Contrary to some opinions that his defensive numbers are bloated, SGA is statistically ranked among the elite defenders in the league, with an individual defensive rating of 108.4, ranking him in the top 10.

SGA excels at using his body to seek contact, flipping his hips to navigate through defenders in traffic.

His defensive win shares are among the best in the NBA, ranking 5th overall (4.0) this season after being 1st last season (4.8).

He avoids robotic movements, opting to play freely and confidently, which makes his dribble pull-ups look natural and unforced. Defensive Impact & Statistics

While starting his career as a pure point guard (PG), he has transitioned effectively into a role often classified as a shooting guard (SG) or a hybrid guard, showing versatility in his positioning. Summary of Play