Judging from Goose's cameo against Toledo, Mooney isn't going to do this either. Goose will be gradually integrated into the rotation.
NC State 12/17
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I've watched him a couple times. To me, he strikes me as a guy who likes to force action and a bit of a ball hog particularly at crunch time. I don't think he is a superstar but his style of play marks well with probably our biggest defensive weakness which is preventing dribble drive penetration. So, I think he is in for a big night against us.
We need to use Seabron’s so called strength against him. If we can put two halves together like the second half against Toledo, we will be an hell of a team. Let’s start each game from here on out with a chip on our shoulders and play with confidence!!!
Green was supposed to have a big game against us.
So was Rollins.
So was Rollins.
I think state will go as their guards go. Seabron will be a load…think TJ Warren w/o the jumper. We need to take it to their guards and also I think Grant is going to be a problem for them.
Hmmm I don’t think we should speculate about Goose. I’m assuming he’s coming back at 100%. I’m sure there is some conditioning needed but let’s hope he’s ready to go!
Watched Seabron act more like a pont guard 50% of game. He likes to set up on right side facing the basket,
then wait for high pick and dribble across lane from right to left and do his euro step using either hand. You have to have
someone quick enough to beat the pick and force him wide of the lane. I vote for starting Wilson on him. Forcing him
right is actually better.
then wait for high pick and dribble across lane from right to left and do his euro step using either hand. You have to have
someone quick enough to beat the pick and force him wide of the lane. I vote for starting Wilson on him. Forcing him
right is actually better.
dust off the old matchup zone, switching the screen with the guards up top.
I suggest we switch to a 1-3-1 zone with Dobbins up top...
It would be interesting to see how he’d handle Gilly when he’s trying to bring the ball down the floor……of course that wouldn’t work once Seabron got him low.
Yep, you got to know your scout on him well. Deny dribble penetration is the key with him.
This scares me. One of our biggest weaknesses is controlling inside the paint on defense & preventing offensive rebounds by opponents. A physically dominant player that craves the ball seems like a match-up challenge. Hell, we've had that problem with midsize players.
Am I crazy for thinking I’d be ok with us fouling more? I’m not looking for the starters to get in foul trouble, but when Grace, Sal, Crabtree, Goose, Dji are getting minutes why not be a little more aggressive or just give a foul instead of an easy bucket. With so many guys coming off the bench we certainly have a lot we can give.
It would be nice to be able to stop a run or momentum by having the other team go to the line. Even if they make them, a 6-0 run on free throws doesn’t get the crowd going like 3 straight layups/dunks.
Obviously dependent on game-by-game situation, but just feels like some more aggression and fouling off the bench could help us out in moments
It would be nice to be able to stop a run or momentum by having the other team go to the line. Even if they make them, a 6-0 run on free throws doesn’t get the crowd going like 3 straight layups/dunks.
Obviously dependent on game-by-game situation, but just feels like some more aggression and fouling off the bench could help us out in moments
I think the issue is, giving him a ton of space to get a head of steam isn't a good solution either. We tried that with Hassan French, to no success whatsoever. So I think you do have to crowd him at least a little. Maybe not 28 feet.
Very true. Once a player has a head of steam, they have an advantage. Although Seaborn and French are different players. French operated out of the low post exclusively. Seabron is like a 6'7 pg, he starts with the ball in his hands and drives to the goal. He is a poor man's Ben Simmons. So, whatever the Hawks did to Simmons last year, we might want to try that.
I think we have to force him to shoot and live with that. Take away his drive at all costs. Think it will take multiple guys and I think we have the bodies. Dji has been working out and it’s still up in air but I’m leaning toward he may be available. X-rays were good, MRI on thurs morning to be sure. Looks to be like a weird sprain which he did couple of weeks ago. I think Zay could pester him, Tyler too but he need to accept the challenge, almost take it personal, imo. Dji only gives up about an inch in size & Tyler is right there. The dad in me says put Dji on him(if healthy) when he’s in. But I think Dji could also defend Fr guard Baby T. (Smith) who he is def familiar with. I like Zay on Smith though bc he can become a mental case and lose his composure. I think Zay could be the one to get into his head. Goose would be an asset if we was 100 too. Just don’t think he is game shape ready yet. I could be wrong and hope I am with Goose. We also have to close out on their guards who can get hot. Looking forward to it either way…I’m little sad however than some of our people coming are not coming now bc Dji PT is up in air. But me and mom will be there cheering for all of our guys. 🕷🏀
I kinda of agree...I think we can be aggressive and physical without fouling, but if a foul is called then cool. I haven't seen Seabron enough to know if physicality is something he embraces or doesn't like. Most players don't like getting bumped and clung too especially all game. We do have the bodies to stay up in him. We would need to be consistent with it however for it to pay off.
In case Dji hasn't called home yet today, JOC says he's good to go. 
you both beat mom and dad to it!! 😄 Haven't talked to him today but knew he was feeling better
I've got him at 20–36, but that was a quick manual review so I'm probably off by a little.
That’s about what I got, did I hear it correctly, the reporter talks about the success Mooney has had with Power 5 teams?
sounds a lot better if you just say he's got 20 wins against P5.
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Duke is looking for a game Sat night after the Cleveland State pullout ... just saying ...
DO IT! Last time I remember us playing Duke was when I was in school probably around 1990.
Let’s go for a matchup with every ACC school in “The Triangle”. NC State on Friday, Duke on Saturday, and cancel ODU and host UNC Sunday. I see only positives here.
We made the '96 UNC game close at the Dean Dome - my senior year and we filled up my Acura Integra and drove down ..
No excuses tomorrow night. NC State has played three decent /good teams and lost to all of them. They're ranked 30+ spots behind us in the NET. This is a game we should and must win. It becomes an anchor on our resume like Maryland if we blow it.
