please let him know I said it’s a deal
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How many times did the ball fly out of or through their hands out of bounds? No need to answer because I saw it constantly. I agree with the 6 inches between their ears too by the way.
Lot of smoke there. Even from insiders from other teams. Lot of smoke. If he isn't the one leaving shortly, I'd still be surprised if he was on the roster next year as sadly it sounded like he wasn't very happy here.
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danielb927
Orange Krush Class of 2013
- Rochester, MN
I've never seen a stat on that, but it'd be interesting to know! I'd have to guess the team that scores first wins a hair over 50% of the time for two reasons:
1. Those points count the same as any other
2. The better team is more likely to score on any given possession, and thus more likely to score first.
I'd wager point 1 is a very small effect, half a percent or something, while point 2 might be more noticeable. But hard to say without the actual data in hand.
I don't know about that with TSJ. If he makes an Ayo like improvement with his 3 pt shot I think it could go a long way. He has shown some capability to knock them down but he is very inconsistent. Between that and a little more defensive presence and he would stick on an NBA roster. I wouldn't call him bad at either of those aspects but inconsistent.
GallopingGhost
- Denver, CO
This is like the point of a relationship before you break up but you’ve got a feeling your girl is distancing herself from you 
But then again once the bandaid is ripped off, you’re single again and can look for someone even better
But then again once the bandaid is ripped off, you’re single again and can look for someone even better
ChiefGritty
- Chicago, IL
You can always play great and consistent and look a bit better in the eyes of scouts, sure. That didn’t help Ayo as much as it should have, scouts would now agree.
But the building blocks of what makes TSJ good have been regularly shown. Hawkins is still a bit of a mystery box even after three years of college.
Both guys project to very NBA-compatible games, unlike Kofi and to a degree Ayo
He has to go right and pull up for the 10’ jumper. At that point his 3 pt. shot isn’t a big factor in the college game. Probably still is for the NBA.
UncleBob
- San Clemente, CA
Agree with this plus he needs to shoot layups with his right off those drives.
Goode has had his meeting and announced on the Drive that he was staying and we dont need to worry about him. This was either Thursday or Friday. He also commented that he thought it was pretty ridiculous to have to recommit to the school they're already at so everybody doesnt freak out. Worth listening to. It's on YouTube
Goode can be a Hauser type 3 point shooter this coming year. He needs to add a midrange jumper to his game to make the 3 point shot more effective. He will be our vocal leader as he has the mental BB IQ and leadership skills to help Brad bring the team together.
IllinoisFan733
- Chicago
Can confirm, my brother was there when they arrived. Said it was a really cool experience chatting with Coach Underwood and the assistants and just listening to stories about coaching.
Was told the staff called the PC coach RIGHT after the news broke. Asked what they could do to help out if anything.
CLASS personified. We are lucky to have a great coach and even a better person here representing the University of Illinois.
ChiefGritty
- Chicago, IL
Grinder, coach on the floor, deceptively quick, gym rat, just wants it more, loves the game, makes the most of his ability, outworks everyone
First one in, last one out.
ChiefGritty
- Chicago, IL
The classic white guy basketball stereotype I most appreciate about Goode is that he plays just the right amount of dirty.
Mr. Tibbs
- southeast DuPage
kinda in that same league as Lucas Johnson ?
He never looked happy from the jump but maybe I overreact on facial expressions and body language.
I’ve never seen Ian Happ smile on a baseball field so I can’t wait for the Cubs to get rid of him, but he’s a great dude on podcasts and with media.
Imo while he needs to improve his 3 pt shooting. The main area he needs to improve is his ball handling/passing. TSJ turned the ball over far too much. If he can improve, involve others in the offense with his ability to drive with better passing. It would go along way by making those around him better and while limiting the turnovers. TSJ excels driving the ball if he can combine that with more assists look out! He would be closer to Ayo but he needs to improve quite a bit to do that. He do agree improved shooting would help. I would be ecstatic if Hawkins and TSJ came back. I think it would be beneficial for them and the team
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Epps is going to be a great college player this would really sting. He’s going to be a 17 ppg guy. Hell he averaged 10 as a freshman playing out of position.
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