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Nerlens Noel stuffs Jonas Valanciunas at the rim

Published Mar. 3, 2015 11:11 a.m. ET

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Nerlens Noel is proving to be a formidable defender even as a rookie. As the best defensive player on a team with a D ranked in the top half of the league, he's the backline help in any given scenario.

Noel made a name for himself at the University of Kentucky blocking shots. He's done the same in the NBA, victimizing 1.9 opponents per game with blocks. 

Jonas Valanciunas, you're next on the list.

Noel had himself one heck of a game last night against the Toronto Raptors, dropping in 17 points on a perfect 7-for-7 from the field. He's starting to come into form, even if Philly continues to lose. Hopefully, Jonas' self-esteem can recover for the Raptors' next meeting against the Sixers.

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