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Originally posted by: ames7
Sporting News.
The newcomers also have shored up the Mavs' weak offensive rebounding. The team ranked 24th in offensive boards last season but has climbed into the top 10 this season. "Last year, if you stopped their initial thrust, you could push it up on them," Grizzlies assistant coach Tony Barone says. "Now they really are attacking the offensive glass. That's a major issue people aren't paying attention to."
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I think offensive rebounding (other than improved-defense) is the key for the Mavericks this year if they hope to improve on what they did last year. This team has gotten better every year, and getting second, or even third, chances on the offensive side will greatly improve their fortunes. With as many skilled-offensive players the Mavs have, getting more chances at the basket will make them even tougher to play against.
I think Barone's quote is right on.