THE KNACK for preventing a dunk and the ability to force opponents out of the paint are two of the more significant ways to measure a shot blocker's talent. According to 82games.com, these were the league leaders (through Sunday) in blocked dunks and deterrent factor, which shows how frequently opponents attempt inside shots when a certain player is on the floor. BLOCKED DUNKS Emeka Okafor, Bobcats 12 Alonzo Mourning, Heat 11 Amar� Stoudemire, Suns 6 Joel Przybilla, Trail Blazers 5 Kevin Garnett, Timberwolves 4 DETERRENT FACTOR Dikembe Mutombo, Rockets 26.0% Brendan Haywood, Wizards 29.0%  
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