Seton Hall Postgame Thread

[Centerstream]

You got a problem with a team pressing when they're down 60? Fine with me; pressing when you're up 50 does bother me.

I guess I don't understand why, especially in the 4th quarter. I would want to end the game as soon as possible if my team was getting their b*tt whipped and we couldn't hit the broadside of a barn.
But that's just me.

 

[HuskyNan]

Kaitlyn and KK did not score much today, but had 5 assists each and did a great job on both ends of the floor. I think we will see this dual PG approach to the end as it frees up the big 3 to do their thing - which they did today! Everyone else played well, especially Ash who now has her role down pat, Morgan who is our 1-5 hustler. Just amazing to see again what Aubrey can do, just such an athlete.

Kaitlyn, KK, and, especially, Paige were in Eads’s shorts. The kid is the new Lauren Park-Lane but she was pretty much handcuffed until the fourth quarter

 

[HuskyNan]

I guess I don't understand why, especially in the 4th quarter. I would want to end the game as soon as possible if my team was getting their b*tt whipped and we couldn't hit the broadside of a barn.
But that's just me.

I think Bozzello (sp?) used it as a teaching moment. UConn is the yardstick other Big East teams use to measure themselves by

 

[Zonepress]

It’s been a problem all season, and there were multiple times out of those 26 where the girl had time to set up and it wasn’t a desperate shot.

I’m not being unreasonable to say that perimeter defense is still an issue.

You’re being unreasonable

 

[ThisJustIn]

CD Post game:
It was fun today

When we move the basketball, we're much more difficult to defend. Offense been stagnant last few games. This game, more people movemnet, more ball movement. And helps to hit threes--- only shot sarah missed was a layup. And it was a hard one.


Goal at start to get sarah the ball?

No. Obviously it is the got to get it to your best player. But out of movement. Great movement. Good job getting into gaps and kicking. Need to get better on decisions making. Sometimes get too deep into paint, then look to pass. You have to look like you're going to score, THEN pass it. If you only look to pass, team opposition knows. Alittle basketball nugget for you. <G>

Scout?

Going in most concerned with Faith and Jada - pg is really good.Try and limit the things. When she's not scoring, doing what's needs to do to get others open. Jada - 1/2 her output. Made it difficult on two best players, then you're in pretty good shape.

Paige - defender - Geno said she's better off ball defender v. on ball. Needs to improve for the next level.

She tries to use her length. That's why started out on PG. You have to determine do you want to do that and maybe wear out Paige? Or get her going on offensive end. Not like Nika - who wouldn't switch. Ever. Even when we said switch. <g> She has improved, but better off back.

Sarah!

I've said it before, she's got great hands and feet. Her footwork allows her do good against bigger players. Her quick hands she gets things I don't think she's going to. Can go up and secure rebounds. Soccer player when younger, which may explain her pace, goes with the flow.<g> That's what soccer players do - or, at least, that's what it looks like to me. She's gifted and unselfish. Looking to pass instead of shoot. I think Paige taught her that. <g>

We're going to have to change that. She could score 40 at any point. Don't know that she wants to. But she's going to need to. You have to work and know you can shoot and take advantage of those opportunities. When you pass it up, you can put us in a bad position. (Paige took away a shot by taking a second dribble)

She has a - both parents played/coach - she's been around the game and knows bball. Questions she asks are reall bball questions. Should I do THIS or This. Only going to get better from here, and she's already pretty good.

Basketball only, now back to school. Like? No?

They actually the like the change/routine. During the break, I have no idea what day it is. Everything is the same. Diff sense in school year.

Crowd was amazing. To have so many show up w/ the uncertainty of the weather. When they say we're the Basketball Captial of the World, it's different here. And we know that. People come her from all over and they know it. Thanks to all the fans, hopefully drive home safely. And back here Wed. Return of stduent section. Hope they're ready to be loud

 

[freshler40]

There are certain players you just love to watch. For me one of them is Aubrey. She looked stronger to me also which I was delighted to see. She is a great timed leaper and she just knows where to go to get the ball. When she is on the break she should get the ball. Her strides are so long and her jumping ability is so good that when open, give it.

Our point guards do not usually pass the ball up ahead and try to initiate the break by dribbling. You are losing the opportunity to get transition baskets when you do that but it happens at least a dozen times a game. The best fast break teams in history like the 60s Celts begin and complete it with passes, not dribbling. Even a one second quicker receipt of the ball by a great offensive player, and we have 3 of them, can make all the difference. As an example there was one play where KC had the ball in transition and she passed it up ahead to Azzi, who had a defender on her who was slightly out of position. Azzi got the ball, saw it, and drove right towards the baseline and pulled up for a jumper. She wasn't alone on the shot but the defender was out of position which was the same as being unguarded for a 10 foot shot from Azzi. Money.

Good point! Our point guards dribble a lot but with improved down court options, that might change. In this game we shot so well it didn't matter but being able to get the ball into El Alfy more or a double high post option could result in improved inside play. Hoping KK can finish better. She sure can find the seams and needs to complete the play.

 

[and one]

I heard them say on the broadcast that these were throwback jerseys, but I didn't hear what era they were from. Can you share your knowledge, @and one ?

There are many that know more about the minutiae of things UConn, so feel free to correct me on this. The uniform style used today was the regular livery from the late 90s into the early 2000s. They looked great on Suzie Bird and Dee. Over the years when when the Huskies have worn them for a game or two Boneyarders have often commented on how much they liked that uniform style.

 

[Tonyc]

With a healthy Griff we increased our rebounding defense and experience. Throw in our Big 3 and I think we can win it all this season. The difference today is we were healthy and on point. We 're getting to 100% healthy. When that happens....well...... We have 3 sensational players in the Big 3. Griff will add something special. We gonna be tuff to beat. BTW those of you concerned about Tenn theyre losing to Vandy today. We must stay healthy and continue to improve.

 

[HuskyNan]

I’ve got to say, Ash is a warrior in the paint going for rebounds. She boxes out really well and fights off bigger players, often tipping the ball to a teammate. She’s listed as 5-10 in the roster but I think that’s generous.

 

[huskeynut]

I believe the "throw back" that were worn today started in the early 2000's. I know D wore them during her four years.

 

[Rb335]

A feel good win, that I think this team needed. Revitalized by returning to Gampel. Congratulations to Paige, reaching 2000 points faster than Maya is pretty remarkable. Will continue to cherish the moments we have left to marvel at her brilliance.

As others noted, amazing to see the big 3 finally play like the big 3. A trend to watch as I think we go as they go.

So happy for Aubrey. I loved her leaking out in transition, and notice how she posted up purposefully a few times. Her skill set is something we’re really missing. If she can get up to speed and provide 20 min a game, that would be huge. She rebounds, defends, plays great defense, pushes tempo, and draws fouls. A lot of what we are missing.

To stay on theme for the season, could we see a lineup of Kk, Paige, Azzi, Aubrey and Sarah. That would be an experienced, athletic, balanced option.

 

[Zarathustra]

I’ve got to say, Ash is a warrior in the paint going for rebounds. She boxes out really well and fights off bigger players, often tipping the ball for a teammate. She’s listed as 5-10 in the roster but I think that’s generous.

Ashlynn Shade vs Seton Hall: 15 minutes, 8 points on 100 % shooting ...
3/3 field goals, 2/2 three pointers, four rebounds, three assists, and
tied for the most steals (with KK) at three. She had a +/- of + 30! and
had the third best efficiency rating on the team today 18... behind
Paige and Sarah and slightly ahead of Azzi who was rated at 11.

 

[RockyMTblue2]

There is nothing like home cookin'. Anybody want to bet there's a thread on this score in the land of Tennessee? As @oldude noted very fine it was to see Aubrey out there.

The play that had my heart though was earli in the first quarter - maybe mid- and there was a wild scramble on the floor with a loose ball that eventually was corraled by a Seton Hall player who got a couple of strides in when suddenly Paige squeezed onto the sideline and stole it.

 

[HuskyNan]

There is nothing like home cookin'. Anybody want to bet there's a thread on this score in the land of Tennessee? As @oldude noted very fine it was to see Aubrey out there.

See the Vandy thread

 

[Huskee11]

Great atmosphere, not quite a full house as the upper level student section was not quite filled. Classes start Tuesday, and I saw more than a few students/parents toting suitcases and laundry baskets into the dorms while we were driving in and out.

I have seen all of their home games and this is the best they have looked all season. Only stumbled a bit against the Seton Hall press in the third quarter and a cold spell for the first half of the fourth. Other than that, really special.

Great energy from the opening tap, which we won for a change. Paige did a good job on Eads and Sarah on Masonius. Actually quite a few players were able to hold Masonius in check and she was very frustrated by the end. She had 29 against LSU and UConn held her to eight. The other players for Seton Hall cannot shoot a lick, so keeping those two in check was the focus. CD said as much in her post game interview with Bob Joyce. (About keeping Eads and Masonius in check that is, she did not comment negatively on the shooting ability of the other Pirates.)

Loved the ball movement and decisiveness when shooting.

Moment of the game - sorry Paige - was when Aubrey went to the scorers table and checked in in the second quarter. I'm not crying, you're crying.

Some interesting box score observations - everyone scored and everyone but Azzi had at least one rebound. Azzi gets the "pure shooter" award as she was 7 for 11 from the field including 4 for 8 from three but aside from three turnovers, had goose eggs in all of the other statistical categories. But that is ok since she was shooting without hesitation and played her usual good defense.

Seeing twelve names in the boxscore is a sight to behold. Also nice seeing Allie ring up a few threes, and Morgan playing another solid all-around game.

 

[Kat]

The big three is rolling. Really impressed with Azzi's all-around game. Geno used a lot of different combinations, and I'm not surprised that KK got a lot of minutes. She steadies the ship, regardless of who is on the floor. Morgan looks better with each game, and Kaitlyn really seemed more confident and synchronized with what everyone was doing. Aubrey was the cherry on top.

 

[Bigboote]

I was wicked bummed toward the end of the game, knowing the naysayers would be denied the chance to flood this thread with their doom and gloom.

 

[BRS24]

I'm enjoying all of the combos of players on the floor. I think the coaching staff has a lot of things to look at on film that will tell them what works and what doesn't. The "young" lineup in towards the end of the 4Q will reap benefits in the future. Maybe not this year, however the fact that Geno had to play KK and Ash a lot last year, showed that sometimes you have to trust the youngins, inexperience and all. And yes, I'm ok with a less that perfect 4Q to give some of the bench players valuable playing time.

 

[Happydad745]

Great job today, out of this world shooting, especially from 3 pt. land. Congrats to Paige, she earned it. Sarah Strong looks like a first or second team All-American.
The only change I would make, and many will disagree, but in my opinion Bueckers should be the PG, with Shade starting instead of Chen or KK...offensively UConn could generate more points because of her passing skills and would still benefit from her shooting.

 

[AzzisBraids]

When Paige, Azzi and Sarah are buzzing like that it's really a sight to see. They just took turns making shot after shot and defensively set the tone. I love when those three bring the ball up, a good thing happened almost every time. This is the first time we've seen all three in full flight and if this is the worst it looks, they have a strong foundation for a March run.

Chen played well defensively and in these kind of games, it was exactly what was needed. Against elite teams, her offensive game will be a defining factor but taking charges and effort plays, well done, I'll back off her for now.

Aubrey is back and goodness it was good to see her. Brady looks like she's tired of being on the bench and had a different intensity level this game, El Alfy is gaining her confidence. Shade smiling and knocking down shots was great. Everyone scored, and it was a great Sunday win.

 

[GoUconn7961]

Good game.
happy for Paige.
happy for Aubrey.

 

[Ron and Vida]

Great all around game today. Was a pleasure to see how good we can be is Paige, Sarah and Azzi are in the zone.

Need to work on the press break to get ready for Tennessee!

Agree
The problems with the press brought back bad memories

 

[Ron and Vida]

Really?? Seton Hall was 4/26 from the arc.
If the other team is hitting 15% of their 3's, why would you worry about guarding them out there?

 

[Ron and Vida]

This is not new but an ongoing problem
The teams we need to beat for number 12 will not shoot 15% of their 3s