ball handler from the portal next year? If not, IMO, we will piss away potential for deep ncaa run.
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Harris and Cox did not help Smith handle the defensive pressure vs PSU, Marquette, and Texas AM.
Wonder if we could have the stones not just to get a complementary guy, but a big time starter??
Thinking bigger than just a ball handler, if we follow the mold of some of these teams and bring more scoring that covers alot of problems. A physical guy that is so good they can surplant one of our starters at the 3-5 would cover alot of problems. I know top guys are costly, and keeping our roster will be expensive, but if you want another FF....worth it.
How about going after one of iu's 6-9 guys like Mackenzie Mgbako when their ship sinks this off season & things go to pot? Maybe he wants to play for a winner for once and have a shot at a championship? Just an example, & a fun one that would drive iu crazy. There will be several highly talented guys like that in the portal, but whomever, that would require an aggressive staff.
Please no Taco Bell players who don't know how to WIN! His pockets are full anyway!
Highly doubtful unless there is a surprise transfer. But even if there is, you have to hope for a Lance Jones type situation. It won't be a highly rated guy cuz we don't pay for transfers.
We have multiple areas of improvement. Yes we need another ball handler but we need another 4 who can post up and take all the pressure off TKR. Granted things will get better when we get Jacobsen back but I'd still like a third option. I'm sorry but Berg ain't it, Waddell isn't turning into an option after this much time, and Heide will get better but there are some teams where you need three big guys to rotate against.
I'd love to pick up another ball handler who can shoot but I'd also love to pick up a versatile 4/5 player too.
Who knows if either happens. What I do know is Colvin and Heide have to start being more consistent. Lot of flashes but also a lot of bad stretches too. It's time for them to take the next steps. They can, but they need to start now.
I'd love to pick up another ball handler who can shoot but I'd also love to pick up a versatile 4/5 player too.
Who knows if either happens. What I do know is Colvin and Heide have to start being more consistent. Lot of flashes but also a lot of bad stretches too. It's time for them to take the next steps. They can, but they need to start now.
I love how some people think the portal is like Amazon. Read the reviews. Pick the one you want, and a few days later they're on the team.
Matt's style of play is not as conducive to getting a portal player as some other teams. Doesn't mean you can't just a bit different...and what you can see as far as skill...you may not know the mental part. Purdue hasn't even got into the Big hardly and people are already thinking the year is over and ready for next year
Lol jk at a fun example. But truth is, Braden Smith could even make lowly iu players winners. In any case, hope we find a great 4 somewhere.
I don't recall reading that here. But I have confidence in our staff to land a guy that helps us.
I think with this year's experience, Cox can be that 2nd ball handler. Thought Harris would, but his shot confidence seems broken.
Agree on the need for front line help. Staff could make either a great 4 or 5 work with the current team. I have confidence in them finding one if they make it a priority.
braden can, fletch can, CJ can and even Trey starts out facing up and creating a shot off his dribble. Problem is he always does a jump hook or an up and under it seems. Myles and Cam need to add that
Braden scores almost exclusively getting his own. Fletch maybe 50% or less. CJ probably more than 50%.
I think most expect an ankle breaking jam as evidence of getting their own, but that isn't necessary.
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Yes, Purdue is not in a dribble drive offense and so you won't see the same type of play IMO. You just need players that when defended tight can put it on the floor, but not to catch it and start dribbling without a read. Those teams that are dribble drive have to have all five players able to put the ball on the court since each facilitates the offense. Hour wise Purdue had a lot of time to be sharp, but they were not. Purdue has weaknesses, but so do most teams. It is a long season and hopefully we will see more growth out of the freshmen and sophomores...and Berg/Furst...
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