Steals generate excitement for fans of all ages.
Fast breaks are often the result of these takeaways, whether they come from a tipped pass, a defender's anticipation or a combination of things that create havoc. And steals are a stat that help measure a player's hustle and productivity.
In the bj-league this season (through Sunday), six players are averaging 2.0 or more steals per game, thus making that figure the key benchmark for current excellence in this category.