Defending with shorter players

In this era of the 3-point shot, few people worry very much about team height on offense, since the rules tilt the table away from big men so drastically. However, on the defensive end, it is more of a factor. The goal is still at ten feet, and players who are taller and have longer arms have a built-in defensive advantage. Still, what is more difficult is not necessarily impossible. Wes Unseld played center in the NBA at only 6-7. Charles Barkley was only 6-6.So, it can be done; you just have to learn how and work at it.