Uploaded May 2023 | Updated September 2026, 6 hours ago

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Anthony Davis has had dominant performances in the playoffs and a few off nights, but the Lakers strategy against the Warriors is built around him. This detailed film breakdown & scouting report breaks down how Coach Marvin Ham has used Davis to guard Steph Curry, Klay Thompson, and the Splash Brothers offense...and how AD's offensive presence also dictates the matchups in this series.

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