This article is the second in a series on rebounding in the NBA. Introduction Who are the best rebounders in the NBA today? In Drummond, the Joker, and the Worm, I discussed the importance of collecting marginal rebounds and how rebounding numbers, even advanced figures that adjust for pace and shot volume, can be misleading.…

One of the most significant casualties in the modern NBA has been the value of the rebound. As recently as 10 years ago, players, especially big men, were summarized by their point-rebound line. In 2023, rebounds are scarcely mentioned beyond completing a triple-double or if a player grabs 20 boards. This is especially true in…