Classic Bill.
BShark
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Digging into this site some more and it's interesting.
Has the Juan, Remy, CB, Och, Dave line-up as 2nd best in the country (behind an Illinois line-up). Obviously that line-up hasn't really played in conference but still it says something.
It tries to account for overall player ratings on offense and defense. So I looked at the rankings across the entire big 12 among players with at least 150 possessions to this point.
The top 3 players you ask? Och, CB, Dave. The next 5!! are Baylor's starters. Then Dajuan as the 9th best player (haters in shambles) then Bishop of Texas 10th and Remy 11th. Where is the next KU player? JWill all the way down at 58th (I think he will start to rise as he continues to play better). Mitch is 75th and JCole is 80th in what I call the KState player zone because his defensive rating is the 2nd worst in the conference among qualifying players.
Basically all numbers everywhere think KJ is more interesting to play than Mitch. But small sample size for KJ.
Also, apparently the 2nd best offensive rebounder in the country according to kenpom.
https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article257306702.html ↗
"KU allowed an opponent-adjusted team defensive efficiency of 85.8 points per 100 possessions with McCormack on the court, compared to 99.9 for Lightfoot"
🐦 View Tweet Well this is adorable.
@tis4tim Totally not wrong. When he actually decides to pass he is pretty good at it. It's when he thinks he has to carry the scoring load via 1 on 1/2 plays that we have problems.
@DCHawker said in Post WV game thoughts:
A different perspective....I think we are a better team with Remy. He is a scoring guard and helps spread the floor. And, he can get his own shot.
BUT, the key to today's game was that we stopped trying to feed the post every possession. I would submit that the reason Dave scored more efficiently, and, related to that, got 10 offensive rebounds, is that he was FACING the basket most of the game, not with his BACK to the basket. He is simply not a good back to the basket big man. We ran a play for him the first play of the game, but very few after that. Did he attempt even one of his awful "start 2 ft from the basket, and then put it on the floor and end up with a 6 ft+ fadeaway semi-hook. I would have to go back and watch the tape, but I believe of his 9 buckets, most came from put backs or drives and dishes. He brings a lot more to the table if he isn't a primary scoring option.
Dave even passed the ball a few times, I saw it!
Heard some other great news today regarding KU football. Was sworn to secrecy but there are lots of reasons to be excited right now.
@FarmerJayhawk said in 2022 Crootin:
My god the KSU fans are SO SALTY
Imagine tampering to get a guy to transfer then losing him to your in state rival.
If there was nothing to this situation, Bill doesn't even address it, he laughs it off. Also obviously he is pissed that stuff got out.
@benshawks08 said in Non-KU Games:
Is it just me or does Bryce look like a different player? I remember him having kind of an awkward bent over look with the ball and a hitch in his shot. Saw neither of those things in the short amount I watched at the end of that Baylor game.
He was in his own head last year. That said, he has been pretty not great this year, barring today obviously.
Watching most other teams makes me even more grateful for Self.
@Crimsonorblue22 said in Non-KU Games:
@BShark Bryce shooting to soon
They don't run any semblance of an offense. Just random iso ball. Not a fan.
OSU choking.
@Kcmatt7 said in 2022 Crootin:
Ky and Phelps are big wins. Pass rush was weak and you can’t have enough playmakers.
Most games are won and lost in the trenches. It's just such a huge advantage if you have good line play.
CROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOTS
:popcorn:
@DCHawker said in Non-KU Games:
Gonzaga just put up 60 in the first half against a decent Santa Clara team...
"decent"
I guess it's a struggle to find teams with a pulse in the WCC. :p
Hard disagree.
@jessejayhawk said in WVU Game Thread:
Yes looked really good. His play should earn him more playing time.
A lot of factors are leaving Bill little choice right now, so I think he will continue to play. Bobby clearly isn't right yet after the injury plus covid.
@benshawks08 said in WVU Game Thread:
Anyone have eyes on Remy on the bench today? Was he engaged and cheering or just in attendance?
@jayballer67 said in WVU Game Thread:
@BShark said in WVU Game Thread:
That's a 52 piece half against a top 20 defense.
that's a nice piece of work - - Joe played I feel well backing Juan today
He did! Didn't make a shot but did things well and at least held on to the ball and defended on a day when Bob didn't have it.
JWill 7-7 on 2 point shots today...
That's a 52 piece half against a top 20 defense.
For those wondering why JCL doesn't play more.... He is very limited athletically.
Hopefully a corner turning moment for JWill. He has to be better than he has been this season.
Jalen and Dave playing well. YOU ABSOLUTELY LOVE TO SEE IT.
@BeddieKU23 said in WVU Game Thread:
Looks athletic today perhaps whatever injury was hobbling him is gone
He was very clearly hurt, unlike, well, you know...
Hawks tbh
I like the looks we have taken from 3 this game. Mostly pretty open.
@DCHawker said in WVU Game Thread:
WVU 7-31. But 12 more points from the FT line.
Rock fight all the way. Bad ball.
Gotta keep playing KJ. He impacts the game positively with his athleticism. Develop him, he is a bright spot for the future.
@BeddieKU23 said in WVU Game Thread:
@BShark said in WVU Game Thread:
Amazing trolling from Bill playing Harris, Mitch and KJ at the same time.
His I can't shoot specials
He'd play Garrett with those 3 if he could.
Amazing trolling from Bill playing Harris, Mitch and KJ at the same time.
@BeddieKU23 said in WVU Game Thread:
Bobby's not playable
Sad but true at this point and Joe still can't see any time. This team turns it over like crazy.
Everyone should press us tbh
@DCHawker said in WVU Game Thread:
Rebounding continues to be a problem. They have more offensive rebounds than we have total. We need Jalen to help on the glass, not setting up 24 feet away from the rim...
Yeah this makes sense, we are allergic to rebounding. Hopefully that changes next year...
I've moved on to next year mentally but will continue to watch lol.
@DCHawker said in Non-KU Games:
UK is going to be challenge. They just put up 52 in the first half on Tennessee, which is a pretty good defensive team. Held a few teams to less than 50 for the game.
I mean, they will destroy us.
Line-up is official, Dave back.
We good.
Looking forward to the future of this team. I like the last two classes.
@Marco Not going to be a fun game.
Remy news might come tumbling out soon.
Kenpom defensive ranks
OSU 13
Tech 3
ISU 5
WVU 20
Grinder ball.
Phelps lookin like a Jayhawk
@jayballer67 said in Non-KU Games:
And of Course goes to figure K/State has only allowed Tech 3 points in the first 8 minutes plus of the game - -geez
This Tech had the lead within the next 4 minutes. Crazy game!