Illini Basketball 2022-2023
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It appears that we are playing what I call "5 on 5". With the multiple substitutions it is difficult to develop a team chemistry. I think this is what we are going to see until we find that 7 (or 8) players that can accomplish the needed chemistry. Right now, I see players more prepared to pass than shoot, thus I see us passing up good shots. With this slight hesitation the defense has time to respond and the opportunity for a confident shot is lost. If you can't consistently make that shot, then substitute.
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Just a thought about the "public conversation" between Underwood & players "Mayer". I think this comes naturally along with NIL.
Since players are now free agents and get paid to play, they now have more power over their own future. I personally side with coach Underwood on this one. His style wins games and develops players. But, players can market themselves for better opportunities now. Mayer is a senior and has tons of talent, so his little comments hurts no one it's just going to be more a part college sports now.
I believe Underwood is trying to develop each player to be the best player they can be and to continue their professional career. His record over the past couple years for developing players is great, so I am ok with is "tough love" style. I also think he recruits kids that can handle this style of coaching.
Since players are now free agents and get paid to play, they now have more power over their own future. I personally side with coach Underwood on this one. His style wins games and develops players. But, players can market themselves for better opportunities now. Mayer is a senior and has tons of talent, so his little comments hurts no one it's just going to be more a part college sports now.
I believe Underwood is trying to develop each player to be the best player they can be and to continue their professional career. His record over the past couple years for developing players is great, so I am ok with is "tough love" style. I also think he recruits kids that can handle this style of coaching.
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the offense needs to be better, a lot better. We are barely in the top 50 in KenPom Adjusted Offensive Efficiency. I think the lack of a true Point Guard is a glaring weakness right now.
Chad Fleck
- Eureka, IL
Interesting factoid. Doesn't lose any hope for me, as the schedule still looks favorable.
True… but the 2003-04 illini team started 1-3, got blown out at Wisconsin, had terrible team chemistry then came together to win the B1G outright. Not saying that will happen here, but we do have a road map.
Perrin joining team immediately
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Perrin Joins Fighting Illini - University of Illinois Athletics
Zacharie Perrin, a 6-10, 220-pound forward from Grandfontaine, France, is joining the Illini basketball program immediately, providing talent and depth to the frontcourt.
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Just heard this, came here for official word! Hopefully he can help.
ChiefGritty
- Chicago, IL
Even if he never plays it seems like good timing to have some new foreign guy at practice to just shuffle the vibes
If he can hit FTs, that would be an improvement over at least one of our bigs
hooraybeer
- Pittsburgh, PA
funny to me that IL serves as the “official word” over a statement released directly from the program
It appears as though he hasn't played in a game since August. I'm guessing it'll take him a while to get up to speed and learn our system. Probably at least a few weeks away from seeing any meaningful minutes, but still excited for the addition later in the season.
Good news. I did not think he would be eligible until next year.
turnaround3
- 1st & Daniel
Kid literally looks like if you told someone skilled with photoshop "Gimme Coleman Hawkins but make him like, French tho haha."
Good to get another big guy on the bench. The B1G is stacked with good 5's.
Tacomallini
- Washington State
Anyone think that 5-8 minutes per game is actually a realistic possibility from Perrin, this year?
I’m hoping this means Luke from Jan 1 as well.
redwingillini11
White and Sixth
- North Aurora
Not sure I understand how this works, but let's rock and roll.
Haha, FT shooting is one of his weaker parts of his game, but nowhere near as bad as Dainja
I'd take the under, barring injury. We have enough issues playing together with the guys who have been in practice for months...
Maybe the kid is a savant and is way beyond my expectations, but if he can steal a few minutes every couple games, that's a win in my book.
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