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Top Defenders Shine Amid Warriors' Playoff Challenges

9/25/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Dennis Johnson, Hall of Famer, earned nine All-Defensive selections for Seattle SuperSonics.
Draymond Green, in his 14th season, is a top Warriors defender.
Stephen Curry's calf injury in the playoffs hurt the Warriors.
Kuminga, a restricted free agent, faces uncertainty for a Western Conference season.
Dort, undrafted in 2019, became Thunder defender, winning a championship and earning All-Defensive First Team.

History

Historical Context

The NBA established the All-Defensive Team in 1996 to honor exceptional defensive players, influencing careers significantly. Hall of Famer Dennis Johnson, with nine selections, exemplified this impact during his tenure with the Seattle SuperSonics. Today, players like Draymond Green and Luguentz Dort carry on this tradition, underscoring the critical role of defense in achieving championship success within the league.

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Story summary

Dennis Johnson, Hall of Famer, earned nine All-Defensive selections for Seattle SuperSonics.
Draymond Green, in his 14th season, is a top Warriors defender.
Stephen Curry's calf injury in the playoffs hurt the Warriors.
Kuminga, a restricted free agent, faces uncertainty for a Western Conference season.
Dort, undrafted in 2019, became Thunder defender, winning a championship and earning All-Defensive First Team.

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