Paige vs Caitlin

[hoopsfan22]

My own personal view

Caitlin is like a super intense action movie
Paige is like a beautifully orchestrated classical concert.

But each in their own way can take on the characteristics of the other

Geno did say Paige was a pretty good piano player.

 

[UCTitleTown]

Imagine how many points Paige could put up if that was her primary role? All of UConn's players were highly ranked recruits and buy into the team first concept.

 

[Gurleyman]

I just think they are different. I used to be in the Paige is way more efficient and wins way more camp, but Paige’s efficiency came down to earth a little and Clark’s got a little better - and they started winning more. So now it’s pretty fair to put them in the same breath - the way Taurasi and Beard were in the same breath for a long time until DT put a lid on that with title No. 3.

Iowa wants to play high scoring games, and Clark has the green light and has the ball in her hands a ton. I have never seen Paige come down and shoot a three (or a jumper) without getting into some sort of offense where other players touch the ball, and Clark does that 4-5 times a game - by design, since they want her to constantly put pressure on the defense and look for shots before the other team is organized.

Iowa has much better spacing than we do, since all of their other perimeter players - Martin, Marshall, Warnock and Taiwo - shoot the 3 at a very high clip. When Clark drives, she doesn’t see three bodies in the paint the way Paige does, since we don’t have that kind of shooting, so people can say and help. Instead, we rely more on ball movement and player movement to get shots. Iowa has a really good system for her to thrive with her shot-making skills, and sometimes I wish we could stick three-point shooters on either wing and just let Paige go to work. In future years Paige should see more driving lanes with Fudd and DuCharme keeping defenders at home, though.

 

[my2cents]

Another scouting tip: overplay Paige to her right!

Why don't you jump on an Iowa board and share your tip???

 

[chrissaran]

Believe UConn will win, but not as big as some think, 89-80.

 

[eebmg]

Holly saying ESPN is working on a feature of Caitlin / Paige

Also, she said they never played against each other in any game.

 

[CL82]

The better question is who plays Caitlin. I’m guessing Williams.


( oh, by the way, we’re doomed.)

 

[The CDR-Ret]

The better question is who plays Caitlin. I’m guessing Williams.


( oh, by the way, we’re doomed.)

Not doomed, just domed.... as in Alamo Dome... Geno is back & Iowa was effectively the 26th ranked TEAM in the final pole.
2.57 days to domination and a spot in the Elite Eigth for Monday...

 

[eebmg]

Louisville coach Jeff Walz was the coach of that U-19 team and is excited to see the matchup – if his team isn’t playing at the same time.

“Caitlin and Paige are two great players who have a passion for the game,” he said, adding that he is “looking forward to them going head to head in the Sweet 16. It’s going to be a fun game to watch.”

By the way, Hailey Van Lith getting into the groove a little as Dana Evans continues to struggle

 

[Boreifs]

This is Bird (Indiana State) vs. Magic (Michigan State) title game all over again! Ratings on Saturday night will be through the roof, surpassing the 1979 classic.

Great analogy, particularly considering the supporting cast.

 

[Husky fanatic]

Does anyone know if the game will be on Saturday or Sunday?

Saturday on ABC at 1 PM

 

[warbler1055]

The better question is who plays Caitlin. I’m guessing Williams.


( oh, by the way, we’re doomed.)

Nika Muhl is another option if she is cleared to play. Just hope that Williams doesn't get into fouls problems.

 

[warbler1055]

Holly saying ESPN is working on a feature of Caitlin / Paige

Also, she said they never played against each other in any game.

ESPN must know it's Iowa vs UConn!!!?

 

[eebmg]

ESPN must know it's Iowa vs UConn!!!?

I assume the Prognosticator thread will adjust accordingly. How many pts Paige and Caitlin get

 

[CL82]

Not doomed, just domed.... as in Alamo Dome... Geno is back & Iowa was effectively the 26th ranked TEAM in the final pole.
2.57 days to domination and a spot in the Elite Eigth for Monday...

 

[GoUconn7961]

The better question is who plays Caitlin. I’m guessing Williams.


( oh, by the way, we’re doomed.)

You have made the MOJO Gods happy.

 

[PAHuskeyFan]

I agree w/your assessment of Liv here. It took the first quarter to figure out how they were going to handle Cardoso. After that Cardoso was no longer a factor. That being said it will be very important for Liv to make the bulk of her shots down low and not miss as many chippies as she did against High Point.

...and Cardoso is 6'7"... the Iowa Center is 6'3"... I have confidence in Liv and/or Aaliya to hold her in check