1.   More importantly, the defense finally made a critical play when called upon.

2.   And again, as was the case last week, the defense made its points Tuesday through a withering cross-examination of criminalist Dennis Fung.

3.   And the defense made an error on a throw by the catcher Rodriguez, who allowed three stolen bases in four attempts, in part because of good jumps.

4.   And the defense makes plays.

5.   And the Sox defense made matters worse.

6.   As impressive as Weinke has been, the Seminole defense has made even greater strides.

7.   As the Blue Devils inexorably pulled away, their defense made the difference.

8.   Baltimore attorney Dwight Pettit said the defense is making a smart move.

9.   Both are explosive backs, so it will come down to which defense can make a big play.

10.   A brutally physical Lakers defense made sure of that.