
NBA player Barnes claims he has elevated his defensive skills and believes he is among the best defenders in the league. He attributes his recognition to the team's success and his contributions on the court.
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Barnes stated that he feels he was already great defensively but has taken his skills to another level, claiming he is one of the best defenders in the NBA.
Barnes believes that when the team is winning, it increases his chances of being recognized in the All-Defensive mix, highlighting the connection between team success and individual accolades.

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