Is Gakdeng out for Friday's game?

[Bone Dog]

Maria Gakdeng didn't play in UNC's last game, against NC A&T. Let's hope there's nothing serious and she comes back soon. Without her, their front court loses a lot of experience. Thomas and Toomey played 15 minutes each, which means Kara played small ball for at least 10 mins. Alyssa Ustby picked up the rebounding slack with 9, and Laila Hull grabbed 5. Even without Gakdeng, UNC still has some height with two freshmen posts and a trio of big guard/forwards in Ustby (6'1"), Hull (6'1") and Donarski (6'0").

If I had to guess, I'd say Ice and Jana will have an advantage against Thomas and Toomey, especially with Sarah on the floor next to either of them. I kind of hope Gakdeng plays Friday, just because Ice and Jana could use the better challenge. If Geno follows his pattern of the last couple games and sits Paige Sarah and Ash for the 4th quarter, Morgan Allie and Q could play key roles in a more competitive game.

 

[ed4ourgirls]

UNC is coached by Courtney Banghart. Kara coaches the Dookies.

 

[Bone Dog]

UNC is coached by Courtney Banghart. Kara coaches the Dookies.

D’oh!

 

[BobbyJ]

Maria Gakdeng didn't play in UNC's last game, against NC A&T. Let's hope there's nothing serious and she comes back soon. Without her, their front court loses a lot of experience. Thomas and Toomey played 15 minutes each, which means Kara played small ball for at least 10 mins. Alyssa Ustby picked up the rebounding slack with 9, and Laila Hull grabbed 5. Even without Gakdeng, UNC still has some height with two freshmen posts and a trio of big guard/forwards in Ustby (6'1"), Hull (6'1") and Donarski (6'0").

If I had to guess, I'd say Ice and Jana will have an advantage against Thomas and Toomey, especially with Sarah on the floor next to either of them. I kind of hope Gakdeng plays Friday, just because Ice and Jana could use the better challenge. If Geno follows his pattern of the last couple games and sits Paige Sarah and Ash for the 4th quarter, Morgan Allie and Q could play key roles in a more competitive game.

If it’s a competitive game Bueckers, Strong, and Shade won’t be sitting for any of the 4th quarter unless they’re in foul trouble.

 

[Centerstream]

No answer yet?????

 

[yhun89]

If Gakdeng is out, Ustby will be under the rim 24/7, and she's a big foul baiter. Jana/Ice will inevitably pick up a few fouls trying to grab rebound from her.

 

[Vowelguy]

UNC is coached by Courtney Banghart. Kara coaches the Dookies.

Are you sure? I know Banghart is a favorite of @triaddukefan

 

[triaddukefan]

Maria Gakdeng didn't play in UNC's last game, against NC A&T. Let's hope there's nothing serious and she comes back soon. Without her, their front court loses a lot of experience. Thomas and Toomey played 15 minutes each, which means Kara played small ball for at least 10 mins. Alyssa Ustby picked up the rebounding slack with 9, and Laila Hull grabbed 5. Even without Gakdeng, UNC still has some height with two freshmen posts and a trio of big guard/forwards in Ustby (6'1"), Hull (6'1") and Donarski (6'0").

If I had to guess, I'd say Ice and Jana will have an advantage against Thomas and Toomey, especially with Sarah on the floor next to either of them. I kind of hope Gakdeng plays Friday, just because Ice and Jana could use the better challenge. If Geno follows his pattern of the last couple games and sits Paige Sarah and Ash for the 4th quarter, Morgan Allie and Q could play key roles in a more competitive game.

Are you sure? I know Banghart is a favorite of @triaddukefan