Appreciate it. Some just don’t have a clue & miss the point all together. You can’t possibly be effective in 2-3 min stretches esp when you are worried about being pulled. If people can’t understand that then prob haven’t played or just plain oblivious.
I think his outside shot looks good. Quick release. Good form. Natural looking shooter. 4-10 from 3 this year. 5-13 in his career, and, yes, I watch every game. Maybe you think 2-16 is better than 5-13? I don't, so yes, I think outside shooting is another reason I would have Randolph next up behind the top 7. Let me guess...stats are overrated, right?
Good point about the early shot. Why would we ever want that shot there? Would we want Grant shooting a 3 with everyone out of position with 25 or whatever on the shot clock? Offense is not Dji's strength. That's not just my opinion. SDad has said that as well as he has said shooting, scoring, and the 3 point shot are not everything.
LOL. And, right on time we get the "probably haven't played" talk. You can absolutely be effective for 2-3 minute stretches, especially if you or those around you don't think you should be playing a lot more than that. My goodness, Dji is not the only player in college basketball to come out after a few minutes. Take the minutes and play well when in there, whether it's 5 or 10+. Why make looking over your shoulder excuses?
Early in shot clock is what was said. But being in less than a min and getting pulled for that is some mess. When Roche came down on fast break and pulled a few min later..coach was a calm as a cucumber after and Roche was free to keep playing. There isn’t nothing anyone can say about it that justifies it for me. Idc if Roche or anyone else shoots 80% treat all your players the same. That’s how I see it. Agree totally with your assessment that Dji will need to figure out his role. On the flip side if you are telling me to be more offensive minded then when I do you pull me that doesn’t work. Can’t haven’t both ways imo.
I would agree his defense is better esp from what i saw on film & this summer. For me what makes it better is he just scraps so hard bc he doesn’t have great athleticism. I will def take a scrappy player. Annnnd he can shoot it just a lil bit 😀
I agree but I rarely think about his athleticism on defense. He plays smart and knows how to keep the ball handler in front of him. Burton has more athleticism than anybody, but too often relies on his ability to play from behind.
My goodness. You need to be more realistic and accept your pre season predictions were just way far off. It seems like you have been golding onto that all year. Since you are talking like this, it's only fair if replies are allowed.
You’re such a dweeb. Wonder if you’re just an internet warrior or if the bullying you experienced as a teen caused you to be this way.
Roche's defense has been great. He is very much athletic. We heard some say on here he wouldn't be able to play good defense, and would be too slow and all that, and some are still holding on to the non athlete part, which could not be farther from the truth.
😂😂 Both…he’s a straight 🤡 and lives in Elmo’s world.
None of the above. I just think the whining is out of control. And, I tried to hold back a little and be non critical, but we kept hearing the same thing on here. And, I knew it wouldn't be long before someone posted a comment like this, all because I am giving a fair opinion. That many probably agree with but are afraid to say. Of course, several posts ago we hear that "some just don’t have a clue.....and "If people can’t understand that then prob haven’t played or just plain oblivious." But, no worries there, right? Just wait and get on me when I respond.
Yes, a clown, right? A clown who has been correct about this topic WAY more times than the biased person who just posted this.
With the fear of getting drilled on here for asking you, I wanted to ask you what do you think Dji's offensive role could be? This is his 3rd year here, he has played in 34 games, and played over 300 minutes. Do you think it is a little telling if an offensive role would still need to figured out? I expect a lot of hateful replies, and I really don't care, because I am asking you, not anyone else, and wondering what your opinion would be.
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Other strange fact, I coached their 2nd leading scorer for a few years on a travel basketball team. They are now 1-11 on the year, so probably missing Quinn a bit. I think they had a good freshman guard last year, guessing he transferred. Hoping they turn it around.
This is nothing new. Matter of fact I think there may have been significant discussion on the short leash in another thread a while back. I mentioned looking over one’s shoulder doesn’t generate a lot of self confidence.
The refs would have surely voted unanimously to fire me. 😀
Would you be happy if Shaq dribbled up the court and shot a 3pt as a coach? Obviously it’s an exaggeration, but there’s no way you can say “this isn’t rec ball” as you have before on this board and then when things aren’t going well, it’s “treat all of the players the same.” Can’t have it both ways.
Yeah Dji isn’t Shaq but I understand your point, but when your guy goes under the screen and you have a great look you take it. A coach can’t tell a player I want you more aggressive offensively and look to score more then punish said player for taking a shot. Instead of acting the fool over that particular shot, the transition defenders are the ones who should be talked too bc by the time the ball is kicked ahead TB and Matt are still back pedaling backwards and in chill mode. There was also the first shot of the game by Neal that was a 3 or long 2 and we didn’t get upset at that… Jmo
I think this is a fair critique and rational. I personally don't see the difference but I understand it, Roche is the best shooter no question but we can agree to disagree about the timing of a shot. I hear you about the mechanics but as I've stated before he has those 3 screws in his wrist and doesn't have the flexibility/range of motion he once had. He's made adjustments but still has to continue like you said to work at it. As far as players being treated equal, agree to disagree here too. Now if a player continues to mess up then yeah he should sit for a while, and if he doesn't I think it sends the wrong message. I think all players are different...If a player was a volume scorer and could go in and get 6-10 pts in a 3-4 min stretch that's how you play that player, one could argue. If a player is rhythm player you have to allow them to get into that rhythm. That's just something I firmly believe in.
Jenkins? he's really good!
Betting it was the coaching he received in his formative years.Yep, Jenkins. He really grew and blossomed in high school/prep school. His dad played at URI and is 6'9 so figured he would, but he really improved his athleticism too. I see he is shooting it much better from 3 this year, he always had a really good looking shot out there, and it is going in at a better rate.
My kids unfortunately followed my athletic path, peaking out around 7th/8th grade
Can confirm, Sdad is a good dude. Introduced myself a few weeks ago. 4700, you should take him up on the offer.
Randolph is a dog and that is why he is getting time. By dog, I mean, he is gritty, intense, plays with an edge out there. His skill is not getting him time, it's more his persona.
dog will get you part of the way, but Dread might be a dog too without finding the floor.
I would certainly hope it is everyone on here who is rooting for him to succeed. I know I am. When his first 3 went down, I posted on here I bet SDad was thinking "take that 4700", and when Dji has looked good out there, I have said so. But, I expect my 8th or 9th guys to play well out there. If Randolph goes out and gives us 15 solid minutes, I will say so, but it doesn't mean he should get a lot more playing time.
7 guys average 21+ minutes a game. The same 7 guys have played 15+ minutes in each of their games. The same 7 guys have started at least 1 game this year. Yes, we have a top 7. Doesn't mean an 8th or 9th guy can't or won't play more minutes than some of the top 7 some games, but the top 7 seems pretty clear.
