As a data-driven NBA analyst with 8 years of Synergy Sports modeling experience, I’ve seen teams win titles not by star players—but by three hidden defensive details most analytics ignore. This piece cracks the code behind elite defense: off-ball rotations, close-outs under pressure, and rim protection. I’ve tracked over 4,500 minutes of game film to prove it. If you’re still judging teams by scoring, you’re missing the real blueprint.