What to Watch For - Inside Stats

The following chart is a quick look at key statistical indicators to 
watch for in the coming season.  For a more in-depth look, check out the 
article "A Look at the Coming Season"


Player			Key Stat			Target
  Notes

Steve Nash		Assist to Turnover Ratio	In the 3:1 range
  Play within the game

Michael Finley		Offensive Rebounds		1.5 - 2.0 per game
  Energy and dominance

Dirk Nowitzki		Steals, Blocks & Def Reb	10 per game total
  Defensive presence

Juwan Howard		Offensive Rebounds		2.5 - 3.0 per game	
  Create pressure

Shawn Bradley		Steals				1 - 1.25 per game
  Awareness and activity

Tim Hardaway		Percent 3 pt tries		Less than 40%
  Healthy mix w/ penetration

Danny Manning		Shooting Percentage		Better than 50%	
  Efficiency of contribution

Greg Buckner		Games Played / Rebounds		72 + / 5 + per game	
  Be aggressive and healthy

Adrian Griffin		Steals				1.25 - 1.5 per game
  Be disruptive on D

Evan Eschmeyer		Defensive Rebounds		3 + per 15 minutes
  Contribute to the cause

Donnell Harvey		Free Throw Shooting		+ 66%
  Demonstrate competency

Eduardo Najera		Impact Plays			More than one
  Make a difference.

Others			Game Played			As few as possible
  Keep the big guns healthy

Don Nelson		Wins				53 + regular season
  Home court in the 1st round