Reinhardt

[radome]

I never really saw what caused the chest thumping midway through the second half. Did any of you get a good read/look? Regardless. it was encouraging to me (although too much can be bad) to see fire in the eyes of one of our players. He seems to have that "will us to win" that may have been lacking. Tough to analyze in a couple of games but I found it to be an encouraging intangible.

[ducs]

Howard player was walking through their huddle before the free throws.  Think KR gave him a forearm.

[GGGG]

I like Reinhardt.  He's smart and I like the attitude.  I think he fits a role that this team has been missing the last couple years.  Veteran leader who has been through the battles.

[muwarrior69]

I like Reinhardt.  He's smart and I like the attitude.  I think he fits a role that this team has been missing the last couple years.  Veteran leader who has been through the battles.

I think you hit on something. I believe the teams the last few season have lacked that passion. The last time we had that was in Jae Crowder who just willed the team to victory.

[Marcus92]

I think you hit on something. I believe the teams the last few season have lacked that passion. The last time we had that was in Jae Crowder who just willed the team to victory.

I like what Katin brings to the team. He plays with energy and effort on both ends of the court. He's a good defender and better-than-expected rebounder.


My one concern is shot selection. Katin's taken more shots than anybody else on the team. Yet he's way behind Sam, JaJuan, Haanif, Traci and Markus in eFG%. I know it's only been 2 games. But if Katin doesn't start making more, he needs to start taking less. Otherwise he's hurting the team.

[HoopsterBC]

I like what Katin brings to the team. He plays with energy and effort on both ends of the court. He's a good defender and better-than-expected rebounder.


My one concern is shot selection. Katin's taken more shots than anybody else on the team. Yet he's way behind Sam, JaJuan, Haanif, Traci and Markus in eFG%. I know it's only been 2 games. But if Katin doesn't start making more, he needs to start taking less. Otherwise he's hurting the team.

As a 5th year senior, he probably has one agenda, play a little selfish for himself.  That is the one negative on bringing in grad transfers.  The one difference is that there is depth this year, so if he wants to play out of control, the bench can stop that.

[GGGG]

As a 5th year senior, he probably has one agenda, play a little selfish for himself.  That is the one negative on bringing in grad transfers.  The one difference is that there is depth this year, so if he wants to play out of control, the bench can stop that.

I have noticed no selfish play from Katin this year.  I didn't notice any from Carlino two years ago.  I didn't see any from Trent Lockett either.

[PGsHeroes32]

Yeah idk where some of the selfish/bad shot comments are coming from with Katin.

Mostly every shot he's taken has been a good look. He's just rushed some shots.

Yesterday early on he got to the rim/middle of the D a few times and just biffed it.

That will change, I like how much he moves and gets open.

[79Warrior]

As a 5th year senior, he probably has one agenda, play a little selfish for himself.  That is the one negative on bringing in grad transfers.  The one difference is that there is depth this year, so if he wants to play out of control, the bench can stop that.

disagree. Wojo loves this guy. Reinhardt, JJJ and Haney will see the most minutes and will be on the floor to close out games.

[JediWarrior]

I never really saw what caused the chest thumping midway through the second half. Did any of you get a good read/look? Regardless. it was encouraging to me (although too much can be bad) to see fire in the eyes of one of our players. He seems to have that "will us to win" that may have been lacking. Tough to analyze in a couple of games but I found it to be an encouraging intangible.

He definitely gave one of the Howard players a push to get out of the MU huddle.  It wasn't a hard push, but it was deliberate.  The most promising thing was Katin's reaction with the refs.  He explained the situation calmly, avoiding a foul of any kind, and walked over to rebound for the free throw with a slight smile on his face.  I think he knew he got away with a little something.  A balance of aggressiveness and poise can make for an effective leader.

[MerrittsMustache]

Reinhardt shot 0-7 in the first half against Vandy.

In the last 3 halves, he's shot 9-17 from the floor and 3-5 on 3s, with 5 assists and 1 TO in 40 minutes played.

Even if your eyes somehow tell you he's playing selfishly, the numbers don't back that up.

[HoopsterBC]

disagree. Wojo loves this guy. Reinhardt, JJJ and Haney will see the most minutes and will be on the floor to close out games.

I love this guy as much, he has won both games in the second half with his shooting, but as a 5th year senior he will not be timid taking shots.  Most have been good,
some questionable.   0-7 against Vandy in first half, and last night some ill advised shots.  Even Wojo took him out in first half.  I am a believer that a 5th year senior
has a different agenda in his head then a freshman. 

Rather have Reinhardt and Hauser then Ellenson and Cohen anyday.

[robmufan]

They kept saying on the television last night, that though Reinhardt does not have the talent Ellenson has, he could be a better fit at stretching the floor. I would have to say, I agree with that thought.

[Bocephys]

They kept saying on the television last night, that though Reinhardt does not have the talent Ellenson has, he could be a better fit at stretching the floor. I would have to say, I agree with that thought.

Don't under-estimate the increase in surrounding talent as well.

[GoldenDieners32]

disagree. Wojo loves this guy. Reinhardt, JJJ and Haney will see the most minutes and will be on the floor to close out games.

I think you can throw TC in there too

[TSmith34, Inc.]

Don't under-estimate the increase in surrounding talent as well.

Indeed.  Not only is the comparison between a 5th year senior and a true freshman, it ignores that the entire remaining team (except Wally) returns with an additional year of experience, plus a RS junior.

[WellsstreetWanderer]

Just the Alpha Dog saying get outta my pack. Thought the Howard player intentionally disrupted their huddle

[jsglow]

What I really like is how he moves without the ball. Numerous examples over his first two games.

[Marcus92]

Reinhardt shot 0-7 in the first half against Vandy.

In the last 3 halves, he's shot 9-17 from the floor and 3-5 on 3s, with 5 assists and 1 TO in 40 minutes played.

Even if your eyes somehow tell you he's playing selfishly, the numbers don't back that up.

Excellent point — along with the above statement that the vast majority of Katin's shots have been good looks. And even if you don't discount the first half against Vanderbilt, 2 data points don't make a trend. Katin's shot selection is just a concern, something I'll be keeping an eye on, not a condemnation.

[Loose Cannon]

What I really like is how he moves without the ball. Numerous examples over his first two games.

Plus Tax

[TAMU, Knower of Ball]

What I really like is how he moves without the ball. Numerous examples over his first two games.

This. He abused Howard from the middle of the zone.

[brewcity77]

This. He abused Howard from the middle of the zone.

That poor kid, he's still a minor. Someone should tell Reinhardt we don't approve of that stuff.

[brandx]

Swagger.

Confidence.

Leadership.

Fewer turnovers per game (so far) than any player on last years team.

[MarquetteDano]

Agree with the comments here.  He plays with a real chip on his shoulder.  He is the type of player that other teams/fans are not going to like....

There is going to be some "Hatin' on Katin" this year.

[brewcity77]

What I really like about Reinhardt is that he's fighting for rebounds. He won't make anyone forget about Henry any time soon, but he's gotten to some tough-to-get balls and doesn't shy away from contact when going for a board. I have to imagine the staff has been working with him on that, because he's been anemic previously in his career when it comes to getting to loose balls.