DePaul v ND

[azfan]

Bruno's team has put up monster numbers, over 100 once, 98 twice and 94. They tune up ND on the 11th.

 

[DEpup]

I watched the Green Bay game a bit and DePaul can score but they can also go cold so ND could do one of their second half come backs.. Also need to know whether DePaul's Stovall is healthy. She got injured Saturday. Its still in DePaul's control.

 

[WestCoast]

During its blowout loss to Oregon State in the preseason NIT, DePaul really struggled with its shooting. However, it was apparent that its players have been given green lights to shoot. It would be a very fun system for an offensive-oriented player to play in.

 

[Shmermerer]

I watched the Green Bay game a bit and DePaul can score but they can also go cold so ND could do one of their second half come backs.. Also need to know whether DePaul's Stovall is healthy. She got injured Saturday. Its still in DePaul's control.

Just a little info. You might be mixing up Stovall and Stonewall. Stovall was a reserve PG that got injured. She averaged 10mpg. Although the injury really sucks, she wasn’t a key cog. Chante Stonewall is our leading scorer and is usually the biggest player on the court for our team. She’s healthy. Also to note, Kiara Dallmann is now available. She’s 6”2 and will make an immediate impact. JUCO player who I think had the highest FG %. She went 2-2 at Green Bay. Made one 3. Had a couple steals and assists. Not too shabby for her first game this season.

 

[ConnecticutBB]

Has ND commented as to whether Sam Brunnell will be playing?

 

[Wbbfan1]

This is an important game for Notre Dame. Win and its a Resume Builder to make the Tournament. Relatively speaking Notre Dame has an easier ACC schedule then some other ACC teams. They play Pittsburgh, Boston College and Syracuse twice. Syracuse is not the team they were for the last couple of years. IF ND gets healthy, its possible they can have a winning record ACC Conference play. They will also need to upset one of the better ACC teams to make the tournament.

 

[bballnut90]

Has ND commented as to whether Sam Brunnell will be playing?

I think she will be...she went out in the UCONN game but apparently could've come back toward the end but game was out of reach so they rested her instead.

 

[DefenseBB]

I am happy to report I can root for some “Blue” evil entity even if it’s not a “Devil” but a “Demon” as a worthy ND opponent with a strong chance of beating them...

 

[donalddoowop]

I think she will be...she went out in the UCONN game but apparently could've come back toward the end but game was out of reach so they rested her instead.

I believe there was more than one reason Brunelle was kept out of the second half. One for safety reasons and one to keep her confidence level up. UConn was doing a good job of keeping her in check. I have seen coaches do that before to protect their player's confidence. Just my opinion.

 

[Mdoggie]

Im not worried about DePaul vs ND. The Blue Demons just might give UConn all they can handle. Thats my worry.

 

[azfan]

Was less than 10 hours until tip-off there are five die hard ND fans who see potential for victory here. Looking forward to that game and seeing Doug Bruno's squad. This might be a year that Bruno can realistically expect to beat Geno.

 

[donalddoowop]

I believe there was more than one reason Brunelle was kept out of the second half. One for safety reasons and one to keep her confidence level up. UConn was doing a good job of keeping her in check. I have seen coaches do that before to protect their player's confidence. Just my opinion.

Im not worried about DePaul vs ND. The Blue Demons just might give UConn all they can handle. Thats my worry.

I believe they will give UConn all they can handle. I'm believing UConn will handle it. However, if DePaul hits half of their threes, UConn may not be able to handle that and still win the game.

 

[azfan]

I believe they will give UConn all they can handle. I'm believing UConn will handle it. However, if DePaul hits half of their threes, UConn may not be able to handle that and still win the game.

I agree completely. Over on the Connecticut board I posted a poll regarding Connecticut defense of DePaul as well as playing time for Irwin and Griffin.

I know Bruno loves the three and in addition to that if DePaul gets off more shots than Connecticut we could have a challenge. Given Bruno's philosophy this year his team breaks even on the boards and averages 22 turnovers a game. So this should be interesting and I'll be keeping my eye on Irwin and Liv.

 

[DefenseBB]

I believe there was more than one reason Brunelle was kept out of the second half. One for safety reasons and one to keep her confidence level up. UConn was doing a good job of keeping her in check. I have seen coaches do that before to protect their player's confidence. Just my opinion.

All due respect intended here Mr. Donald, have you seen Brunelle’s stats? They are pathetic no matter how you slice it. In fact all of ND stats are rather pathetic so sitting her to keep her confidence was not the reason.
Here are NDs stats: note Brunelle FG .383 her 3 pt .203 and her FT .697 all are BRUTAL.

https://und.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Season-Stats-13-1.pdf

 

[donalddoowop]

All due respect intended here Mr. Donald, have you seen Brunelle’s stats? They are pathetic no matter how you slice it. In fact all of ND stats are rather pathetic so sitting her to keep her confidence was not the reason.
Here are NDs stats: note Brunelle FG .383 her 3 pt .203 and her FT .697 all are BRUTAL.

https://und.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Season-Stats-13-1.pdf

Yes, but she had not chosen to commit to those other schools. So, if she had at one time wanted to attend UConn, getting shut down by them, I believe, would hurt her more than any other school stopping her. I believe it was MM decision. JMO.

 

[WestCoast]

Game underway in South Bend. DePaul has five shooters in its starting lineup. DePaul's offensive philosophy appears to be shoot whenever you think you are open. 8-3 DePaul leads. Frenetic pace desired by DePaul.

 

[Kaizen]

Free watch the game: Your Sports Stream

 

[WestCoast]

Entertaining first quarter. ND leads 30-24. Lots of shots. McGraw up off the bench to express her frustration with her team. DePaul is the modern day Loyola Marymount of women's hoops. There apparently are no bad shots if you can get your shot off.

 

[Alydar]

N Dame has the lead after one but at the end of the period they were already starting to show fatigue, allowing several DePaul offensive rebounds.

 

[Alydar]

I think Bruno wants the pace pushed at all costs, hoping to gas the Irish and win in the end.

 

[EricLA]

Was less than 10 hours until tip-off there are five die hard ND fans who see potential for victory here. Looking forward to that game and seeing Doug Bruno's squad. This might be a year that Bruno can realistically expect to beat Geno.

Just no.

 

[WestCoast]

McGraw shaking her head after DePaul hits three trifectas in a row to prompt a timeout. 41-39 ND with 6 minutes to play in the second quarter. First team to 100 wins tonight.

 

[DaBball]

There is absolutely no way that DePaul can hang with UConn.

 

[Kaizen]

Depaul 51 - 53 at half

 

[Alydar]

N Dame shot 61% (60%) in the half but lead by just 2.