Matched up against John Wall in Boston's second-round series against Washington, Celtics All-Star Isaiah Thomas has the daunting task of trying to defend the Wizards‘ star guard.

Thomas isn't a great defender as well, so when searching for answers on how to slow down Wall, he turned to his young son.

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Thomas' son gave his father a hilarious yet also accurate answer by telling him to get fast shoes so he can block Wall's dunk. Sage advice from such a young defensive expert.

Kids say the darndest things.