Early in the season, teams were doubling LaMarcus Aldridge with impunity, but that time is over. In October and November, Aldridge was taking 6.3 post-ups a game, but making only 42% of the his shots generated on those possessions. That’s not just poor, it’s abysmal. But in December, he made 54% of his shots in 5.8 post attempts per game, which is an outstanding turnaround.
There is a hidden reason for this: early in the season and many times last season, poor passing out of the post and less than ideal weak side movement and finishing meant teams could consistently send double-teams, especially from the weak side baseline.