Ole Miss Postgame thread (merged)

[Boreifs]

When another team plays well, it is not necessarily because UConn played badly. They were blowing this team out in the first half; like a young team, they lost the intensity in the third quarter but regained the momentum in the fourth. Contrast that with USC, which almost lost and most likely should have.. In the interim, Mississippi has blown out every one of their opponents; the team is severely underrated by the polls. Instead of looking for negatives, why not talk about the great play of Azzi and Jana as well as the superb defense in the first half, etc.

 

[Charliebball]

So, what’s the solution? Is there one?

Yes those two proved last year that they were incapable of playing basketball at a high level.......it's a shame UConn didn't make it into the NCAA tournament because of their lousy play........I think they should just sit out for the rest of this season so that doesn't happen again........

 

[hoophuskee]

My initial thought for this team was once Azzi came back you would need to insert her for Chen and bring Jana in for Ash. Tonight UConn was the better team and when they were big gave Ole Miss a look they couldn't defend. Going forward I expect Ash and KK to come off the bench to spell Paige or Azzi and unfortunately Chen will move down the line a ways.

If Geno continues to try to play small ball they will have serious problems and one of them will be in a couple weeks when they play ND. I love the way Sarah plays and I love her ability to catch the ball. Her skills coupled with her size make her a mismatch that forces the other team to make a choice. Azzi and Paige will be amazing but it is time to take off the training wheels and let them go.

IMO exatct opposite.

 

[Boreifs]

My initial thought for this team was once Azzi came back you would need to insert her for Chen and bring Jana in for Ash. Tonight UConn was the better team and when they were big gave Ole Miss a look they couldn't defend. Going forward I expect Ash and KK to come off the bench to spell Paige or Azzi and unfortunately Chen will move down the line a ways.

If Geno continues to try to play small ball they will have serious problems and one of them will be in a couple weeks when they play ND. I love the way Sarah plays and I love her ability to catch the ball. Her skills coupled with her size make her a mismatch that forces the other team to make a choice. Azzi and Paige will be amazing but it is time to take off the training wheels and let them go.

Yanna will most likely play next Tuesday against Holy Cross . Let's reserve judgment until she and Aubrey are in the mix. At that point Uonn will have a 10-player rotation.

 

[Stagnant]

Yes those two proved last year that they were incapable of playing basketball at a high level.......it's a shame UConn didn't make it into the NCAA tournament because of their lousy play........I think they should just sit out for the rest of this season so that doesn't happen again........

Muhl and Edwards were on the court with them last year. Muhl, Edwards, and Paige commanded the lions share of attention. It was a lot easier to be a complimentary piece last year.

This is a totally different team. Look at Shade’s stats in the last several big games:

Shade tonight - 2 points
North Carolina - 3 points
Iowa - 5 points
USC - 5 points
Duke - 0 points

KK is averaging only 3 points per game this season.

I think it is fair to take a look at this and have some concerns.

 

[hookshot]

Q not played by Geno; not mentioned in the game posts. Is she lost forever?

Only went with 8 player rotation is this competitive game. Q is currently in the 11 player rotation. You will see her often in Conference games

 

[Zonepress]

IMO exatct opposite.

U r correct playing big against n dame would be pretty foolish

 

[Stagnant]

Only went with 8 player rotation is this competitive game. Q is currently in the 11 player rotation. You will see her often in Conference games

Frankly, Q did not play well against Oregon state. I would have been surprised to see her tonight.

 

[hoophuskee]

U r correct playing big against n dame would be pretty foolish

Even without playing against ND.

 

[packwrap]

Fast athletic guards, and big strong posts have been UConn kryptonite in recent years.

Ole Miss gave us the chance to deal with the guards. Great prep for ND and the new Tenn.

Azzi and Jana got rolling. Jana, 8 pts 9 rebounds for the fake double double and 100% fg vs a power 4 tourney team. Azzi 18 clutch points.

Sarah will keep her green light from 3. She pulls defenders out from under the basket.

Chen, KK and Ash were simply swallowed up by the Miss guards. They need more experience with that type of athlete. This is where Azzi's experience and talent is so important.

 

[Jewels]

Yanna will most likely play next Tuesday against Holy Cross . Let's reserve judgment until she and Aubrey are in the mix. At that point Uonn will have a 10-player rotation.

Any one know why she was back in a shoulder sling again tonight?

 

[Heytherego]

Any one know why she was back in a shoulder sling again tonight?

Geno said in the post game presser that she ran into something at practice and it’s a minor setback

 

[hoophuskee]

Muhl and Edwards were on the court with them last year. Muhl, Edwards, and Paige commanded the lions share of attention. It was a lot easier to be a complimentary piece last year.

This is a totally different team. Look at Shade’s stats in the last several big games:

Shade tonight - 2 points
North Carolina - 3 points
Iowa - 5 points
USC - 5 points
Duke - 0 points

KK is averaging only 3 points per game this season.

I think it is fair to take a look at this and have some concerns.

Noen of the players not named Piage are the potential offensive player that Azzi is. Then the more attention she'll garner will give all others more open looks. It's only a matter of time now that offenses may have to start game planning Azzi too.

 

[Blueballer]

Fast athletic guards, and big strong posts have been UConn kryptonite in recent years.

Ole Miss gave us the chance to deal with the guards. Great prep for ND and the new Tenn.

Azzi and Jana got rolling. Jana, 8 pts 9 rebounds for the fake double double and 100% fg vs a power 4 tourney team. Azzi 18 clutch points.

Sarah will keep her green light from 3. She pulls defenders out from under the basket.

Chen, KK and Ash were simply swallowed up by the Miss guards. They need more experience with that type of athlete. This is where Azzi's experience and talent is so important.

Fast athletic guards, and big strong posts are kryptonite for EVERYBODY

 

[Stagnant]

So hoophuskee, it’s time to move Azzi into the starting lineup. Isn’t it?

 

[hookshot]

Yanna will most likely play next Tuesday against Holy Cross . Let's reserve judgment until she and

 

[ThisJustIn]

I thought I saw somewhere that Ash took a blow to the ribs last game. Can anyone confirm?

I believe CD: Sarah should continue shooting 3's.

This is a super young team playing against vets in their 6th game.

Clearly we're DOOOOOMED!

 

[hoophuskee]

So hoophuskee, it’s time to move Azzi into the starting lineup. Isn’t it?

As a fan I say yes for sure. But I realize their might be still a minute restriction. If she played 28 today maybe 20 - 25 next game but within next few absolutely.

You think so too?

 

[ERWUC65]

On a typical UConn team KK and Ash are role players and I think Geno is trying to force them and Chen into roles they just aren't ready to handle.

I like KK and Ash off the bench in mostly defensive spots as they are well conditioned, fast and disruptive. Ash is a good spot up shooter with time, but without the slash and drive of Azzi. I am most hoping for Chen to step up as we need a PG to allow Paige to move about to the 2 and 3 to shoot and distribute and run the team.

 

[Stagnant]

If I am reading the stats right, I think strong is 8-32 from 3 this year. That’s pretty rough. I remember as a freshman Caroline seemed to lose confidence in her shot and she was dealing with her concussion issues. But she seemed to never really lose her green light.

So, if we think Sarah Strong can shoot it… she should keep shooting it. We need someone to take those shots. Only 3-14 as a team tonight from behind the arc.

 

[Charliebball]

Muhl and Edwards were on the court with them last year. Muhl, Edwards, and Paige commanded the lions share of attention. It was a lot easier to be a complimentary piece last year.

This is a totally different team. Look at Shade’s stats in the last several big games:

Shade tonight - 2 points
North Carolina - 3 points
Iowa - 5 points
USC - 5 points
Duke - 0 points

KK is averaging only 3 points per game this season.

I think it is fair to take a look at this and have some concerns.

I think both players are still works in progress and the only way they will improve is by playing them.........when Azzi is 100% fit and Aubrey Griffen is ready to play, they will take minutes from Shade and KK but UConn needs their contributions this year just as they did last year.....

 

[David54]

Since starting 0 for 10 on her threes Sarah is 8 for 17. Keep shooting sarah

Azzis is shooting 12% on her threes. Should she stop shooting them?

 

[ERWUC65]

Yes those two proved last year that they were incapable of playing basketball at a high level.......it's a shame UConn didn't make it into the NCAA tournament because of their lousy play........I think they should just sit out for the rest of this season so that doesn't happen again........

The level of play this year in the league is going to be a considerable measure above last year - just look at the games so far and the players skill sets. And they are all stacked on the top 10-15 teams. Last year you could name 5 top players, now there are least 20 -25 and lots of 5th year seniors, grad students, etc. We will need everyone at their best and those who start and those who come in off the bench will all play an important part. The pace will be high and depth and conditioning will be the key to get thru the 30+ games and the tournament.

 

[NYFan]

Geno said in the post game presser that she ran into something at practice and it’s a minor setback

Probably Jana...