Texas A&M Corpus Christi at Purdue: MASTER DISCUSSION THREAD

[Schmedly_Whiplash]

No question about that with the turnovers - six, and he owned up to it after the game in the press conference, basically saying "he has to be better.....15 assists doesn't matter much when you do that....."

Hopefully, we see more of the last part of that game regarding decision-making......

He and TKR had 10 of Purdue's turnovers.....most of those just lack of focus. Certainly have to improve on that. We'll see come Friday.....

I love the kid. Been singing his praises since we signed him. You have to have high expectations or you'll settle for mediocrity.
From last night: Does everyone realize that Braden Smith has more assists in his first 2 seasons than anyone in Big 10 HISTORY not named Earvin (Magic) Johnson?

 

[Bank Shot Podcast]

Disgree. Furst has had 4 years, where as Berg has not played many minutes to even get going. At this point Furst can be used for his Christmas elf experiences. Those are funny. So many people want to count someone out that hasn't been given much time on the court and think Furst who has had 4 years, needs more minutes. Doesn't make sense. Anyway, Berg may not pan out to be what some think he could be, but we need to allow him some time.

Furst knows the system better and as we speak, can probably provide more, even if it doesn't show up on the stat sheet. Just being a senior leader on the floor and being willing to do a lot of small things.

 

[Schmedly_Whiplash]

Disgree. Furst has had 4 years, where as Berg has not played many minutes to even get going. At this point Furst can be used for his Christmas elf experiences. Those are funny. So many people want to count someone out that hasn't been given much time on the court and think Furst who has had 4 years, needs more minutes. Doesn't make sense. Anyway, Berg may not pan out to be what some think he could be, but we need to allow him some time.

Yes, and if it hasn't happened by Big 10 time I reckon Caleb will be in the rotation because the coaches already know what they have (and don't have) with Caleb. As noted they need to learn that about Will. He's got some attributes and you can't teach his size. I worry about his reaction times, same as DJ (who already looked quicker last night). Game needs to slow down for them. TIME and results against opponents will determine.

 

[Schmedly_Whiplash]

Furst knows the system better and as we speak, can probably provide more, even if it doesn't show up on the stat sheet. Just being a senior leader on the floor and being willing to do a lot of small things.

Very few here value the defense and picks and learned experience part of the game like coaches do.

 

[boilerzz]

I don't know what kind of med school Butler has but IU and IU Indy have good med schools. I mean he really could have went anywhere. He could have stayed in the B1G and went to like Northwestern. And there isn't an argument of Purdue over Northwestern when it comes to academics.

I love when people think they know better than a young man what they should or shouldn't do.

 

[lovelyblonde]

I have to agree with you Whiplash. Jacobsen certainly has potential, but have you seen what awaits him in B10 play? Goodness. Several teams have the whole "twin towers" mojo going. Not saying these guys are all world beaters, but there are some formidable matchups on the horizon.

Michigan... Golden and Wolf starting together. Golden was quiet last night, but Wolf was phenomenal with 19/13. Tschetter was aggressive and productive off the bench.
Maryland... Reese and Queen both start. We know what Ju Ju can do, but Queen just went for 20/20 last night. Super impressive frosh.
Illinois... Ivisic and Humrichous. Ivisic was granted eligibility just recently, and that just might put Illinois in position for a B10 title. Ivisic went for 14/14 last night. Humrichous will be a solid contributor all year. Both can shoot from range and pass.
Wisconsin... Winter and Crowl are both proven, physical players. Crowl had a quiet night, but he's a 5th year veteran who will have his moments.
Michigan State... Booker and Zapala start with two very physical reserves coming off the bench in Cooper and Kohler. More quantity than quality here, but teams like MSU might wear on Jacobsen.

The list goes on. No doubt our bigs need to get settled into their roles quickly, because it isn't getting any e

Furst knows the system better and as we speak, can probably provide more, even if it doesn't show up on the stat sheet. Just being a senior leader on the floor and being willing to do a lot of small things.

I want somebody that can give us something on the floor though. You can provide leadership even when you are not playing.

 

[Bank Shot Podcast]

I want somebody that can give us something on the floor though. You can provide leadership even when you are not playing.

You can provide on the floor without it showing up on the stat sheet.

 

[Bank Shot Podcast]

I love when people think they know better than a young man what they should or shouldn't do.

He can do what he wants. But a girlfriend and med school isn't an excuse when you can still have both plus playing. If he doesn't care about playing time, then I'd question his passion for the game.