Dorian Finney-Smith's Salute: A Gesture of Respect and Resilience

Dennis Rodman wasn’t the tallest, strongest, or most athletic player on the court, yet he dominated the boards like no one else in NBA history. His rebounding wasn’t just about hustle—it was SCIENCE, STRATEGY, and INSANE DEDICATION!
For years, fans and players have wondered: What was Rodman’s secret? Now, his rebounding trick has finally been uncovered!
Rodman wasn’t just chasing the ball—he was studying it like a scientist. Here’s how he did it:
✅ Ball Trajectory Study π – He spent HOURS watching film, memorizing how different shooters’ shots bounced off the rim. He could predict where the ball would land before it even hit the hoop!
✅ Angle Calculation π – Rodman would track the ball’s speed, spin, and angle to determine the perfect rebounding spot—like a real-life physics experiment in action!
✅ Body Positioning π️♂️ – Instead of outjumping opponents, he used leverage, quick footwork, and strategic bumping to push bigger guys out of position.
✅ Jump Timing π°️ – Instead of jumping immediately, he would delay his leap by milliseconds to grab the ball at its highest point when others were already coming down!
✅ Tip Rebounding π€² – If he couldn’t secure the ball immediately, he would tip it to himself multiple times until he had full control.
Rodman memorized EVERY shooter’s tendencies in the NBA. He knew:
π How Michael Jordan’s fadeaway bounced differently than Larry Bird’s.
π The difference between a Magic Johnson pass and a Shaq miss.
π Which arenas had looser or tighter rims, affecting rebounds.
He even asked his teammates to purposely miss shots in practice so he could study the rebounds! Who does that?!
Rodman didn’t just beat players physically—he got in their heads!
π 7x NBA rebounding champion
π Averaged 18.7 rebounds per game in 1991-92
π€― Had 20+ rebounds in a game over 159 times!
πͺ Once grabbed 34 rebounds in a single game!
At just 6'7" and 210 lbs, Rodman was snagging boards over 7-foot giants like Shaquille O’Neal and Patrick Ewing!
People think Rodman just outworked everyone. But the truth is, he was a basketball scientist who used data, footwork, and psychology to become the greatest rebounder ever.
What do YOU think? Was Rodman’s rebounding dominance more skill or effort? Drop your thoughts below! ππ₯