Creighton, Thur Dec. 31, 2pm, FS1 & 970 AM

[paultzman]

Felix Balamou (foot) has practiced this week, expected to play in Big East opener against Creighton Thursday, per source

From Zach B tweet

 

[salty dog]

7 point dogs.

I don't ever recall being that big of an underdog at AH/CA. Of course, that number will be passed next week.

I don't believe they've ever lost three straight at Carnesecca. That may be new territory also.

 

[monte]

I have an extra ticket if anyone wants it.

 

[Joeche]

I'll be attending as well, and would love a spot to grab a few pre and post game beers now that Sly Fox is gone.

Try Aquista Trattoria 178-01 Union Turnpike. There are always some fans there and sometimes Coach Carnesecca stops by before games. Food is good.

Is it walking distance?

Food is very good and yes, it is in walking distance of the campus.

 

[cappy105]

spread is 8 1/2....they have 4 guys that can drain the three ball....our 3 pt defense is HORRIBLE. We need to play man defense and not allow the open three or else they will kill us. Also we need to establish high % shots and drive underneath ( Balamou ) and create fouls...and most importantly, MAKE FREE THROWS! sorry had to throw in my input before the game....go johnnies!!!!

 

[paultzman]

spread is 8 1/2....they have 4 guys that can drain the three ball....our 3 pt defense is HORRIBLE. We need to play man defense and not allow the open three or else they will kill us. Also we need to establish high % shots and drive underneath ( Balamou ) and create fouls...and most importantly, MAKE FREE THROWS! sorry had to throw in my input before the game....go johnnies!!!!

What is upside of making free throws?

 

[redmen2014champs]

Do you still have the extra ticket? Need 1 last ticket for my kid. Thanks.

 

[Andrew]

If you are at the game. Be loud.

 

[true 3 blue]

Refs calling a ton of ticky tack fouls.

 

[true 3 blue]

... However, Groselle is killing any and everyone on the inside.

 

[MJDinkins]

... However, Groselle is killing any and everyone on the inside.

We gotta do a better job moving our feet. Groselle is just feeling the defender and quickly making his move.

 

[Jack Williams]

Ellison is too slow to really blow by people covering him, so he needs to start learning to use his strength more Carmelo style, he will get there

 

[Andrew]

Defense not the problem. Offense is.

 

[thetux1]

Defense not the problem. Offense is.

Everything is a problem

 

[otis]

Defense not the problem. Offense is.

Everything is a problem

Sima is not a problem.

 

[Jack Williams]

I'm watching Mo Watson run up and down the court thinking damn wish the player we have that is like him was eligible

 

[Andrew]

Defense not the problem. Offense is.

Everything is a problem

Sima is not a problem.

Holding Creighton to 33 points in a half is very good. Scoring 29 against them is not.

 

[Jack Williams]

Defense not the problem. Offense is.

Everything is a problem

Sima is not a problem.

Holding Creighton to 33 points in a half is very good. Scoring 29 against them is not.

Talent isn't there on the offensive end, their effort this game has been great though, so I'm not gonna complain. Enjoyable game so far

 

[Andrew]

Defense not the problem. Offense is.

Everything is a problem

Sima is not a problem.

Holding Creighton to 33 points in a half is very good. Scoring 29 against them is not.

Talent isn't there on the offensive end, their effort this game has been great though, so I'm not gonna complain. Enjoyable game so far

Agree but they aren't going to get too many chances like this so I wish they could take advantage. I hope Creighton doesn't got hot from 3 in the second half.

 

[redfanO10101ll]

Defense not the problem. Offense is.

Everything is a problem

Sima is not a problem.

Holding Creighton to 33 points in a half is very good. Scoring 29 against them is not.

Talent isn't there on the offensive end, their effort this game has been great though, so I'm not gonna complain. Enjoyable game so far

Yep. The offense is pretty ugly but I also really like the hustle so far. Playing scrappy and one of the first times this year I've been happy with the perimeter defense. Creighton is always going to shoot them but also we're getting a hand in their face. No painfully wide open looks.

Also, I love Yakwe's energy but if he can just get that FT% up he'd be way more effective for us. I trust he will, but frustrating to watch a guy work so hard and not be able to knock those down.