They’ve actually got a few. In fact, Bridges got a T in this very game for punching Bane. Some people think Bridges goes overboard at enforcing at times. Also, Diabate went head to head with Duren earlier in the season. He definitely wasn’t intimidated or backing down from Duren. Plus, they added Grant Williams specifically to help with this enforcer role.
But I agree, in this particular game they looked soft. I “think” rather than soft, I believe they were just undersized. Diabate is a skinny 6’10" center, Bridges is a short 6’7" PF. Banchero is a beast. He’s a handful for anybody in the league. Orlando probably has the biggest frontline in the league at 6’10", 6’10" and 6’10".
Having said all of that, I’m not sure what the answer is going forward. I believe both Kalkbrenner and Diabate need to put on weight/muscle. Brandon Miller needs to be more assertive. AND the biggest question is what to do with Ball. He’s still immature and I’m just not sure he’s who you want leading your team. But you have to get something really good in return. You can’t just let him go for nothing.