Jokic’s stats against the Wolves is a top simplistic approach to determine if Rudy is a good defender.
You are going to have to look at the Nuggies overall shooting percentage around the rim, offensive rating, rebounding, and etc.
The Wolves play great team defense and it starts with Rudy anchoring the paint. This is the first time Rudy has complimentary defensive players that elevate the team as a whole. Donovan was not playing defense in Utah. Jordan Clarkson? Bojan. lol it’s not even close.