In The Zone '98
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Tons of great defenders who werent HOFers especially in that time period
You would know but you weren't following
Who was the better defender JJ or Lindsay?
I did some extensive research in 2011 LeBron averaged 17/7/6/1 with a Triple Single Game before Draymond :mjlol:
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Who was the better defender JJ or Lindsay?
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Lindsey Hunter was clearly the better defensive player compared to J.J. Barea, and here’s why:
Defensive Reputation & Role
- Lindsey Hunter built much of his NBA reputation on being a defensive pest, especially during his years with the Detroit Pistons. He was often brought in specifically to disrupt opposing guards with tight on-ball pressure.
- He played a key role on the 2004 Pistons championship team, one of the best defensive teams of the modern era.
- Hunter was often used to guard elite point guards, despite being a backup, because of his ability to harass and disrupt.
- J.J. Barea, on the other hand, was never known for his defense. His contributions were almost entirely on the offensive end—creating shots, running pick-and-roll, and being a spark plug off the bench.
- Due to his size (5’10”), he was frequently targeted on defense.
- He was more of a liability on that end, and teams would often try to exploit him.
Defensive Metrics & Impact
While advanced stats aren't perfect, they support this as well:
- Defensive Rating (DRtg):
- Hunter: Career DRtg ~106
- Barea: Career DRtg ~112
(Lower is better)
- Steals per game (career):
- Hunter: 1.2 SPG
- Barea: 0.5 SPG
- Defensive Win Shares:
- Hunter: 17.4
- Barea: 5.2
Hunter’s numbers are noticeably better and reflect both his longevity and value on defense.
Basketball IQ & Toughness
Hunter was known for his toughness, quick hands, and veteran savvy on defense. He wasn't just quick—he was mentally locked in, often frustrating scorers by reading plays early and staying glued to ball handlers.
Barea, while very smart and feisty, simply lacked the physical tools to be effective on defense consistently.
Final Verdict: Lindsey Hunter
- Better defender by reputation, role, metrics, and impact.
- Contributed to elite defensive teams and was trusted in big defensive moments.
- Barea was a great offensive player and valuable contributor—but defense was never his strength.
If you’re building a team and need a guard to give you lockdown minutes, Hunter’s your guy.
Bring up Lindsey Hunter as a gotcha for Bron getting locked up by JJ Barea brehs
Bron fans always exposing how little they know about the time periods they argue about.
In The Zone '98
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You would know if you were following
I wanna hear it from the expert
JJ had Bron in knots, right? Its close
This man is scrambling in real time
Please don't tell me this man is really asking who was a better defenderYou would know if you were following
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This guy @In The Zone '98 has been trying to run the Linsey Hunter talking point since April
VegetasHairline
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Look at people giving Lindsay Hunter props for being a good defender instead of making excuses.
It's amazing how the LeGBT is inexcusably ducking this thread 
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This guy @In The Zone '98 has been trying to run the Linsey Hunter talking point since April
JJ guarded Bron for 2 possessions that whole series. And its the narrative
I'm wondering why 20 years later the narrative isn't that Hunter cooked Kobe too
Its acceptable that Kobe got handled. Because Lindsay was a great defender in his time. Lml
He clamped everybody
Kobe was 5 rings deep at that point. Bron was going for his first and was scared of his own shadow like a p*ssy
Y'all underestimate JJ Barea's defense. He wore you down mentally more than anything. They win this series if Bosh steps up.
Maybe because the Pistons were a historically great defensive team team? Maybe because TD shot like ass against that same team a year later? Maybe because the year after that Bron shot bad against them?
be confused about basic shyt that was happening in 2000s NBA, fake ass LeGBT brehjs
15th year Kobe isn’t his prime. Just came off 3 straight finals appearances. Fatigue and the Mavs were just better.I did extensive research and Did you know that a Prime Kobe Bryant played against that same Mavericks team?
How did Kobe do?
23 PPG. 3 Reb. 2.5 AST on 46 % and 23 3P%. The Lakers were swept 4-0.
He played worse than LeBron against the same 2011 Mavericksteam.
Only on the Coli 15th year Kobe is in his prime.
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Maybe because the Pistons were a historically great defensive team team? Maybe because TD shot like ass against that same team a year later? Maybe because the year after that Bron shot bad against them?
Why you talking about team defense. When I'm talking about the inability of Kobe to score on Lindsay. Similar to how Bron couldn't score on JJ
WHERE THE fukk was Mamba Mentality when Lindsay Hunter was on the courr!?
