11 TOs, 4 charges, leading scorer hasn't scored, 2 assists....up 3 at 1/2. This team just keeps coming at you.
Seems we should get used to it. As much depth and talent as this group brings to the table, opposing coaches will scheme against what they saw in the most recent game. But the versatility of the team is so vast that there will always be an advantage to be exploited every game. Can't stop everything the Illini can do. And you cannot stop the intensity and nightmare their defense can bring.
Obviously there is much to like in this half and some things that were scary. What I liked was that SH made a free throw and DD made
TWO!!!! Sadly, the best shooter of the frosh, JE, missed one.
Now, take care of the ball next half (5 or less), keep up the defensive effort (SH minutes), execute the shots that are taken with confidence and without rushing, and this will be a win.
And please.... hoops gods... give our Illini a break for the first time in history!!!! (Don't dare call me paranoid)