Not sure whether we are better this year than last. Time will provide the clear answer.
Last year we seemed more reliant on the perimeter game; this year we seem to enjoy scoring in the paint (when we are not missing bunnies). Last year we seemed to be a finesse team; this year we seem to be more physical. Last year we seemed to struggle at time gathering rebounds; this year we seem more consistent going after the ball. Last year we seemed to have many more defensive lapses; this year we seem to like our defensive identity.
Yes our three point shooting is (at times) missing in action; but our shot selection seems solid and the form of the shooters appear solid. I like the odds that our over all percentage will improve as the season wears on. We shall see, I guess.