Where the pots heavy but suitable for the plants pre defoliation , but now with the lack of leafs they are overwatered ? Have You notice that they are drinking a lot less after defoliation ?
I would never water then defol
I would wait till pot drys abit out then remove leafs
I’ve never used auto pots but maybe best to switch them off for a day or two prior to defoliation to adjust the pot wetness for what the plant shall become
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