I like these kids

[willie99]

they like each other, they play hard and they're fun to watch

JA, AG & TL can all score and lead us against anybody, our bigs get rebounds and even score some, and they play very hard on D

I wish we ran a few more sets on offense, but this is not the time to complain

THANK YOU HUSKIES

 

[Ts5034]

And the best part is...they all wanted to be here!

 

[jibsey]

Tonight the big news was Gilbert showing the kind of player he can be, something we have not seen this year. Excited.

 

[AntG168]

Tonight the big news was Gilbert showing the kind of player he can be, something we have not seen this year. Excited.

Gilbert was impressive.......and he can still be better. He’s special

 

[Paesano]

A lot of positive signs. Did anyone notice the positive energy from the bench and, in particular, when we were on the defensive end? They encouraged and recognized effort on D. And I liked how guys released early to rotate and help. And it wasn't a half hearted effort. They really swarmed the ball on D. In general, there were a lot of hustle plays. THAT is infectious.

The offense was ok in comparison. I don't know if people are not seeing the open man or if people are not getting open but there isn't enough ball movement. On the positive side, we've got guys that can create their own offense and we've got a guy that throws great picks to help them create. If the ball movement improves, this could get really interesting.

 

[CL82]

I had a big smile on my face when Vital bounced it off the Out of bounds Duck and Carlton started clapping and pointing to his head (smart play.)

It's too soon to tell how good they'll be but they've found a way to win four times in the team hasn't been firing on all cylinders yet.

 

[Hans Sprungfeld]

And the best part is...they all wanted to be here!

D
While watching the game, I still didn't miss anyone from last year. I was very concerned when Carlton got his 3rd & 4th fouls so early in the second half, and wish Cobb had been available. As a supposition, Jackson's shooting would be helpful, but I like defensive intensity a lot.

 

[Hankster]

So far this team is basketball smart. They do all want to be there and having fun. Seems like they have been playing together for 2 years. Ollie can basically cll anyone off the bench to go in and do the job. He deserves that.

 

[Blaneylover]

A lot of positive signs. Did anyone notice the positive energy from the bench and, in particular, when we were on the defensive end? They encouraged and recognized effort on D. And I liked how guys released early to rotate and help. And it wasn't a half hearted effort. They really swarmed the ball on D. In general, there were a lot of hustle plays. THAT is infectious.

The offense was ok in comparison. I don't know if people are not seeing the open man or if people are not getting open but there isn't enough ball movement. On the positive side, we've got guys that can create their own offense and we've got a guy that throws great picks to help them create. If the ball movement improves, this could get really interesting.

I totally agree about the enthusiasm and energy coming from the bench. Everybody is engaged. They know that there may come a time during the game where HCKO looks to them. It just didn't see that last year.

 

[Travelman6]

The basketball IQ is for sure higher than last year. Much higher. Last year there were more stepping on the line in one game than in 4 games so far this year. I am also sure coach will work on some of the weaker aspects like free throw shooting for some of the players, boxing out for some of the players, especially getting defensive rebounds to prevent 2nd opportunities for the opposing team and more ball movement leading to more assists. But, thankfully those are all things that can be coached and with this group, I am sure will be improved.

 

[UConnNick]

Steven who? Vance who? Juwan who? I just had a lot of trouble remembering their first names.

 

[Dream Jobbed 2.0]

 

[willie99]

and the game vs Michigan State changes nothing, I've learned to enjoy the ride a long time ago