Andre Curbelo

illini80 · Dec 23, 2021

There were some reports that Belo was not engaged at a previous game. He certainly appeared to be in the thick of things last night which was great. I think we can be better with him on the floor, but I have to admit the chemistry looks really good right now. It will be a challenge to bring him back in and not disrupt the current rhythm. That’s why underwood makes the big $$!

The Galloping Ghost · Dec 23, 2021

illini80 said:
There were some reports that Belo was not engaged at a previous game. He certainly appeared to be in the thick of things last night which was great. I think we can be better with him on the floor, but I have to admit the chemistry looks really good right now. It will be a challenge to bring him back in and not disrupt the current rhythm. That’s why underwood makes the big $$!

It was one short clip with 2 seconds left in the Arizona game and people on here extrapolated it out that he was both not engaged with the team and seemingly "out of it." Meanwhile, if people were watching him the whole game, he was, much like tonight, vocal the entire time, giving both encouragement and coaching. When Kofi missed free throws down the stretch, Belo immediately stood up, walked to the edge of the bench, started clapping, and encouraged him to relax. It's just so freaking wild to me that people base their opinions on this seemingly fantastic dude on the smallest bits of info when there's a whole body of evidence that contradicts that narrative. He's a delight off the court. He's a hell of a player on it. I can't wait to get him back.

GoIllini · Dec 23, 2021

I wish Curbelo the best. I have no idea physical or otherwise what he is going through (nor is it my business). When he comes back he can be a huge positive for the team if he’s playing great team ball. I would like to see him play in control….but he’s always going to make mistakes. The chirping at refs and other players though is a little annoying.

pruman91 · Dec 23, 2021

The Galloping Ghost said:
It was one short clip with 2 seconds left in the Arizona game and people on here extrapolated it out that he was both not engaged with the team and seemingly "out of it." Meanwhile, if people were watching him the whole game, he was, much like tonight, vocal the entire time, giving both encouragement and coaching. When Kofi missed free throws down the stretch, Belo immediately stood up, walked to the edge of the bench, started clapping, and encouraged him to relax. It's just so freaking wild to me that people base their opinions on this seemingly fantastic dude on the smallest bits of info when there's a whole body of evidence that contradicts that narrative. He's a delight off the court. He's a hell of a player on it. I can't wait to get him back.

Calillini · Dec 23, 2021

I think it’s time to shut the AC thread down. It’s past its expiration date.
1. We know as much as we are going to know about his medical condition.
2. He’s not a recruit, he’s not a signee who bailed out on us and he’s not someone whose parents are complaining about playing time
3. When he plays, he leaves his heart on the floor.
4. It’s become divisive and argumentative. It’s time to stop arguing whether or not the team is better with or without him. Can you imagine opening a thread for every other player on the roster and having the same discussion?
5. It’s a time of peace and love and harmony. Let’s give it a rest. We don’t have to wait for Dan to shut this down, we can do it ourselves.

Andre Curbelo

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