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Nice gesture by the Cavs.

https://akronzippedup.substack.com/p/zips-mens-basketball-weekly-update-f9b round up and preview from Zipped Up.

It appears Freeman has made the trip with the Pacers to Cleveland.

You're probably correct, but I'm still happy they adapted instead of just chucking bad shots.

Marvin looking comfortable

The Zips host the 9-6 Toledo Rockets Tuesday night at the JAR on Roo Blue Night. The Rockets are 3-0 in the MAC with wins over Central Michigan (by 2), Eastern Michigan (by 3) and Western Michigan (by 6). 6’1” sophomore guard Sonny Wilson is leading the Rockets at 15.3 ppg. 6’6” sophomore guard Sam Lewis leads the Rockets in rebounding at 5.7 rpg and is second in scoring at 14.3 ppg. 6’7” Javan Simmons was named to the All-MAC Preseason First Team and is averaging 11.7 ppg and 5.1 rpg. Second teamer 6’7’ 5th year guard Isaiah Adams averages 9.5 ppg and 7.7 rpg. They were selected 4th in the MAC Preseason Poll.

All teams that won today scored 91 or more. Miami 91, Balls 91, Akron 105, Ohio 108. Live look at Pinky seeing the MAC light up the scoreboard as his band of misfits are near the bottom of the country in offense...

Don't be surprised when we go back to shooting 40 3s next game. EMU played the perimeter to take away our 3P attempts and subsequently gave up the entire paint/baseline. The end result was our most efficient offensive game all year and 105 points. Teams won't be making that mistake again.

Also when you put up enough shots to hit 105, the other team is getting more possessions than usual. They shot 44% and 32% from 3, so the defense seemed okay at the end of the day

Big week coming up with Toledo and Ohio. Our 2nd Sun Belt matchup should be announced sometime this month. Keep winning and give up the opportunity to get a great draw.

I agree, but this was a road game. The refs tried their best to make this game interesting, especially in the first 5 minutes of the second half. But to the Zips credit they pushed right through it. That’s a great sign. What was the foul shot differential? I bet they barely sniff 60 points without all of those opportunities from the line. Edit: To my surprise the box score shows we actually shot more free throws. We were 22 of 26 to their 16 of 22. I still think they got plenty of home cooking, but I am probably off a bit.

Tavari really showed his stuff today. 10 point, 10 assist double-double! Chicago Style Double Double!

Pretty cool stat..we are the second program to ever score 100 @ EMU. The only other program being FAU’s final four team..

Okonkwo is shooting much better from the line.

Stan Heath's teams always look like they're in their first week of practice.

I wish all Zips opponents were as disinterested in playing defense as EMU.

Ypsilanti sounds like someplace where groundhogs should see their shadow in Spring.

@Captain Kangaroo Did the fake 3pt shot into a pull up mid range jumper by Young bring a tear to your eye?

I cannot believe EMU basketball has suites. And people sitting in them

I am just thinking about the players Groce has had at Akron. And what hurts the most about losing Harris is I’m afraid we are going to be just too small. I long for a complete team without glaring holes. Last year it was our shooting. Can you imagine this roster? LCJ Castaneda Cheese Young Tribble Banks Dawson (healthy) Ivey Ali Xerius Freeman Riak Aziz Walk ons: Reese, Marshall, Harris, Nate and Tavari.

Indictment on the state of college football if there aren’t even 12 competitive teams.

I followed Groce here because I love his offense in its purest form. I know opinions differ and I have friends who think it’s nothing more than rec-ball. But it’s not. Granted it’s not a traditional set offense. Players are making split-second decisions while constantly on the move and depending on what the defense presents. It’s not predictable, but it’s also not random. And it’s a bitch to defend when it’s humming. Is it heavy on the 3 pointer, yes. For many of the reasons @Let'sGoZips94 has already mentioned. But it’s a lot more than that. Ideally, every player in a Zips uniform should be able to drive the ball and score at all three levels. They should be able to pass effectively on the move and post-up their defender. Even Tavari. The constant motion is that of a wash-machine or even better a hand-mixer with 5 beaters. Constant movement, drive and kick. Drive and kick. Driving can lead to lay ups, dunks, floaters, mid-range jumpers, fade-aways or passes back out to an open shooter on the perimeter. You will see some players, especially the point guards given the green light to bomb threes from near the logo. Castaneda and LCJ certainly hit some crazy threes. That pulls the defense out and opens up the driving lanes. You will also see plenty of wrinkles worked in; pick and pop, give and go, inside out, but the drive and kick is the straw that stirs the drink. And what makes all of that driving possible? A deep bench and a commitment to shooting the 3 ball well and often.

With the other sports move to something like the Horizon League, their net travel probably decreases by a fair margin even though football jumps.

Athletic directors don't care. It's not their money.