#1 Are we getting to the free throw line. Most free throws wins games. Remember, game in the paint doesn't always mean low post play. Dribble Penetration is big.
#2 How many offensive boards do we get. You can't send 4 to the offensive boards against good rebounding teams. At Memphis we sent 2 1/2 to the boards. Rule: if perimeter player shoots in the paint, he goes tot he glass. Rule: if a forward shoots outside the paint, he gets back on defense. Transition defense starts on the offensive boards.
#3 Did you get high percentage shots for your best players. This is the first question I ask after each game. Best players can only shoot a high percentage in two of three areas (wings & top). The true test of an offense is that it can get good shots for their players where they hit the shots.
Bob Starkey: I would add that this isn't a bad way to evluate your defense as well. Are you keeping your opponent off the foul line? Are keeping them off the offensive boards? Are you taking away good shots for their best players?
