Well to be fair to Lopez, he didn't play in the WCs this summer because of an illness(mono), and he had it to start out the year. Then he injured (his shoulder?) I believe... didn't miss games but it effected him. Then he he plays with Humphries (who is from the Danny Fortson school of rebounding... ie stealing it from your own teammates).... And NJ plays at a slower pace this year as opposed to last (27th this year to 25th last year)
So the 2 rebound difference is somewhat explanaible.
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