At the same time, the West German defense tightened.

The Heat's defense tightened during the final three quarters, limiting Carter's looks to the basket.

The Giants were unable to score on this drive, as Chicago's defense tightened and they missed a field goal.

But it was not enough as the Nets' defense tightened with Hill on the bench.

To be sure, the defense also tightened its case and made some points stronger.

In the fourth quarter, the Giants' defense finally tightened, at least in stretches.

Indeed, the Nets' defense tightened, with the Heat shooting 45.5 from 3-point range and 45.2 from the field.

Their defense tightened, but only for short periods.

But with the Spurs' defense tightening around him, Houston took just 6 of his 17 shots in the second half.

But the Pistons' defense soon tightened, and the game's direction changed.