Reduce Armstrong and Hodges' play time accordingly.
Levinston stands 6 feet 8 inches tall and is a very energetic and experienced forward.
Jackson has already realized that stacking forwards is crucial when facing Gan.
Especially versatile small forwards. Their energy, rebounding, and outside shooting increase Gan's defensive burden.
If it's a guard, Gan can leave it completely to the perimeter defenders.
If it's an interior player, a center, or a power forward, engaging in interior battles of strength, height, or technique, Gan fears nothing.
Soldiers fend off attacks, water is blocked by earth—this is precisely his job.
Only small forwards, these guys who are capable inside and outside, can cause Gan some trouble and annoyance.
The Bulls lack a strong interior presence, so Jackson likes to have players like Pippen and Levinston fill the gaps in the paint and perform some inside duties.
Of course, Levinston has one distinct advantage: his stamina is exceptional.
