Oklahoma City Thunder

Andre Roberson has lofty goals for his NBA career

Published May. 14, 2015 10:02 a.m. ET

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The Thunder are banking on Andre Roberson becoming one of the NBA's premier defender. To his credit, Roberson is up for the challenge, as he told the Daily Oklahoman:

“I see myself as possibly being the best defender in this league if I put my mind to it,” the Thunder shooting guard said.

Oddly enough, his development on offense will also be vital to his defensive improvement. If Roberson can't keep defenses honest with his jump shot (something he couldn't do this season), it'll be tough for Billy Donovan to keep him on the floor when he needs him the most. He doesn't need to become a marksman, just enough of a threat to where defenses can't ignore him completely.