Drills like the “Defensive Slide Drill,” where players move laterally from one side of the court to the other, can be particularly effective in building quick, responsive footwork.

Drilling defense: Every day at practice, the Broncos execute intense, one-on-one, full-court defensive slide drills. If the offensive player scores, the defensive player does push-ups.

His defensive shortcomings have amplified the Knicks’ need for Mitchell Robinson and Precious Achiuwa, both of whom remain sidelined with injuries.