Rollin’ Rock

[Jockey]

Owens looks like the classic playground player. Lots of skills.

I don't know that he can play effectively in a structured offense, though.

I think in 2 years that Phillips will be a better player than Owens.

[Zog from Margo]

Owens looks like the classic playground player. Lots of skills.

I don't know that he can play effectively in a structured offense, though.

I think in 2 years that Phillips will be a better player than Owens.

Owens has moved down the depth chart due to his lack of physicality. He has plenty of skill. Phillips plays a lot more physically and aggressively than Owens at this point. Norman moved ahead of Owens on the depth chart because he's more physical on both ends of the floor.

By contrast, Stevens and James are surprisingly physical for freshmen. Coming from HS basketball factories makes a difference.

Lowery continues to defer way too much and should be taking it to the hoop. Ross should be his model. Lowery is strong enough that he could make a living at the line.

Gold and Ross are stepping up as expected. MU needs Lowery to do the same.

[MU82]

Good recap 82.

  Fun game to watch.  Very nice to see NJ thrive in the starting role.  AS is going to be a stud, incredible defense.  Love the Chase dunk and his overall game last night.  Clark intrigues me, hope he just continues to develop and get stronger.  Glad Phillips hit a three last night and not in garbage time.  He looks taller and more broad shouldered than Owens when he was standing next to him.  That kid could be a huge coup for Shaka.  He has the frame to get a lot stronger.  Agree that Owens seems to be lost.  Did not see that coming. Tre played ok.  Glad he hit a three but he just seems so unreliable offensively it makes us easier to guard.  Ben's defense and rebounding were excellent.  Wish he was even more aggressive offensively.  Couple times last night he drove the lane only to pass it out. Zaide is another player who needs to be more aggressive as well. Overall,  good warmup for Maryland.  Will be at the game with the family. 

Phillips took two 3s. The first was rushed and fading away, a nanosecond after he had caught a pass. That clearly is not his shot. On the second, he was in perfect shooting position and swished it, with perfect form. I'll take that shot from him - and a whole lot of other MU players. If he can show Shaka that he won't get lost defensively, he definitely could see increased minutes. Great point about Ben. There were two occasions when I yelled, "Shoot the ball!" after he drove within a few feet but then passed it out. Overall, I like what he's bringing, though. Enjoy the Maryland game - bring us a win!