Jamail last night

[Clam Crowder]

For one he got less minutes than Juan, and was tied for the least amount of minutes with Derrick. What he did with those minutes was even worse. He missed both shots he attempted and had 3 fouls in that time. We needed him last night because Jamil, and Jae were in foul trouble and that is what he delivered. I was ecstatic for his arrival when we recruited him, but what he has done since he has been here is troubling. How many minutes will he be able to get next year, with our roster? Seems like a dead end for him if he doesnt show signs of life soon.

[CTWarrior]

You are right, he has not been good, but I would think it is hard to get it going when you're only playing a minute here or there at a time.  The one time he saw extended minutes that I can remember was the Louisville game in the BET last year and I thought he looked pretty good then, albeit in a lost cause.

[Norm]

Jamail's confidence is pretty much shot. For the lack of minutes he's gotten at MU for being a Top 100 recruit, I'm not sure why Buzz even recruited him. He's following Erik Williams' footsteps with his lack of playing time. Just like Erik, he seems to be afraid to make a mistake out on the court.

I could understand Jamail being tied to the bench if the rest of the team was chock full of good shooters, awesome defenders and guys that rarely turned the ball over. But, as we've seen this year that is surely not the case. Its hard to improve your game when you rarely see game action.

[🏀]

Jamail's confidence is pretty much shot. For the lack of minutes he's gotten at MU for being a Top 100 recruit, I'm not sure why Buzz even recruited him. He's following Erik Williams' footsteps with his lack of playing time. Just like Erik, he seems to be afraid to make a mistake out on the court.

Really? I saw why Buzz recruited him, he was a showstopper with a nice range. Not every player will contribute as a freshman or sophomore. As long as keeps a good attitude and contributes in practice, there's no problem.

[The Lens]

Really? I saw why Buzz recruited him, he was a showstopper with a nice range. Not every player will contribute as a freshman or sophomore. As long as keeps a good attitude and contributes in practice, there's no problem.

I will have a bigger problem with Jamail if he transfers, like E. Williams.   We need to get these guys into the upperclassmen stage.  I believe enough in Buzz's coaching and program that I think starting over with a freshman is not the answer.  Still disappointed that Williams is no longer here.  We have all seen things click for juniors and seniors.  Hopefully Jones has that option.  He is, after all, only a sophomore.

[T-Bone]

Jamail's confidence is pretty much shot.

I don't see that when he's on the court.  I would guess he's frustrated with his current game, but I have not seen him bring it to the court.  

[🏀]

I will have a bigger problem with Jamail if he transfers, like E. Williams.   We need to get these guys into the upperclassmen stage.  I believe enough in Buzz's coaching and program that I think starting over with a freshman is not the answer.  Still disappointed that Williams is no longer here.  We have all seen things click for juniors and seniors.  Hopefully Jones has that option.  He is, after all, only a sophomore.

I don't think Jamail transfers and if he did it wouldn't be like Erik. I think those problems are in the past now.

[bilsu]

He got called for 3 victim fouls last night. Pretty much the wrong place at the wrong time. In fact I felt like refs called fouls on him they would not of called on anyone else.

[Canned Goods n Ammo]

I will have a bigger problem with Jamail if he transfers, like E. Williams.   We need to get these guys into the upperclassmen stage.  I believe enough in Buzz's coaching and program that I think starting over with a freshman is not the answer.  Still disappointed that Williams is no longer here.  We have all seen things click for juniors and seniors.  Hopefully Jones has that option.  He is, after all, only a sophomore.

+1million.

Jamail has a chance to be a key player as a junior and senior. The coaching staff has to continue to develop him and convince him of his importance to the team.

[LAZER]

Unless he's extremely happy he won't transfer, there are a lot of minutes opening up next year.

[Norm]

Really? I saw why Buzz recruited him, he was a showstopper with a nice range. Not every player will contribute as a freshman or sophomore. As long as keeps a good attitude and contributes in practice, there's no problem.

Hey, I watched him light in up against Doc Rivers kid on national TV too. I see why he was a Top 100 recruit. I know it is a leap from high school to college, but Jones has rarely played in his time at MU. It sounds like he has a good attitude, and it seems like the guys all like "Mello." I just hope he actually plays more so his game can improve. Of all the Top 100 recruits last year, he was practically at the bottom in minutes played as a freshman.

[lab_warrior]

Jamail reminds me a lot of Stokes from Villanova a few years back.  Not sure if he played much as Fr. or So., but by his Jr. and Sr. seasons, he was a major contributor, and could can plenty of 3-balls.  Hell, if given more opportunities, he could crack into that potential by the end of this year.  

I think he's in a roster numbers crunch right now--he's not a point, he's behind DJO and Vander at the 2, Jae  and Jamil at the 3.  He can't really play in the low post like Jae and Jamil can, and Juan is a tougher defender and rebounder right now.  

[GGGG]

Jamail has had plenty of opportunities to show something this year.  He's had double digit minutes in a number of games.  Last night was a typical example.  He doesn't do much at either end with those opportunities.  I would like to think that he can contribute as a junior or senior, but here is the reality:

*He has a freshman in front of him now
*TJ Taylor is coming in next year and has more experience at a higher level
*There is a lot more talent in the pipeline

That being said, I hope he steps up and shows something.

[ATL MU Warrior]

Why are people so hung up on our Freshmen and Sophmores?  They are not potential one-and-dones so they are most likely not going to contribute right away on a well-balanced roster with a good mix of upper classmen, which we have.  It takes a while to adjust to this level of competition and gain confidence that you can compete.  There is absolutely nothing wrong with the fact that some of the younger guys are sitting on the bench during games, that's the way it should be.

Doesn't mean they can't/won't contribute when it's their turn. 

[Norm]

Jamail reminds me a lot of Stokes from Villanova a few years back.  Not sure if he played much as Fr. or So., but by his Jr. and Sr. seasons, he was a major contributor, and could can plenty of 3-balls.  Hell, if given more opportunities, he could crack into that potential by the end of this year.  

I think he's in a roster numbers crunch right now--he's not a point, he's behind DJO and Vander at the 2, Jae  and Jamil at the 3.  He can't really play in the low post like Jae and Jamil can, and Juan is a tougher defender and rebounder right now.  

The difference is that Corey Stokes played 642 minutes and averaged 18.3 minutes per game his freshman season. Jones' minutes -- 111 minutes and 5.8 per game -- don't come remotely close to Stokes' numbers.

[Wade for President]

I don't know about you guys, but I find myself openly cheering for Jamail.  Despite his lack of playing time, he's one of the most enthusiastic and supportive guys on the bench.

From his expressions on the bench, to random twitter posts from his teammates, it's quite evident that Jamail is very engaged & committed to this team.

I agree with some of the previous posters, in that it's sometimes difficult to make a great impact in such limited pt.  He seems to play with energy and passion...simply a lot of times, they might not be directed in the best manner.

We cannot be so quick to rush to judgement or dismiss a player.  Player development is crucial and paramount to the success of this team.

I'm a big Jamail fan and further believe that he's going to be a big contributor to this team over the next two years.

[GGGG]

Doesn't mean they can't/won't contribute when it's their turn.  

I would like to think so, but let's just say the history is going against him.  For fun, let's look at the "Sophomore Guard/Wings who aren't PGs" over the past few years:

2011-12: Blue, Jones, Jamil
2010-11: E.Williams
2009-10: DJO
2008-09: JFB, Fulce
2007-08: Hayward, Cubi
2006-07: McNeal, Matthews

Every single one of these players was a pretty decent contributor at this point in their careers with the exception of Fulce (injury) and Williams (who transferred).  I'm not saying it can't happen or won't happen...I am just saying that it would go against history.  Jones is dead last in ppg and mpg among this group.

[MerrittsMustache]

Not every player, even a top 100 recruit, is going to be a star in college. Teams need role players too. Look at guys like Oluoma Nnamaka, Terry Sanders, Joe Chapman, Mo Acker - none of those guys were ever star players but they each had a nice career at Marquette filling their roles. Jamail could be that type of player. The kid has a lot of talent but so does everyone else on the roster. That's a good thing. It's often said that a player's biggest improvement comes between their freshman and sophomore year...but sometimes it's between their soph and junior year or even junior to senior year. Sometimes the "light goes on" at different points in players' career. I'm no where near ready to write off Jamail because he hasn't made an impact 1.5 seasons into his MU career.

[MerrittsMustache]

I would like to think so, but let's just say the history is going against him.  For fun, let's look at the "Sophomore Guard/Wings who aren't PGs" over the past few years:

2011-12: Blue, Jones, Jamil
2010-11: E.Williams
2009-10: DJO
2008-09: JFB, Fulce
2007-08: Hayward, Cubi
2006-07: McNeal, Matthews

Every single one of these players was a pretty decent contributor at this point in their careers with the exception of Fulce (injury) and Williams (who transferred).  I'm not saying it can't happen or won't happen...I am just saying that it would go against history.  Jones is dead last in ppg and mpg among this group.

You also have to look up the roster breakdown of those teams. Swap Jamail with Wes on the 06-07 team and who are you going to give Wes' 31mpg to? Some to Fitz, some to Cubillan and a decent chunk to Jamail. Think he'd be contributing on that team playing 15-18mpg? I do.

[dw3dw3dw3]

Speaking of Jamail... Does anyone know if he has sort of lingering knee problems? Tendinitis maybe? He doesn't seem to move fluidly out there and he's been wearing a knee brace for some time now.

[GGGG]

You also have to look up the roster breakdown of those teams. Swap Jamail with Wes on the 06-07 team and who are you going to give Wes' 31mpg to? Some to Fitz, some to Cubillan and a decent chunk to Jamail. Think he'd be contributing on that team playing 15-18mpg? I do.

Sorry, but I don't see it.  But he hasn't even thrown up the "I'm a better athlete than you so I'm going to drop a bunch on you" type game.  Look at his games this year.

[94Warrior]

I don't know about you guys, but I find myself openly cheering for Jamail.  Despite his lack of playing time, he's one of the most enthusiastic and supportive guys on the bench.

From his expressions on the bench, to random twitter posts from his teammates, it's quite evident that Jamail is very engaged & committed to this team.

I agree with some of the previous posters, in that it's sometimes difficult to make a great impact in such limited pt.  He seems to play with energy and passion...simply a lot of times, they might not be directed in the best manner.

We cannot be so quick to rush to judgement or dismiss a player.  Player development is crucial and paramount to the success of this team.

I'm a big Jamail fan and further believe that he's going to be a big contributor to this team over the next two years.

I agree with everything stated by Wade for President.

Buzz has pretty much settled into an 8 man rotation for this season, 4 bigs (Gardner, Crowder, J. Wilson, Anderson) and 4 smalls (DJO, Blue, Cadougan, Mayo).  Right now Jones and D. Wilson are the odd men out.

I think Jamail has a chance to be a solid contributor the next 2 yrs.  We saw a glimpse of what he can do in the opening game  against Mt St Mary's.  He had 14 pts and was all over the place defensively and on the glass.  After that showing, some here (me included) thought he was going to be a huge contributor THIS season.

On the other hand, with Vander showing he can handle (thrive at?) the point, and with the addition of TJ Taylor, Jake Thomas and Ferguson to the guard rotation (only losing DJO), I don't see much of a role for D. Wilson in the future.

[Wade for President]

I agree with everything stated by Wade for President.

Post of the year.

[nyg]

Unless he dramatically improves on his 35% FG rate, his 20% free throw shooting and 17% three point shooting, he will play one to two minutes a game. 

[jesmu84]

I think Jamail is in the same position as JWilson. They're both being asked to play positions and roles where they shouldn't be playing. Only they have to due to injuries/depth. I'd love to see JWil and Jamail be able to play the 3/outside 4 where they're probably both much more comfortable. 

Heck, JWil was about the only guy to take a jumper last night that wasn't a 3. Even the announcers pointed that out. I'm sure he'd like to be able to do that much more often, rather than standing on the block all night.