The Commerce Tradewinds didn't need a lot of change, although they decided to cut their losses with Midnight after two years of service, turning to celebrity rookie Lorde to fill the slot. This move has proven beneficial for both sides, with Midnight working well with the Westside Rockers while Lorde dazzles for the Tradewinds in her first season. The Tradewinds are currently in 4th place on a 22-10 overall record. They are strong regardless of venue, going 10-4 at home and 12-6 on the road thus far. Also to their benefit, they have a lot of division games left, having played to a 5-2 record in the weak Center Division already. With 13 more division games, the Tradewinds have a good chance of maintaining their spot.
The team as a whole produces 1697 points per game in a massive onslaught of offense many opponents cannot keep up with. Their longtime captain Tigerette is central to much of this, accounting for 512 points per game, good for 30% of the offense at a consistency rate just over 1.5. This often buries opponents early, but right behind Tigerette is the loyal Ice Cream, who produces another 411 per game herself. Because of Tigerette's hefty offense, Ice Cream clocks in with only 24% of the offense, but at a consistency of about 1.7, making her a steady force in the middle of the lineup. Lionel produces similar results, scoring 412 a game for 24.5% of the offense and a consistency just under 2.0, making the Tradewinds middle duo one of the best in the league. At the rear is Lorde, who scores almost 362 per game as a rookie, with a consistency near 1.6. Lorde only accounts for 21.5% of the offense, but she's not often asked to do much beyond holding down the fort. With a potent offense and a consistent team, the Tradewinds are in little danger of relinquishing their playoff position, and they could be poised for special things in the postseason.
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