1.   From the start, Dallas controlled the tempo of the game.

2.   Although the Kings controlled the tempo, Storr flourished when challenged, playing the way the club hoped when it handed him the starting job this season.

3.   Arguably as important is how Reades helps UNT control the tempo.

4.   Before the Bulls began controlling the tempo and taking the Knicks out of their offense with constant pressure, the opening moments bespoke a once-proud rivalry.

5.   After that, the Revolution controlled the tempo for much of the contest and were only stopped by some spectacular saves by goalkeeper Jurgen Sommer.

6.   But more important, Jerro said, Northridge must control the tempo by doing the opposite of what Colorado State does.

7.   But they slowed it down and controlled the tempo of the game.

8.   By playing stifling man-to-man defense and pounding the boards, Michigan State also was able to control the tempo of the game.

9.   Carolina likely will try to control the tempo against the fast-paced Wildcats.

10.   Colorado controlled the tempo of the game and made the normally defensive Stars play catch-up.