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section(105) · Unread post by **section(105)** » 5 years ago

.......Team Rankings gives URI a 70% of winning......

Rhody83 · Unread post by **Rhody83** » 5 years ago

I hope we get great fan support Friday for this young team. Concerned about student attendance because so many of them go home on weekends. Hopefully with the short week next week for Thanksgiving they hang around this weekend.

luke · Unread post by **luke** » 5 years ago

They need to get out of the gate fast as they did against Bryant to shake off the road loss . hope we see the shooting return to
something resembling more the Bryant game as well . it may take another 5 or 6 games to get any true read on what this team has .
very hard to judge after their first road game . In the past they usually had 3 or 4 home games before they hit the road especially when
they had younger players filling major roles. It should be remembered that in reality there is no true 4 year player senior leadership .Three
juniors and a soph are leading this group and only one of the four started. A win in this one would be a big step forward.

Rhody72 · Unread post by **Rhody72** » 5 years ago

It is easier to shoot with confidence when your team is ahead.

URI needs for Harris to play aggressive while staying out of foul trouble.

Here's hoping Fatts Russell doesn't morph into Fatts Richmond.

I'm not seeing our defense as aggressive as in the past. We need to be more disruptive, create more turnovers and force more bad shots.

rambone 78 · Unread post by **rambone 78** » 5 years ago

All true 72, but if we play too aggressively on defense....not sure our freshmen would stay on the court too long before getting in foul trouble.

As they gain confidence, then they can play more in your face defense.

Going to take time.

Taylor Swift · Unread post by **Taylor Swift** » 5 years ago

PeterRamTime · Unread post by **PeterRamTime** » 5 years ago

Taylor Swift wrote: ↑5 years ago

Cyril has some charisma goin on!

PeterRamTime · Unread post by **PeterRamTime** » 5 years ago

I dont think it's possible for us to shoot any worse than we did in Charleston.

At least I hope not...

If Cyril, Dowtin and Fatts all play well we win.

We might need all three to play lights out if we are to beat anybody good until the freshmen get up to speed.

ace · Unread post by **ace** » 5 years ago

Are Aiken and Towns still out?

Hopefully a home crowd and familiar rims helps them settle in. The team needs to have really short memories- easier for players who have already done it at this level, more difficult for freshmen.

With Fatts, I’m anxious to see him continue to adjust to being a primary target of the defense’s game plan. He’s not going to sneak up on anybody this season. He’s going to have to work hard to get the shots he wants, not the ones the defense is giving him.

reef · Unread post by **reef** » 5 years ago

Nice job Cyril way to recruit fans

Unread post by **ATPTourFan** » 5 years ago

Cyril!! Had me laughing in the clip.

ElmCityRhody · Unread post by **ElmCityRhody** » 5 years ago

good work Cyril !

DC_Rams · Unread post by **DC_Rams** » 5 years ago

*reminder* *mute ElmCityRhody until after tonight’s game*

Unread post by **ATPTourFan** » 5 years ago

bigappleram · Unread post by **bigappleram** » 5 years ago

Would hope we get a nice crowd tonight, would be good to see 6K as this young team really can use the support of Rhody nation.
I'll be starting my trek up 95 shortly and hope all of KB will be there to represent. Go Rhody!

ElmCityRhody · Unread post by **ElmCityRhody** » 5 years ago

DC_Rams wrote: ↑5 years ago *reminder* *mute ElmCityRhody until after tonight’s game*

i already purchased the duct tape and i am shutting off wifi

RamStock · Unread post by **RamStock** » 5 years ago

ace wrote: ↑5 years ago Are Aiken and Towns still out?

Hopefully a home crowd and familiar rims helps them settle in. The team needs to have really short memories- easier for players who have already done it at this level, more difficult for freshmen.

With Fatts, I’m anxious to see him continue to adjust to being a primary target of the defense’s game plan. He’s not going to sneak up on anybody this season. He’s going to have to work hard to get the shots he wants, not the ones the defense is giving him.

Both Aiken and Towns are out. You get the feeling that this Harvard team is going to be very good when they get them back and probably an NCAA team from the Ivy. The spread is URI-4. Probably would have been -1 or I Pickem if both played. Tough game tonight. Need the freshman to get some confidence in their heads.

PeterRamTime · Unread post by **PeterRamTime** » 5 years ago

Aiken and Towns were out against Umass.

Cant find anything about their status for tonight.

Their Forward Chris Lewis really took it to UMass.

We should be able to capitalize on a weakened Harvard team, but they are still pretty good without those guys.

Ramrod · Unread post by **Ramrod** » 5 years ago

Rhody72 wrote: ↑5 years ago It is easier to shoot with confidence when your team is ahead.

URI needs for Harris to play aggressive while staying out of foul trouble.

Here's hoping Fatts Russell doesn't morph into Fatts Richmond.

I'm not seeing our defense as aggressive as in the past. We need to be more disruptive, create more turnovers and force more bad shots.

72, with respect to Harris, I think he may have the opposite issue. I’ve been thinking he needs to settle down and let the game come to him. Looks to me like he’s been too sped up. Rooting like heck for the kid to start feeling comfortable. Also want to see Tate get more of a chance. Still not sure why we didn’t see him vs Charleston.

Let’s go Rhody!!!

NYGFan_Section208 · Unread post by **NYGFan_Section208** » 5 years ago

Of the freshman...I believe it's Martin that we're all better off seeing more...

Rhodymob05 · Unread post by **Rhodymob05** » 5 years ago

I can see a ton of potential in Harris, he was doing great on the boards. Attacked the rim well but was denied. Get him more touches and you'll get a better chance to judge him.

reef · Unread post by **reef** » 5 years ago

Be nice if he can get a basket early just for confidence

ElmCityRhody · Unread post by **ElmCityRhody** » 5 years ago

When does the gag order go into effect for me ?.. 6:59:59 ?

ElmCityRhody · Unread post by **ElmCityRhody** » 5 years ago

Let’s gooooooooo !!!

reef · Unread post by **reef** » 5 years ago

You get a lifetime pass

Billyboy78 · Unread post by **Billyboy78** » 5 years ago

ElmCityRhody wrote: ↑5 years ago When does the gag order go into effect for me ?.. 6:59:59 ?

But what if you see something you don't like in warmups?

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 5 years ago

So next time somebody is open just throw your shoe at them and the game stops!

DC_Rams · Unread post by **DC_Rams** » 5 years ago

adam914 wrote: ↑5 years ago So next time somebody is open just throw your shoe at them and the game stops!

That should’ve been a tech.

DC_Rams · Unread post by **DC_Rams** » 5 years ago

Fatts playing much more controlled basketball. Not forcing it, allowing the game to come to him. This is what I like to see from him. When they play him man, it’s a mismatch, he’s too fast.

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 5 years ago

DC_Rams wrote: ↑5 years ago
adam914 wrote: ↑5 years ago So next time somebody is open just throw your shoe at them and the game stops!
That should’ve been a tech.

Right? Like I know the kid wasnt trying to do anything there, but hell now I feel like we should have someone always play defense with a shoe in their hands and when someone has an open 3 you just throw it on the ground!

Billyboy78 · Unread post by **Billyboy78** » 5 years ago

9-13 from the field so far...quite different than the COC game.

DC_Rams · Unread post by **DC_Rams** » 5 years ago

Sheesh, the only person that can’t stop Fatts....is Fatts.

Rhody74 · Unread post by **Rhody74** » 5 years ago

We may be playing Harvard but Dowtin the smartest player on the floor.

ramsman75 · Unread post by **ramsman75** » 5 years ago

The flopping needs to stop....taking Cyril's game away from him

Shinze88 · Unread post by **Shinze88** » 5 years ago

Cyril is a real enigma, capable of looking like the best and worst player on the floor in a matter of minutes, still need him on the floor.
Shooting and ball movement are much better, would like us to be able to exploit their interior especially when Lewis went to the bench with 2 fouls.
Our overplaying on the perimeter led to 3 easy baskets and the backdoor play on Christion. Still need to get Harris involved, best freshman so far has been Martin. Going to be an interesting 2nd half.

Billyboy78 · Unread post by **Billyboy78** » 5 years ago

Gotta feed the hot hand....that would be Jeff.

DC_Rams · Unread post by **DC_Rams** » 5 years ago

I REALLY need Fatts to stop shooting 3’s. Help in other ways kid.

RIFan · Unread post by **RIFan** » 5 years ago

I hope Harris is injured, because he Is missing wide open layups otherwise he just isn’t very good

Rhody74 · Unread post by **Rhody74** » 5 years ago

RIFan wrote: ↑5 years ago I hope Harris is injured, because he Is missing wide open layups

Maybe .... went to the bench a minute into the 2nd half.

RIFan · Unread post by **RIFan** » 5 years ago

BTW, I don’t want him to be injured...I’m just looking for a reason why he keeps missing layups that any decent ymca weekend warrior would make.

Billyboy78 · Unread post by **Billyboy78** » 5 years ago

Steve and Don and the radio said Jermaine has no lift, that even on his dunk, he barely got I over the rim. They're wondering if he has a knee problem.

RIFan · Unread post by **RIFan** » 5 years ago

Didn’t he miss most of the preseason with an injury? Must not be 100%. Maybe they should shut him down.

DC_Rams · Unread post by **DC_Rams** » 5 years ago

RIFan wrote: ↑5 years ago Didn’t he miss most of the preseason with an injury? Must not be 100%. Maybe they should shut him down.

No, he’s fine, just in his own head.

RIFan · Unread post by **RIFan** » 5 years ago

I’m not sure that’s better. Sometimes physical issues are a easier to get over than mental.

RIFan · Unread post by **RIFan** » 5 years ago

That Dowtin layup is sports center worthy

DC_Rams · Unread post by **DC_Rams** » 5 years ago

RIFan wrote: ↑5 years ago I’m not sure that’s better. Sometimes physical issues are a easier to get over than mental.

Again, it’s his 3rd game in his freshman career. Relax!

RIFan · Unread post by **RIFan** » 5 years ago

I’d agree except he is missing bunnies.

DC_Rams · Unread post by **DC_Rams** » 5 years ago

Fatts needs to find another way to impact the game when his shot isn’t falling.

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 5 years ago

Fatts, I love you man, but you’re killing me with the shot selection!

Rhody74 · Unread post by **Rhody74** » 5 years ago

DC_Rams wrote: ↑5 years ago Fatts needs to find another way to impact the game when his shot isn’t falling.

He’s picking their pockets for one

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