The Phoenix Suns, by 2k23 mt an exceptionally small margin, had the third best defense during the regular season last season however they could've had the distinction of being first. A collective team effort is essential to sustain this level of excellence throughout 82 games. Fourth-year forward Mikal Bridges played a crucial part in this. Not only did he participate in all 82 games , probably the most efficient defender on the team.

It's just not shown in his overall or his perimeter defense rating. His overall rating did not improve from 2K22 - it stood at 83. The perimeter defense rating is an 82 (A-minus) and is 2nd on the team behind Chris Paul's 90. As a player who came in second in Defensive Player of the Year voting last year, both of those ratings ought to be higher.

Moving on to one the players that is under-rated in the NBA, Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kenrich Williams follows for two distinct reasons. One is his perimeter defense, where the 27-year-old has made a reputation in Oklahoma. He's determined, difficult to beat in the line of attack as well as a strong player in one-on one situations and, in general, much superior than what he's being credited for. He is ranked ninth on the team in perimeter defense behind players like Ty Jerome and Aleksej Poku?evski, which shouldn't be happening.

On the other hand Williams is the 5th-best 3-point percentage on the team, even though he was 10th overall Buy 2k23 mt in 3-point percentage last season. His 3-point percentage was 33.9% with 0.8 per game. Williams's stats aren't completely accurate, but his 75 overall score is an acceptable starting point (even even though it should be 77).