Quickzips Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 Here is how I would like to win. Take advantage of our strengths. (Zeke & Steve / Inside & Out). Work Z down low, work to get open looks for Steve's 3's. That should be 40 percent of what we do on offense. The other 60 percent of offense will take care of itself. Next year this should be 50/50. Do what ever on defense. I don't care about defense in basketball. Personally I like zone, but I'll give up that dream as long as KD is coaching.I disagree. Zeke isn't part of our strength on offense. Yes, he's taller than everyone else on the floor, but he is still too raw on the offensive end to consider him a strength on offense. Defense, sure, but not on offense. Our strength is a balanced attack down low using all five playeres in our frontcourt rotation combined with timely shooting from outside. Brett McKnight's post ups and turnaround jumpers, Chris McKnight's low post moves and putbacks on offensive boards, Cvetinovic's dribble penetration and baseline spins, Conyer's quick drives to the rim and offensive rebounding and Zeke's length. Then you get some open looks for McNees and Roberts and Humpty and try to get those guys going. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Z Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 Here is how I would like to win. I disagree.What you described is how we have been winning, true. What I described is how I want to win. I think our potential to become a better/dangerous team exists with my "formula" This formula is dependent upon Zeke staying out of foul trouble. I think when he learns that, he will become offensively dynamic. Once that happens Steve is going to see a lot of open spot up 3's. IMO that is a deadly combination. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZippyFanatic Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 we are 3 point favorites. didn't really expect it but home court advantage is huge in mac spreads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quickzips Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 Here is how I would like to win. I disagree.What you described is how we have been winning, true. What I described is how I want to win. I think our potential to become a better/dangerous team exists with my "formula" This formula is dependent upon Zeke staying out of foul trouble. I think when he learns that, he will become offensively dynamic. Once that happens Steve is going to see a lot of open spot up 3's. IMO that is a deadly combination.Zeke will be a big part of us winning on the offensive end of the floor in the coming years, but he isn't there right now. For tonight's game, and for the big games next week we need to stick with what our strength is now. Tonight isn't the night to try to force him into being the offensive threat we want him to become eventually. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Z Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 Here is how I would like to win. I disagree.What you described is how we have been winning, true. What I described is how I want to win. I think our potential to become a better/dangerous team exists with my "formula" This formula is dependent upon Zeke staying out of foul trouble. I think when he learns that, he will become offensively dynamic. Once that happens Steve is going to see a lot of open spot up 3's. IMO that is a deadly combination. Zeke will be a big part of us winning on the offensive end of the floor in the coming years, but he isn't there right now. For tonight's game, and for the big games next week we need to stick with what our strength is now. Tonight isn't the night to try to force him into being the offensive threat we want him to become eventually.I cut and paste the below quote from Rasor's site. I'm not really disagreeing with you, I'm just excited about Zeke doing well. He is a player (physically/talent) like we have never had before and IMO he is the key to competing with good college basketball programs. Let's get started sooner rather than later.Zeke Marshall says he plays his best in big games. Keith Dambrot seems to agree, saying that Marshall's main problem has been losing interest and/or not showing enough emotion. This is his first "big" game. He will respond accordingly. Given the crowd's infatuation with the 7-footer, just one big-time block can shift momentum in Akron's favor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tpsjugglerdude Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 Here is how I would like to win. I disagree.What you described is how we have been winning, true. What I described is how I want to win. I think our potential to become a better/dangerous team exists with my "formula" This formula is dependent upon Zeke staying out of foul trouble. I think when he learns that, he will become offensively dynamic. Once that happens Steve is going to see a lot of open spot up 3's. IMO that is a deadly combination.Zeke will be a big part of us winning on the offensive end of the floor in the coming years, but he isn't there right now. For tonight's game, and for the big games next week we need to stick with what our strength is now. Tonight isn't the night to try to force him into being the offensive threat we want him to become eventually.Zeke will score in double digits tonight with 2 monster dunks, a hook and the rest coming on free throws. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoZips88 Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 Here is how I would like to win. I disagree.What you described is how we have been winning, true. What I described is how I want to win. I think our potential to become a better/dangerous team exists with my "formula" This formula is dependent upon Zeke staying out of foul trouble. I think when he learns that, he will become offensively dynamic. Once that happens Steve is going to see a lot of open spot up 3's. IMO that is a deadly combination.Zeke will be a big part of us winning on the offensive end of the floor in the coming years, but he isn't there right now. For tonight's game, and for the big games next week we need to stick with what our strength is now. Tonight isn't the night to try to force him into being the offensive threat we want him to become eventually.Zeke will score in double digits tonight with 2 monster dunks, a hook and the rest coming on free throws.... assuming he stays away from the silly fouls he's been prone to get by reaching in or especially over. He's also gotten a bunch he probably hasn't deserved courtesy of the clowns who are MAC refs.Same applies to you, Nik! Control the emotion and don't pick up a bunch of silly fouls that puts your butt on the bench. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Hip Zip Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 I liked some of the things on QZ's list and in particular DEFENSE AROUND THE RIM. Greene just torched us bigtime last game, both on the glass and scroring, The key to beating this team will be in keeping Mr. Greene much quieter tonight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaxZIP Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 Do you guys think the game will be broadcast in HD? ESPN2 should have higher standards than FSN. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zippy5 Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 Do you guys think the game will be broadcast in HD? ESPN2 should have higher standards than FSN.No doubt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zippy5 Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 I think it's safe to say, a win tonight gets this Joe Akron guy we hear about interested in Zips basketball again. don't mess it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrueBlue Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 Go ahead and get us that 4th seed please, our players didn't get it for us Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave in Green Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 So Buffalo fans will be cheering on the Zips and Miami fans will be pulling for Can't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Hip Zip Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 I'm so freaking jacked up... My ability to remain sane for 8 more hours is highly in doubt. The first blue hair around me that does not get very loud tonight had better watch out !! Anybody have a cigarette? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Kangaroo Posted March 5, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 I think it's safe to say, a win tonight gets this Joe Akron guy we hear about interested in Zips basketball again. Don't mess it up.Most accurate, single-sentence post that will be written today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Kangaroo Posted March 5, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 I'm so freaking jacked up... My ability to remain sane for 8 more hours is highly in doubt. The first blue hair around me that does not get very loud tonight had better watch out !! Anybody have a cigarette?Here are the most carcinogenic cigarettes ever produced: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDZip Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 5 hours to gametime and ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaxZIP Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 5 hours to gametime and ...Can't sucks even more now than ever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Hip Zip Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 I'm so freaking jacked up... My ability to remain sane for 8 more hours is highly in doubt. The first blue hair around me that does not get very loud tonight had better watch out !! Anybody have a cigarette?Here are the most carcinogenic cigarettes ever produced:Quite a witty reply. I tried them once but thy tasted like Ke...err...crap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Hip Zip Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 5 hours to gametime and ...Can't sucks sack, they are going in the crapper tonight !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZachTheZip Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 Singletipsy's rap sheet.Also, some good information. For Akron, Bardo couldn't practice on Wednesday because of his ankle and I don't expect to see him play tonight. But for Can't, Both Singletary and Sherman were out with knee injuries. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zipsbandman Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 Finally, a big game........for the first time this year I am excited to go to a hoops game. This aint Malone, St. Francis, Our Lady of the Elms anymore. I envy the schools where it is like this all the time and not just when we open up a stadium or play a rival 10 miles away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vmd9 Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 Singletipsy's rap sheet.Also, some good information. For Akron, Bardo couldn't practice on Wednesday because of his ankle and I don't expect to see him play tonight. But for Can't, Both Singletary and Sherman were out with knee injuries.I'm sorry but Bardo being hurt will actually help this team. I've been saying all year he hurts us more than he helps, it's sad but true. He can't play defense, he can't score. He's tall but thats all. The only thing he seems to have a talent in is dating girls on the dance team... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Z Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 Singletary battles his demons Wow, nice read. I learned something. Erick Howard should read this story for motivation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quickzips Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 Singletipsy's rap sheet.Also, some good information. For Akron, Bardo couldn't practice on Wednesday because of his ankle and I don't expect to see him play tonight. But for Can't, Both Singletary and Sherman were out with knee injuries.I'm sorry but Bardo being hurt will actually help this team. I've been saying all year he hurts us more than he helps, it's sad but true. He can't play defense, he can't score. He's tall but thats all. The only thing he seems to have a talent in is dating girls on the dance team...As others have pointed out on here before. Bardo is good for pretty much one thing, coming into the game for 5-10 minutes and giving some good hard fouls. You see quite a few fouls when Mike is in the game, but not a lot of and-1's. If we have the same kind of whistle happy crew we normally get tonight, that could come back to hurt us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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