Is Evan Mobley in the middle of a sophomore slump? Or has he actually grown a bit in his second season? Video coordinator Mike De La Rosa helps out in this detailed film room analysis that looks at how Mobley's impact metrics are likely misleading, and how he's sustained he defensive excellence this year.

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