The Knicks also led the NBA in offensive rebounding last year, but with Towns replacing the Hartenstein-Robinson duo — and with Precious Achiuwa also sidelined to start the season — they have pulled down 29 offensive boards through three games to rank 27th in the league through Monday’s action. “I think it’s just consistent effort,” Thibodeau said. “You’ve got to keep going. I think when you force a defense to collapse and you put them in rotation, you get the movement and it’s drive pass-pass, there’s going to be opportunities on shots that are missed to go get it. -via New York Post / October 30, 2024
