Creighton, Tue. Jan. 23, 8:30p, FS1/970AM

After this game, what's left to be said? I guess who is coming and going when the season ends, and thar's about it.
 
How bad was it in Jamaica?  On a mild January night with our self respect on the line the snoring crowd in Carnesecca Mausoleum sat in bewilderment as St. John's missed 12 straight shots on a variety of off balance shots forced by a well "coached" and prepared Creighton team in the first 5 minutes of the game after hitting the first shot of the game.  Whatever the game plan was by Mullin it was obvious none of the players were hearing any of it.  Ponds continued taking 30 foot shots, Owens continued playing 20 feet from the basket, Clark continued to foul on impulse, and, if I could ever figure out what Bashir Ahmed's role is I would shout it from rafters.  He continues to be a non factor and one of the lowest IQ players in the program's history. 
As far as our vaulted improved defense, please note that does not include guarding the 3 point shooter.  A milk fed 6'10 Blue Jay noted for shooting almost only 3's was consistently left unguarded on the perimeter.  Mullin’s huddle doesn't seem to address individual defensive player assignments.  Or, perhaps, the players couldn't hear him over the roar of the crowd. 
The second half run started around the  10 minute mark when Shamorie joined the walking wounded on the bench, never to return.  It didn't seem to upset him given his lack of interest after getting wrapped.  His absence and mindless 30 foot shots actually forced to team to play more team ball and Simon was terrific in the comeback. 
In the end, St. John's doesn't have a go-to star for points.  Clark is strictly an outside shooter and Owens' use on the inside in the offensive sets seems almost an afterthought by the staff.  Trimble played admirably but has no ability to take his player either off the dribble or a step back move like  Foster.  Again, contributions from the bench other than Trimble were non existent. But perhaps the greatest contribution on the bench was the absence of Marcus LoVett.  Whomever signs and comes on board next year will have mucho opportunity to play, especially on the front line, where Clark and Owens refuse to play in the offense.
At this point all I can say is on to the next loss. That the last possible win may be against fellow Vincentian funky DePaul is truly disappointing but perhaps not as disappointing as the possibility of no longer being able to read Big East Boards. Where will I ever get material to plagiarize ever again? As for another former nemesis Marco Baldi, master shit stirrer on JJ, he has heard from a well placed source inside the Port Authority men's room of a possible extension for Mullin. He is 100% correct. Anton Goff has authorized a requisition for the purchase of a Sears Craftsman 30 foot Cord Reel extension.
But seriously, kudos to those players that played hard. Special kudos to the one player that played both hard and smart.
 
Ponds had what appeared to be an ice pack on his right knee.

Simon tried to carry the team and almost did.. Creighton if they missed the front end of the last 1 and 1, would have had a chance to tie. Yakwe and Amar sat a lot

So undermanned it was silly. Could only imagine the season a t full strength.

6 players liked a Twitter post about when fans turn on you. Yes, they read the crap here
 
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Shamorie Ponds got kneed in quad during game. Will get treatment tomorrow. #sjubb

He also mentioned in another tweet that Yakwe hurt his ankle (which I actually think happened in the Georgetown game).
 
How bad was it in Jamaica?  On a mild January night with our self respect on the line the snoring crowd in Carnesecca Mausoleum sat in bewilderment as St. John's missed 12 straight shots on a variety of off balance shots forced by a well "coached" and prepared Creighton team in the first 5 minutes of the game after hitting the first shot of the game.  Whatever the game plan was by Mullin it was obvious none of the players were hearing any of it.  Ponds continued taking 30 foot shots, Owens continued playing 20 feet from the basket, Clark continued to foul on impulse, and, if I could ever figure out what Bashir Ahmed's role is I would shout it from rafters.  He continues to be a non factor and one of the lowest IQ players in the program's history. 
As far as our vaulted improved defense, please note that does not include guarding the 3 point shooter.  A milk fed 6'10 Blue Jay noted for shooting almost only 3's was consistently left unguarded on the perimeter.  Mullin’s huddle doesn't seem to address individual defensive player assignments.  Or, perhaps, the players couldn't hear him over the roar of the crowd. 
The second half run started around the  10 minute mark when Shamorie joined the walking wounded on the bench, never to return.  It didn't seem to upset him given his lack of interest after getting wrapped.  His absence and mindless 30 foot shots actually forced to team to play more team ball and Simon was terrific in the comeback. 
In the end, St. John's doesn't have a go-to star for points.  Clark is strictly an outside shooter and Owens' use on the inside in the offensive sets seems almost an afterthought by the staff.  Trimble played admirably but has no ability to take his player either off the dribble or a step back move like  Foster.  Again, contributions from the bench other than Trimble were non existent. But perhaps the greatest contribution on the bench was the absence of Marcus LoVett.  Whomever signs and comes on board next year will have mucho opportunity to play, especially on the front line, where Clark and Owens refuse to play in the offense.
At this point all I can say is on to the next loss. That the last possible win may be against fellow Vincentian funky DePaul is truly disappointing but perhaps not as disappointing as the possibility of no longer being able to read Big East Boards. Where will I ever get material to plagiarize ever again? As for another former nemesis Marco Baldi, master shit stirrer on JJ, he has heard from a well placed source inside the Port Authority men's room of a possible extension for Mullin. He is 100% correct. Anton Goff has authorized a requisition for the purchase of a Sears Craftsman 30 foot Cord Reel extension.
But seriously, kudos to those players that played hard. Special kudos to the one player that played both hard and smart.
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DePaul, did you say DePaul???
Didn't they smack us in Carnesecca by 17?
In year 3 we're still the worst in the B.E. Thought he said: "We're gonna turn this thing around."?
That's a damn joke.
 
How bad was it in Jamaica?  On a mild January night with our self respect on the line the snoring crowd in Carnesecca Mausoleum sat in bewilderment as St. John's missed 12 straight shots on a variety of off balance shots forced by a well "coached" and prepared Creighton team in the first 5 minutes of the game after hitting the first shot of the game.  Whatever the game plan was by Mullin it was obvious none of the players were hearing any of it.  Ponds continued taking 30 foot shots, Owens continued playing 20 feet from the basket, Clark continued to foul on impulse, and, if I could ever figure out what Bashir Ahmed's role is I would shout it from rafters.  He continues to be a non factor and one of the lowest IQ players in the program's history. 
As far as our vaulted improved defense, please note that does not include guarding the 3 point shooter.  A milk fed 6'10 Blue Jay noted for shooting almost only 3's was consistently left unguarded on the perimeter.  Mullin’s huddle doesn't seem to address individual defensive player assignments.  Or, perhaps, the players couldn't hear him over the roar of the crowd. 
The second half run started around the  10 minute mark when Shamorie joined the walking wounded on the bench, never to return.  It didn't seem to upset him given his lack of interest after getting wrapped.  His absence and mindless 30 foot shots actually forced to team to play more team ball and Simon was terrific in the comeback. 
In the end, St. John's doesn't have a go-to star for points.  Clark is strictly an outside shooter and Owens' use on the inside in the offensive sets seems almost an afterthought by the staff.  Trimble played admirably but has no ability to take his player either off the dribble or a step back move like  Foster.  Again, contributions from the bench other than Trimble were non existent. But perhaps the greatest contribution on the bench was the absence of Marcus LoVett.  Whomever signs and comes on board next year will have mucho opportunity to play, especially on the front line, where Clark and Owens refuse to play in the offense.
At this point all I can say is on to the next loss. That the last possible win may be against fellow Vincentian funky DePaul is truly disappointing but perhaps not as disappointing as the possibility of no longer being able to read Big East Boards. Where will I ever get material to plagiarize ever again? As for another former nemesis Marco Baldi, master shit stirrer on JJ, he has heard from a well placed source inside the Port Authority men's room of a possible extension for Mullin. He is 100% correct. Anton Goff has authorized a requisition for the purchase of a Sears Craftsman 30 foot Cord Reel extension.
But seriously, kudos to those players that played hard. Special kudos to the one player that played both hard and smart.
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DePaul, did you say DePaul???
Didn't they smack us in Carnesecca by 17?
In year 3 we're still the worst in the B.E. Thought he said: "We're gonna turn this thing around."?
That's a damn joke.
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It will be done. These kids are fighters. We will prevail.
 
Feel badly for the kids. You could see they were feeling pressure based on today’s NY Post article. Lots of nervous energy and hugs just prior to tip-off.

Creighton came in with a good game plan based on our predictability. Double teamed Ponds on every on ball screen. We didn’t adapt and then were allowed to waste numerous trips ending with bad shots.

Felt good about tonight’s game. But, alas, onto Butler. Frustrating to be looking toward November prematurely - again.
 
Guess we can assume there is bad blood between staff/team and Lovett. Unless he is no longer at school, why wouldn’t he be at games.
 

Comes down to this all the players on the floor were Mullins and staff recruits. They have not been up to big east talent thats on staff judgement recruiting
 
Guess we can assume there is bad blood between staff/team and Lovett. Unless he is no longer at school, why wouldn’t he be at games.
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LoVett tweeted positive sentiments during the Georgetown game. If there is bad blood, it appears to be a recent development.
 
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