1. We should be ranked after this game.
2. Kopp was the obvious MVP today, but Buie is the guy who makes everything go. Last year we said we really needed Kopp to improve his shooting off the dribble since defenses can run him off the line without worry; but now he's showing how hard he worked on that phase of his game in the off-season.
3. After Indy I said Nance may be our best player, slightly over Buie---but after this game I think Buie is our leader, MVP and best player. When he has the ball good things happen, whether driving, shooting or creating. Not an elite athlete but incredibly nifty and savvy.
4. Ryan Young has the best post moves and footwork of any NU player I've seen since Esch. I love when he goes on one one, even if he missed a couple lay-ups--those will come.
5. Not sure why Buie can hit the highest degree of difficulty shots under pressure but can't seem to hit his FTs late in games. Oh well, he is still flat out fun to watch and the heart of this team.
6. Great to see Beran back and healthy. His size and athleticism help us in all phases, but would like to see the coaching staff try to get him in the flow of the offense. He hit 40% from 3 last year and would add yet another weapon that would be tough to defend.
7. Only frustrating aspect of the game was how OSU kept grabbing offensive rebounds even though we had the size advantage. They also got about 3 airballs directly into their hands for putbacks, but to their credit they has position.
8. Our defensive effort, communication and teamwork is outstanding. Our offensive flow is so much better than prior CC teams. I love the big guys at the top of the key to pass to cutters or hand-off to curling 3 pt shooters.
9. Top to bottom this team has more talent than the tourney team--though that team had a stronger starting 5 imo. This team looks very connected and like they really fight for each other.
10. Even though Audige single-handedly beat IU down the stretch and hit a huge 3 in this game, I have no confidence in his shot selection and limited confidence in his shot--he is a streaky shooter that is often shooting bricks. I hope he can settle into a rhythm and become more efficient and consistent over the season. I see Buie doing that this year compared to last year, hoping the same for Audige. (Oh but his block was beautiful and all is forgiven!)
Great game, fun team to watch. Still not sure how we survive the insane big ten schedule, but this is the only NU team I've seen other than the tourney team and maybe an early BC team with Vedran, Jitim, Hardy, Mo that I thought has comparable talent to most of the big ten.
2. Kopp was the obvious MVP today, but Buie is the guy who makes everything go. Last year we said we really needed Kopp to improve his shooting off the dribble since defenses can run him off the line without worry; but now he's showing how hard he worked on that phase of his game in the off-season.
3. After Indy I said Nance may be our best player, slightly over Buie---but after this game I think Buie is our leader, MVP and best player. When he has the ball good things happen, whether driving, shooting or creating. Not an elite athlete but incredibly nifty and savvy.
4. Ryan Young has the best post moves and footwork of any NU player I've seen since Esch. I love when he goes on one one, even if he missed a couple lay-ups--those will come.
5. Not sure why Buie can hit the highest degree of difficulty shots under pressure but can't seem to hit his FTs late in games. Oh well, he is still flat out fun to watch and the heart of this team.
6. Great to see Beran back and healthy. His size and athleticism help us in all phases, but would like to see the coaching staff try to get him in the flow of the offense. He hit 40% from 3 last year and would add yet another weapon that would be tough to defend.
7. Only frustrating aspect of the game was how OSU kept grabbing offensive rebounds even though we had the size advantage. They also got about 3 airballs directly into their hands for putbacks, but to their credit they has position.
8. Our defensive effort, communication and teamwork is outstanding. Our offensive flow is so much better than prior CC teams. I love the big guys at the top of the key to pass to cutters or hand-off to curling 3 pt shooters.
9. Top to bottom this team has more talent than the tourney team--though that team had a stronger starting 5 imo. This team looks very connected and like they really fight for each other.
10. Even though Audige single-handedly beat IU down the stretch and hit a huge 3 in this game, I have no confidence in his shot selection and limited confidence in his shot--he is a streaky shooter that is often shooting bricks. I hope he can settle into a rhythm and become more efficient and consistent over the season. I see Buie doing that this year compared to last year, hoping the same for Audige. (Oh but his block was beautiful and all is forgiven!)
Great game, fun team to watch. Still not sure how we survive the insane big ten schedule, but this is the only NU team I've seen other than the tourney team and maybe an early BC team with Vedran, Jitim, Hardy, Mo that I thought has comparable talent to most of the big ten.
