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Pacers vs. Warriors: Why Roy Hibbert and Paul George are great defensive players

Hibbert and George have anchored the Pacers’ top-ranked defense all year, and they were at it again in a win over the Warriors on Monday.

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Coach Nick highlights specific defensive plays made by both Roy Hibbert and Paul George to illustrate why the Pacers are so tough on defense. With the subtle effectiveness that Hibbert demonstrates, it should be a no-brainer that he wins the Defensive Player of the Year Award.

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