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Solid looking numbers too.
Wait -- if he takes ten shots per game, he's only going to make one per game more than Carlton? OMG -- why are we bringing him in?
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Apart from the snarky tone which seems uncalled for, your arithmetic is wrong.
Carlton makes 3.4 fg per game on 6.8 shots, plus makes 1.1 free throws per game to reach 7.8 ppg.
If Javonte Brown Ferguson shoots 60.8% on 10 shots per game, he'll make 6.1 fg per game (2.7 more than Carlton) for 12.2 ppg, and will probably at least match Carlton's 1.1 free throws, for a 13.3 ppg scoring average.
Wait -- if he takes ten shots per game, he's only going to make one per game more than Carlton? OMG -- why are we bringing him in?
Yes, I was being snarky but no, my math wasn't wrong. My point is that if you assume 10 shots a game, the difference between a 50% shooter and a 60% shooter is one basket. And, since Carlton per this board is the worst shooter ever, 1 basket a game doesn't seem like much.
I certainly hope Javonte Brown Ferguson is better than the Josh we've seen post-Indiana this year. But that doesn't stop me from wanting to be snarky to those whose criticism becomes over the top.
Carlton's "win shares" was at 2.9 last season, it has dropped to 1.5 this year (inverse of Whaley correlation), despite an increase in his usage. It was not a lot to begin with, but has only gotten worse, along with his vertical leap, and his unique ability to foul opponents unnecessarily in late game situations.Wait -- if he takes ten shots per game, he's only going to make one per game more than Carlton? OMG -- why are we bringing him in?
Yes, I was being snarky but no, my math wasn't wrong. My point is that if you assume 10 shots a game, the difference between a 50% shooter and a 60% shooter is one basket. And, since Carlton per this board is the worst shooter ever, 1 basket a game doesn't seem like much.
I certainly hope Javonte Brown Ferguson is better than the Josh we've seen post-Indiana this year. But that doesn't stop me from wanting to be snarky to those whose criticism becomes over the top.
In terms of offensive efficiency, the difference between a 60% and 50% shooter on 2 pointers is substantial, especially if the 60% shooter can cut down on Josh's 2.2 turnovers in 21.5 minutes per game. It's similar to the difference between a 33% and 40% 3 point shooter -- i.e. between an average and a plus player.
... and hasn't been a part of a D1 conditioning program yet. The kid is going to be a beast.The real difference is that Carlton is 3+ years older than Javonte Brown Ferguson, who's probably had limited coaching.
He definitely isn’t athletic but the 7 foot part is niceNot to mention that Josh shot 60.7% two years ago. So clearly things change. Guys get better, or worse. Glad to have an athletic 7 foot guy joining the team. I think he is going to do great things, eventually.
He definitely isn’t athletic but the 7 foot part is nice
UConn Recruiting Podcast with Corey Evans
Hi all, Got some time with Corey Evans of rivals for my latest podcast episode. We talk about the incoming class, virtual visits, recruits thoughts on the UConn brand and coaching staff and more. Check it out:the-boneyard.com
5 mins 5 sec in. "He's a 7 ft center that can run the floor like a 6' 5" wing"...
That is hilariously wrong. Anyone who has watched multiple games would agree.UConn Recruiting Podcast with Corey Evans
Hi all, Got some time with Corey Evans of rivals for my latest podcast episode. We talk about the incoming class, virtual visits, recruits thoughts on the UConn brand and coaching staff and more. Check it out:the-boneyard.com
5 mins 5 sec in. "He's a 7 ft center that can run the floor like a 6' 5" wing"...
Yes, I was being snarky but no, my math wasn't wrong. My point is that if you assume 10 shots a game, the difference between a 50% shooter and a 60% shooter is one basket. And, since Carlton per this board is the worst shooter ever, 1 basket a game doesn't seem like much.
I certainly hope Javonte Brown Ferguson is better than the Josh we've seen post-Indiana this year. But that doesn't stop me from wanting to be snarky to those whose criticism becomes over the top.
So your point is this; we have a 50% shooting senior and a 60% shooting freshman. So throw the 60% shooter out. And your reason is that we would only have 1 more basket per 10 shots. You have to be trolling, have to be. Do you take this logic with you to work or can you leave it in a closet somewhere?Yes, I was being snarky but no, my math wasn't wrong. My point is that if you assume 10 shots a game, the difference between a 50% shooter and a 60% shooter is one basket. And, since Carlton per this board is the worst shooter ever, 1 basket a game doesn't seem like much.
I certainly hope Javonte Brown Ferguson is better than the Josh we've seen post-Indiana this year. But that doesn't stop me from wanting to be snarky to those whose criticism becomes over the top.