Let's talk about rebounding

[Natebishop3]

He should study tape of Grant. He can become that type of player if he continues to put in the work.

He mentioned watching tape... I wonder if it's just tapes of his play, or if he has been watching tapes of other people.

 

[magnifier661]

Another angle on this was the differential between our rebounding and the teams we played. We've averaged a +10 differential. That means we have the opportunity to shoot 10 more shots a game. Even if the other team shoots a higher %, we can still beat them effectively. That's even if they were 5% better.

 

[HailBlazers]

Yeah I'm there with ya. We aren't Sabas, Sheed and Grant Size; but I see us equalling the 2008-09 Blazers size.

I think we got the size, Lopez, LMA, Robinson (Lil smaller than Grant), and Leonard. All we need is the skill to go along with it, the fundamentals. And ofcourse the tenacity.

 

[magnifier661]

This will be bumped when we are top 3 in the West!

HYPER-BUMP!!!!!

 

[Boob-No-More]

we are 10-0 when out rebounding our opponents.

BNM

 

[HailBlazers]

we are 10-0 when out rebounding our opponents.

BNM

bingo bango bongo baby

 

[magnifier661]

we are 10-0 when out rebounding our opponents.

BNM

This is the true measure, IMO. I really would love this team competing for a top 5 rebounding team. I think we have it in us. Aren't we moving up as well?

 

[Boob-No-More]

We are one of only 4 teams to out rebound their opponents 10 times. The others are Chicago (6-5), Houston (10-1) and New Orleans (6-4).

BNM

 

[Draco]

I've been very impressed with the rebounding. That was my biggest concern of a LMA/Lopez frontcourt. Stotts seems to be doing a great job of having schemes that maximize our players strength and mask their weaknesses.

 

[magnifier661]

I've been very impressed with the rebounding. That was my biggest concern of a LMA/Lopez frontcourt. Stotts seems to be doing a great job of having schemes that maximize our players strength and mask their weaknesses.

I've really noticed how Lopez will box out, so our team can rebound more efficiently. It's a thing of beauty

 

[BlazerCaravan]

I've really noticed how Lopez will box out, so our team can rebound more efficiently. It's a thing of beauty

LaMarcus has feasted on this; he's averaging 9.6 rebounds per 36 minutes, a full rebound more than last year (8.6 per 36), which was his career best then.

 

[magnifier661]

LaMarcus has feasted on this; he's averaging 9.6 rebounds per 36 minutes, a full rebound more than last year (8.6 per 36), which was his career best then.

Absolutely! In fact, I've noticed that he is starting to go after boards more. I think he understands the value, especially after the Golden State game. Last game, you could really see him jumping for all rebounds! Awesome stuff right there!

 

[Boob-No-More]

Aldridge is up to 9.9 rpg. At 22.0 ppg, he's about to enter that exclusive 20/10 club.

And, all 5 starters continue to average career highs in rpg.

BNM

 

[Draco]

I've really noticed how Lopez will box out, so our team can rebound more efficiently. It's a thing of beauty

Lopez has a lot of difficulty securing the ball, he can initially get his hands on balls coming off the rim all day long. If he could secure the board I think he could lead the league in rebounding; but having him tip the ball around and seal his man does appear to really be helping the rest of the team rebound.

 

[riverman]

The good thing is we're rebounding better in the end game. I think we could rebound much better in the first half of games but when it counts, it seems we're battling the boards much better after halftime. I'm an optimist every season as to the potential of the team and as George Carlin once said, "I'm from the church of I don't fucking know" when it comes to the playoff picture 70+ games from now. I do believe overachieving is entirely possible. One game at a time works for me.

 

[Blazer Fanatic]

It's a great feeling to know where are "bickering" over how close to #1 the Blazers will end up in rebounding as opposed to how close they will be to #30. Huge improvement in both defense and rebounding, with more work to come. I really, really, really like where this team is headed.