Minnesota 77, Illinois 67 POSTGAME
FeelYourPaign
- So Cal
:thumb: totally agree.
In a good way like winning the B1G Tournament? Or a bad way like giving teams a "bad loss" by the end of the year?
Underwood, likes the spark off the bench, I don't know about him, but I'd like to see him change it up, Start fFrazier and Williams. Will that change things? I hope so. I would certainly try it.
Alstork, plays because of his defense. The reason he's been less aggressive on offense? Because he hasn't been shooting the well and he has lost some confidence as a result. Tonight he was 2/3 from 3. Underwood, says he doing a lot of things well besides scoring. I won't disagree with him, but I certainly thought he would be more of a factor on offense from what I read before the season started.
Same with, Smith. I'm not down on him, however, I thought he would shoot the ball from 3 better and looked for more scoring from him. I thought he would be a little quicker, also.
Great game by Ebo. Williams, really hit the boards and played with energy.
Alstork, plays because of his defense. The reason he's been less aggressive on offense? Because he hasn't been shooting the well and he has lost some confidence as a result. Tonight he was 2/3 from 3. Underwood, says he doing a lot of things well besides scoring. I won't disagree with him, but I certainly thought he would be more of a factor on offense from what I read before the season started.
Same with, Smith. I'm not down on him, however, I thought he would shoot the ball from 3 better and looked for more scoring from him. I thought he would be a little quicker, also.
Great game by Ebo. Williams, really hit the boards and played with energy.
Real shame that next years class is only 1 man at this point. Seems pretty clear that holdovers are having a difficult time adjusting. Hopefully, Ayo can work some magic or it starts clicking.
I’m stunned Kipper isn’t playing better in this offense. I thought he be a great fit for a faster tempo. The key to this season might be BU unlocking his potential like he’s done with Black.
I’m stunned Kipper isn’t playing better in this offense. I thought he be a great fit for a faster tempo. The key to this season might be BU unlocking his potential like he’s done with Black.
Reminds me of a time when there were people who thought some other guy named williams wasn't our best freshman. I loved what those freshman achieved.
I am not a rocket scientist but I find it curious that the 2 players with the prettiest hair are the guys who against good competition do not make shots and seem to not do much else. It is one thing to be outmanned but the mental toughness to make wide open shots isn’t much. These 2 players were supposed to be potential mismatches to help offset the mismatches we face but for the most part that hasn’t happened all season. At least we look cool though......
Kipper has so much potential. I was really excited to see him blossom last year and I expected a lot from him in this offense. Really hope he puts it together. This team really needs him to be successful.
TruIllini89
Prime Сasual Dating - Genuine Ladies
- Usa
I like this :thumb:
Completely agree. I thought he was going to be a star with BU. I’m not close enough to the team to even pretend that I know what his holdups are. Clearly there’s an effort issue, but personally I think that’s a mental thing. Maybe BU’s personality just doesn’t encourage the best from Kipper?
A couple weeks ago Jordan was in the starting lineup. What’s happened since then? It baffles me.
I can’t believe we aren’t getting one of the best shooters in the country more looks. With Kipper, Tejon, and Finke there could be fit issues, but Jordan seemed to fit so well earlier in the season.
I get that the competition has changed... and the Nunn example of what’s he doing in Oakland, etc. I’m just surprised how quickly he’s faded into the background.
I’m very optimistic for “our” future, but man, what a baffling season already.
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Why has the starting line up been so slow to change even though we consistently come out behind by 10+ points in the first few minutes? In my mind, there is absolutely zero case for Frazier not starting. Would like to see Williams too.
Also, Finke has been more frustrating to watch than ever. He can't guard in the post (or any other position), and gets a shockingly low number of rebounds for a starting big. I don't know what the solution there is, but I don't think he will ever be able to go up against B1G big men.
Also, Finke has been more frustrating to watch than ever. He can't guard in the post (or any other position), and gets a shockingly low number of rebounds for a starting big. I don't know what the solution there is, but I don't think he will ever be able to go up against B1G big men.
blackdog
- Champaign
You could tell this game they came out and seemed surprised by Minnesota's length on both ends. They blocked tons of shots early and just manhandled us on the glass simply by being taller. Great adjustments by BU and the team to make the comeback. The switch to the zone really bothered Minny and kept them from getting inside too easily.
The announcers made a comment that Illinois is like Minny from a couple seasons ago when they had all freshman and now that those guys are upperclassmen they are a lot more competitive. I think we are farther ahead now than they were. Future is bright for this squad.
The announcers made a comment that Illinois is like Minny from a couple seasons ago when they had all freshman and now that those guys are upperclassmen they are a lot more competitive. I think we are farther ahead now than they were. Future is bright for this squad.
Or what?
Or...else
The team keeps improving, thats all a coach or fan can ask. Effort and improvement. Hit a few of the open 3s and they win...
They have talent, but not overwhelming talent, the season will be long and thats ok as long as the effort and growth are there.
The team keeps improving, thats all a coach or fan can ask. Effort and improvement. Hit a few of the open 3s and they win...
They have talent, but not overwhelming talent, the season will be long and thats ok as long as the effort and growth are there.
It's not mediocrity at all. This team shows improvement every game. It is fun to watch and it is young. If you can't see the future I can't help you. Realistic fans didn't thing the turn around would happen in a year. I never did and still don't think this team is going The Tournament but it will be fun to watch.
Alstork saw plenty of Horizon League quality defenses in November and December. Why didn't he score against them?