The flop I despise the most is the 3 pt shooter who fakes being fouled knowing the outside ref is watching the shooters feet and can be fooled to think contact took place higher up the body. I also remember seeing 3 ball shooters pull the defender on top of them as they fall backwards. Something has to be done to stop the poor sportsmanship of floppin, so like the NBA did many years ago, now it's a technical foul.
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@COHawk said in 10am Start, Thurs WISCONSIN:
Haven't we played against a couple of 7 ft'ers somewhere before? Can Tennessee adjust to our speed?
Yes, Duke had 5 guys 6'11" and taller. Even N. Dakota had taller centers than KU. So, we've done well against taller teams so far.
@BeddieKU23 said in 10am Start, Thurs WISCONSIN:
Watching replay, big thing noticed is how Self abandoned a lot of motion sets to get the ball moving side to side. He was forced to play starters too many minutes and they were gassed. He let Jalen be the guy that got the ball in position to score on almost every possession. This was all Self. It worked out but we sacrificed a lot in that 2nd half/OT because his bench wasn't reliable. I think Wisconsin did a great job in their defensive scheme limiting easy ball movement and how they guarded Dick was another noticeable adjustment. They were also double and trippling Jalen at times. All wrinkles we have to be prepared to see from other teams.
It was noticeable how the crowd was impacting KU when they cut the lead to a 1 possession game. Some noticeable frustration from even Juan out there. He was clearly upset about how Wisconsin got back into this game. The refs made sure of that when calling him for multiple phantom fouls
Very concerned tonight about starters getting gassed tonight. This game is really going to need the bench to produce something. Tennessee has the 2nd ranked defense
I was really surpised that our freshmen bigs didn't get a few minutes each aginst Wisc. We need our bigs against Tenessee since it plays a couple of seven footer guys. I just can't see KJ being able to defend the Tenessee bigs.
It seems rebounding by the offensive team after a missed 3 isn't important to today's players. The focus seems to be on getting back on defense. As soon as the 3 ball is launched, most offensive players including the shooter are headed down court to defend.
Weird, both teams ended the game 24/62, 38.7% from the field. I guess that's why it was such a close game. Really disappointed with our guys. But, we got the W (sure doesn't fell like a win, thought).
Wisconsin with 20 bench pts, KU 0. OUCH
KU needs a 4th consistent scorer.
Like yesterday, Bobbie is playing a lot of minutes but not doing much. He hasn't taken a shot yet.
KU shooting 12%; McCullar 0/5. Come on now.
Which Gradey will we see today? The first half, can't miss Gradey or the second half where the hell is Gradey. Loved his first half shooting.
@drgnslayr said in 11 AM Start, Wed NC STATE:
I was pretty satisfied with this game. Seems we often get knocked out early in these fall distant tourneys where there is a beach.
Self was already sunburned.
We've been talking about Self's impact on the actual game. I think he made a difference today. I think he helped keep Dajuan settled down and it is Dajuan's show.
Anyways... glad to get the win and look forward to a game with Whiskey.
I noticed Coach's red complexion too, but I think it's from higher blood pressure during the game. I noticed the redness during games last year too.
There was a much bigger crowd for the Wisc. Dayton game. I wonder why KU as the highest seed plays the earliest game.
Your comments remind me of our undersized forward, Richard Scott, 6'7" who was fearless in the paint. Played for us from 1990-94. Loved his heart and style of play.
Only 4 bench points. Udeh 2 and Bobby 2. And it doesn't look like KU will get MJ back anytime soon.
51 FTs taken. Way too many to be an enjoyable game to watch.
Bobby is playing a lot of minutes this half. I'm not sure that's a good thing
How many shots has KU missed at the rim? I'll tell you: Too damn many.
@Crimsonorblue22 said in 11 AM Start, Wed NC STATE:
Harris so good!
That pass ahead to KJ in the lane for the dunk shows why Harris is a very good point guard
0 bench points for the half. That has got to improve
Oh lord, who are these guys in white uniforms. TOs everywhere. Oh lordy, lordy.
I'm not dissatisfied or surprised by Juan's 9 pts per game average. On offense his strengths are ball handling, setting up the offense and getting assists. Do we need a third penetrating guard after Jalon and Gradey? I hope Kevin will settle in and increase his points; I think that's going to happen soon. And then, we all know the 5 spot is our mystery position. We'll just have to wait and see who finally emerges as our best option at the 5. That will depend on which player gives us the best advantage on defense and then whether the same player helps on offense. Oh, this is going to be fun.
@Jethro said in 11 AM Start, Wed NC STATE:
@jayballer67 said in 11 AM Start, Wed NC STATE:
Coach Self had an interview that was played on one of the tournaments today - -think it was the Maui , anyways he was talking about how he didn't like not being able to Coach the 1st 4 games but understood.
Paid Grady the ultimate compliment. - -Saying Grady is the best shooter he has EVER been around , that's saying something. -Also talked about how he liked the team and said we had a couple of guys that could get on a roll and carry KU a long ways. - -Then Seth said that Grady is one of the best hardest cutters in the game he has ever seen , how Grady is able to read Screens.
Coach said actually Grady haad already saved KU in two games this year. - -Enjoy him while we got him guys , he not gonna be here long
Gradey = Remy's long lost son...lol.
I really miss Remy Martin. Later in the season when he would enter the game, I enjoyed the energy he brought into the game both on offense and defense. I wish him all the best going forward and thank him for his considerable contributions to our National Championship.
My post was just to alert others who might not have seen the early starting time. Lots of us are working Wednesday and may need to record the game.
Just in case anyone else missed the memo, the holiday actually starts Wednesday. KU's game is at 11 am on ESPN. NC State's offense is led by two senior guards and a sophmore guard, but the team was just 11-21 last year. Lots of close games against good teams though. The Pack is 4-0 this year with wins over Austin Peay, Campbell, Florida Int'l and Elon. So, a much different opponent with little scoring from its bigs. Seems like a good game to work Udeh and Zuby into the offense.
Timme doesn't look like he's ever seen the weight room.
Editing please go away early comment.
@benshawks08 said in "Bill Self... needed on Aisle 7, please!:
@stoptheflop said in "Bill Self... needed on Aisle 7, please!:
@rockchalkjayhawk said in "Bill Self... needed on Aisle 7, please!:
@stoptheflop said in "Bill Self... needed on Aisle 7, please!:
@rockchalkjayhawk said in "Bill Self... needed on Aisle 7, please!:
@benshawks08 said in "Bill Self... needed on Aisle 7, please!:
I am curious if folks think jalen will continue to shoot over 20 shots a night with self back at the helm. Have we had a player with that level of usage? Feels like he’s either shooting or assisting on nearly every play.
Him and Gradey have to shoot and score. That's the bulk of our offense. Until a third guy steps up, he's gotta take shots.
I sure hope McCullar gets his offensive game going. He should be our third, consistent scorer. I penciled him in for 13-15 pts a game before I knew Gradey was going to do so well. If McCullar scores 10 pts or more per game, I would like to see Dajuan also at 10 per game. The 5 spot will just be a mystery although KJ has been getting some points while sharing minutes at the 5.
Yup, McCullar should be that guy for sure.
I must have selective memory, because I don’t recall his offensive game at TT at all. At the very least I would hope with his size and ability he could score at the rim.
McCullar average 10/ game the last 2 years with TexTech. In KU's offense and with other scorers to occupy the defenders, I sure would think he would score more this year.
I feel like Kevin is taking good shots. They just haven’t really fallen for him.
I would like to see Kevin take more shots. At least 10 a game. Edit: I just looked at his stats and he's taken 31 shots, so 7.75/game so far.
Looking forward to Kentucky at Gonzaga at 6:30. Too bad the Chiefs play at 7:20. I sure hope Kentucky picks up another L
@rockchalkjayhawk said in "Bill Self... needed on Aisle 7, please!:
@stoptheflop said in "Bill Self... needed on Aisle 7, please!:
@rockchalkjayhawk said in "Bill Self... needed on Aisle 7, please!:
@benshawks08 said in "Bill Self... needed on Aisle 7, please!:
I am curious if folks think jalen will continue to shoot over 20 shots a night with self back at the helm. Have we had a player with that level of usage? Feels like he’s either shooting or assisting on nearly every play.
Him and Gradey have to shoot and score. That's the bulk of our offense. Until a third guy steps up, he's gotta take shots.
I sure hope McCullar gets his offensive game going. He should be our third, consistent scorer. I penciled him in for 13-15 pts a game before I knew Gradey was going to do so well. If McCullar scores 10 pts or more per game, I would like to see Dajuan also at 10 per game. The 5 spot will just be a mystery although KJ has been getting some points while sharing minutes at the 5.
Yup, McCullar should be that guy for sure.
I must have selective memory, because I don’t recall his offensive game at TT at all. At the very least I would hope with his size and ability he could score at the rim.
McCullar average 10/ game the last 2 years with TexTech. In KU's offense and with other scorers to occupy the defenders, I sure would think he would score more this year.
@rockchalkjayhawk said in "Bill Self... needed on Aisle 7, please!:
@benshawks08 said in "Bill Self... needed on Aisle 7, please!:
I am curious if folks think jalen will continue to shoot over 20 shots a night with self back at the helm. Have we had a player with that level of usage? Feels like he’s either shooting or assisting on nearly every play.
Him and Gradey have to shoot and score. That's the bulk of our offense. Until a third guy steps up, he's gotta take shots.
I sure hope McCullar gets his offensive game going. He should be our third, consistent scorer. I penciled him in for 13-15 pts a game before I knew Gradey was going to do so well. If McCullar scores 10 pts or more per game, I would like to see Dajuan also at 10 per game. The 5 spot will just be a mystery although KJ has been getting some points while sharing minutes at the 5.
Big step backwards today. Sadly, this looks like past years. And on senior day too.
Our guys are snakebit so far today.
@FarmerJayhawk said in The Booth Slaughterhouse Game Thread:
Gonna be a long day
Our defense seems to play better after spotting the opponent a couple of TDs.
Alright, he's back
Is there anything more inexact in sports than a football official's placement of the ball after a play? I get that tv camera angles make it difficult for home viewers to judge well. But, how many times have you watched an official seem to misplace the ball? Surely there is a better way to spot the ball after a play. Even tennis uses cameras. Baseball's home plate umpire calling balls and strikes is part of the nuance of that game. But, in football the official is just supposed to place the ball to the point it was advanced. I like that the spot may be challenged in the NFL. Why not take advantage of technology here.
Perfect day at The Booth for butchering the Longhorns. Who will we see, Daniels or Bean?
I just noticed that with 9 seconds left, Coach Norm took Gradey out of the game. Why take out one of the few players who can make a FT? Who has better hands than Gradey for the inbounds pass and the quick Duke foul? Welcome back Coach Self. Re-watching the the last 4 minutes shows Gradey was great, but so were Dajuan(charge), KJ (basket at rim and one), and Wilson.
KU just can't hit both FTs. Why?
13 offensive rbs by the TBirds has allowed them 10 more shots in the game. Jeez
TBirds only shooting 38%. Why can't we pull away?
@DCHawker said in Southern Utah Game Thread:
Getting nothing from our deep bench tonight....
@DCHawker said in Southern Utah Game Thread:
Getting nothing from our deep bench tonight....
The bench is shooting 2/8. Terrible
Only Gradey and Jalon looking to score. This is starting to concern me. Except for Gradey's early 3/3 3 pters, KU is 1/7 from 3.
Thunderbirds are out blocking our sorry asses 2/1
No surprise here: beat Duke in the last 2 minutes and play S. Utah 3 nights later. The lack of focus is understandable
McCullar wearing the collar for the first half. Ouch.
Gradey, stop calling me Dick, is 3/3 from 3. RC
Give the Thunderbirds credit: they've come into AFH and they're hanging with the hawks. For now.
We good
@stoptheflop said in Southern Utah Game Thread:
Are we good, really? Posters say Juan can't score, no one can hit free throws and our starting 5 is what, like 6'5". Oh my this year is going to be a disaster. And, our head coach has been suspended by the university. Oh my, what a disaster. By the way, our opponent's 3 game win streak is against LaVerne, St. Katherine and Bethesda. We don't have a chance tonight. Pass the tequila.
Told ya
@Zabudda said in Southern Utah Game Thread:
Is Grady one big bruise? He falls down on drives a bunch.
If you'd been 6'8" for about 10 minutes, you'd fall down too.