The Spurs’ defensive renaissance continued on the road Wednesday night against the Magic. Coming on the heels of a 5-1 homestand during which the good guys gave up just 100.7 points per 100 possessions, it served as partial corroboration of the team’s newfound defensive identity.
With timely help, intelligent switching, and a large dose of discipline, the team has found a recipe to offset individual player weaknesses on that end of the floor. Although it remains a work in progress, the 1st quarter against the Magic exemplified both the progress they’ve made and the work they’ve yet to do.