Georgetown Postgame Thread

[Cornell Lt]

Where was Ice Brady?

Sick

 

[Gus Mahler]

I'm glad that lengthy call resulted in an inadvertent whistle. They ought to use that tack more often.

 

[Longtime fan]

-Somebody mentioned it before but it does look like UConn gives up the ball on the opening tip. Never noticed before.

- Even though Hession shot lights out with 6 threes, it was still a solid defensive performance especially after the first quarter.

-Cheli got the minutes that Ice would get and played well. Nice to see her hit a three.

-Chen broke out her scoring slump. Not sure I get the discussion about whether she should start. Both Chen and KK are having very good seasons in their current role.

-Strong had another “head shaking” moment in the first half when she flipped a perfect pass to Cheli while falling down. Few have the instincts to make that play.

-Azzi seamlessly has picked up the scoring slack with Paige’s absence. Plus, her shooting sometimes overshadows how good of a defender she is. It is why, if she stays healthy will be a great pro.

-I am thrilled that Q got time in front of home fans. Especially after her struggles Wednesday. Wish one of her shots would have fallen.

-I rarely mention Shade which, I am like many, who take for granted how consistently well she plays.

-A little slow start but overall a solid performance.

Team is definitely progressing, Yes, ICE was ill and did not make the trip. I don't know what to make of Q. Her prime asset ( I think ) was her 3 point shot. But that has deserted her. She never makes one now. So she churns around and tries to do other stuff. The game has not slowed down for her. I keep hoping the best player she can be will emerge. Everything else you said was right on. I hope both Morgan and Allie get a lot more court time. But the truth is, once Paige returns, and ICE is healthy, and Aubrey returns, that won't happen. We don't want any injuries. That is not the way to provide court time.

 

[JellyBean]

Hats off to Georgetown. They competed hard out there today. In the end, UConn was just too much. Great game. What the heck was the refs reviewing on that rebound by Jana and the player got hit in the eye by her own teammate? I will have to watch the replay later, if Fox replays the game.

Azzi-Looked great out there. Love the confidence she has going.
Sarah-What more to say. She is a joy to watch.
Ashlynn-Love her game. She is that glue player every team needs.
Chen-I love that she is on the team. She does so much.
Jana- Each game she gains that confidence.
Morgan-She is a game changer. Solid rebounding, especially on the offensive glass. That is a mark of fearlessness & desire.
Allie-Got some minutes and did not disappoint.
Q-Got some minutes out there. She just has to remain confident. I love that she is not afraid to shoot the ball.
KK-The floor general. The straw that stirs the drink. She continues to impress. Her defense is what sparks a lot of of our offensive plays.
Ice-Get well. Hope that you feel better.
Paige-Keep resting and getting better.

Great win, UConn!!

 

[JellyBean]

I'm glad that lengthy call resulted in an inadvertent whistle. They ought to use that tack more often.

What were they trying to determine? I couldn't turn the volume up. I was watching the game during a meeting.

 

[hoopsfan22]

What were they trying to determine? I couldn't turn the volume up. I was watching the game during a meeting.

No idea. It was so obvious from the very first replay SNY showed. I think the refs just didn't want to admit they were wrong and were looking for something to justify the foul on Jana which is nuts to me. Why are people so afraid to admit they were wrong?

 

[Ralph]

Was Ice Brady hurt?

sick.

 

[AzzisBraids]

Maybe you have cataract? You’ve hated on her since day 1 .. there’s a reason why Geno starts her ..

it's my opinion. You can disagree, but I don't hate on any of our players and I don't have a cataract either. It's my critique of what I'm seeing and we can all afford to be less catty when we disagree on a topic/stance.

She has all the skills and tools to improve as we go on and the transition to UConn on a one year deal has to be tough. So I get it. She starts because I think we all know she's a talent. She has some elite skills, we just haven't seen them in a UConn jersey yet. I don't think she's playing well right now and that's that.

 

[Zonepress]

All in all - A win is a win:

Azzi Fudd played well offensively but was superb defensively. Her shot is so pretty. She converts on almost every catch and shoot opportunity she has. She needs more pass and repass actions and the offense should flow through her until Paige gets back and when she returns.

KK was good and her being a spark off the bench has turned into her jumpstarting a dead battery. Either way, she ignites this team on both ends.

Sarah Strong is such a steady force and fills in on the guard and post deficiencies.

Chelli was great and has elite passing and feel of the game. Shade made some good plays, Ziebell is coming for someone’s spot and forcing time on the court and El Alfy is coming along.

And this is what a Buecker-less team looks like should Fudd return and I think they have some tools and pieces.

Here’s the not good:

Kaitlyn Chen’s effort is there but is not playing well on offense or defense and something has to change and I don’t care who thinks otherwise. I have 20/20 vision.

My 20/20 is the same as yours

 

[NycUcWbbFan]

it's my opinion. You can disagree, but I don't hate on any of our players and I don't have a cataract either. It's my critique of what I'm seeing and we can all afford to be less catty when we disagree on a topic/stance.

She has all the skills and tools to improve as we go on and the transition to UConn on a one year deal has to be tough. So I get it. She starts because I think we all know she's a talent. She has some elite skills, we just haven't seen them in a UConn jersey yet. I don't think she's playing well right now and that's that.

It is Geno and CD’s opinions that count.

If you think you know emphatically better based on how you worded your opinion, maybe you can send them a memo.

 

[uconnever]

Like what I saw from Jana. She looks like she is definitely getting better.

 

[Urshurak]

Defense poor first quarter, compounded by lights out shooting by GT. Much better after that.

I honestly think Q will be a good defender once she figures out how not to foul. Her offense will get better.

Loving KK.

Sarah, always top shelf.

Jana looked good today after a not great start. She will be fine.

Azzi was awesome. Geno needs to get her at least 5-7 more 3 attempts per game. Also, she is MUCH more than just a 3 point shooter.

Kudos to GT. Lights out shooting.

 

[Centerstream]

I'm glad that lengthy call resulted in an inadvertent whistle. They ought to use that tack more often.

This non call just helps with my opinion that refs make calls based upon what they think happens and not what they see. It's true that some things happened on that play, but the ref blowing the whistle didn't see what it was. A player was poked in the eye or was hit above the shoulders but there was no way that Jana could have done either because she was getting mugged by two players trying to tie the ball up - which never happened. So the ref blows the whistle and calls a foul on Jana. And after the review, the refs just said "oops" because they still wouldn't admit that Jana was getting mugged. Most likely because it is not reviewable.

 

[oldude]

This non call just helps with my opinion that refs make calls based upon what they think happens and not what they see. It's true that some things happened on that play, but the ref blowing the whistle didn't see what it was. A player was poked in the eye or was hit above the shoulders but there was no way that Jana could have done either because she was getting mugged by two players trying to tie the ball up - which never happened. So the ref blows the whistle and calls a foul on Jana. And after the review, the refs just said "oops" because they still wouldn't admit that Jana was getting mugged. Most likely because it is not reviewable.

I’m OK with that play, because what I watched was an extremely aggressive Jana, chasing down a rebound, fighting 2 Georgetown players to come up with the ball and then fighting through a double team to pass the ball to an open teammate. If Jana can rebound like that all the time, UConn has a real opportunity in March.

 

[Majic Hands]

No idea. It was so obvious from the very first replay SNY showed. I think the refs just didn't want to admit they were wrong and were looking for something to justify the foul on Jana which is nuts to me. Why are people so afraid to admit they were wrong?

Yes, the official was adamant with the offensive foul call. Boy oh boy did she have a sour expression looking at the replay.

 

[Happydad745]

We are blessed to have so many freshmen and sophomores who play beyond their years....Strong is obvious, but Chelli seems to not miss a beat when she goes in. Shade and KK are amazing, but when Azzi and Paige are on and in tune, and on the floor, big wow!

 

[Henry]

I was at the game. It was definitely a pro-UConn crowd - there were even a couple of UConn cheers in the arena. Biggest cheers were for hometown girl, Azzi.

Slow start and not a good Q1, especially on defense. Things improved in the Q2 and after halftime. Azzi and Sarah carried the team, with significant contributions from Ash, KK, Morgan and Jana.

Those of us in the arena had no clue what was taking so long with that review. The refs would look at the monitor, huddle up, look at the monitor some more. It didn't seem like they knew what they wanted to do.

Nice to see Aubrey participating in warmups. Can't wait to see her on the court.

 

[Vowelguy]

Like what I saw from Jana. She looks like she is definitely getting better.

I would expect her to get more than 18 mins, esp when Ice is out, if Geno were happy with her play.

 

[packwrap]

I would expect her to get more than 18 mins, esp when Ice is out, if Geno were happy with her play.

Jana 18, Morgan 22. Jana played 1st half of each qtr, Morgan second half, of course a little more.

Geno also left them go for these periods, not in and out. That especially helps Jana. Some positives were Jana doing some rim protecting, blocking shots, rebounding well and passing from high post.

Challenge is she still bobbles the ball, and is a bit slow on her feet.

Morgan provides more flexibility. She has a guard's handle and quickness and can defend 1-5. She's not 6' 5" though.

 

[Centerstream]

I’m OK with that play, because what I watched was an extremely aggressive Jana, chasing down a rebound, fighting 2 Georgetown players to come up with the ball and then fighting through a double team to pass the ball to an open teammate. If Jana can rebound like that all the time, UConn has a real opportunity in March.

My point is just that the ref didn't see what happened but instead of letting them play on, as Jana did, the ref blew the whistle. If she didn't see what actually happened, then one of the other two would have blown their whistle if in fact a possible flagrant foul occurred. Refs can only review for a possible flagrant foul scenario, right??

 

[Centerstream]

Jana 18, Morgan 22. Jana played 1st half of each qtr, Morgan second half, of course a little more.

Geno also left them go for these periods, not in and out. That especially helps Jana. Some positives were Jana doing some rim protecting, blocking shots, rebounding well and passing from high post.

Challenge is she still bobbles the ball, and is a bit slow on her feet.

Morgan provides more flexibility. She has a guard's handle and quickness and can defend 1-5. She's not 6' 5" though.

I think that Jana shows her emotions on the court, that affects her play. Usually Geno will replace her when she does this and she then has a conversation with Chris.

 

[oldude]

My point is just that the ref didn't see what happened but instead of letting them play on, as Jana did, the ref blew the whistle. If she didn't see what actually happened, then one of the other two would have blown their whistle if in fact a possible flagrant foul occurred. Refs can only review for a possible flagrant foul scenario, right??

Some times refs make mistakes. In this case the review of a potential flagrant foul by Jana got the common foul overturned. What I liked is that Jana made one hell of a play, and I wouldn’t have known that unless the ref blew the whistle.

 

[boontonbomber]

Ref from Litchfield, CT.

 

[hookshot]

Ref from Litchfield, CT.

eviction order in process

 

[uconnfan68]

Ref from Litchfield, CT.

And usually a good one. Dee Kantner would have something on Jana.

 

[Alydar]

Starting center only 18 minutes. Let the post live.

UConn was down to 2 posts and when El Alfy got her 1st foul early Geno took her out. She was very good on defense and while her offense is still developing she is a massive physical presence. I like seeing UConn win ball battles.

 

[The deacon]

I'm open minded but not on that specific topic. I respect and love everyone on the Boneyard and appreciate the camaraderie and dialogue but I said what I said.

Your privilege, fellow Boneyarder...

 

[REB1094]

Shoutout Azzi for the great game and shoutout Strong for continuing to be one of the best overall players in the country, but I've been watching KK Arnold

She was 1-16 on threes through the Marquette game. She's 3-3 since. There is still some offensive hesitancy, but an aggressive and scoring KK Arnold (paired with her always excellent defense) can go a long way in keeping miles off Paige and Azzi's legs

 

[HopJim]

Hats off to Georgetown. They competed hard out there today. In the end, UConn was just too much. Great game. What the heck was the refs reviewing on that rebound by Jana and the player got hit in the eye by her own teammate? I will have to watch the replay later, if Fox replays the game.

Azzi-Looked great out there. Love the confidence she has going.
Sarah-What more to say. She is a joy to watch.
Ashlynn-Love her game. She is that glue player every team needs.
Chen-I love that she is on the team. She does so much.
Jana- Each game she gains that confidence.
Morgan-She is a game changer. Solid rebounding, especially on the offensive glass. That is a mark of fearlessness & desire.
Allie-Got some minutes and did not disappoint.
Q-Got some minutes out there. She just has to remain confident. I love that she is not afraid to shoot the ball.
KK-The floor general. The straw that stirs the drink. She continues to impress. Her defense is what sparks a lot of of our offensive plays.
Ice-Get well. Hope that you feel better.
Paige-Keep resting and getting better.

Great win, UConn!!

Great assessment with exception of Jana. After being taken out in the 1st quarter, appeared she got "Genoed." From her expression, appeared she had never seen this type of in your face "coaching" from Geno before. Even though Jana was the only true big suited up, she played very little from then on.

 

[HopJim]

While I have never tracked this before, noticed only one UConn player, Sarah, shot foul shots the entire game. Looking back to other games, appears UConn typically is fouled less. Seems like UConn is driving to the basket more than in the past which would normally create more fouls.
I have to say that I saw good and bad calls on both sides yesterday and didn't notice much disparity. Maybe I am just getting used to the mediocrity of refereeing in the women's game.