@Marquette, Sat. Jan. 9, 2pm, YES(FSN) & 570 AM
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redfanO10101ll
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Pure fanboy speculation on my part, but here's my reasoning: In addition to his size, his athleticism appears to be on a whole other level from guys like Amar or CJ. I share your concerns about his weight but I think he'll bulk up a little. Even if he doesn't though, he blocks shots and finishes around the basket. He's a true big as opposed to Amar whose ability to shoot won't be very valuable next year. Also as much as I love the energy he brings, Amar is pretty bad defensively. That being said, nobody has seen the guy play too much since HS (didn't get many minutes at Tennessee) so your point is well taken, who really knows for sure?redmen.com hype machine. We are great at that
For what it's worth, here's what Matt A said about Owens on Twitter the other day:
how does the staff see Owens fitting into the mix?
...makes shots, can stretch defense, high level athlete, another rim protector. Very excited about him
I liked Russell, but he was basically a one-dimensional player whose game never developed. As a freshmen, he had 23 blocks, but in his senior year (and granted, some other bigs were on the team by then), he had totaled six blocks all season. Yakwe had six blocks today.
But you were "classless" enough to attack me for my own opinion of Willard and Seton Hall. Hypocritical much.
By the way, the powerball probably will soar to slightly over a billion dollars by Wednesday. Go play it. You may have a better chance of winning it than Willard has of "building a program" at the Hall.
beast of the east
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Surprisingly competitive yesterday but for guys who have been around this program for a long time (seems like 90% of the posters here) remember that nearly every patsy we played at Alumni Hall put up a good fight until the last quarter of the game where SJU would slowly take control and play well when it counted.
A game like yesterday raises hopes that there are a few serviceable players on this roster, and maybe even appropriately so.
Glad Yakwe is getting serious minutes after getting restricted time of late. There's a future for this kid, and getting court time will help him immensely.
When I saw Marquette playing man (I snuck in from the garage doing some chores 8-9 times), I knew it would not be a banner day for Mussini. Unless we run a crisp offense that will spring him off screen for open looks, blanketing him in a man kills his effectiveness. On the plus side he is actually looking like a point guard, with a credible handle and head always up. Maybe Frank Alagia is talking to him.
Ellison proving doubters here were premature in their declarations that he doesn't belong at D1. Good for him.
C. Jones showing why Lavin buried him on the bench on an NCAA team. His stat line has shrunk in BE competition, and he has had every opportunity to show he can play.
Nice stat line from Durand, but were bolstered by two very late 3's after the outcome was sealed. They may have been of the "Get mine" variety, but that may be harsh. Still, a good hustler, and a good game from him.
You'd have expected with a 3 guard starting lineup that Felix would be crashing the boards, which was sorely needed. He came up empty 0. I just don't know what you can pencil him in for, except enormous hustle and energy, which isn't a bad thing at all.
First look at Ellenson - my gosh did Marquette grab a plum. My guess is that Wisconsin didn't get him because Ryan was honest about his intentions to retire.
Considering what we gave up in height, a really nice effort by our guys. I don't think the home court would change the outcome, but perhaps you can move Marquette into the column of teams we could beat at home if all goes right.
A game like yesterday raises hopes that there are a few serviceable players on this roster, and maybe even appropriately so.
Glad Yakwe is getting serious minutes after getting restricted time of late. There's a future for this kid, and getting court time will help him immensely.
When I saw Marquette playing man (I snuck in from the garage doing some chores 8-9 times), I knew it would not be a banner day for Mussini. Unless we run a crisp offense that will spring him off screen for open looks, blanketing him in a man kills his effectiveness. On the plus side he is actually looking like a point guard, with a credible handle and head always up. Maybe Frank Alagia is talking to him.
Ellison proving doubters here were premature in their declarations that he doesn't belong at D1. Good for him.
C. Jones showing why Lavin buried him on the bench on an NCAA team. His stat line has shrunk in BE competition, and he has had every opportunity to show he can play.
Nice stat line from Durand, but were bolstered by two very late 3's after the outcome was sealed. They may have been of the "Get mine" variety, but that may be harsh. Still, a good hustler, and a good game from him.
You'd have expected with a 3 guard starting lineup that Felix would be crashing the boards, which was sorely needed. He came up empty 0. I just don't know what you can pencil him in for, except enormous hustle and energy, which isn't a bad thing at all.
First look at Ellenson - my gosh did Marquette grab a plum. My guess is that Wisconsin didn't get him because Ryan was honest about his intentions to retire.
Considering what we gave up in height, a really nice effort by our guys. I don't think the home court would change the outcome, but perhaps you can move Marquette into the column of teams we could beat at home if all goes right.
Marquette recap:http://www.bigeastboards.com/
Russell came here a much more skilled player and finished product. Yakwe much more raw but more athletic and with a ton of upside. Russell's lack of improvement over his four years reminds me a lot of Zendon's four years. Both seemed to have peaked as freshmen.
For the few games Yakwe played. He seems like he is really improving. Forced to play C against Marquettes bigs, what did he have 10 rebounds and 6 blocks? W Sima out he will get a ton of minutes. Next year a 4 and 5 of Yakwe and Sima looks real good and the following year great. Throw in the German kid , who I think is a younger , but better version of Amar and Owens and things are looking up in the big dept. Unfortunately ,I think Jones and Amar should only get maybe 10 min each off the bench on a good team. The other side of the coin is Amar will be a Jr. And Jones a Sr.. We will see how the experience stacks up vs the German kids talent, but youth.
JackofVirginia
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Not really, he reminds me more of Walter Berry in low with a soft touch.
Monte you know I love you but I wish to clarify a few things. Russell was a MCAA and a 6 7 great athlete. Yakwe is the identical size and also a great athlete but not a top 20 high school player. Both Russell and Zendon peaked their sophomore/ junior seasons. Russell was first team BE in 1982 when the league was great and filled with star talent. He was second team BE when he graduated in 1983. He did improve but did not become the complete player he could have or that we fans hoped he would become. Yakwe if he is well coached and works like a Trojan could become a great player down the road. At present he seems better as a freshman than Russell was as a senior defensively but his offence is far behind. As we all know defense is based on effort. If yakwe will put the same effort into his offence as he does with his defence he will be a hell of a baller. Another reason why I believe Yakwe will improve is that as of next season we will be two deep at every position with serious talent. Practices will be spirited and challenging. Every player will improve if they remain with the program. Unfortunately for Russell and Zendon they had no one to properly challenge them at their position at SJU. That fact hindered their development IMHO.