Illini_1979
- Oregon
94-14. Panama hanging in there.
Maybe even CRCE
Final score: 118-26
Ayo faced better competition in the CPL last year.
You weren’t the fun kid in class were you?
Wow, Ayo has passing skills we haven't seen since Frankie! So smooth.
• Ayo is a smart and solid defender but plays really upright on D. I’m 100% positive the coaching staff will work with him on that and he could be a hell of a defender even year 1.
I’m looking forward to seeing how much his defensive stance improves by the start of the season. The effort is there but he does play very upright. I’m guessing this is partly a strength and conditioning issue that Fletch will help with. I was very impressed with Trent’s on ball defense last year considering he was a freshman known primarily for his scoring in high school. In addition to the coaches, I think he learned a lot from Te’Jon. Hopefully Trent can provide similar mentorship to Ayo this year and Ayo will be receptive.
Trying to manage the hyperbole, but Illinois has had terrible passing the last decade. Ayo does the simple and predictable play first, which is what Damonte does for the most part. Having guys like Trent, Ayo, Damonte making the basic plays will go a long way in reducing turnovers and increasing assists.
Really excited to see Trevian and Ayo on the court together. I think those two long athletes will give us options we haven't had recently. Ayo and Trevian can both finish at the rim, one with dunks the other with lay-ups.
Man if Ayo was a bit more explosive he would be a legitimate 1-and-done candidate. I think the lack of explosiveness will keep him here 3 years (if not more), to our benefit.
Trying to manage the hyperbole, but Illinois has had terrible passing the last decade. Ayo does the simple and predictable play first, which is what Damonte does for the most part. Having guys like Trent, Ayo, Damonte making the basic plays will go a long way in reducing turnovers and increasing assists.
Really excited to see Trevian and Ayo on the court together. I think those two long athletes will give us options we haven't had recently. Ayo and Trevian can both finish at the rim, one with dunks the other with lay-ups.
Dropped in to watch a little. Ayo with a nice behind the back on the break at 5:00 left in the 4th. Had thought the comparison to Frankie was a little much but that made me reconsider.
George Conditt did not do anything or much at all.
George Conditt did not do anything or much at all.
He blocked two shots on consecutive plays from a McAA and future McAA player.
Yes I wish he was on our roster next year. By junior year I think he will be a very solid college player.
I've learned that speculating on that stuff is barely above pointless. At this time last year, I was figured we'd have Mark Smith for 1-2 years tops...before the NBA came calling, not Mizzou