Washington Times · Nov 1, 2015
After three games, Wizards' greatest concerns center on defense
New York Knicks forward Cleanthony Early (11) drives as he is guarded by Washington Wizards forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (12) in the first half of an NBA preseason basketball game, Friday, Oct. 9, 2015, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)It’s a second-hand story, but the point is valid.
According to lore, shot-slinging and epically named World B. Free was tasked with guarding another team’s prime scorer. His coach went over the details pregame, then turned to Free and asked how he planned to stop the opposing player.
“Give me the ball, and I’ll foul him out,” Free purportedly responded.