AB gets bad rap

[mcs333]

Went back and watched the first few minutes of the game. AB was pulled when Thomas hit a 17' right elbow jumper. That put U down 10-2. Thomas had the second basket on a foul line drive to the basket for a layup. Three other times H went down low to Thomas but AB played him well and Thomas had to pass the ball back out. AB was in good position on the 17' ft jumper and played him against the drive. I believe KO was overly harsh in not giving AB another chance in the game.

On the offensive end we fell behind early because DD had two travels and a shot blocked on the first 4 possessions..

 

[Waquoit]

I think that we are far enough into the season to make the judgement that Brimah has the highest upside of our bigs. He and the team will benefit from more PT.

 

[Joobie]

I dunno how many times I asked the TV why Amida wasn't playing. He's raw, sure, but he's a big body & a shot blocker. If he's in there, Houston is at least altering their shots around the rim. Tyler Olander fouls out with his "senior leadership". Amida couldn't have done worst than that, IMO.

 

[ZenConn]

And I thought TO's raps were pretty bad

All kidding aside, FWIW, I'd let AB in and let him find his way - even if he fouls out.

 

[Goat]

First, TO did not commit a fifth foul.

Second, even if Thomas exposed AB away from the basket, I'd rather he shoot over AB from there than leave it to DD to defend him inside in crunch time.

I hope the taste of Huston in their mouths vaccinates them from further such games.

 

[jibsey]

I dunno how many times I asked the TV why Amida wasn't playing. He's raw, sure, but he's a big body & a shot blocker. If he's in there, Houston is at least altering their shots around the rim. Tyler Olander fouls out with his "senior leadership". Amida couldn't have done worst than that, IMO.

I dispute that he is a big body, a tall body yes but a big body no. He's 7 foot 185 soaking wet? Don't get me wrong I love the potential but at this weight he is limited.

 

[BearJWS]

I dispute that he is a big body, a tall body yes but a big body no. He's 7 foot 185 soaking wet? Don't get me wrong I love the potential but at this weight he is limited.

If it means anything, UConn has Amida's weight at 217 lbs. Nolan is 212 lbs. Olander is the "beefy" guy in the middle at 230 lbs! LOL I think Storr's needs a Five Guy's on campus!

 

[jibsey]

Was actually joking on the 185 but we are outmuscled every game down there.

 

[ConnHuskBask]

Anyone else remember how after the Maryland game people were saying how he was going to be way better than Hasheem was as a freshman? Also drawing comparisons to Dikembe?

AB has looked decent in stretches but doesn't have any concept of defense or rebounding as he simply tries to block every shot. More often than, I feel like he gets out of position defensively due to this and instead of boxing out his man, he can't because he attempted the block.

He's raw, he deserves more minutes, he'll be good, but let's temper our expectations.

 

[imno1]

I dunno how many times I asked the TV why Amida wasn't playing. He's raw, sure, but he's a big body & a shot blocker. If he's in there, Houston is at least altering their shots around the rim. Tyler Olander fouls out with his "senior leadership". Amida couldn't have done worst than that, IMO.

You have a smart tv?

 

[Joobie]

Naw...if the TV was smart, it would have listened & called KO on his cell!

 

[OkaForPrez]

Anyone else remember how after the Maryland game people were saying how he was going to be way better than Hasheem was as a freshman? Also drawing comparisons to Dikembe?

AB has looked decent in stretches but doesn't have any concept of defense or rebounding as he simply tries to block every shot. More often than, I feel like he gets out of position defensively due to this and instead of boxing out his man, he can't because he attempted the block.

He's raw, he deserves more minutes, he'll be good, but let's temper our expectations.

The only thing I remember about Hash as a freshman was his jump hook off the side of the backboard.

 

[ConnHuskBask]

The only thing I remember about Hash as a freshman was his jump hook off the side of the backboard.

Lol. Good times.

That being said, we'd kill for anyone on our front line to give us Hasheem's freshman numbers.

 

[OkaForPrez]

Lol. Good times.

That being said, we'd kill for anyone on our front line to give us Hasheem's freshman numbers.

http://statsheet.com/mcb/players/co...hasheem-thabeet=2006-2007&i=1&p1=amida-brimah

Preface: Brimah's numbers are less diluted by conference level play than Beet's over his freshman year, but its not night and day. Double Amida's minutes to 24 per game like Hash was getting and his numbers are comparable.

 

[ConnHuskBask]

http://statsheet.com/mcb/players/co...hasheem-thabeet=2006-2007&i=1&p1=amida-brimah

Preface: Brimah's numbers are less diluted by conference level play than Beet's over his freshman year, but its not night and day. Double Amida's minutes to 24 per game like Hash was getting and his numbers are comparable.

I don't think AB could stay in the court that long without fouling out haha.

 

[BoatShow]

If it means anything, UConn has Amida's weight at 217 lbs. Nolan is 212 lbs. Olander is the "beefy" guy in the middle at 230 lbs! LOL I think Storr's needs a Five Guy's on campus!

TO really only weighs 230? I'm a foot shorter than him and 220 and I'm not really even a big guy. We need some big ass dudes! AB is actually fairly muscular up top but man are his base and legs tiny. Really hard to box out like that.

 

[patrick]

I think that we are far enough into the season to make the judgement that Brimah has the highest upside of our bigs. He and the team will benefit from more PT.

Yes Yes Yes!!

Let him play!!

 

[joey3$trike$]

still too stiff and doesnt move his feet well, but at least he gives effort on def. unlike DD who has been terrible.

 

[jibsey]

DD is gonna be the one to save us.