1.   And all this rookie knew was that it was absolutely necessary to do so.

2.   For sure, no other rookie knows the hardships Odom has seen.

3.   Golden State rookie Troy Murphy knew it would be tough in his first year in the NBA.

4.   If there is one thing that this surprising rookie knows, it is how to make an impression.

5.   After two series without a first down, coach Bruce Coslet went to Covington for the final series because the other rookie knew the offense better.