Benji Marshall claims it's inaccurate to attribute Jarome Luai's pending move to the PNG Chiefs as the catalyst for Wests Tigers' mid-season implosion.
As he ruled out a move for controversial code-hopper Israel Folau, Marshall leapt to the defence of Tigers co-captain Luai following the club's recent struggles.
The Tigers, who host the Gold Coast at Leichhardt Oval on Sunday, started the season with a 5-2 record.
