

Signing former Cleveland Cavalier, David Nwaba was a savvy signing by GM Sean Marks. The shooting guard will provide a lot on the defensive end. Here’s a look at some of his defense from last season.
Punishes Embiid with the lousy dribble hand off pass which leads to an easy transition dunk. pic.twitter.com/4Y8f1MMutQ
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Look at how engaged Nwaba is with Harden on this play.
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He’s tracking the ball with his hands and body, while slowly nudging backwards before intercepting the pass. pic.twitter.com/EICbMxazAV
As soon as Ennis receives the initial pass from Harden, Nwaba can tell he’s looking to feed it back.
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As he creeps closer and closer to the former MVP he makes the easy steal leading to another transition dunk. Though this one is done with much more speed and pressure. pic.twitter.com/BAzKUwCetU
Gambles and makes the smart decision in doubling Portis, forcing the turnover which earns him a trip to the foul line on the other end. pic.twitter.com/JwWCanX1HT
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Shows his acumen in the post as he deflects the Portis pass. pic.twitter.com/zXGlQwCvWf
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He’s really good at intercepting passes and conversely creating offense in the open court for himself. pic.twitter.com/hEhCujQhhb
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Denies the putback shot from Snell with authority. pic.twitter.com/CZBXDmmRZK
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Makes a clean strip on Bertans as he drives into the lane.
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He just knows when to leave his opponent and create pressure on others. pic.twitter.com/uKSBrhkL5b
Is active as Simmons hits the paint before changing tack onto Harris.
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Harris makes the drive, and despite trailing him, Nwaba has the quickness and length to make the block. pic.twitter.com/kHEZsVgneV