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New York Knicks: Opposing coaches always point to the paint

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The New York Knicks are the best offensive rebounding team in the NBA, but the team’s toughness inside isn’t translating to wins.

NEW YORK, NY—There’s a running theme in the bowels of Madison Square Garden. When opposing head coaches field pregame questions about the New York Knicks, they all point to one thing: offensive rebounding.

It’s no surprise. New York is the No. 1 offensive rebounding team in the NBA and ranked fourth when it comes to offensive rebounding percentage. The Knicks struggle in so many areas, but cleaning the offensive glass does not fall in that category.