Kyshawn George, a rookie wing for the Washington Wizards, is struggling with foul rate, committing three or more fouls in over 60% of his games. However, he is beginning to showcase his defensive potential that led to his selection as the 24th pick in the draft. Notably, George's physicality and ability to guard multiple positions have drawn praise from teammates like Marcus Smart. Veteran Jordan Poole advised him that developing a strong defensive reputation will help reduce his fouling over time, suggesting that the growth will benefit his career in the long run.
You see that fire. He's talking crap back to guys. He's holding his own. ... Especially the way the record looks for us, guys are going to come in and think it's going to be easy. And he showed that it's not.
His play this season was establishing the defensive reputation he would carry through the next chunk of his career: lengthy, active, aggressive.
He has quickly realized the defensive potential that coaxed Washington into trading up and selecting him with the No. 24 pick in last year's draft.
Even George's fouls could have positive effects down the line.
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