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Moses Malone

Offensive Rebounding:

  • Record Holder: Malone possesses the all-time NBA record for offensive rebounds with 7,382.


  • Relentless Chase: He was known for his tireless efforts to grab missed shots, earning the nickname "Chairman of the Boards".


  • Instincts and Strategy: Malone studied how shots bounced and even used strategic misses to get closer to the basket for rebounds, a move that helped generate extra possessions for his team

    Scoring and Physical Dominance:
  • Paint Scoring: He was a dominant scorer in the low post, using his brute strength to outmuscle defenders for buckets.


  • Mid-Range Jumper: Over time, he developed a reliable mid-range jump shot, making him a more versatile offensive threat.


  • Second-Chance Opportunities: His offensive rebounding directly contributed to his scoring, often leading to "put-backs" of his own missed shots.



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Dennis the Worm Rodman

Dennis Rodman is renowned as one of the best and most versatile defenders in NBA history.

  • Rebounding Prowess: He led the league in rebounding for a record seven consecutive seasons (1992–1998). His ability to secure defensive rebounds was a crucial aspect of his defense, limiting opponents to one shot per possession.

  • Defensive Versatility: Rodman was capable of effectively guarding players at all five positions on the court, from point guards to centers. His physicality and agility allowed him to defend both on the perimeter and in the post.

  • Effort and Hustle: He was known for his relentless energy, diving for loose balls, and constantly battling for position.

Defensive Style: He employed unique tactics, including aggressively fronting players in the post and using physical play to disrupt opponents.

Despite never averaging at least one steal and one block per game in his career, Rodman's impact on defense, particularly his elite rebounding and versatile coverage, was widely recognized and contributed significantly to his teams' success.

What Dennis Rodman provided on offense for team:

Dennis Rodman's offensive contributions were not in high-volume scoring, but rather in supporting roles that allowed the offensive stars on his teams to flourish.
Here are the key offensive contributions Dennis Rodman provided:
  • Offensive Rebounding: Rodman was an elite offensive rebounder. He created extra possessions for his team by grabbing offensive boards, which led to high-percentage putbacks or kick-outs to open shooters.
  • High Field Goal Percentage: While his scoring volume was low, Rodman was highly efficient when he did shoot, primarily taking shots around the rim like layups, dunks, and putbacks.
  • Setting Screens: Rodman was known for setting strong screens that helped free up teammates for scoring opportunities.
  • Outlet Passing: After securing defensive rebounds, Rodman could quickly initiate fast breaks with his accurate outlet passes, creating easy scoring chances for his teammates.
  • Passing: Rodman was also an underrated passer for a power forward, demonstrating good court vision and game sense.

Statistic / AwardValue
NBA Championships5 (1989, 1990 with Pistons; 1996, 1997, 1998 with Bulls)
NBA Defensive Player of the Year2 (1990, 1991)
NBA All-Star2 (1990, 1992)
NBA All-Defensive First Team7 (1989–1993, 1995, 1996)
NBA Rebounding Champion7 (1992–1998)
Total Career Rebounds11,954
Rebounds Per Game (Career Average)13.1
Points Per Game (Career Average)7.3
Field Goal Percentage (Career Average)52.1%
Blocked Shots Per Game (Career Average)0.6
Steals Per Game (Career Average)0.7
Games Played911


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