Mavericks Coach Jason Kidd Calls Out Klay Thompson Over Terrible Defense
Mavericks Coach Jason Kidd Calls Out Klay Thompson Over Terrible Defense
Jason Kidd has openly addressed Klay Thompson’s defensive struggles during recent games. In the Mavericks’ 132-117 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, Thompson’s playing time was notably limited in the third quarter.
When questioned about Thompson’s reduced minutes, Kidd was straightforward: “Well, we were trying to get stops. You have to figure out how to stop the leak. They’re scoring, we’re having trouble stopping them, so we brought him and P.J. out, and that’s when P.J. was done for the night. So just looking at our defense, guarding the 3-point line, we just did not do a good job tonight.”
This comment highlights the coaching staff’s concerns about Thompson’s defensive capabilities.
Thompson’s offensive performance has also been inconsistent. In one particularly difficult game, he scored only five points while shooting just 25% from three-point range.
Despite fans initially appreciating Thompson’s aggressive style after joining the Mavericks, his recent performances have revealed defensive vulnerabilities that the team needs to address.
Kidd faces the challenge of finding the right role for Thompson that maximizes his shooting abilities while minimizing defensive liabilities. This balancing act remains crucial for the Mavericks’ success moving forward.
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