I think just about everyone knows how good a point-of-attack defender Jaden McDaniels is. The 6-foot-9 forward has a rare blend of quickness and length, which makes him a matchup nightmare for opposing perimeter players. However, what goes underrated with McDaniels' defense is his versatility, especially his rim protection.
His ability to protect the rim gives the Minnesota Timberwolves' defense some needed extra versatility. This, paired with McDaniels' elite on-ball defense, makes him one of the league's best all-around defenders.
McDaniels' rim protection gives the Wolves' defense another key element
McDaniels' physical tools greatly help with his versatility.