You can see the difference Polley makes

[Dream Jobbed 2.0]

Comes back and hit some shots but most importantly with a high caliber catch and shoot guy it keeps the defense honest and creates space for everyone else. Our diagonal passing and cutting was great because the d can’t sell out on the paint. Great to have him in the lineup.

 

[Glastonhusky]

Comes back and hit some shots but most importantly with a high caliber catch and shoot guy it keeps the defense honest and creates space for everyone else. Our diagonal passing and cutting was great because the d can’t sell out on the paint. Great to have him in the lineup.

I agree. I thought he did take a couple of quick, rushed shots and he looked much better when his shots came within the flow of the offense. But overall very encouraging.

 

[Hey Adrien!]

One of my favorite plays of the game is when Polley grabbed an under-the-basket board and then kicked it out to Martin for a three. Fun role-reversal play, if you're into that stuff.

 

[UCSouth]

The best he's looked all season. Hopefully his confidence is on the right track.

 

[CTBasketball]

He's a good spot shooter off the bench. If he gives anything more its a definite plus. He played well tonight.

 

[Dream Jobbed 2.0]

He's a good spot shooter off the bench. If he gives anything more its a definite plus. He played well tonight.

Agreed. If he hits a shot or two and gives us some defense and rebounding when Akok is back that’s HUGE. There will be games he gets 15 points and games he barely plays. I just hope he’s okay with that role.

 

[BuffaloHusky]

I thought he looked really aggressive and if he continues with that attitude, it will be vital to put him on the floor at the same time as Bouk and Cole who will either have easy driving lanes or uncontested 3's.

 

[Palatine]

I agree he is an important piece.

He is still coming back from the injury. He has a lot more to give.

 

[Kitaman]

He'll even improve when the rust and lack of reps are gone. Just saying more playing time is what he needs coming back from his injury. We need his 3 point threat, especially now that Bouk is no longer our secret.

 

[HungryHuskies]

hopefully he ends up being lights out like Niels Giffey. Loved Niels' game.

 

[CL82]

Comes back and hit some shots but most importantly with a high caliber catch and shoot guy it keeps the defense honest and creates space for everyone else. Our diagonal passing and cutting was great because the d can’t sell out on the paint. Great to have him in the lineup.

This. He would have been a difference maker against Creighton. Looking forward to the rematch.

 

[StllH8L8ner]

Teams are going to be trying desperately to stop Bouk which should open up good looks for guys on the perimeter. Just need to be ready to knock them down. Polley looked much more comfortable last night so he could be could sticking some daggers in teams soon. And I keep forgetting about Akok but I'm not going to expect a ton out of him right away as he gets back into the swing of things.

 

[NJHusky]

And I keep forgetting about Akok but I'm not going to expect a ton out of him right away as he gets back into the swing of things.

It's going to take him some time...he's only 10 months post injury. Durant is 18 months post injury, and shows you can recover from this.

 

[HHusky]

I agree that Akok will take a longer time getting back to his old self than Polley. Polly's game is less dependent on his athleticism than Akok's. Akok needs his full athleticism to deliver all his game (defense,
rim protection and boards), so it wouldn't surprise me if he takes a month of "being back" before he's really "cooking".

 

[UconnU]

Martin and Adams seem to be the biggest beneficiary. Teams will likely play up on Polley, double bouk, play our 5 straight up and leave 1 guy to guard who ever else is on the court and spacing should be nice.

 

[MuchoDogYears]

I agree that Akok will take a longer time getting back to his old self than Polley. Polly's game is less dependent on his athleticism than Akok's. Akok needs his full athleticism to deliver all his game (defense,
rim protection and boards), so it wouldn't surprise me if he takes a month of "being back" before he's really "cooking".

Based on zero knowledge and having absolutely no credibility on the subject, I none the less am certain that Akok will not be back to his pre-injury abilities this season.
Even if his Achilles has healed completely, it’s going to take time to trust it. I don’t see how he won’t be afraid this year of snapping it again, which will lead to tentative play.

 

[Son of Robert]

I would not be surprised to see Polley back in the starting lineup at some point. The 4 out, one in, spread the floor, keep the ball moving, penetrate and kick, pass, pass, really makes for pretty basketball and open shots.

 

[Spaceman213J]

I would not be surprised to see Polley back in the starting lineup at some point. The 4 out, one in, spread the floor, keep the ball moving, penetrate and kick, pass, pass, really makes for pretty basketball and open shots.

I think he needs to have a few games without the silly, pointless fouls though. He can't let himself take him out of games.
Also, Martin isn't going anywhere for the time being. Unless Bouk starts at point, it will be real tough to get back to starting. No matter, he will get some meaningful minutes either way.

 

[Son of Robert]

I think he needs to have a few games without the silly, pointless fouls though. He can't let himself take him out of games.
Also, Martin isn't going anywhere for the time being. Unless Bouk starts at point, it will be real tough to get back to starting. No matter, he will get some meaningful minutes either way.

Cole, Bouk, Martin, Polley, Whaley

 

[glastonbury50]

Polley's head fake is deadly. He really shakes defenders off with that.

 

[olehead]

Based on zero knowledge and having absolutely no credibility on the subject, I none the less am certain that Akok will not be back to his pre-injury abilities this season.
Even if his Achilles has healed completely, it’s going to take time to trust it. I don’t see how he won’t be afraid this year of snapping it again, which will lead to tentative play.

Does he NEED to come back this year?

 

[olehead]

One of my favorite plays of the game is when Polley grabbed an under-the-basket board and then kicked it out to Martin for a three. Fun role-reversal play, if you're into that stuff.

Fantastic out of range rebound. He seemed springy on that particular board, did he come out of this w/ greater athletic prowess? He looked good so let's hope!

Edit: Rebound not rebounder

 

[Spaceman213J]

Cole, Bouk, Martin, Polley, Whaley

I think with AJ out for now Polley will get some more minutes at the 3 and Carlton is going to keep getting significant minutes if he keeps his solid play up. I think the other teams player at 4 will determine some of Polley's minutes