I think he's way too late in his career to iron out the defensive issues. He is what he is, he's not getting any better, and if he waits much longer, he'll start to fade quickly. Man's already 33, which ain't young, especially for a 154 pounder.
What a great opening fight. This could be one of the best non title cards of the year if the rest of the fights are this good
He is definitely in his physical prime, very nice hand speed for a 33 year old. His ego might get in the way of defensive improvements but i'd hope he wouldn't pull that silly **** in a competitive fight.
Seriously. Is it some sort of marketing ploy? Why not just have Bob Arum walk him to the ring on a leash?