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Seton Hall Post Game Thread

bballtalk said:
The question has been where can we can get contributions outside of the fab 4. Well today, we saw how well Griffin, Makurat, Bent, and Irwin can play. Kyla may not have scored, but she led the team in assist again, which we need since Crystal is out. We have to stop expecting everything to be perfect. We have to let the girls learn and grow. I saw we were down like 10 early second quarter and the thought of us losing never crossed my mind. Do we have things to improve on? Yes 100%. I won’t be pretty all the time. You take the win and build on it.
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You should have stopped into the Chat Room...
 
I certainly enjoyed watching Aubrey have a great all around game tonight but I cringed a few times when she seemed to try and make a move towards the basket when it seemed like there was no place to go. These happened in the lane at the basket and I believe ended up in a TO. But this was early on and then was almost perfecto for the rest of her time on the court!!!
 
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Biff said:
Sorry but I find that hard to believe.
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Well, I don’t see any improvement in her game whatsoever, compared to last year. That is a really bad omen, particularly since she spent her summer playing USA basketball. Tonight was a game where she needed to step up, with the point guard out and the post in early foul trouble. Instead, she committed three offensive fouls in about two minutes. When UConn put the game away in the fourth, she hardly contributed. That doesn’t sound like the number one recruit to me. I hope I am way off base, but the usual sophomore leap is not happening so far IMO.
 
Jordy said:
She also is only an offensive threat in transition. She has not shown any ability to create her own shot in the half court. Next year, she may have trouble getting minutes on a team with Westbrook, Makurat, Muhl and Bueckers, unless there is a huge improvement between now and then.
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uhhhhh..............I don't think so but if that turns out to be the case then UConn will be well on their way to a very, very big season........... ;)
 
Jordy said:
Well, I don’t see any improvement in her game whatsoever, compared to last year. That is a really bad omen, particularly since she spent her summer playing USA basketball. Tonight was a game where she needed to step up, with the point guard out and the post in early foul trouble. Instead, she committed three offensive fouls in about two minutes. When UConn put the game away in the fourth, she hardly contributed. That doesn’t sound like the number one recruit to me. I hope I am way off base, but the usual sophomore leap is not happening so far IMO.
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Don’t worry... you are way off base.
 
JoePgh said:
On another note, I have to think that Evelyn Adebayo is getting demoralized now, considering that this is her last season of college basketball. Being the only player that didn't get off the bench in this game has to hurt. And it will only get worse in January when (hopefully) Batouly Camara returns to the court.
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This is the part I don't understand. Was the coaching staff so wrong in their evaluation of her as a college player, and it's not like they did not have enough information like with a high school kid. She looked pretty mobile and had skills in that game vs Tennessee last year.
 
Jordy said:
She also is only an offensive threat in transition. She has not shown any ability to create her own shot in the half court. Next year, she may have trouble getting minutes on a team with Westbrook, Makurat, Muhl and Bueckers, unless there is a huge improvement between now and then.
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CW is one of the best on the team at creating her own shot. Also, some of you need to lay off Kyla. She, like every other player, contributed tonight. Some on here think every player every game should be living up to the standards they have placed on them. They look for any little negative thing they can find to say about a player's performance. CW is going to be a star.
 
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pvdoggy said:
This is the part I don't understand. Was the coaching staff so wrong in their evaluation of her as a college player, and it's not like they did not have enough information like with a high school kid. She looked pretty mobile and had skills in that game vs Tennessee last year.
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I don’t think it’s Evelyn’s offense that’s the problem. In the few minutes I’ve seen her, she struggles to move her feet on defense.
 
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oldude said:
Some thoughts on the Seton Hall game:
  • Everyone can take a deep breath. Playing with our senior pg out with an injury, and without the entire sophomore class for a large part of the game, UConn is now 7-0. Lots to be concerned about with the Huskies. I’m sure other BY’ers will fill in the details.
  • Welcome to the new normal in WBB, which is following the trend of MBB, when almost any team can get hot from the arc and give a ranked team fits.
  • Playing at her dad’s old school, Aubrey’s energy, athleticism and contributions at both ends of the court were tremendous tonight. I keep saying this because it’s true: Once she figures out what she’s doing, Aubrey will be able to impact the game like Gabby did. She was pretty darn good tonight when UConn really needed her to be.
  • On the road, in a band box gym, against a tough team, in front of an enthusiastic crowd, this game reminded me of an old Big East battle. Credit to Seton Hall for not “mailing it in.” The Pirates came out and competed hard vs the Huskies.
  • Molly finally decided to take some shots rather than passing the ball all the time, and she reminded me of the young lady who won the 3-pt shooting contest on 1st Night.
  • Megan continues to be solid, playing at an AA level for the Huskies.
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To mimic @JordyG Yep doubled (not to be out done). Well said, Oldude well said.
 
oldude said:
I don’t think it’s Evelyn’s offense that’s the problem. In the few minutes I’ve seen her, she struggles to move her feet in defense.
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E.A. is best on defense when she blocks the center of the key. Kalli McLaren type. (the one that beat LsU
 
I would love to see the postgame presser. Any chance we can find it ?
 
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oldude said:
I don’t think it’s Evelyn’s offense that’s the problem. In the few minutes I’ve seen her, she struggles to move her feet on defense.
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Didn't they see that watching film from last year?
 
donalddoowop said:
CW is one of the best on the team at creating her own shot. Also, some of you need to lay off Kyla. She, like every other player, contributed tonight. Some on here think every player every game should be living up to the standards they have placed on them. They look for any little negative thing they can find to say about a player's performance. CW is going to be a star.
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Agree. Kyla is doing pretty much what Geno said she should be doing in the pre-game interview. He basically said Kyla's job is to make pass to the open teammate, rebound, block out, etc... and only take a "non-moving" set shot when she is wide open. I think Kyla understands her role very well this year and is fullfilling a particular need for the team.
 
MSGRET said:
The official scorer only gave AG 1 block but she had 2 for sure and maybe 3 during the game.
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Sometimes it looks like a block when Aubrey springs up like Inspector Gadget to intercept or deflect a pass that’s over her head. She has incredible timing when she snatches overhead passes out of midair.
 
CTtoSanDiego said:
Megan is great... but she still forces some shots that make me cringe... CW goes long periods without being aggressive at all, and she is so much better when she is aggressive... so happy to see Molly finally take some shots.. props to her... Anna continues to improve her shooting, and the rest of her game is solid. Ono still needs to learn how not to foul, but her turn around jumper was great tonight. Kyla steady, and I guess that's the most we can really ask for her. And finally, great to see a break out game by Aubrey... so much athleticism... she just needs to let it go. And as I've patted myself on the back in another post, I was the first to bring her to the boneyard's attention, with an article about her interest in UConn way before she committed. Make me proud, Aubrey!!! :)
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Hard for CW to be aggressive when she has 3 early fouls. That said, I agree with you that she tends to disappear when she isn't full steam ahead.
 
Jordy said:
Well, I don’t see any improvement in her game whatsoever, compared to last year. That is a really bad omen, particularly since she spent her summer playing USA basketball. Tonight was a game where she needed to step up, with the point guard out and the post in early foul trouble. Instead, she committed three offensive fouls in about two minutes. When UConn put the game away in the fourth, she hardly contributed. That doesn’t sound like the number one recruit to me. I hope I am way off base, but the usual sophomore leap is not happening so far IMO.
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sounds similar to what people said about MW last year ‍♀️‍
 
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CW got tentative tonight after the 3rd foul. She didn't look to drive or attack after that. She needs to find a balance--and to avoid getting in foul trouble in the first place.
 
VAMike23 said:
i don’t see any postgame interviews but here are the highlights —

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Some quotes in Alexa's article

www.courant.com

Aubrey Griffin scores 25 points to help lead UConn over tenacious Seton Hall in second-straight game without Crystal Dangerfield

With UConn starting point guard Crystal Dangerfield out for the second straight game with a back issue, someone needed to step up and help put away former, and future, Big East opponent Seton Hall …
www.courant.com www.courant.com

“[Thursday’s game] gives me a lot of confidence, just that I know that I have an impact on the game, just coming in, getting rebounds, offensive boards, driving to the basket," Griffin said.

so Geno is giving her the Freshman treatment using "kid" Apparently she will need to do more to be called Aubrey :):)

“You’re going to see this a lot in her career, and you’re going to see it often," Auriemma added. "I don’t know if she’s ready to do it right now, but you’re going to see this a lot. That kid’s capable of doing things that very few kids can. She has a knack for the ball. The kid’s unique, man. She’s something else.”

and some Molly love

“Nobody deserves it more, to be able to play meaningful minutes in a meaningful game, as a senior at UConn,” Auriemma said. “It means more to her and Kyla [Irwin] than anyone will ever know. ... Right now, Molly’s probably the happiest person in Connecticut. No doubt about it. Nobody works harder than her and she deserves it. I’m really, really proud of her.” ;)

and good Crystal news

“Things look really, really good,” Auriemma said. “We’re confident. I’m fairly certain that she’ll be practicing tomorrow and playing this weekend," Auriemma said. "If you [asked] me ‘is there a better chance that she’s going to play or not play?’ I’ll tell you she’s playing.”
 
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No disrespect intended whatsoever...but did a couple of the Seton Hall guards look just a tad young for college ball? They could play no doubt...but at first glance I thought they were Middle School Intermural age.

But damn, the girl could shoot.
 
The only thing I would quibble with the OP about is the idea that Megan was solid. She's professional and quiet in the way she goes about her business, but 29 points is way better than solid. 15, 16 points is solid. Megan was magnificent.
 
Jordy said:
She also is only an offensive threat in transition. She has not shown any ability to create her own shot in the half court. Next year, she may have trouble getting minutes on a team with Westbrook, Makurat, Muhl and Bueckers, unless there is a huge improvement between now and then.
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Jordy said:
Well, I don’t see any improvement in her game whatsoever, compared to last year. That is a really bad omen, particularly since she spent her summer playing USA basketball. Tonight was a game where she needed to step up, with the point guard out and the post in early foul trouble. Instead, she committed three offensive fouls in about two minutes. When UConn put the game away in the fourth, she hardly contributed. That doesn’t sound like the number one recruit to me. I hope I am way off base, but the usual sophomore leap is not happening so far IMO.
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Nonsense
 
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