From then 'til now

[j2d2]

our biggest improvement has been our defense. Our biggest need is better rebounding and I'm not sure that we will get a lot better. Some, but not a lot because of lack of height and athleticism. Capel is doing a good job considering.
The improvement of the defense is excellent.

 

[jpsam]

True, the team rebounding (at least offensively - no real reason to not compete on the defensive glass as it is as much about positioning as vertical ability) may not get a whole lot better - I think part is because of the emphasis on transition defense. Against teams that like to run - like ISU last night - there would often be NO red shirts under the basket to compete for a rebound, but there would be 4-5 guys already back on defense.

Washington impressed me in his short time on the court. He really has a knack for rebounding and seems to be a good, long defender. As his minutes increase, I think our rebounding numbers will be positively affected.