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Team Defense
The next two preseason games promise to give coach Adelman a better evaluation of where his squad is at on defense. “We are playing two different teams with two different styles,” Adelman said. “We have to defend well, because we aren’t as good offensively without [Love].” Kirilenko—known throughout his career as a stopper—defined himself as a versatile piece in Adelman’s defense. “I’ll run, guard, be everywhere on the floor, rebound or steal,” Kirilenko said. “I’m not a guy who lives for the statistics. If I’ll help of win the game, I’ll get it. I’m not chasing statistics, I’m chasing plays that will get us something.” Quick Hits
- According to coach Adelman, Nikola Pekovic and Luke Ridnour are both expected to play Wednesday against Detroit after missing previous time due to injury.
- With the team traveling for a four-day stretch starting Tuesday, Kevin Love will reunite with the team on Saturday.