Matisse Thybulle Delivers Elite Defense for Los Angeles Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers guard Matisse Thybulle has brought a sobering, elite defensive presence to the team during the preseason. Exhibiting his trademark point-of-attack and off-ball wizardry, Thybulle has helped anchor the defense, with the Lakers posting a stingy 97.0 defensive rating while he has been on the floor. His defensive acumen places him firmly among the leading candidates contending for the final opening in head coach JJ Redick's starting lineup.