What happened
Jordan Walsh drew praise for shadowing Jalen Brunson in Boston's 107-103 win over New York, while Brunson finished with 19 points and four assists.
Joe Mazzulla and Paul George said Walsh's physical on-ball defense set the tone, and Boston has used him as a designated stopper through preseason and two games.
LINEUP CONTEXT
If Walsh keeps handling top-point-guard assignments, Boston's opening unit can stay more aggressive behind him; his role still looks matchup-driven.
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Original reporting: It’s a Walsh: Celtics defensive stopper neutralizes Finals MVP — Yahoo Sports ↗