One of the most common criticisms of Jimmer Fredette is that he is weak on defense. He is, undeniably, careful not to get into foul trouble on defense. So how can Jimmer fans claim Fredette is a strong defensive player?
In today's New York Times, BYU assistant coach Dave Rice explained: "We can’t afford to have him in foul trouble. He’s a much, much better defensive player than he’s given credit for. A lot of that is part of our game plan.”
In other words, BYU's coaching staff has told Jimmer to be light on defense, and he is executing perfectly on that game plan. He might not play the strongest individual defensive games in the NCAA, but he plays one of the best team games -- sacrificing his personal defensive style for the sake of the team.
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