Like to stay optimistic but man.
Missed uncontested open dunk by a guy 6-10.
Brick open 6-footer.
Am I the only optimistic one?
Young team fought to the end with two of the best teams in the conference. Lot's of mistakes no doubt but I think they are mistakes that can be fixed.
Anyone who thought this team was going to be a well oiled machine was foolish. There was always going to be a learning curve.
Pinnacle was probably west Virginia. Will be a long conference season here for us. Covid might determine a lot too
well I was optimistic for a time there in this team, fun while it lasted. unfortunately expectations for this program seem to be at the basement
Joplin is a stud. More minutes for Joplin. He seems built for the Big East.
Lewis is a stud.
Prosper did much better today.
When Kolek or Cam drive, look to get the pass, not be looking at the rim for a rebound.
Oso looked lost the majority of the game. Out of his league this game.
This team isn't good, unfortunately
Quote from: JamilJaeJamailJrJuan on December 21, 2021, 10:18:41 PM
This team isn't good, unfortunately
What did people expect? A smooth oiled machine this year?
So many idiotic takes in the game thread and then some more here.
Once again just can't shoot
Quote from: NCMUFan on December 21, 2021, 10:18:01 PM
Joplin is a stud. More minutes for Joplin. He seems built for the Big East.
Lewis is a stud.
Prosper did much better today.
When Kolek or Cam drive, look to get the pass, not be looking at the rim for a rebound.
Oso looked lost the majority of the game. Out of his league this game.
Notwithstanding the missed dunk to tie the game at 67, the bottom line is we didn't get enough scoring from our guards tonight. We missed several good shots down rhe stretch but never got a lead which was a killer.
Lmaoing @ people on this website with thousands of posts but not enough common sense/basic knowledge to realize we wouldn't be smooth sailing through top 25 teams all year.
It was a good battle against a good team, all without one of our main players and undisputed leader.
Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on December 21, 2021, 10:22:51 PM
They shot 48% tonight.
good teams, even decent ones, finish the job at home
Quote from: NCMUFan on December 21, 2021, 10:18:01 PM
Joplin is a stud. More minutes for Joplin. He seems built for the Big East.
Lewis is a stud.
Prosper did much better today.
When Kolek or Cam drive, look to get the pass, not be looking at the rim for a rebound.
Oso looked lost the majority of the game. Out of his league this game.
Lewis needs at least 20 touches in the post per game. He was fearless against bigger, longer guys. We went away from that down the stretch.
Really likes what O-Max and Joplin brought tonight.
I'm pumped. within 1 late, and that's without morsell. new guys getting extended minutes and still we're in the game late. very encouraging
The lack of 3 point shooting will kill us all year. Glad we made the adjustment at half to get into the paint, but the scouting report is out on Marquette. Sag off the 3 point line and push our young guys, (Kolek/jones) away from the basket. Lewis is a stud, but he won't be able to do what he did tonight the rest of the year.
Quote from: warriors141 on December 21, 2021, 10:25:12 PM
good teams, even decent ones, finish the job at home
Hard to take you seriously.
Quote from: warriors141 on December 21, 2021, 10:25:12 PM
good teams, even decent ones, finish the job at home
Guess Alabama isn't a decent team
Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on December 21, 2021, 10:26:46 PM
Hard to take you seriously.
every post of yours just rips on people you disagree with. That's fine though, glad to see you are content with where we are at
Quote from: TallTitan34 on December 21, 2021, 10:13:38 PM
Am I the only optimistic one?
Young team fought to the end with two of the best teams in the conference. Lot's of mistakes no doubt but I think they are mistakes that can be fixed.
Anyone who thought this team was going to be a well oiled machine was foolish. There was always going to be a learning curve.
The last two games I've honestly expected us to get blown out. We fought and fought hard. We could be 2-0, but a missed dunk here, poor decision there, lucky shot by an opponent everywhere, and we are 0-2.
As the broadcast guy said, Marquette is playing much better than the 9th best team in the Big East.
I'm not a "moral victory" guy, but honestly, I felt positive about the performance overall. The last two games have been much better than UCLA and St Bonnie, where I was concerned.
The chicken littles squawking after every loss this year are annoying, but you'll never get rid of them. That's life. Some people are just built that way.
But, I agree with you. I have some optimism, and frankly, despite the 0-2 start, I am more optimistic for the rest of this season than I was before those two games were played. The kids are young and they're going to miss shots and make dumb mistakes, but they're fighting. Oh, and Omax and Joplin showed signs, which was encouraging.
Quote from: warriors141 on December 21, 2021, 10:25:12 PM
good teams, even decent ones, finish the job at home
Young teams don't. Let's see what happens next year. Shaka knows we need at least 2 3 point shooting transfers. Plus the underclassmen get a year older. UConn senior laden team, graduates.
Quote from: warriors141 on December 21, 2021, 10:28:05 PM
every post of yours just rips on people you disagree with. That's fine though, glad to see you are content with where we are at
That's not true but when I see that level of idiocy it's difficult not to respond.
Losing always sucks but plenty of positives to take away from tonight.
Quote from: NCMUFan on December 21, 2021, 10:11:01 PM
Like to stay optimistic but man.
Missed uncontested open dunk by a guy 6-10.
Brick open 6-footer.
Yep. I'd stop watching if I were you. Midnight madness around the corner.
better than the team predicted to score in the 50's frequently apparently?
Quote from: JamilJaeJamailJrJuan on December 21, 2021, 10:18:41 PM
This team isn't good, unfortunately
Quote from: warriors141 on December 21, 2021, 10:28:05 PM
every post of yours just rips on people you disagree with. That's fine though, glad to see you are content with where we are at
100% true.
Interesting thing is the posters most critical of the team are also the most polite and don't personally attack other posters.
The knee jerk defenders just throw out insults.
Like last game in which they scored two points in final three minutes
Tonight 5 points (including Johnson bomb three) in final six minutes. Terrible. Shaka has to clean that up. The miss dunk just popped the balloon mentally I believe.
RJ Cole ate Kolek and Elliott for lunch.
Lewis so much better when playing in paint. Big game inside tonight. But in order to make the NBA, he must show some sort of outside shooting to impress. Still not going good, believe 1 for last 18 from three.
Layups missed: Prosper 2, Kolek 3, Lewis 3, Kuath 1, Jones 1, Elliott 1. Layups, not blocked shots, all hit rim.
Two front end free throw misses. Uconn was clutch.
Ceiling? Probably. They beat Illinois in last few seconds without their best player, who now is averaging 24 and 10. Beat Miss, who got beat on their home court tonight by Samford.
I'm sticking with 6 BE wins. Process........
I hope the 5ft10 PG recruit Jones is good. Mitchell and Ellis might see one minute a game from now on.
Quote from: Billy Hoyle on December 21, 2021, 10:25:34 PM
Lewis needs at least 20 touches in the post per game. He was fearless against bigger, longer guys. We went away from that down the stretch.
Really likes what O-Max and Joplin brought tonight.
Hurley made a nice adjustment, started running a second big at Lewis every time he tried to post up down the stretch. He had to pass every time, or couldn't get the ball in the first place. That's when, if you have a scoring PG, you can make some hay. Or if you've got a couple good 3-point shooters. Of course, it would be nice if your big can make a wide-open dunk.
Agree about O-Max and Joplin.
Otherwise (not saying you), a lot of effen mopes in this thread.
Quote from: Shooter McGavin on December 21, 2021, 10:31:42 PM
Yep. I'd stop watching if I were you. Midnight madness around the corner.
I will root for them. It is my team.
Your post just makes me smile.
And if I want to put out a comment or opinion I will.
Maybe you are the one that needs a hug.
Quote from: NCMUFan on December 21, 2021, 10:45:17 PM
I will root for them. It is my team.
Your post just makes me smile.
And if I want to put out a comment or opinion I will.
Maybe you are the one that needs a hug.
Give up. This team is terrible.
Quote from: PointWarrior on December 21, 2021, 10:32:36 PM
better than the team predicted to score in the 50's frequently apparently?
I said there would be games where MU scores in the 50's due to their youth and a lack of proven scorer. There has been two games. No one anywhere ever predicted 'frequently. '
I'm not worried one iota about the ceiling for this year's team.
I'm thinking about the ceiling of our program, and I believe it's very high.
Quote from: MU82 on December 21, 2021, 10:37:18 PM
Hurley made a nice adjustment, started running a second big at Lewis every time he tried to post up down the stretch. He had to pass every time, or couldn't get the ball in the first place. That's when, if you have a scoring PG, you can make some hay. Or if you've got a couple good 3-point shooters. Of course, it would be nice if your big can make a wide-open dunk.
Agree about O-Max and Joplin.
Otherwise (not saying you), a lot of effen mopes in this thread.
This, Hurley decided to let someone else beat them and doubled Lewis. No one else was able to really take over.
Quote from: tower912 on December 22, 2021, 05:22:42 AM
I said there would be games where MU scores in the 50's due to their youth and a lack of proven scorer. There has been two games. No one anywhere ever predicted 'frequently. '
Villanova has scored in the 50s once and in the 30s once. What's their excuse?
No.
Quote from: Newsdreams on December 22, 2021, 08:35:23 PM
This, Hurley decided to let someone else beat them and doubled Lewis. No one else was able to really take over.
Using 20/20 hindsight, the proper question to ask might be: "What took Hurley so long?"
Quote from: Lennys Tap on December 22, 2021, 09:22:17 PM
Villanova has scored in the 50s once and in the 30s once. What's their excuse?
They're 345th in tempo and 47% of their shots come from 3. When they ain't making 3's and with limited possessions, they're going to have some terrible offensive outputs. Plus, they're just not as talented as previous Wildcat teams
What ever happened to the "I don't care if they win as long as they grow through the season" crowd? There are 20 conference games if they all get played. so far there have been two, you people have to lighten up a little. This team shows growth and identity. Don't judge harshly so soon. The key to this season is Butler, De Paul and Georgetown. If they can go 5-1 and steal a couple of games they are fine. I thought Pros[per had a breakout game ,if he remembers how hard and well he played he could yet thrive this season. The same for Joplin if he continues to improve MU is solid. Kolek grew his game as well by driving to the basket instead of passing on every drive. I would suggest holding judgement until after the 5th game at least.
This thread aged like fine sewage.
Just a reminder, the answer is still no. ;D
Quote from: NCMUFan on December 21, 2021, 10:11:01 PM
Like to stay optimistic but man.
Missed uncontested open dunk by a guy 6-10.
Brick open 6-footer.
Just being negative for no reason. We battled and played very well against one of the top teams in the nation.