So he looks forward to the recommendation that he gets from his commanders through Secretary Gates.

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That might have contributed to his 38 percent shooting against Boston, but he's making no excuses as he gets set to match up against another bigger forward in David West.

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He gets his chance with Andries Bekker injured and versatile loose-forward Danie Rossouw struggling with concussion.

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