Rebound (basketball)
statistic awarded to a basketball player who retrieves the ball after a missed shot
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Players position themselves in the best spot to get the rebound by "boxing out"—i.e., by positioning themselves between an opponent and the basket, and maintaining body contact with the player he is guarding. The action can also be called "blocking out". A team can be boxed out by several players using this technique to stop the other team from rebounding. Because fighting for a rebound can be very physical, rebounding is often regarded as "grunt work" or a "hustle" play. Overly aggressive boxing out or preventing being boxed out can lead to personal fouls.
Statistics
changeDennis rodman is considered the rebounding GOAT, while Kevin Garnett has the most rebounds all time.