Kudos Posh

Per Jon Rothstein
They're not the exact same player, but Posh Alexander is having the same type of impact for St. John's that Levance Fields had years ago at Pitt. Has turned into the Red Storm's "identity guy".
 
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Forget about Posh's stat line for a minute.   When was the last time you remember one of our guys who are worth watching just for the relentless defense he plays?    I am hard pressed to think of anyone we've had who puts in that kind of effort end to end of defense.   He dogs his man, usually the ballhandler from the beginning of the possession until a shot goes up, and still manage to grab more than his share of defensive rebounds.   Amazing motor and he just doesn't seem to get winded.
 
All I can say about Posh is I'm glad he's on our team.  Think about what he's going to be like as an upperclassman. Furthermore, he is going to be an all time fan favorite. Like DLO he has the heart of a lion.
 
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According to the NCAA Men's basketball web site, Posh is number 7 in the country in steals per game at 2.72. That includes the Marquette game. And he is the only Freshman in the top 16 in steals in D1!

And he's first in the BE in steals and again is the only Frosh in the top 15. As so many have already said, I am so glad he is on our team!  Excellent recruiting by CMA!
 
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Whoever compared Posh to the Providence guard John Linehan defensively, is spot on. That guy clung to you like glue, just like Posh. He's our Gary "The Glove" Payton, who we almost got here.

I am trying to remember was Boston College's Michael Adams a glue defender too, or I am remembering another BC guard that defended like that?
 
Tonyinfairfield " post=416160 said:
According to the NCAA Men's basketball web site, Posh is number 7 in the country in steals per game at 2.72. That includes the Marquette game. And he is the only Freshman in the top 16 in steals in D1!

And he's first in the BE in steals and again is the only Frosh in the top 15. As so many have already said, I am so glad he is on our team!  Excellent recruiting by CMA!
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There are a few types of steals, in my book.   The first is playing the passing lanes.  That takes anticipation, and good decision making because a bad decision is a costly high risk decision.   Then there are the swipes from behind, also risky because you can get lost on D committing yourself.   Double team pressure is another that just rattles the crap out of the offensive player.   For some reason I think me most difficult is to take it away from a guard off his dribble when you are guarding him.   It takes incredibly quick hands, and great timing to go after the ball at precisely the offensive players most vulnerable time - like just when it leaves his hand on the dribble.   Posh seems to have perfected a few of these, but its really damned impressive when he just takes the ball away from a guard while they are dribbling.
 
Now that he's developing a reputation for being a top pocket picker, he's likely going to receive greater benefit of the doubt from refs on reach-ins and aggressive/pestering defense. Win-win. 
 
Matty Hoops" post=416176 said:
Now that he's developing a reputation for being a top pocket picker, he's likely going to receive greater benefit of the doubt from refs on reach-ins and aggressive/pestering defense. Win-win. 
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Already he seems to be nose to nose with the guy he is guarding all the way up the court, and is pretty adept at avoiding the whistle.
 
Beast of the East" post=416094 said:
Forget about Posh's stat line for a minute.   When was the last time you remember one of our guys who are worth watching just for the relentless defense he plays?    I am hard pressed to think of anyone we've had who puts in that kind of effort end to end of defense.   He dogs his man, usually the ballhandler from the beginning of the possession until a shot goes up, and still manage to grab more than his share of defensive rebounds.   Amazing motor and he just doesn't seem to get winded.
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+1000 he changes the game.Both he and Dunn can wreck a game plan
 
Matty Hoops" post=416176 said:
Now that he's developing a reputation for being a top pocket picker, he's likely going to receive greater benefit of the doubt from refs on reach-ins and aggressive/pestering defense. Win-win. 
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Great point
 
The past two games, Posh has literally abused Gillespie and Carton. Two highly touted nationally regarded point guards. Stats show Carton shot 3-11 from the field, 0-3 from three and 5 turnovers.
Posh countered with 15 points, 6 steals, 3 assists, 2-4 from three.

Last night, Gillespie shot 2-12 from the field, 0-8 from three and 6 turnovers.
Posh registered 16 points, 6 assists, 3 steals, 2-4 from three.

Posh is a game changer, totally disrupting the opponents offensive game plan, while becoming a threat on offense himself. His perimeter game has elevated him and it won't be long before he is the nationally regarded point guard.
 
And only freshmen, obviously both thriving under CMA, but also kudos to their OSL & Lightning coaches who obviously gave them a great foundation. Very savvy duo.

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espken" post=417025 said:
The past two games, Posh has literally abused Gillespie and Carton. Two highly touted nationally regarded point guards. Stats show Carton shot 3-11 from the field, 0-3 from three and 5 turnovers.
Posh countered with 15 points, 6 steals, 3 assists, 2-4 from three.

Last night, Gillespie shot 2-12 from the field, 0-8 from three and 6 turnovers.
Posh registered 16 points, 6 assists, 3 steals, 2-4 from three.

Posh is a game changer, totally disrupting the opponents offensive game plan, while becoming a threat on offense himself. His perimeter game has elevated him and it won't be long before he is the nationally regarded point guard.
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#bigeast point guards Vs @PoshAlexander the last 5 games are shooting just 37.3% and turning it over 3.4 times a game. That’s your Big East Defensive POY #sjubb
 
The fact that he is now consistantly knocking down the 3 ball is tremendously helping his offensive game.  This kid is a gamer.  Wright must be kicking himslef for not recruiting this kid.  HAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHA
 
After a preseason long intrasquad scrimmage at practice, cma came off the court and said calmly but enthusiastically, "Posh had 13 assists and zero turnovers today.   This guy can be special."

I can't hoist tremendous accolades on him yet because as I see it, he has much higher ceiling and lots of room for improvement. But it's clear he's special in a way we haven't seen here in maybe forever.
 
Pressey said in the interview that Posh has the best hands he's seen in his life.  This is coming from a good NBA player.  Posh is special and will be captaining this ship for the next few years.  At this point IMO he's the rookie of the year and defensive POY.  I read all the other teams boards and all are in awe of Posh.  He struck some gold with those two OSL boys.  In addition, we have two good LuHI kids coming in next year and I have a feeling we are going to be very happy with them as well.  
 
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