All_Hoosiers

Indiana-83 Uconn-76

Off topic, but that Ojo guy on Florida State is listed at 7'1" and 292 pounds. Dude's a monster. 

Slow down the UCONN backcourt - easier said than done - and Indiana can win this somewhat easily.

If he wants to, Hollowell can become the best player on the team and one of the best players in the nation. So much potential, but key word is potential. I do think Hollowell will be benched for Stan Robinson at some point. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

Hollowell's play has been less than impressive, but I agree 100%. No reason people should want him to leave the team. Something's not clicking upstairs for the kid, because he's got all the potential and talent in the world but just seems a little lost. Hollowell is one of the most versatile, talented guys on the team, and if Crean can get half the potential out, Hollowell can be a dangerous, valuable player. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

In the championship game of the 2k Sports Classic, the Indiana Hoosiers will square off against 18th ranked UCONN Huskies, who just came off a two point win over Boston College. Led by the talented backcourt of Shabazz Napier and Ryan Boatright, UCONN will easily be Indiana’s toughest test to date. Napier, who ESPN analyst Fran Fraschilla dubbed the second best point guard in the nation, leads the Huskies in scoring, rebounding, and assists per game. His counterpart Boatright is second in each category. Altogether, the combo averages 26.3 ppg, 13.3 rpg, and 12.1 apg. Napier is shooting a stellar 85.7% from three, while Boatright is shooting 53.8%. Simply put, there aren’t many guard combos better than Napier and Boatright, and the Hoosiers will need their size advantage to hold the two in check. As will likely be the case all year, Indiana should dominate the glass. UCONN, who is 156th in the nation in rebounding, averages 38 per game - a far cry from IU’s 52.3 per game. The Huskies distribute the ball much better than the Hoosiers, however, averaging 16.3 per game to IU’s 9.3. While UCONN has a higher shooting percentage than Indiana, the Huskies average eight points less per game, and have only scored more than 80 just once. The Hoosiers, on the other hand, have scored less than 90 just once. Other than 7-foot freshmen center Amida Brimah, the Huskies don’t feature a real defensive presence down low. Noah Vonleh, who is averaging 14.8 points and 12.5 rebounds per game, should have a field day on offense and defense against the guard reliant Huskies. For the Hoosiers to come out with a win, however, sophomore Yogi Ferrell needs to slow down Napier, while also leading the young Hoosier offense. UCONN is ranked 9th in the KenPom rankings, 22 spots ahead of Indiana. The Huskies are 8th in adjusted offense, and the Hoosiers are 45th. Coming in just six spots behind UCONN on adjusted defense, the Hoosiers are currently 35th. Bright lights and the big stage may distract these young Hoosiers, but Tom Crean has routinely showcased his knack for getting the best from his underdog squads. If the Huskies make this game a track meet, the Hoosiers can win and assert themselves as a team to be reckoned with. To win this game, Indiana will need to control the glass, push the pace, and knock down their free throws. The Indiana Hoosiers have a great opportunity to grow up in New York. Will they seize it? Score Prediction: Hoosiers 83, Huskies 76 *Stats and rankings accurate as of Thursday night

If we can slow down Napier and Boatright, we should win tomorrow. UCONN has no one to slow down Vonleh, so he should dominate and easily put up a double-double. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

  Let's just start combining adjectives.

  I think he should end up a better offensive player, especially better shooter.

  I think he can be better than Vic. 

  No way he leaves this year. He'd maybe be a top ten pick if he did. 

Can't say I'm one of Will Sheehey;s biggest fans, especially when he tries to get fancy.

So, who takes Hollowell's starting spot: Stan Robinson or Devin Davis?

I hate, hate, hate when Will tries to show off and get cute. 

  He'll be back.

At what point does Devin Davis take Hollowell's minutes?

Hollowell has all the potential in the world. Key word: potential. 

As one of Hollowell's biggest supporters, can't say I'm thrilled with his play this season.

He's an incredibly poor man's Percy Harvin. He can do a little of everything, he's really fast, but he's better at RB than WR. I'm sure he will return kicks and maybe get some plays designed for him. He's fast, really fast, and I bet they want to get him out in space and make plays. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

I bet it's because Gordon was ranked higher, and his team is top five in the nation. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

I find it interesting that DraftExpress doesn't list Noah Vonleh in the 2014 mock drafts. I'm expecting NH to stay two years. I also think even if he leaves that top 5 in the draft is a stretch. Wiggins, Parker, and Randle will likely be the top three, and Dante Exum will likely be in the top five as well. That leaves guys like Marcus Smart and Aaron Gordon among others to take that fifth spot. Talking about the recruit: As much as I'd love to add another 6-8ish forward to the team, I think I'll pass on this Bolden guy. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

Honestly, I see no reason why Marquette should be ranked and Indiana shouldn't. The coaches agree. 

I really like this thread. As for me, I'm a believer, but not the most devout Christian ever. I'm human like everyone else and don't feel like I'm a better person than non-believers. I treat everyone the same, no matter what or who they worship, or even if they worship at all. Because it's impossible to fully grasp, I have questions myself about how God can be real, but I do believe He is real. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

He mentioned he likes the little structure in Indiana's offense, and we know there's no structure to Andy Enfield's offense at USC, so that may appeal to him. I know nothing about this kid. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

Cuse in a battle at home. Tied with about five minutes left. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app