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by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 1/9 | Davidson | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 309
Views: 10427

Re: 1/9 | Davidson | 7:00PM (ESPN+)

I don’t think Davidson is good but that’s still a real good road dub Last years team loses that game by double digits Depth on display tonight with Green mostly a non factor. Huge minutes from Brown. Play of the game might have been when he snatched that 50/50 ball and fed House for the dunk. That’s...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 1/9 | Davidson | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 309
Views: 10427

Re: 1/9 | Davidson | 7:00PM (ESPN+)

TruePoint wrote: 2 months ago
Rhody15 wrote: 2 months ago
Can only remember Me, Stevey, and Jersey wondering why people hated him so much.
Dawg
Also…Dawg

In reality there were really only 2-3 doubters of Fuchs. And they have atoned.
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Conference Realignment
Replies: 1562
Views: 128280

Re: Conference Realignment

I wonder whether fans on other A-10 Boards are advocating against URI's continued membership in the A-10. The program has never been able to be a consistent winner experiencing dramatic peaks and valleys. This season will likely be its fourth losing year in a row and its home attendance is declinin...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Conference Realignment
Replies: 1562
Views: 128280

Re: Conference Realignment

I wonder whether fans on other A-10 Boards are advocating against URI's continued membership in the A-10. The program has never been able to be a consistent winner experiencing dramatic peaks and valleys. This season will likely be its fourth losing year in a row and its home attendance is declinin...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 1/9 | Davidson | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 309
Views: 10427

Re: 1/9 | Davidson | 7:00PM (ESPN+)

They’re skinny, but lanky and can shoot, feel like they always get offensive rebounds and kick it out for a three. If we are nice and aggressive we will live at the foul line....so hopefully we can cash in lol If we want to live at the foul line then that means we exchange that in place of getting ...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Conference Realignment
Replies: 1562
Views: 128280

Re: Conference Realignment

by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 1/9 | Davidson | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 309
Views: 10427

Re: 1/9 | Davidson | 7:00PM (ESPN+)

Davidson has the straightest arms in the league.
No weight room down there
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: THE EARLY LINE URI VS DAVIDSON
Replies: 20
Views: 1197

Re: THE EAARLY LINJE URI VS DAVIDSON

Matchup wise this should benefit us. They don’t try to turn you over much. Aren’t overly physical. As long as our guys read the scout and communicate on D on all the back cuts and motion there is no reason we can’t win there. Skogman is tough but unlike last Davidson teams their back court doesn’t s...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB
Replies: 2339
Views: 137827

Re: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB

PC is going to go through similar to what we went through when EC went down. Natural transition period with a high usage, alpha offensive star going down. Other guys will have to fill void and develop faster (Dual, Pierre, Castro, Floyd) but offensively they are gonna be a slog on many nights and wi...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: A-10 2024 Results Scores Chatter
Replies: 37
Views: 2223

Re: A-10 2024 Results Scores Chatter

Holmes is going to be a problem. Big Problem. That guy can play. Holmes is going to be a problem bc he's an NBA player. Cross (Umass) is going to be a problem bc he plays harder than anyone else on the floor. Before Green I thought Cross could easily go for 20 and 20 against us. That kid plays like...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Conference Realignment
Replies: 1562
Views: 128280

Re: Conference Realignment

Yes, because pretty much all of your opinions are not in the best interest of the University, and I don't have patience for people that aren't for what's best for the University. Since this conference is collapsing and those people were in favor of other objectively terrible additions, yeah, you kn...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: A-10 2024 Results Scores Chatter
Replies: 37
Views: 2223

Re: A-10 2024 Results Scores Chatter

Holmes is going to be a problem. Big Problem. That guy can play. Holmes is going to be a problem bc he's an NBA player. Cross (Umass) is going to be a problem bc he plays harder than anyone else on the floor. Before Green I thought Cross could easily go for 20 and 20 against us. That kid plays like...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 1/3 | Saint Joseph’s | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 317
Views: 10166

Re: 1/3 | Saint Joseph’s | 7:00PM (ESPN+)

Kortright has been our most consistent performer this year by far. Solid every game. Does a little bit of everything and makes good decisions. Not a natural PG but performing well at that position.
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 1/3 | Saint Joseph’s | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 317
Views: 10166

Re: 1/3 | Saint Joseph’s | 7:00PM (ESPN+)

The worst called game was against Iona at the RC in the NIT. The refs needed a police escort off the court. AJ English was an absolute stud for them. Cluess had some fun teams to watch at Iona. Regular NCAA appearances but can’t remember if they ever won a game. They didn’t. His style of play while...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB
Replies: 2339
Views: 137827

Re: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB

Like when we lost EC it’s going to force some of their young guys to step up and develop faster… long term that’s prob good for them.

But also like when we lost EC I think they will struggle mightily on offensive end. I don’t see them being an ncaa team without Hopkins.
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

I agree with many here that Fuchs best spot is at the 5 but I will add at this time, for this team, this season. I still hold out hope that he can improve his foot speed (especially lateral movement) to play the 4 and 5 for us in the coming seasons. That said, Fuchs and the team trainer have a lot ...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB
Replies: 2339
Views: 137827

Re: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB

Tonights A10 Games: Three very interesting early matchups listed first: Dayton (-4.5) (10-2) NET 25 @ Davidson (10-3) NET 103 CBSSN 7pm Duquesne (9-3) NET 80 @ UMASS (-1.5) (9-3) NET 92 ESPN+ 7pm St Bonaventure (9-3) NET 65 @ VCU (-5.5) (8-5) NET 87 CBSSN 9pm Plus: George Mason (-3.5) (11-2) NET 76...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 1/3 | Saint Joseph’s | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 317
Views: 10166

Re: 1/3 | Saint Joseph’s | 7:00PM (ESPN+)

I actually think when he develops further his natural position will be at the 4. Right now the issue is less offensive end but he can’t cover quick athletic 4 men that you see a lot of at mid major level. I do agree right now his best spot for us is at the 5. Him and Green are our best rebounders by...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 1/3 | Saint Joseph’s | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 317
Views: 10166

Re: 1/3 | Saint Joseph’s | 7:00PM (ESPN+)

David Fuchs over his last 4 games (PC, Brown, NE, SJU)

Averaging 11ppg, 9rpg, 62% from the field in 25 minutes a night.
Insane efficiency.
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 1/3 | Saint Joseph’s | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 317
Views: 10166

Re: 1/3 | Saint Joseph’s | 7:00PM (ESPN+)

Weston didn’t seem like the type that could take a marginal role and then maximize it. But he did just that. Was immense on D, made winnings plays, and was massive in his minutes. Probably his best stretch of minutes in Keaney Blue. Also tonight, for the first time, we saw Archie go with Estevez at ...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 1/3 | Saint Joseph’s | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 317
Views: 10166

Re: 1/3 | Saint Joseph’s | 7:00PM (ESPN+)

David Green is our most impt player. Every game. He elevates everyone. David Fuchs haters need to say a proper mea culpa. Weston and Fou come in cold and give great contributions in crunch time. Archie coached his ass off. Kortright is clutch, inserting him for Weston in a last shot sequence was the...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 1/3 | Saint Joseph’s | 7:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 317
Views: 10166

Re: 1/3 | Saint Joseph’s | 7:00PM (ESPN+)

Yeah people just want to think Fuchs is better right now, because people have been hard on him. You and BlueMan = people for the most part Blueman has been way harder than me! But still, he's not better than Bilau. I know you guys don't acknowledge +/- but... Josophat Bilau is +7.2 best on the team...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: A10 Outlook for 2023-24
Replies: 1257
Views: 103913

Re: A10 Outlook for 2023-24

I just listened to a segment...LOL...the "Rhody" insider talking about David Green possibly covering Erik Reynolds. And that our front court has been the only consistent aspect of the team. Like WTF? They are a joke.
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: A10 Outlook for 2023-24
Replies: 1257
Views: 103913

Re: A10 Outlook for 2023-24

No one should listen to a thing A10 Talk puts out.
A bunch of children with little perspective or expertise.
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

I think that’s the best comp yet. A lefty version.
Mike was tough, versatile, and could score inside and out. Prob less of a back to the basket threat than Green but more similar IMO than others thrown out.
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

Yes...it was 1 of many blunders that game...and every game. But I digress.
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

This is why discussions like this should be in the rotation thread and not so much in individual game threads. Keeping comments on who should start, who shouldn’t, who is getting too many minutes, not enough minutes are all easier to track and remember when contained. Would you agree Adam that the ...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

Who are these "many" calling for Weston to start? Maybe I've missed it but I don't feel like I've seen much talk about Weston starting. This is why discussions like this should be in the rotation thread and not so much in individual game threads. Keeping comments on who should start, who ...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

I don’t see the Delroy comp besides them both being 6’7 lefties. Del was a slasher with a really good handle and slithery in traffic. Green seems to rely more on strength and high IQ. Regardless he’s our most impt player after just 1 game. His previous stats in CUSA and CAA don’t add up to me. Eith...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

I don’t see the Delroy comp besides them both being 6’7 lefties. Del was a slasher with a really good handle and slithery in traffic. Green seems to rely more on strength and high IQ. Regardless he’s our most impt player after just 1 game. His previous stats in CUSA and CAA don’t add up to me. Eithe...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

jcru wrote: 2 months ago Closer to a Josh King traditional forward... than a guard.
Josh King was a traditional wing tho. ARD was the 4 and Luther the 5. Josh King comp is way closer to Zek than Green tho Zek can do more off the dribble than Josh could.
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

Green was playing on the wing on Offense. On the right side to be more specific. Actually, it was kind of comical, at least three times he was beyond the arch on the same side as Estevez. Estevez shoo'ed him away with his hand as if to say this is my spot and Green moved. lol. One time was the play...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

Weston also often complains about Referee Calls and lets that impact his emotional behavior. Others just take Referee calls calmly and without issue. Weston has had opportunity and many on this board have maintained high expectations for him even to this point while others tend to get a significant...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

Something to keep in mind tho is that Green wasn’t scouted or probably even accounted for in the scout by Northeastern. That won’t be the case moving fwd. I do think he gets the start vs St Joe’s. It’s go time no use holding him back if he’s healthy. St Joe’s guards will be a very tough matchup for ...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Where Are They Now? Former Player Results and News
Replies: 4017
Views: 442630

Re: Where Are They Now? Former Player Results and News

Brayon Freeman is now playing for Coastal Carolina (3-9) Played last 2 homes games Lost to NC A&T 82-85 11 minutes 3-7 FG, 0-1 3P, 1-1 FT for 7 points 3 Rebounds 3 Turnovers 0 assists Lost to Troy yesterday 65-72 (1st Conference game) 8 minutes 0-4 FG, 0-1 3P, 2-4 FT for 2 points 1 Rebound 1 As...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

I believe Weston’s mom was a ball player. Which makes it even more surprising that he has little to no basketball awareness and instincts. Great size, great athleticism but no basketball instincts. Some of the body language stuff makes u think he just started playing basketball yesterday. He misses ...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB
Replies: 2339
Views: 137827

Re: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB

Also comparing us to BE is sorta a moot point. More impt is how we do amongst our peer leagues in that next tier - AAC, MWC, WCC.
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB
Replies: 2339
Views: 137827

Re: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB

Obadiah wrote: 2 months ago In comparison, the Big East went 26-24 versus P5 OOC opponents
Would be interesting to note the home/road/neutral split on those records. I would venture to guess BE had more home/neutral?
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

I’m guessing Archie likes Brown’s D and he continues to play a role situationally moving fwd. Bilau would be my choice at the 5 if healthy. With Fuchs, Foumena and Brown (in that order) behind him. Fouls happen, injuries happen, etc. I don’t see many minutes available for Weston at the 3 or 4 with t...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

I’ve set it a couple of times, but I think my biggest complaints about Fuchs were basically because he was playing out of position. The 4 is a skill position nowadays, as seen by David Green and all the other stretch 4’s across college and the pros. Fuchs does not have any skill. But he’s big and p...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

rjv wrote: 2 months ago Wait Wait Wait...
Where was Jared Turner for NE 26.6 mins per game and just under 10 pts per game
He did not play?
He did not.
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

Iggy1979 wrote: 2 months ago RE: Fuchs. Need to start keeping track of how many times Blue Man is wrong. Fuchs will be a 4 year starter.
Oh gimme a break. You’ve been wrong plenty. As has everyone else.
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

Northeastern obviously isn't a great team, but it's good to get a W against anyone at this point. I suspect that the lineup out there to finish - Estevez, Montgomery, House, Green and Fuchs - is what we go with going forward, with Kortright first off the bench. Those six were the only guys to play ...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

I feel like this whole team is playing with different energy. I’m not sure if it’s David Green, Archie changes, or the break..but this should be renewing some hope for conference play. It’s the return of Fuchs. I’ve set it a couple of times, but I think my biggest complaints about Fuchs were basica...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

Agree with the comment about starting 5 going forward There is no one I want to give minutes from to Weston. He’s a transfer prospect; just hasn’t clicked for him here. Has the lowest sense of instincts and basketball awareness I’ve seen from a player with his athleticism and skill set. Green is the...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

jcru wrote: 2 months ago And with his left hand, to boot
If you’re talking about Green he’s left handed
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

I feel like this whole team is playing with different energy. I’m not sure if it’s David Green, Archie changes, or the break..but this should be renewing some hope for conference play. It’s Green. His versatility, skill set and presence were all sorely needed. More Foumena and Fuchs at the 5 less B...
by bigappleram
2 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)
Replies: 371
Views: 14328

Re: 12/30 | Northeastern | 1:00PM (ESPN+)

David Green is our most impt player. Maybe not most talented. But most important.
by bigappleram
3 months ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB
Replies: 2339
Views: 137827

Re: Games of Interest - 2023-2024 MBB

Or that he moved down a level. Is the primary scorer and allowed to do what he wants offensively. He’s still shooting it at sub 30% from 3, low 40s overall. Committing almost 3 TOs / game. No shade meant here happy for Bassy and any RIIL kid who goes out there and plays D1 ball at any level. But eve...
by bigappleram
3 months ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '24 VA PG Ben Hammond (URI signed LOI)
Replies: 336
Views: 54547

Re: '24 VA PG Ben Hammond (URI signed LOI)

For those worried about his height and being able to get his shot off, the team he played yesterday is as big and as talented as many of the teams he will be playing against next year. He's been playing against top level competition and big players for years. He has a knack of being able to get his...