Apparently we both agree that we make almost no effort toward offensive rebounding. You're just saying that you think it's strategic. I was hoping it was just a coaching oversight instead of being strategic.
I maintain that NO team needs 4 guys trotting back on defense when a shot goes in the air. This team has NEVER had a problem w/ transition defense. But, why would we - we've got that quadruple covered.
Right, the strategy seems to be working.
We put effort in on the defensive side of the ball (I'm sure that's strategic too).
Well, no....I'd say it's just an obvious necessity. It's hard to play effective defense if you keep letting the other team get the ball.
But I do strongly believe we have opportunities on the offensive side.
Could be, but those opportunities come at a cost. Again, our 2 best rebounders are hurt. Given that rebounding is not a strength of the team, do you really think it's a good area to make additional investments?
Personally, I think it's VERY VERY poor decision to strategically make almost no effort to win the offensive boards.
Be sure to pass this thought along to John Beilein and Bo Ryan.