Redick praises wing group; practice was modified because of their defensive effort
Wings' strong early defensive work — especially from Thybulle and Williams — has altered practice flow and could influence starting/rotation decisions.
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Redick: had to alter the final third of practice due to physicality and effort from wings.
The intensity prompted coaches to focus on offensive cleanup later in the session.
Modification indicates staff is taking defensive progress seriously in lineup evaluations.
Redick and teammates praised Thybulle's anticipation and Williams' length and physicality.
Austin Reaves publicly noted how difficult it was to score against Thybulle and Williams in practice.
Wings' defense is a factor for the two open starting spots next to Dončić, Reaves and Walker Kessler.