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Post by ic1983 on Feb 12, 2014 22:43:18 GMT -5
I wish I knew what the deal with Ellis is. He's a long guard that can move well. Yet hardly ever plays even though most of the team is so tired they are tripping over their tongues.
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Post by Cjb on Feb 12, 2014 22:46:40 GMT -5
It's the same W we would get had we won by 20.
Team lacked energy throughout and lost its poise the last few minutes - Gaels didn't play like champs and averted a near disaster.
Really impressed by 6'7" Fordham transfer Marvin Dominique. Too bad we weren't involved with him.
And yes Joebird, I know that shot didn't qualify - a true buzzer beater has zero time left on the clock.
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Post by gtm72 on Feb 12, 2014 23:24:56 GMT -5
Anyway to get a look at an injury report? I would love to get a complete status on the roster. What happened to Ryden Hines, Tre, Sledge and the rest of our roster? Thought we had 15 guys... yet only 8 play.
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Post by iona05 on Feb 12, 2014 23:59:01 GMT -5
Just take the win and turn the page. The way we are getting the bounces as of last has me believing this might finally be our year. Some observations from tonight:
1. Fan turnout was disappointing, but let's not put that on the AD in the least bit. The crew in the AD are working their butts off and trying to be as creative as possible to get kids to the games, but reality is that they can only do so much. The snow day actually hurt us as lots of students are turning it into an extra long holiday weekend and had already left for home for the weekend before tipoff.
2. All of the writing was on the wall for this game to be a letdown. Short rest after a long travel and emotionally exhausting weekend, poor fan turnout, bottom dweller opponent with sleepy style of play, etc. Let's just be happy with the win.
3. Not AJ's best game but gotta love his killer instinct in late game situations. He really wants the ball and he has supreme confidence. If we're ever in a meaningful elimination game in March and need someone to take the last shot this is absolutely our guy.
4. Sean's late game mistakes are a bit concerning, especially from a senior. Horrible passing and decision making late in the game, and it wasn't just the errant pass with a minute left, there were a few other plays that preceded it. Hopefully he bounces back on Friday.
5. Difference in the game (besides the final 3) was AJ and DL3 making clutch FTs while SPU shooting below 50% from the line. If either of those two don't happen we lose this game.
6. Even though he missed, was nice to see DL3 take a 15 foot jumper when he was 1-on-1 at the top of the key. Shows he has some confidence from the outside and is not afraid to throw some different looks at the defender. If he could start knocking those down then watch out.
7. Noticed Bowman was attacking the rim more than usual tonight. Good to see him getting aggressive again.
8. Poole with a perfect 6 for 6 from the field. Wow. Good to see him bounce back from an off day in Buffalo on Sunday.
9. Coach was clearly frustrated with IW at times tonight. He had a silly goaltending call on a shot that he should have just let go, and a few other lapses with missed assignments. These are valuable lessons he's learning and he'll be a viewed as a leader in the future, so important that he learns from these mistakes.
10. Assist to turnover ratio had to be one of the worst it's been in a long time after a win (10 to 13).
Side note. We have now won 8 games in a row. Gotta imagine that ranks in the top 10 or so in the nation as far as active winning streaks. Does anyone know?
Keep the streak alive on Friday. Go Gaels!!!
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Post by unowho on Feb 13, 2014 0:38:48 GMT -5
What happened? Just woke up from that total run out of the shot clock game that the peacocks tried to play but I do understand why because it honestly does keep their team in the game. A coach once told me about coaching when you know you are out matched, keep it close and steal it at the end. This should be the peacocks mantra.
I'll take the win.
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Post by sid on Feb 13, 2014 2:53:49 GMT -5
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Post by sid on Feb 13, 2014 3:00:06 GMT -5
Side note. We have now won 8 games in a row. Gotta imagine that ranks in the top 10 or so in the nation as far as active winning streaks. Does anyone know? Keep the streak alive on Friday. Go Gaels!!! www.ncaa.com/standings/basketball-men/d1Too tired to do the math right now but will break it down for Friday's game notes.
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Post by ghostofwillard on Feb 13, 2014 7:58:34 GMT -5
No disrespect to anyone looking for more contributions from the bench, but this isn't "Just for Fun Tee-BAll" where everyone participates, we don't keep score, and everyone gets a trophy at the end. Off nights happen whether your 7 or 10 players deep. I have no problem with a short rotation. I don't buy for 1 minute guys in their late teens and early 20's in their condition are tired. The objective is to win games, it appears Cluess is on his way to another 20 win season, I for one am not going to question why he doesn't use the bench, and if you give it some thought the answer is obivious why he doesn't. IMO, a 8 man rotation is optimal in basketball if they produce you really don't need more, Also I believe it lends itself to landing higher level recruits, they know they'll be on the floor!
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Post by chelseadal on Feb 13, 2014 8:14:00 GMT -5
No disrespect to anyone looking for more contributions from the bench, but this isn't "Just for Fun Tee-BAll" where everyone participates, we don't keep score, and everyone gets a trophy at the end. Off nights happen whether your 7 or 10 players deep. I have no problem with a short rotation. I don't buy for 1 minute guys in their late teens and early 20's in their condition are tired. The objective is to win games, it appears Cluess is on his way to another 20 win season, I for one am not going to question why he doesn't use the bench, and if you give it some thought the answer is obivious why he doesn't. IMO, a 8 man rotation is optimal in basketball if they produce you really don't need more, Also I believe it lends itself to landing higher level recruits, they know they'll be on the floor! Ghost, I agree with every word. The coach knows his team and has obtained better than expected results over time. It is nice to guess if guys are injured or in the dog house. Only the coach knows and he has his reasons for minutes played. Go Gaels!
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Post by albanygael on Feb 13, 2014 8:34:39 GMT -5
I can't understand why Dunne is never mentioned when bigger jobs open up. The guy is a great coach and has done a fantastic job at St. Peter's. I would love to see what he could do at a higher level with better talent. He reminds me a little of coach K when he was at Army. As for the game, when does St. Peter's ever lay down for us?
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Post by hawaii bill on Feb 13, 2014 8:43:52 GMT -5
No disrespect to anyone looking for more contributions from the bench, but this isn't "Just for Fun Tee-BAll" where everyone participates, we don't keep score, and everyone gets a trophy at the end. Off nights happen whether your 7 or 10 players deep. I have no problem with a short rotation. I don't buy for 1 minute guys in their late teens and early 20's in their condition are tired. The objective is to win games, it appears Cluess is on his way to another 20 win season, I for one am not going to question why he doesn't use the bench, and if you give it some thought the answer is obivious why he doesn't. IMO, a 8 man rotation is optimal in basketball if they produce you really don't need more, Also I believe it lends itself to landing higher level recruits, they know they'll be on the floor! Appreciate you take as always Ghost but watching last night our guys were gassed. Every dead ball we sauntered around while the Peacocks hustled on and off the floor. For well conditioned athletes fatigue often manifests itself in mental and physical mistakes. Sean's play down the stretch was a classic example. Everyone gets burned out a bit a times even twenty year olds. A coach needs to put the team on the floor that gives us the best chance to win. It's hard to criticize Cluess - he's a great coach who does a lot with minimal resources. Last night Sean could've used a blow. He's averaging something like 36 mins a game since November.
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Post by ic59 on Feb 13, 2014 8:52:32 GMT -5
05, nice breakdown. I have a couple of observations: 1. The backcourt of English and Armand remind me of Vickers and Hamilton. Kevin was a much better long range shooter, but it was Glenn who had a LOT of game winners from deep. And that was before the three point shot. 2. TC refusing to trust his bench, and I'm talking about Sledge and Gomez, troubles me. As great a shooter as Sean is, he's not nearly as good a ball handler as either DaShawn or Tavon. And in a short turn around I can't understand why they only played for seven minutes, combined. When you're starting backcourt has 10 TO's and your top two scorers average about 36 points but only combine for 14 and we still win, then maybe this is our year. 3. John Dunne is a great coach but his teams are unwatchable and I understand why SPU fans stay away in droves.
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Post by gfan80 on Feb 13, 2014 8:53:42 GMT -5
Dunne is a very good coach, but many programs and fans would not enjoy that style of play. Very boring, makes it very hard to get top talent to play in that kind of a system. St Peters only draws about 350 per game as a result of this, and of course other factors like location and arena.
I would have a hard time watching Iona basketball if this was our system.
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Post by hawaii bill on Feb 13, 2014 8:55:03 GMT -5
Anyone notice our change in luck a bit since we retired Richie Guerin's number? Coincidence?
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Post by Cjb on Feb 13, 2014 9:19:17 GMT -5
I would have a hard time watching Iona basketball if this was our system. We had "Willie-ball" under Kevin Willard. It wasn't long ago when a night of breaking 60 meant we were offensive juggernauts.
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