Who is a better defender: Bradley or T. Allen

[dmny5000]

I'll take Tony against bigger players and Bradley against smaller ones.

I have to agree with this.

I don't think TA can hound a point guard the way Bradley does, but Bradley can't defend bigger guards and wings like Tony can. Tony can defend wings better simply because he's bigger and stronger. Tony is a tankish 6'4 very strong and long, Avery is a wiry 6'2 or 6'3. I don't know if Bradley can put on the same type of size that Tony has, but if he can he will be a force.

While I do agree in general I don't think Bradley let's his lack of length get in the way when guarding bigger opponents. I've noticed since he plays so tight on them and gets up under them they get very out of their element. He cant contest as well being that they know they can get the shot off. Somehow though I've seen him make players take very awkward shots that appear to be decent but when you watch that guy play a lot you realize he really just makes the opposing guards uncomfortable. So although the shots look like decent shots they're often not that players usual types of shots.

I agree with Tony on bigger guards but Bradley might end up being the better defender even on the bigger guards.

[ayer]

I would still go for TA offense and defense.

[Meadowlark_Scal]

Tony Allen is still the best of them..but Bradley is coming on...Ray was one of the best at his spot....but he is getting older, time to adjust....or lie to yourself....

[OmarSekou]

It's TA. He's more savvy. Bradley's still a little bit too overeager at times and overcommits on his man.

Bradley hasn't gotten the feel of reading the flow of the offense and playing space. Being beside Rondo he has a perfect view of Rondo and KG, two of the best in the game.

All he needs is a little bit more seasoning. His ability and effort are already among the best in the league.