` ` We certainly missed Kaman's shot-blocking ability.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com] Reference

Ottawa is among the league's best shot-blocking teams.    From Wordnik.com.  [A look at the first-round NHL Eastern Conference matchups] Reference

And shot-blocking is not the only part of defense at which.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com - Connecticut's Okafor goes above, beyond] Reference

Has solid rebounding techniques and shot-blocking instincts.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com] Reference

` ` We missed his shot-blocking and his control of the paint.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com] Reference

He was known for his height and prolific shot-blocking ability.    From Wordnik.com.  [Manute Bol Dead: Dies At 47 From Stevens-Johnson Syndrome] Reference

It also welcomed back veteran shot-blocking center Theo Ratliff.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com] Reference

Long arms and shot-blocking ability should add depth to Magic frontcourt.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com] Reference

THE GOOD NEWS: Center David Foster and his fabulous shot-blocking returns.    From Wordnik.com.  [Utah - Team Notes] Reference

I am also impressed with Josh Sankes 'inside play and shot-blocking ability.    From Wordnik.com.  [NCAA Men's Basketball - Holy Cross vs. Kentucky] Reference

He complements Ben Wallace defensively with his shot-blocking and rebounding.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com - Changes in store for Pistons?] Reference

O'Bryant, who will bring shot-blocking and rebounding, which are major needs.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com] Reference

That's critical for the Heat, who lack a shot-blocking presence in the paint.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com - Heat's Alston makes NBA his new playground] Reference

Or Detroit's Ben Wallace, leader of the league in rebounding and shot-blocking.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com - Eastern Conference frat party set to kick off] Reference

He's scoring around the basket, his defense, his shot-blocking -- he was tough.    From Wordnik.com.  [National Basketball Association - 76ers vs. Wizards] Reference

We had a hard time on in the inside offensively against excellent shot-blocking.    From Wordnik.com.  [NCAA Men's Basketball - Holy Cross vs. Kentucky] Reference

It didn't take long for Noah's shot-blocking prowess to get into the Bruins 'heads.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com - UCLA rejected, dejected in loss to Florida] Reference

Ben Wallace was controlled the defensive end with his rebounding and shot-blocking.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com] Reference

SHORTCOMINGS: Pachulia is not a great athlete, so shot-blocking is not his strength.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com] Reference

Anton Volchenkov: Many teams are looking for a shutdown guy with shot-blocking ability.    From Wordnik.com.  [Blue-line blueprint: The most intriguing free-agent defensemen] Reference

That might not be too hard with a shot-blocking, rebounding warrior such as Ben Wallace.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com - Ranking all 29: The best still in West] Reference

` ` (We didn't have) an inside presence as far as shot-blocking and a low post presence.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com] Reference

Very athletic for his size, Hamga is a shot-blocking force and can score with a jump hook.    From Wordnik.com.  [The Breakdown: 2008 Centers] Reference

New York gambles on an underachieving native son to give it some muscle and shot-blocking.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com] Reference

They form the league's top shot-blocking tandem and make the Pistons 'defense impenetrable.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com - Pistons force Pacers to cope with rejection] Reference

Working in the Pistons 'favor is their second line of defense — the shot-blocking Wallace.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com - Detroit Pistons (1) vs. Philadelphia 76ers (4)] Reference

Despite making some defensive strides, Florida still lacks a shot-blocking presence at the rim.    From Wordnik.com.  [Florida - Team Notes] Reference

Hakim Warrick Will help the Grizzles right away with rebounding, shot-blocking and athleticism.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com] Reference

POSITIVES: West's rebounding and shot-blocking productiveness was remarkable at the college level.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com] Reference

Falker could be a difference-maker inside with his shot-blocking ability and doublt-digit scoring.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com] Reference

Walker will draw Martin away from the basket, taking away some of Martin's shot-blocking abilities.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com] Reference

Coach Red Auerbach, acknowledging the rookie center's shot-blocking and passing skills, changed his approach.    From Wordnik.com.  [On Boston's Bench, Red Just Talked] Reference

Profile: Should be able to provide immediate help with his strong rebounding and shot-blocking abilities.    From Wordnik.com.  [Center player profiles] Reference

Noah, a 6-11 sophomore center/forward, put on a shot-blocking clinic, rejecting six shots and altering many more.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com - UCLA rejected, dejected in loss to Florida] Reference

The shot-blocking specialist probably will get the starting job he craves next season, and he's eager for the opportunity.    From Wordnik.com.  [USATODAY.com - Warriors re-sign Foyle for six years, $42 million] Reference