Marquette Scouting Report

[Excalibur]

i do think Johnson played well against Marquette in that first meeting and earned the playing time he was given. Johnson is more comfortable playing defense away from the basket than Tarris and Gould will be hanging by the 3 pt line.

Having said that, I do wonder if Tarris should get more playing time because Gould really is not that great of a 3 pt shooter, although UConn doesn't want to just leave him all alone to shoot 3s, but Tarris can post up Gould and bully him and over power him. This would be create a good volume of 2 pt baskets at a good efficiency if Marquette doesn't double, but they surely will, which means Tarris can find open shooters at the 3 pt line.

The only other game in the last 7 that Johnson had more minutes was Seton Hall (where Reed looked asleep), so if we are following the trend I'd expect the split to be 25/15 in favor of Reed, barring foul trouble.

 

[BigErnMcCracken]

That win was clearly a bit of fools' gold. We absolutely shot the lights out, and they couldn't throw the ball in the ocean.

We turned the ball over 25 times, it’s not like UConn played out of their minds. It’s okay to just say they did what they needed to do to win without finding a reason to discount it.

 

[RuffRuff]

That win was clearly a bit of fools' gold. We absolutely shot the lights out, and they couldn't throw the ball in the ocean.

See, even though Johnson was effective, it defeats a bit of what I'm hoping for as I would prefer this team to develop an identity with Tarris an a GUY, consistently and intentionally. I feel this gives them their best chance to win meaningful games in March. This back and forth with Samson is uninspiring, even if he has stretches of being effective. I repeat, Tarris is our most physically advantaged and talented guy on the floor at any given point, make him central and stop with the Samson back and forth. Go iron clad with your best players, make the opposition plan for them. Ride them through thick or thin and commit and if it's clear there is a matchup issue, spell as needed.

I see absolutely ZERO strategy where Samson is the better matchup to commit to going into a game unless we want to be the flimsy inconsistent team we've been all year. Develop an identity with your most physically imposing player as a nucleus, not an inconsistently used bench piece against a subpar loyalty 5.

 

[yungdowork]

See, even though Johnson was effective, it defeats a bit of what I'm hoping for as I would prefer this team to develop an identity with Tarris an a GUY, consistently and intentionally. I feel this gives them their best chance to win meaningful games in March. This back and forth with Samson is uninspiring, even if he has stretches of being effective. I repeat, Tarris is our most physically advantaged and talented guy on the floor at any given point, make him central and stop with the Samson back and forth. Go iron clad with your best players, make the opposition plan for them. Ride them through thick or thin and commit and if it's clear there is a matchup issue, spell as needed.

I see absolutely ZERO strategy where Samson is the better matchup to commit to going into a game unless we want to be the flimsy inconsistent team we've been all year.

Samson was perfect from the field and the line in the first Marquette matchup and we won the rebound battle by 10 even though he only grabbed 4. I don't think it's wrong to think he could put in a good shift again, but I also agree that he should probably only be getting 10-15 minutes in this one.

I just personally think getting Tarris to assert himself so we can have some semblance of an inside-out game is better for the team at this point. If teams have to send help into the paint, we have the shooters to capitalize. If they don't send help, Tarris will eat. I think he has the keys at this point as long as he can stay out of foul trouble.

 

[RuffRuff]

Samson was perfect from the field and the line in the first Marquette matchup and we won the rebound battle by 10 even though he only grabbed 4. I don't think it's wrong to think he could put in a good shift again, but I also agree that he should probably only be getting 10-15 minutes in this one.

I just personally think getting Tarris to assert himself so we can have some semblance of an inside-out game is better for the team at this point. If teams have to send help into the paint, we have the shooters to capitalize. If they don't send help, Tarris will eat. I think he has the keys at this point as long as he can stay out of foul trouble.

Couldn't agree more. When you go into March, go in with your most talented players core to both sides of the ball. Win or lose, do it with your best players. He will be a reason we make a run, if we do. You got a handful of games left to commit and centralize him, do it. Running Samson out there my expectations go draino.

 

[Umami Zen]

We turned the ball over 25 times, it’s not like UConn played out of their minds. It’s okay to just say they did what they needed to do to win without finding a reason to discount it.

IIRC-McNeeley DNP due to injury- Those TO numbers would have been clearly affected with his help.

 

[AntG168]

That win was clearly a bit of fools' gold. We absolutely shot the lights out, and they couldn't throw the ball in the ocean.

Yea but we also turned the ball over 25 times

 

[huskyjawz]

Tarris should be able to bury Ben Gold under the basket over and over if he comes out like he did versus Providence.

Danny should park Reed under the basket rather than chase Gold out to the three point line. Reed's great at closing off the dribble drive and controlling the glass.

 

[AntG168]

IIRC-McNeeley DNP due to injury- Those TO numbers would have been clearly affected with his help.

And Hass was playing on a half a leg. He's looked healthier the last couple of weeks, I don't think Nowell was active due to injury either

 

[6Nattys4Us]

And Hass was playing on a half a leg. He's looked healthier the last couple of weeks, I don't think Nowell was active due to injury either

Yes the keys to why this game is different:
1. Haas is closer to 85-90% than 50% then.
2. Nowell can go 8-10 minutes as needed and does not turn the ball over much
3. Liam is starting instead of Stewart
4. Reed, Jr., is emerging as a bona fide big who will get us rebounds, put backs, and fouls on Gold.
5. But we won't shoot THAT good again - hopefully close
6. But they won't shoot THAT badly again - hopefully close
7. It's a home game - Gampel is a good +3-5 on the scoreboard.
8. It's March

 

[REB1094]

We won’t shoot 12-19 on threes again

Marquette cannot guard Tarris Reed, and everybody knows Marquette cannot guard Tarris Reed. I’d expect quick double teams so Tarris will need to be ready to find the open man, and guys have to be ready to catch the ball and hit the open shots

Ben Gold was invisible last game, but I’m sure Shaka will plan for him to pop out for threes when we hedge. Especially when Tarris is in there as he is very slow to recover

Need everyone to play strong perimeter defense again. We blew up almost everything Marquette wanted to do last time, can’t take defense for granted when you’re playing Kam Jones

Connecticut has not been kind to Marquette. I don’t think they’ve won here since we came back to the BE. Let’s keep the streak going!

 

[RuffRuff]

We won’t shoot 12-19 on threes again

Marquette cannot guard Tarris Reed, and everybody knows Marquette cannot guard Tarris Reed. I’d expect quick double teams so Tarris will need to be ready to find the open man, and guys have to be ready to catch the ball and hit the open shots

Ben Gold was invisible last game, but I’m sure Shaka will plan for him to pop out for threes when we hedge. Especially when Tarris is in there as he is very slow to recover

Need everyone to play strong perimeter defense again. We blew up almost everything Marquette wanted to do last time, can’t take defense for granted when you’re playing Kam Jones

Connecticut has not been kind to Marquette. I don’t think they’ve won here since we came back to the BE. Let’s keep the streak going!

Zubi had 13 rebounds, 6 offensively against Marquette. Not only could Tarris eat in the post, but he could scrape O rebounds all day against their flimsy front court. He may have some challenges defensively against Gold if he's spacing him out, but I would let Beaker beat us all day and that would be last of the worries. If Ben Gold is their go to, we are in a good spot. Play off him with help, and if he happens to have a hot start from 3, adjust.

 

[80shusky]

FEED REED.

 

[SwingDog]

FEED REED.

 

[Kemba15]

UConn -2.5

 

[mauconnfan]

Last 2 regular season games once again in case I forget Saturday thanks for all you do @Hey Adrien you’re the best!

 

[Hans Sprungfeld]

Last 2 regular season games once again in case I forget Saturday thanks for all you do @Hey Adrien you’re the best!

A genuine service.

 

[Hunt for 7]

Five wins in a row to close out the season. If we do we become a nightmare for any team unlucky enough to draw us in their bracket.

Five wins in a row starting tomorrow and the mojo will be strong.

 

[RuffRuff]

 

[sdglast]

"We need Big East guys to play in this league moving forward". I think he gets it!

 

[RichZ]

I cannot say I'm not concerned about tonight's game, but it should be winnable. This is as close to a make or break our season game as I could imagine. We beat them at their house 7 games ago, but since then, we've dropped three and they've improved. Last time around, Tarris barely played, and Samson went 4 for 4 frm the field and 5 for 5 from the line, but only had 3 boards if memory serves. Liam didn't play, but Solo had his best outing as a Husky going off for 25 points (including 7 for 9 from 3) and grabbed 11 boards.

I think that limiting Kam Jones is still the key to a win. If we can keep him in check with 15 or less along with fewer than 5 dimes, we should be in good shape.

I'm looking for more points from Tarris on more minutes than he played last time around, and a strong contribution from Liam. Can't expect Solo to go off like that again, but with Liam's contribution, Reed's increased production, Alex's return to normal, and 15 points or so from Solo should do the job.

 

[gtcam]

"We need Big East guys to play in this league moving forward". I think he gets it!

10 months later............................................

 

[RuffRuff]

I cannot say I'm not concerned about tonight's game, but it should be winnable. This is as close to a make or break our season game as I could imagine. We beat them at their house 7 games ago, but since then, we've dropped three and they've improved. Last time around, Tarris barely played, and Samson went 4 for 4 frm the field and 5 for 5 from the line, but only had 3 boards if memory serves. Liam didn't play, but Solo had his best outing as a Husky going off for 25 points (including 7 for 9 from 3) and grabbed 11 boards.

I think that limiting Kam Jones is still the key to a win. If we can keep him in check with 15 or less along with fewer than 5 dimes, we should be in good shape.

I'm looking for more points from Tarris on more minutes than he played last time around, and a strong contribution from Liam. Can't expect Solo to go off like that again, but with Liam's contribution, Reed's increased production, Alex's return to normal, and 15 points or so from Solo should do the job.

They haven’t improved - they have beaten 4 bad teams (DePaul, SH, PC and Gtown) along with getting shellacked by Nova.

This is the same Marquette team, and a game we should absolutely win. Agree it’s a massive litmus test to understand what we are made of, maybe the most important of the season.

 

[AllHusky]

I cannot say I'm not concerned about tonight's game, but it should be winnable. This is as close to a make or break our season game as I could imagine. We beat them at their house 7 games ago, but since then, we've dropped three and they've improved. Last time around, Tarris barely played, and Samson went 4 for 4 frm the field and 5 for 5 from the line, but only had 3 boards if memory serves. Liam didn't play, but Solo had his best outing as a Husky going off for 25 points (including 7 for 9 from 3) and grabbed 11 boards.

I think that limiting Kam Jones is still the key to a win. If we can keep him in check with 15 or less along with fewer than 5 dimes, we should be in good shape.

I'm looking for more points from Tarris on more minutes than he played last time around, and a strong contribution from Liam. Can't expect Solo to go off like that again, but with Liam's contribution, Reed's increased production, Alex's return to normal, and 15 points or so from Solo should do the job.

"should be winnable"?? C'mon Rich Z, great test, we will need to play well, but I'm hoping you and all the Yard feel any game is winnable. Need +++++NRG from the Yard and all fans.

 

[MU in MKE]

Tonight will be interesting. Some good breakdowns of MU and the matchup here.

One thing to note though is that Gold broke a finger the week before the last time MU/UConn played and was also playing with an undisclosed lower body injury and hadn't really gotten back to healthy until 2ish weeks ago.