DavidinNaples
11 is way better than 2..!! :)
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With the official start of the 2013-14 season less than a week away, there is time for at least one more analysis of UConn's incredible roster. Consider the attached list of players with a key statistical "goal/target" that might help make a wonderful season even more magical. Of course, UConn will be just fine even if no one reaches these made up milestones. But imagine if they do.....
1. MoJeff = 100 steals. Moriah had 52 steals in just 677 minutes last season. With her incredible speed, many of her thefts result in an easy 2 pts for the good guys. At an average of slightly more than 2.5 per game, her 100 steals would cover the loss of Faris' team leading 96 and might translate into 70 or so easy buckets. Run, MoJeff, run...
2. Stewie = 100 blocks. Stewart led the team a year ago w/ 74 blocked shots, mostly in the second half of the season. Her shot blocking ability alters the way our guards can play their man on defense, impacts opponents' ability to drive or shoot in the lane and limits opposing players shot selection. Again, just 2.5 blocks per game would do the trick.
3. Dolson = 60 or less turnovers. Stef is the best passing (and shooting) center in WBB and Geno loves to run the offense through her. The result was 117 assists, 3rd highest on the team. But, her 86 turnovers tied for worst. Less turnovers equals more assists and more points. This is your year, Stef!!
4. KML = 125 3's. Kaleena led the world making 118 treys on 49.2% shooting. She is a knife in the heart of opponents who fail to make her the priority on defense. Her quick release and accuracy can put a game out of reach by halftime. But pay too much attention to her and Stewie, Stef, Morgan, et al will kill you. Pick your poison.
5. Banks = 800 minutes. Brianna played just 359 minutes before injury ended her breakout season. With rehab nearly complete, it would be awesome to see 800 quality minutes this season from this talented lefty. Take it slow, then pour it on.
6. Tuck = 75 offensive rebounds. Morgan grabbed 120 rebounds as a freshman, including 41 offensive boards. KML had 85, but in twice the minutes. More minutes = more offensive boards. And after this summer, the idea of Tuck w/ the ball, six feet from our basket, just seems unfair to opponents. (Not really.) Breakout season for MTuck.
7. Hartley = 45% shooting. Bria's accuracy fell from 46% to 39% last season, including 29% from 3 pt range. Raising that back to 45% (37% from 3) would help the offense tremendously. Hartley's not shy, she took 302 shots in 987 minutes w/ 148 3's (2nd most to KML). Come on Bria, you can do it!!
8. Stokes = 180 points. Kia is a defensive beast, 113 rebounds and 39 blocks in just 342 minutes. However, she only scored 88 points and limits Geno's options in tight games. Her shooting % was best on the team at 66%. Watch for Kia to shine.
9. Chong = 12 mins/game. There is no pressure on Saniya to score, rebound or lead the team in any statistic. Give Geno 12 quality minutes each game and MoJeff and Hartley stay fresh and Banks can ease back into full game contact. Saniya is gonna be awesome.
10 &11. TLaw and Pulido are the icing on the cake. Work hard, have fun, savor the minutes and buckle up for a great ride. No expectation, just enjoy.....
Thoughts? Go Huskies..!!!
1. MoJeff = 100 steals. Moriah had 52 steals in just 677 minutes last season. With her incredible speed, many of her thefts result in an easy 2 pts for the good guys. At an average of slightly more than 2.5 per game, her 100 steals would cover the loss of Faris' team leading 96 and might translate into 70 or so easy buckets. Run, MoJeff, run...
2. Stewie = 100 blocks. Stewart led the team a year ago w/ 74 blocked shots, mostly in the second half of the season. Her shot blocking ability alters the way our guards can play their man on defense, impacts opponents' ability to drive or shoot in the lane and limits opposing players shot selection. Again, just 2.5 blocks per game would do the trick.
3. Dolson = 60 or less turnovers. Stef is the best passing (and shooting) center in WBB and Geno loves to run the offense through her. The result was 117 assists, 3rd highest on the team. But, her 86 turnovers tied for worst. Less turnovers equals more assists and more points. This is your year, Stef!!
4. KML = 125 3's. Kaleena led the world making 118 treys on 49.2% shooting. She is a knife in the heart of opponents who fail to make her the priority on defense. Her quick release and accuracy can put a game out of reach by halftime. But pay too much attention to her and Stewie, Stef, Morgan, et al will kill you. Pick your poison.
5. Banks = 800 minutes. Brianna played just 359 minutes before injury ended her breakout season. With rehab nearly complete, it would be awesome to see 800 quality minutes this season from this talented lefty. Take it slow, then pour it on.
6. Tuck = 75 offensive rebounds. Morgan grabbed 120 rebounds as a freshman, including 41 offensive boards. KML had 85, but in twice the minutes. More minutes = more offensive boards. And after this summer, the idea of Tuck w/ the ball, six feet from our basket, just seems unfair to opponents. (Not really.) Breakout season for MTuck.
7. Hartley = 45% shooting. Bria's accuracy fell from 46% to 39% last season, including 29% from 3 pt range. Raising that back to 45% (37% from 3) would help the offense tremendously. Hartley's not shy, she took 302 shots in 987 minutes w/ 148 3's (2nd most to KML). Come on Bria, you can do it!!
8. Stokes = 180 points. Kia is a defensive beast, 113 rebounds and 39 blocks in just 342 minutes. However, she only scored 88 points and limits Geno's options in tight games. Her shooting % was best on the team at 66%. Watch for Kia to shine.
9. Chong = 12 mins/game. There is no pressure on Saniya to score, rebound or lead the team in any statistic. Give Geno 12 quality minutes each game and MoJeff and Hartley stay fresh and Banks can ease back into full game contact. Saniya is gonna be awesome.
10 &11. TLaw and Pulido are the icing on the cake. Work hard, have fun, savor the minutes and buckle up for a great ride. No expectation, just enjoy.....
Thoughts? Go Huskies..!!!
. Why do you think it is called "First Night"? I hope your Dodgers lose.
