Peoria Illini
- Peoria, IL
Start of season:
Ebo
Kipper
Ayo
Trent
Feliz or Damonte
Ebo
Kipper
Ayo
Trent
Feliz or Damonte
We haven't an athlete like him in my memory
Yeah, I don't see any way that Trent isn't starting, and I don't think it makes sense to have him and Feliz starting together, because I think their skill sets are more similar than either is to Ayo or Damonte. I'd guess you'll have one of Trent/Feliz and one of Ayo/Damonte, and then they will sub for each other. Sure there will be some mixing and matching, but you'll want one of either Trent or Feliz in at all times because of quickness, defense, facilitation, experience/maturity, etc. And pairing them with the size/strength of an Ayo/Damonte makes a lot of sense.
Given certain situations, maybe three of those four play together for stretches, but doubt that will be a regular thing, especially with what we all hope/expect to get out of our suddenly legitimate bigger wings -- Tevian, Griffin, AJ and at times, Kipper.
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Who is the last player to come in with big expectations and actually meet them immediately? Ray Rice?
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This is not an incoming Freshman. This kid has talent, is physically ready, and has played college for the last two years.
BU has constantly talked about 3 guard lineups, with multiple guys who can handle and play off the ball on the court together. Trent was forced into the PG role due to Smith's inadequacies. Yes I can see him starting.
Alstork made his mark as a scorer in mid majors...it didnt transfer much. He really improved as a lock down defender and provided value, although his body language (fouls) was distracting.Alstork had three years of mid majors. Do you really believe JUCO is a higher level of competition?
Alstork made his mark as a scorer in mid majors...it didnt transfer much. He really improved as a lock down defender and provided value, although his body language (fouls) was distracting.
Feliz as a facilitator (not just a scorer) ...I believe he has a good chance of adapting. dont expect 20 per game from him but if he can defend he will make an impact.
On a side note...was a little surprised that there wasnt a defender award at the Banquet. Seems like if its valued (and I think defense is valued) you would recognize that guy-s (alstork or maybe TJL, IMO).
Michigan junior Moe Wagner enters NBA draft, will sign with agent
http://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/...junior-moe-wagner-enters-nba-draft-sign-agent
Thank the Lord! lol but seriously best of luck to him and glad to know the Illini won't have to face him next year .
On a side note, any word on if Carson Edwards (Purdue) is going pro??
Agree. Assuming Ayo is a starter (which I do but you never know with freshmen), Feliz’s competition for a starting spot is De’Monte, Jordan, Jones and Griffin. I haven’t seen any of the newcomers in that group other than highlights, but I don’t think it’s unreasonable to think that a 20-year old Feliz who by all accounts carries himself with a winning demeanor would come out on top in that competition.
Gotta figure on one of Ebo ( first shot at it) or Kane. Need some height in the middle.
No chance that Ebo plays the 4 unless he develops some kind of offensive game. I see him as a back up 5 for his entire career at Illinois and maybe starter there until Kane is ready.I was thinking in the future with Ebo at the 4 and Samba at the 5 and Jones at the 3... what an intimidating front line.
I wouldn't sleep on Damonte stepping up next year and grabbing his fair share of minutes. And AJ.
Ayo, I figure can break down whoever guards him for the most part...he'll be able to draw and dish, but shooting may be an issue. If it is, then it will be harder for him to get into the paint.
The good thing, we have a plethora of guards.
Alstork had three years of mid majors. Do you really believe JUCO is a higher level of competition?
As already mentioned on here, they are not the same player. And I think putting higher expectations on Feliz is better than on an incoming freshman...even a 5 star
putting higher expectations on Feliz is better than on an incoming freshman...even a 5 star
Somewhere between 3-5 inches short. Have you seen Jones highlights?
I have and they are impressive, but they are highlights. Great athletes have great highlights. That doesn’t make them great basketball players.