DeAndre Jordan is one of the strongest shot-blocking presences around the rim, but as a perimeter defender, he's not quite as… polished per se.
The L.A. Clippers big man apparently wasn't very aware of his own capabilities when facing the Utah Jazz in Game 3, challenging star forward Gordon Hayward to a one-on-one matchup, only to get easily dusted by the 6-foot-8 swingman.
BAHHAHAHAHHAHA DeAndre Jordan called out Gordon Hayward on defense like "I SEE YOU IM LOCKED IN" and then got straight up roasted 😭😭😭 pic.twitter.com/hSM6bkPBde
— Rob Perez (@World_Wide_Wob) April 22, 2017
Jordan committed a similar crime trying to stay close to lefty sniper Joe Ingles, who easily drained a corner three after looking down at the three-point line.
Joe Ingles waited for DeAndre to get close, looked in his eyes, wet a 3 in his face, looked back at him. MUCHO DISRESPECTFUL 🔥 pic.twitter.com/V0oCNoWzJF
— Rob Perez (@World_Wide_Wob) April 22, 2017
Unlike Hayward, the Aussie followed with a bit of smack talk, letting him know he was out of position trying to guard the perimeter.
Jordan will need to play heavier minutes with the absence of Blake Griffin, who is out for the remainder of the playoffs with a toe injury. His defense will be key for the Clippers success (as long as he stays away from the perimeter) as they take a 2-1 lead into Salt Lake City on Sunday.