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While expectations should be held in check considering the opponent, there was a lot to like about our win against Colgate. We were playing without our best player, and after the abomination that was last season, the win allows us all to breathe a sigh of relief.
Below I'll detail some of the small things I liked about our new players, and why there may be some reason for optimism with this roster.
Alterique Gilbert – Shot creation
Look at that pass! I know Alterique isn’t a ‘newcomer’ per se, but he’s technically still a freshman, and really, I just wanted an excuse to see that pass again and again.
Anyway, last night Alterique was able to get into the lane at will to set teammates up with good looks. His handle looked good, he looked quick, and it was just nice to see him out there healthy again.
Given his size, he needs to develop a consistent floater or mid-range pull-up game, as his outside shot looks like it needs some work. But given that he missed almost all of last season, some rust is to be expected. Still, he played good perimeter defense and acted nicely as a ball-handler and creator. Hopefully he finds his shot as the season progresses.
Antwoine Anderson – Veteran savvy
The play above shows why I’m most excited for Anderson. He drives with the purpose of collapsing the defense and makes a great pass across the court to an open Polley for 3. Anderson made a couple plays like this throughout the night which contributed to his game-high six assists.
Anderson also had a couple clutch shots when our offense had stagnated. He looks to be a nice veteran presence and was a good addition to the roster.
Below I'll detail some of the small things I liked about our new players, and why there may be some reason for optimism with this roster.
Alterique Gilbert – Shot creation
Look at that pass! I know Alterique isn’t a ‘newcomer’ per se, but he’s technically still a freshman, and really, I just wanted an excuse to see that pass again and again.
Anyway, last night Alterique was able to get into the lane at will to set teammates up with good looks. His handle looked good, he looked quick, and it was just nice to see him out there healthy again.
Given his size, he needs to develop a consistent floater or mid-range pull-up game, as his outside shot looks like it needs some work. But given that he missed almost all of last season, some rust is to be expected. Still, he played good perimeter defense and acted nicely as a ball-handler and creator. Hopefully he finds his shot as the season progresses.
Antwoine Anderson – Veteran savvy
The play above shows why I’m most excited for Anderson. He drives with the purpose of collapsing the defense and makes a great pass across the court to an open Polley for 3. Anderson made a couple plays like this throughout the night which contributed to his game-high six assists.
Anderson also had a couple clutch shots when our offense had stagnated. He looks to be a nice veteran presence and was a good addition to the roster.