I think he's fine when he takes one or two dribbles closer to the rim. It's the Melojoplin stuff that can cause some anxiety for a lot of us. I'm not saying it's easy but I would think Shaka has discussed this with the young man?
Bruv. You don't need to start a thread for every thought that pops into your head.
Having said that, what do you trust more? Air Bud's handle or Jop's?
Personally making people think Air Bud is something a golden retriever could what Air Bud can is offensive to golden retrievers. They're beautiful and truly smart animals. Giving kids the belief we can do that with them should be criminal.
Muggsy
What's your take on that interesting reply from bias? I have to be honest, he does not bring a lot to scoop. Thoughts?
unfortunately, jop dribbling into the middle is still more often than not a turnover.
Quote from: Goose on January 30, 2024, 09:26:28 PM
Muggsy
What's your take on that interesting reply from bias? I have to be honest, he does not bring a lot to scoop. Thoughts?
I have no real issue here. Some people get annoyed when I start new threads.
Quote from: MuggsyB on January 30, 2024, 09:28:45 PM
I have no real issue here. Some people get annoyed when I start new threads.
It's a message board - post away MuggsyB!
Quote from: mugrad_89 on January 30, 2024, 09:36:10 PM
It's a message board - post away MuggsyB!
Post what you want to Muggsy! Everyone can choose for themselves to read it or not... so
Quote from: withoutbias on January 30, 2024, 09:21:06 PM
Bruv. You don't need to start a thread for every thought that pops into your head.
Having said that, what do you trust more? Air Bud's handle or Jop's?
Personally making people think Air Bud is something a golden retriever could what Air Bud can is offensive to golden retrievers. They're beautiful and truly smart animals. Giving kids the belief we can do that with them should be criminal.
You suck.
I'd like it if he harnessed his free throw stroke that he had last season........he hardly ever gets to the line but down the stretch.....in close games.....it would help if he made most of them.
Quote from: MuggsyB on January 30, 2024, 09:18:26 PM
I think he's fine when he takes one or two dribbles closer to the rim. It's the Melojoplin stuff that can cause some anxiety for a lot of us. I'm not saying it's easy but I would think Shaka has discussed this with the young man?
Wish they'd let jop shoot the 12-15 footer when he puts the ball on the floor from the perimeter. He gets in trouble when he tries to get all the way to rim.
Quote from: MuMark on January 30, 2024, 09:42:42 PM
I'd like it if he harnessed his free throw stroke that he had last season........he hardly ever gets to the line but down the stretch.....in close games.....it would help if he made most of them.
He did get that huge d reb though.
Quote from: CountryRoads on January 30, 2024, 09:43:47 PM
Wish they'd let jop shoot the 12-15 footer when he puts the ball on the floor from the perimeter. He gets in trouble when he tries to get all the way to rim.
He's actually a pretty good passer from the post, the problem is he rarely does it. Had a really nice pass from down now tonight.
I think he could really expand on the backdown inside-out passes. Would add a nice little element to the offense as right now defense expect him to shoot everytime he touches the rock.
Quote from: GoldenEagles03 on January 30, 2024, 09:46:50 PM
He's actually a pretty good passer from the post, the problem is he rarely does it. Had a really nice pass from down now tonight.
I think he could really expand on the backdown inside-out passes. Would add a nice little element to the offense as right now defense expect him to shoot everytime he touches the rock.
Great point.
Quote from: CountryRoads on January 30, 2024, 09:43:47 PM
Wish they'd let jop shoot the 12-15 footer when he puts the ball on the floor from the perimeter. He gets in trouble when he tries to get all the way to rim.
Yep
He also had a massive block on an attempted 3, nice play
Quote from: DoctorV on January 30, 2024, 09:53:35 PM
He also had a massive block on an attempted 3, nice play
Is 2 dribbles what you're thinking with Jop Dr.V?
Quote from: MuggsyB on January 30, 2024, 09:56:12 PM
Is 2 dribbles what you're thinking with Jop Dr.V?
Muggsy I'm in the minority here in a sense that I don't particularly mind if Jop tries to create, and I'm not sure why tbh.
He's not great at it, he's much better at being a spot up shooter, but I think this team needs him inside doing some dirty work.
It would be better if he would drive and kick much more than drive and force a shot, but that's not an easy skill to learn.
I think the best result is to drive to score, pick up dribble and pass out as first sign of trouble with an immediate pass back into the post to let him do work and try to score.
That way he's still engaged, still going inside and down low, and doesn't start to feel bad about doing anything other than shooting Js.
Last thing we need is Jop standing at the 3P line and doing nothing all game like Coleman Hawkins from Illinois.
This team isn't big enough for that.
Quote from: DoctorV on January 30, 2024, 10:08:37 PM
Muggsy I'm in the minority here in a sense that I don't particularly mind if Jop tries to create, and I'm not sure why tbh.
He's not great at it, he's much better at being a spot up shooter, but I think this team needs him inside doing some dirty work.
It would be better if he would drive and kick much more than drive and force a shot, but that's not an easy skill to learn.
I think the best result is to drive to score, pick up dribble and pass out as first sign of trouble with an immediate pass back into the post to let him do work and try to score.
That way he's still engaged, still going inside and down low, and doesn't start to feel bad about doing anything other than shooting Js.
Last thing we need is Jop standing at the 3P line and doing nothing all game like Coleman Hawkins from Illinois.
This team isn't big enough for that.
Interesting. I just think sometimes he overdribbles in lieu of moving the rock. That said he is more valuable if he can diversify his offense and make a few at rim, midrange, or ft line.
Quote from: MuggsyB on January 30, 2024, 10:12:24 PM
Interesting. I just think sometimes he overdribbles in lieu of moving the rock. That said he is more valuable if he can diversify his offense and make a few at rim, midrange, or ft line.
Yea for sure. He's one of the few on the team that overdribbles, Sean being another, and doesn't have a great "feel" for the game and passing like several of his teammates.
He's got a great feel for scoring though- he's shown the ability to do it inside and out.
Problem is, to do it inside he's putting in so much effort and he's dribbling way too much amongst the trees.
In order to get better at that and finishing around the hoop he needs more in game experience, and I'd rather he gets that now and becomes a scoring threat inside and out than settles outside the line to chuck 3s.
It'll matter a lot next year when he gets a massive share of offensive opportunities.
If he figures out ways to score in and around the paint rather than simply setting for jumpers all game he can become a next level, leads the team and top 5 in the BE type scorer
Quote from: DoctorV on January 30, 2024, 10:24:18 PM
Yea for sure. He's one of the few on the team that overdribbles, Sean being another, and doesn't have a great "feel" for the game and passing like several of his teammates.
He's got a great feel for scoring though- he's shown the ability to do it inside and out.
Problem is, to do it inside he's putting in so much effort and he's dribbling way too much amongst the trees.
In order to get better at that and finishing around the hoop he needs more in game experience, and I'd rather he gets that now and becomes a scoring threat inside and out than settles outside the line to chuck 3s.
It'll matter a lot next year when he gets a massive share of offensive opportunities.
If he figures out ways to score in and around the paint rather than simply setting for jumpers all game he can become a next level, leads the team and top 5 in the BE type scorer
Fair points. I actually think he gets into trouble when he attacks from the 3pt line but is okay 15 feet and in.
11.5% turnover rate is nationally ranked (good). Only Kam and Stevie turn the ball over less.
Quote from: MuggsyB on January 30, 2024, 10:29:05 PM
Fair points. I actually think he gets into trouble when he attacks from the 3pt line but is okay 15 feet and in.
Agreed.
That's why I think it's incumbent on Shaka to tell him that when he drives to score to pass out to an open guy immediately at the first sign of trouble, then instantly get into better position for an entry pass and a restart to a scoring drive closer to the hoop
Quote from: CountryRoads on January 30, 2024, 09:43:47 PM
Wish they'd let jop shoot the 12-15 footer when he puts the ball on the floor from the perimeter. He gets in trouble when he tries to get all the way to rim.
Mid range shots are not allowed by Shaka.
Quote from: withoutbias on January 30, 2024, 09:21:06 PM
Personally making people think Air Bud is something a golden retriever could what Air Bud can is offensive to golden retrievers.
???
Quote from: MuggsyB on January 30, 2024, 09:45:10 PM
He did get that huge d reb though.
That was a big boy clutch rebound.
Joppy needs to get a headband and watch some Lazar Hayward tapes!
Haven't seen the offensive leap we were hoping for from Joplin this season, but I don't think that should overshadow the improvement to his defensive game.
Also two interesting stats I wouldn't have guessed:
1). Jop's averaging significantly fewer turnovers per 40 minutes this season than his past seasons. 1.4 per 40 minutes this season vs. 2.2 and 2.7 his first two years. Nice improvement there.
2). He's actually attempting significantly fewer two-point attempts per 40 minutes played than either of his first two years. Attempting 2.0 per 40 minutes this season, vs 3.1 and 2.7 first two years. Not entirely sure what to make of that. Maybe a mix of better shot decisions and teams paying more attention to him on defense, preventing him from getting to the hoop.
And one bonus: he's fouling much less often. 2.8 per 40 minutes this year vs. 3.4 and 4.0 his first two season.
Jop is trying to become a more complete player and help the team. It is a process.
Jolp
Jop has really upped his scoring in BE play. In non-conference games, he averaged 8.5 ppg. In BE games, he's averaging 13.7 ppg.
That's good for third on the team in BE games behind Kolek and Oso. Jop's also doing this with increased efficiency. 111.4 O-rating with 59.7% eFG.
Jop's a big part of our success and his improved play is a ceiling raiser.
Jop has upped his game over the past month. He has stepped it up when it has been needed and hoping the trend continues. His defense has been a very nice addition to the overall team efforts.
Quote from: Goose on January 31, 2024, 07:22:03 AM
Jop has upped his game over the past month. He has stepped it up when it has been needed and hoping the trend continues. His defense has been a very nice addition to the overall team efforts.
The defense we get from him is a bonus and if he can do what he's been doing on that side on a regular basis, the ceiling becomes higher
The thing about Joplin is that he isn't the most athletic guy out there. So outside of shooting, nothing looks smooth - and IMO is why his rebounding figures aren't great.
But he works hard, and that has been noticeable on defense this year. And he is a decent scoring option obviously.
Chase looked smooth last night. We played beautiful basketballt in the first half. F4 basketball imo. Nova also made a bunch of contested threes during their two big runs.
MU is most dangerous when Jop drains buckets along with Benny and Chase.
The whole " no mid range shots " is stupid. Sometimes a player can't get to the rim ... what's wrong with a 12 footer ?
And .... Btw ... Oso takes 8 to 10 foot push shots in every game.
Quote from: Mu8891 on January 31, 2024, 07:55:16 AM
The whole " no mid range shots " is stupid. Sometimes a player can't get to the rim ... what's wrong with a 12 footer ?
And .... Btw ... Oso takes 8 to 10 foot push shots in every game.
Shots in the lane are not considered "mid-range." A 12 footer outside the lane is fine if the shot clock is winding down, but with enough time on the clock, Marquette would rather create a better looking shot - in the rim or an uncontested three. It's simply more efficient.
45-12 over the last two seasons doing it the way Nevada wants. Scored 85 last night. I must admit that I never expected to see 'why not shoot more mid-range jumpers' today.
Quote from: Mu8891 on January 31, 2024, 07:55:16 AM
The whole " no mid range shots " is stupid. Sometimes a player can't get to the rim ... what's wrong with a 12 footer ?
And .... Btw ... Oso takes 8 to 10 foot push shots in every game.
That's because Oso can make 60% of them. If anyone could shoot 60% on 15-18 footers, Shaka would definitely give them the green light. For the record, Wade in his NBA prime was lauded for shooting 50% in midrange. 60% midrange would be next level absurd.
Quote from: GoldenEagles03 on January 30, 2024, 09:46:50 PM
He's actually a pretty good passer from the post, the problem is he rarely does it. Had a really nice pass from down now tonight.
I think he could really expand on the backdown inside-out passes. Would add a nice little element to the offense as right now defense expect him to shoot everytime he touches the rock.
I agree. Once he gets a couple dribbles in he should think pass more quickly than he does. He is too locked in on the shot until he is in trouble.
Quote from: Mu8891 on January 31, 2024, 07:55:16 AM
The whole " no mid range shots " is stupid. Sometimes a player can't get to the rim ... what's wrong with a 12 footer ?
And .... Btw ... Oso takes 8 to 10 foot push shots in every game.
Jop it his first mid range jumper yesterday, it was nice to see!
Quote from: Juan Anderson's Mixtape on January 31, 2024, 08:13:34 AM
That's because Oso can make 60% of them. If anyone could shoot 60% on 15-18 footers, Shaka would definitely give them the green light. For the record, Wade in his NBA prime was lauded for shooting 50% in midrange. 60% midrange would be next level absurd.
But again, Oso's shots are from the paint. In this offense this isn't considered "mid-range."
This is an NBA shot chart, but it gets the point across.
https://www.82games.com/locations.htm
From a points per 100 possession measure, the best places to shoot are:
1. Corner 3s
2. Low paint
3. Wing threes
4. Straight up 3s
5. Straight up 2s - which don't exist much in college due to the placement of the three point line.
6. High paint
7. Corner 2s
8. Wing 2s
IOW, the two least efficient places to shoot from are mid-range shots outside the paint. Facing the backboard allows you to use the glass and probably gives you better depth perception as well.
Quote from: BCHoopster on January 31, 2024, 08:37:06 AM
Jop it his first mid range jumper yesterday, it was nice to see!
It was nice cause it was late in the clock. The staff doesn't want to see that as part of their regular offense.
Quote from: Juan Anderson's Mixtape on January 31, 2024, 08:13:34 AM
That's because Oso can make 60% of them. If anyone could shoot 60% on 15-18 footers, Shaka would definitely give them the green light. For the record, Wade in his NBA prime was lauded for shooting 50% in midrange. 60% midrange would be next level absurd.
I know stats tell us that midrangers are less efficient, but
when you have a guy who can make a high percentage of them, I think it also makes the opponents' job on defense that much more difficult. So, they have value in more ways than one. Works for me!
Morsell had the green light for mid-range. I'm sure if someone on the current roster had the ability to hit them at a high enough clip, they would have the green light too. The fact that we're not taking them makes me think that no one has that skillset. Seems to be working out just fine.
Quote from: Its DJOver on January 31, 2024, 08:46:58 AM
Morsell had the green light for mid-range. I'm sure if someone on the current roster had the ability to hit them at a high enough clip, they would have the green light too. The fact that we're not taking them makes me think that no one has that skillset. Seems to be working out just fine.
Yep. If the guy makes a high percentage of them it's a good shot. No analytics guy in the world would tell KD to stop shooting 17 footers.
Or watching Jamal Murray kill the Bucks scored 35 or so with mostly mid range shots!
I'm sure when Jop shoots like KD or Jamal Murray Shaka won't mind him regularly shooting mid-range more often. Until then...
Raftery, who didn't have his best game last night, was begging Jop to dribble more and drive more.
Quote from: MU82 on January 31, 2024, 09:34:05 AM
Raftery, who didn't have his best game last night, was begging Jop to dribble more and drive more.
Agree that Raft was a bit off last night, but still a joy to listen to him and Benneti. Pretty lucky to get them as a regular Big East crew.
Jop's usurpation of that game over rebound was a thing of beauty. Excellent box out first and then he ended all hope from Nova.
Quote from: MU82 on January 31, 2024, 09:34:05 AM
Raftery, who didn't have his best game last night, was begging Jop to dribble more and drive more.
He was making the same point the previous MU game as well. Does he not see the results when Jop tried to dribble or back his defender down?
:-\
Quote from: The Sultan of Semantics on January 31, 2024, 07:59:00 AM
Shots in the lane are not considered "mid-range." A 12 footer outside the lane is fine if the shot clock is winding down, but with enough time on the clock, Marquette would rather create a better looking shot - in the rim or an uncontested three. It's simply more efficient.
I think you are right about what people, like myself, think a mid range shot is by definition. I like Joplin taking a close baseline shot or mid lane shot to 8 feet rather than going to all the way to the basket and getting blocked because he can't jump or simply over dribbling and turning it over. He has demonstrated that he can make those shots and they probably don't meet the definition of midrange. He made two last night.
Those shots are good for him with his height and shooting ability whatever they are called. Not everyone should be taking those however. NYP. Obviously wide open threes and straight line drives for layups are better. But when defenses get tough in the later rounds of the tournament, mid to close range jumpers are sometimes needed to score. You see the best teams do it every year.
Hopefully Jop continues to hit 2 or 3 a game. It makes him and our team more dangerous offensively.
Quote from: Tyler COLEk on January 31, 2024, 09:40:09 AM
Agree that Raft was a bit off last night, but still a joy to listen to him and Benneti. Pretty lucky to get them as a regular Big East crew.
Benetti is a real pro and Raf is Raf. I thought last night both of them really got into rooting for Nova, especially when MU was threatening to run away with it. I kind of get it - they want viewers to stay tuned - but it was beyond just one or two comments.
Quote from: TSmith34, Inc. on January 31, 2024, 09:50:13 AM
He was making the same point the previous MU game as well. Does he not see the results when Jop tried to dribble or back his defender down?
As an announcer, I don't think Raf is a big "does his homework" guy.
Quote from: MuggsyB on January 31, 2024, 09:48:36 AM
Jop's usurpation of that game over rebound was a thing of beauty. Excellent box out first and then he ended all hope from Nova.
He helped my sinful ways with that rebound.
Quote from: MU82 on January 31, 2024, 10:19:35 AM
Benetti is a real pro and Raf is Raf. I thought last night both of them really got into rooting for Nova, especially when MU was threatening to run away with it. I kind of get it - they want viewers to stay tuned - but it was beyond just one or two comments.
As an announcer, I don't think Raf is a big "does his homework" guy.
On the contrary, Raftery is well renowned for his intensive preparation. I think at 80 years old he's just losing some sharpness. Always going to happen at some point.
Quote from: Tyler COLEk on January 31, 2024, 12:03:51 PM
On the contrary, Raftery is well renowned for his intensive preparation. I think at 80 years old he's just losing some sharpness. Always going to happen at some point.
Raf is a national treasure; he might be losing a little on the fastball but that will never deter me from watching a game he is calling. One of my greatest memories from Marquette was when we got to drink with Raf after midnight madness one year. It was amazing to listen to the stories.
Jop needs to model his game after Klay Thompson, who rarely dribbles.
Quote from: Afroman on January 31, 2024, 03:24:22 PM
Jop needs to model his game after Klay Thompson, who rarely dribbles.
Interesting. I think Jop's build and bulk are more than Klay, and so he can pound inside a bit more than Klay. That said, I'm a believer that Jop should first and foremost be a shooter. I think he has potential to post up smaller defenders, but the dribble drive and backing in need to be lessened.
I'm laying off Jop a bit for now since he's one of the only guys shooting reasonably well from outside
Jop has pretty much improved in all aspects - now that said, practice some free throws. But pretty happy with Jop lately
If jop is going to take the ball inside, I'd much prefer him back someone down than quick dribble drive.
jesmu
I agree completely. I still believe he can be a big time in the paint scorer, but not under his current style of play.
How iz da assist rate l00kin?
Quote from: Jay Bee on January 31, 2024, 06:14:50 PM
How iz da assist rate l00kin?
Only 37% less than TyKo
Quote from: jesmu84 on January 31, 2024, 06:10:53 PM
If jop is going to take the ball inside, I'd much prefer him back someone down than quick dribble drive.
I'd have to disagree here. Would prefer Jop to make one, quick, decisive move versus the crab dribble, back down that stagnates the offense and usually ends up with Jop forcing a tough contested FGA at the basket. Jop is only shooting 43.8% on 2 PT FGA, a full 7% worse than our second worst 2 PT FG% player, Chase who is at 51.1%.
I do think Joplin should get some freedom to shoot open midrange shots outside of the paint, as I feel he'd have a better success rate shooting those (than any other player on the team) and better than backing down another player and trying to corkscrew himself a shot up and around a more athletic defender.
Quote from: Elonsmusk on January 31, 2024, 06:29:07 PM
I'd have to disagree here. Would prefer Jop to make one, quick, decisive move versus the crab dribble, back down that stagnates the offense and usually ends up with Jop forcing a tough contested FGA at the basket. Jop is only shooting 43.8% on 2 PT FGA, a full 7% worse than our second worst 2 PT FG% player, Chase who is at 51.1%.
I do think Joplin should get some freedom to shoot open midrange shots outside of the paint, as I feel he'd have a better success rate shooting those (than any other player on the team) and better than backing down another player and trying to corkscrew himself a shot up and around a more athletic defender.
I don't personally think it's a good idea for jop to dribble drive or back down. But I prefer the back down for the lower chance of a too-sped-up/out of control turnover or horribly low chance shot.
In my earlier post, I was trying to find a third way for Jop...not just face up shooting 3s vs. slow dribble backing in. I think there can be opportunities for him to post up close to or in lane when he has a smaller defender on him. Catch a pass and move quickly to turn and shoot; no extensive dribbling and fast moves.
Quote from: BCHoopster on January 31, 2024, 08:51:47 AM
Or watching Jamal Murray kill the Bucks scored 35 or so with mostly mid range shots!
Jamal Murray hit 4 mid-range shots against the Bucks and made 9 shots in the paint
Quote from: Markusquette on January 31, 2024, 04:31:47 PM
I'm laying off Jop a bit for now since he's one of the only guys shooting reasonably well from outside
You must have a really high standard for "reasonably well" because on the current 5-game win streak:
Ross: 66.7% on 3 attempts
Joplin: 45.5% on 33 attempts
Kolek: 43.8% on 23 attempts
Stevie: 40.0% on 10 attempts
Kam: 35.7% on 14 attempts
Gold: 33.3% on 21 attempts
Jop is king, but I don't think you can say he is the only one shooting reasonably well at the moment.
anyone notice- jop seems to go 1 for 2 on his free throws the more time between attempts. he seems to miss the first one, usually short, then re-adjusts and swishes the 2nd. it's like he has to re-calibrate with the first shot each time he goes to the line. if he were to say on the line after his first attempt, i'll bet he goes 10 for 10-half in jest, but just saying.
needs to take a few lessons from oso
Quote from: rocket surgeon on February 01, 2024, 04:26:26 AM
anyone notice- jop seems to go 1 for 2 on his free throws the more time between attempts. he seems to miss the first one, usually short, then re-adjusts and swishes the 2nd. it's like he has to re-calibrate with the first shot each time he goes to the line. if he were to say on the line after his first attempt, i'll bet he goes 10 for 10-half in jest, but just saying.
needs to take a few lessons from oso
I thought the same but then I looked it up after the Nova game and here are the splits:
First FT: 12/19
Second/Third FT: 12/18
Total: 24/37
Quote from: rocket surgeon on February 01, 2024, 04:26:26 AM
anyone notice- jop seems to go 1 for 2 on his free throws the more time between attempts. he seems to miss the first one, usually short, then re-adjusts and swishes the 2nd. it's like he has to re-calibrate with the first shot each time he goes to the line. if he were to say on the line after his first attempt, i'll bet he goes 10 for 10-half in jest, but just saying.
needs to take a few lessons from oso
His setup seems very square to the hoop too as opposed to when he's shooting from deep he usually has his fight foot a little in front of his left (which is pretty standard). I think his setup on the line needs to be adjusted and not be so dead on square
Quote from: TAMU, Knower of Ball on February 01, 2024, 02:31:17 AM
You must have a really high standard for "reasonably well" because on the current 5-game win streak:
Ross: 66.7% on 3 attempts
Joplin: 45.5% on 33 attempts
Kolek: 43.8% on 23 attempts
Stevie: 40.0% on 10 attempts
Kam: 35.7% on 14 attempts
Gold: 33.3% on 21 attempts
Great stats, TAMU.
We aren't a great 3-point shooting team, but we're a lot better than we had shown during the bad stretch. And many of us kept saying that when our 3-point shooting turns back around, we'll do some serious winning.
Sometimes it's not all that complicated, and I think that's the case with Marquette: When we make a reasonable number of 3s - folks can define "reasonable" as they want, but I'll say 34-38% - we are VERY difficult to beat because our offense creates a lot of open 3s and we do so many other things well.
Quote from: CountryRoads on February 01, 2024, 05:16:30 AM
I thought the same but then I looked it up after the Nova game and here are the splits:
First FT: 12/19
Second/Third FT: 12/18
Total: 24/37
Thanks for this.
Seemed in nova game he missed the first free throw 3 times in a row so going into nova game he would have been 12/16 making my observation in accurate...that's a first🤪
Quote from: rocket surgeon on February 01, 2024, 06:10:25 PM
Thanks for this.
Seemed in nova game he missed the first free throw 3 times in a row so going into nova game he would have been 12/16 making my observation in accurate...that's a first🤪
FTs no matta
Quote from: GoldenEagles03 on January 30, 2024, 09:46:50 PM
He's actually a pretty good passer from the post, the problem is he rarely does it. Had a really nice pass from down now tonight.
I think he could really expand on the backdown inside-out passes. Would add a nice little element to the offense as right now defense expect him to shoot everytime he touches the rock.
3 assists for Joplin today. Lookin' good there! Love when he looks to pass.