One story at a time….connected
The U.S. Military Academy at West Point or Army began its football season versus Duke. Although the Knights have registered 8 wins one of the two losses suffered was against the Blue Devils. Okay what about basketball you ask, well Duke was scheduled for the Knights second game. The final score Duke 94 Army 72 as the trio of Blue Devils led the way, we must have a nickname for them.
Barrett had 23 points, Reddish 25 and Williamson 27. Below the score on ESPN’s college basketball page the words read, “Should NBA teams’ tank for Zion and Barrett.” I hope to not hear the word “Tank” ever, the hint a team would lose on purpose to improve its draft position is appalling to yours truly. LATE UPDATE: I was reminded Coach K. graduated from West Point and coached at the academy prior to his long tenure at Duke.
The U.S. Military Academy at West Point or Army began its football season versus Duke. Although the Knights have registered 8 wins one of the two losses suffered was against the Blue Devils. Okay what about basketball you ask, well Duke was scheduled for the Knights second game. The final score Duke 94 Army 72 as the trio of Blue Devils led the way, we must have a nickname for them.
Barrett had 23 points, Reddish 25 and Williamson 27. Below the score on ESPN’s college basketball page the words read, “Should NBA teams’ tank for Zion and Barrett.” I hope to not hear the word “Tank” ever, the hint a team would lose on purpose to improve its draft position is appalling to yours truly. LATE UPDATE: I was reminded Coach K. graduated from West Point and coached at the academy prior to his long tenure at Duke.
Is the world
catching up?
It’s been less than 30 games, yet we marvel at the poise and the game of Luka Doncic. This 19-year is playing like a grizzled veteran, thus far Doncic’s has the highest scoring average for a rookie since number 23. No not that 23, in this instance I’m referring to Michael Jeffery Jordan or Air Jordan. This youngster from Slovenia hit the ground running which begs the question, “Is the world catching up?”
It’s been less than 30 games, yet we marvel at the poise and the game of Luka Doncic. This 19-year is playing like a grizzled veteran, thus far Doncic’s has the highest scoring average for a rookie since number 23. No not that 23, in this instance I’m referring to Michael Jeffery Jordan or Air Jordan. This youngster from Slovenia hit the ground running which begs the question, “Is the world catching up?”
The answer might be yes and no, every Euro player has not
adjusted at the level of a Luka Doncic.
We don’t know at this point if Kristaps Porzingis will return to the
Knicks and play at the same level due to injury. If he can regain his previous form, we might
include him too as one of the new wave of Euro players. I’m unsure if we can answer the question it’s
far too early to determine. This we can
say its likely Doncic and perhaps a healthy Porzingis represent talented NBA
athletes who honed their skills playing in Europe.
His nominee
LeBron said it, so it’s got to be correct…right? He said JaVale McGee must be included in the conversation for defensive player of the year. Some are questioning LeBron on this, I’d mentioned this prior McGee is having an outstanding season thus far. It’s difficult to register significant numbers when you play limited minutes, that’s been McGee’s history with the Wiz, Nuggets, Sixers and Mavs.
LeBron said it, so it’s got to be correct…right? He said JaVale McGee must be included in the conversation for defensive player of the year. Some are questioning LeBron on this, I’d mentioned this prior McGee is having an outstanding season thus far. It’s difficult to register significant numbers when you play limited minutes, that’s been McGee’s history with the Wiz, Nuggets, Sixers and Mavs.
It occurred as well in a Warrior jersey however he’s got two
championship rings from his time in Oakland.
Most interesting in an interview McGee claims he came to Southern
California because of LeBron. I referred
to him as journeyman player due to history, he’s receiving starter minutes with
the Lakers. The only other time he
played major minutes was in the 2010-11, lengthy injuries impacted his role as
well. This is the good part, he’s only
30-years old he should have 5- or 6-years barring injury playing at this
level.
“Half full, not
half empty”
Life presents obstacles at times; experiences can be difficult to handle however my belief is to maintain a positive outlook. I say, “The glass is half full, not half empty”, that’s how I feel about Mizzou’s program next season. Keep in mind the 2018-19 season is yet to be played however with two 2019 commits the question was asked, what are the prospects for next season? Well not very good in a positive manner allow me to explain. Assuming all the commits sign everyone returns there will either be 2 or 3 scholarships for 2019-20. The Mizzou roster is ripe with freshman, sophomores, juniors and few seniors.
Life presents obstacles at times; experiences can be difficult to handle however my belief is to maintain a positive outlook. I say, “The glass is half full, not half empty”, that’s how I feel about Mizzou’s program next season. Keep in mind the 2018-19 season is yet to be played however with two 2019 commits the question was asked, what are the prospects for next season? Well not very good in a positive manner allow me to explain. Assuming all the commits sign everyone returns there will either be 2 or 3 scholarships for 2019-20. The Mizzou roster is ripe with freshman, sophomores, juniors and few seniors.
You might tend to believe this season’s team might struggle
being so youthful but that’s a good thing.
Unlike Kentucky and some other programs Mizzou will return talent
whereas the one and done school must recruit talent to replace the
departed. Maybe one day Mizzou will be
able to do what Kentucky, Kansas and others are able to accomplish, recruit one
and done players exclusively. Until
there is a change in NBA rules I’m okay with talent that might be considered
second tier if they compete successfully and earn NCAA appearances. Last season’s Mizzou team did just that
despite the presence of one and done Michael Porter. I can implore Coach Martin to continue recruiting
at the current pace, look under every rock and behind every tree for
talent.
