Congrats to Lou, my favorite Husky. She had it all going on Sunday, three pointers, midrange, post up, off the dribble, fast break, open court, half court, left handed, right handed, getting to the line. The shooter from last year is now a big time scorer!
And seven steals as well!
Slow start for her, but keep in mind we were getting it inside early to Gabby and Napheesa without any trouble and they were scoring easily. Sometimes it takes Lou a little time to get in gear, but once she sees the ball go through the hoop she is off and running. Oftentimes, the shot or play that gets her going is not a long range shot but something going to the hoop. Yesterday`s performance was a joy to watch.
In addition to Lou`s own growth as a player, the team as a whole is finding each other better and that is helping her. The interior players - Gabby, Napheesa and Natalie - are all reversing the ball well to the weak side now and Lou, Kia and sometimes Saniya are the beneficiaries.
Haven`t heard much about this, but has anyone else noticed the great chemistry that has developed between Lou and Gabby? They are looking for each other a lot out there now. At least twice on Sunday, Gabby had the ball in the key and reversed it to a wide open Lou on the other side, and she drained the three both times. Another example, Lou drove from the right and hit Gabby with a beautiful bounce pass, my recollection is she missed but was fouled.
Love this team!!!!!