He never got past the thinking stage last year. When players learn to react and trust their mechanics and instincts, the growth isn’t just gradual…it’s exponential.
^^This, 1000%
not doubting he will be successful... dont think anyone on the board would argue that... just didnt see what one would expect to see in a freshman season from a player to justify an expected "explosive" sophmore year...
With the erratic way Pitino coached last year, which was reflected in erratic performances from 5th year players. I am curious with what you expected to see from freshmen who even had less defined roles.
I agree. Having 17 different starting line-ups was almost as detrimental to us missing the NCAA as no beating any tournament team. NIL and rapid fire transfers make it harder to form a long term cohesive unit. It’s a whole different ball game and the players and coaches have to be able to adjust even if it means eating a little crow.
I guess it depends on what you're looking for. The mental stuff doesn't bother me...yeah, I hoped he would've come along a little quicker but as I said, when you're not allowed to play through mistakes you start playing not to make mistakes. But the physical gifts...hoo boy. He was at a noticeably different level than anyone on last years team. The speed with the ball in his hand, the explosiveness, the elevation on the jumper, the stroke. Brady had a few nice games shooting the ball (with that flat-ass jumper that had to be re-tooled). Talent-wise he's not in the same solar system as Sim, so I would respectfully disagree with you on who showed more likelihood to make the leap this year. By the end of the year it was obvious.
