I love the way BU talks about this team. Can't wait to see them in action.
:thumb:If you don't get excited for the season to start after watching that, there's something wrong with you!
I love the way BU talks about this team. Can't wait to see them in action.
Underwood: Practice has gone how I thought it would.. Minus an injury or two that has set us back.
Underwood: Freshmen truly are going through a big adjustment. But their energy has been off the charts.
Underwood: I feel like we've established our culture. Guys are coming in for extra work. Extra shots. Haven't had a bad day.
Underwood: Leron Black has helped reinforce how good I think he can be. He's an All-B1G type of player. Told him that.
Underwood: Leron is showing leadership qualities. Going to be at the top of everyone's scouting report.
Underwood: Still awaiting Te'Jon's return from concussion. Had a collision with Mark Smith. He's in concussion protocol.
Underwood: Starting to work on some different things now. Zone offense. Out of bounds plays. Mixing up our defense.
Underwood: I feel really good. I like this group.
Underwood: Tremendous value in the veterans' leadership and experience. Have a base knowledge despite change in the particulars.
Underwood: Had some unbelievable segments in practice in transition. Very pleased. Also playing very unselfish.
Underwood: Brought officials in on Saturday. Seeing what it looks like with game flow.
Underwood: If I have a surprise, it's Da'Monte. Terrific, terrific feel. Chance to be an elite defender.
Underwood: See the instincts of Frank Williams in Da'Monte. Monte is a more explosive jumper. Still finding confidence in that.
Underwood: The feel, the passing.. Da'Monte sees a lot out there that few see.
Underwood on Finke: Going to have some big nights. Going to have a big year. Fits the system so well. Consistent day to day.
Underwood: Matic is extremely skilled. Can expect him to play more on perimeter. Can catch & shoot. One of best passers.
https://twitter.com/DPiperScout
Interesting that Finke is listed at 6'10", while Vesel is listed at 6'9". Sure looks like Vesel is just as tall, if not taller. Excited to see what he brings.
Interesting that Finke is listed at 6'10", while Vesel is listed at 6'9". Sure looks like Vesel is just as tall, if not taller. Excited to see what he brings.
Interesting that Finke is listed at 6'10", while Vesel is listed at 6'9". Sure looks like Vesel is just as tall, if not taller. Excited to see what he brings.
Quiz: Which one of the standing players just met Mr. Fletch?
Quiz: Which one of the standing players just met Mr. Fletch?
Anyone with Dish having trouble with BTN2Go? The app won't let me watch anymore, tells me I am not authorized.
I'm struggling to find any mention of our Exhibition schedule/opponents. Is it out there somewhere?November can't get here soon enough.
I don't think we are doing any exhibitions. Couple closed scrimmages and right into season play.
Basketball practice 10-11-17
http://illinireport.info/2017/10/basketball-practice-10-11-17/
Full gallery of photos from @IlliniMBB Media Day 2017
http://www.news-gazette.com/multimedia/photogallery/2017-10-11/ui-mens-basketball-media-day-2017
From watching BU's press conference, I think we can put to rest the whole "Damonte might not play much this year" he really seemed to light up when he talked about him. He will be a LOCK in our rotation, kid has the "it" factor.
That was very encouraging, then again...every player has gotten good reviews from Underwood so far. Damonte missed a ton of practice time so he's already a step behind. Hopefully he can catch back up but I wouldn't call him a lock.
Williams has more than caught up.