harry Giles’ knees have not been kind to him in recent years. As a result of his ACLs, many opponents at Duke University coordinated their offense to attack him on the floor.
The 6’10 Giles, who made his NBA debut last week after sitting out his first professional season to rehab his knees, took that personal and is using it as motivation on the defensive side of the ball.
“This year, I’m guarding first. I’m not letting them come look for me, I’m looking for them on defense … especially with the guards, I’m going to have to guard the pick and roll this year,” said Giles, whose welcoming and open nature quickly turns serious when discussing his goals on the basketball floor.