Game thread: NCAA Second Round: No. 6 Seed Lady Vols vs. No. 3 Seed NC State

[charleyhorse]

She has two fouls….

That’s it keep her on the bench so u. Can’t be don’t by 15

 

[alexvol]

Wow lol. Is this the best offensive game NC ST has had this year? Why do these things always happen to us lol

It will happen to those who play no defense ......this team is not inspired and it started with Kellie's " pep talk " prior to game if you want to call it that ....that talk couldn't inspire anyone anywhere .

 

[Volfan2012]

Can't guard their perimeter players they are just to quick for our perimeter players.

 

[Wilk5]

“Darby launches” makes my stomach turn

 

[charleyhorse]

Oh wait u are down by 15z. At least she wi t foul out. She can sit next week in the dorm

 

[brittannica]

It’s not just about contested shots, seems like Tess doesn’t make a 3, unless the game is not close.

Most of our players cannot dribble for a layup.

This better be a big halftime speech.

Play Defense!

And where is Spear!!!

Spear was on the bench with two fouls…

 

[Woodlawn VOL]

We are who we thought we were. We are sloppy passers and ball handlers. We have no offensive flow. And our defense is horrible at getting back on D and even when we do they just take it to the basket and score way to easy. But back to the turnovers. This has been a Achilles heel that has been with us forever. Until players are held accountable for sloppy play it will continue. Might want to recruit some players that can pass and handle the ball. This team just plays so slow, slow reacting and passive. No energy or real confidence.

 

[ttharp]

4 months ago.

Which means they proved they can do it, and it’s not just against us. They hung 92 on a HEALTHY UCONN team.

They also beat Colorado. And Florida State. And Duke. And Notre Dame

 

[Voltopia]

The weird thing here is after wins the forum is talking taking on Stanford, after a bad half some here want to clean house….

Two totally different groups of people. One group either believes or wants to believe Tennessee is still good, and the other group wants to laugh at that group and complain about the team sucking until everyone else leaves or something, I don't know.

 

[Woodlawn VOL]

Spear was on the bench with two fouls…

No time for the bench now. She needs to be on the court. We’re down by freakin 20.

 

[VolBalls33]

Andraya Carter speaking the TRUTH at halftime!! Tell them gurl! No excuse with 0 offensive rebounds to not get back in transition defense. And have said all season Puckett, Darby, and Striplin should never play at the same time. Very disappointing watching this team wilt under pressure again.

 

[Volstylexx]

In case you missed it (ICYMI) here's a coach taking accountability. Good halftime listen:

 

[JCP201]

Thoughts from the first half: Lady Vols look lazy. Get the ball to Ms. Jackson. Don't be a ball hog Powell. Play defense.

 

[oUTraged]

Have we contested a single shot? NCST is making their shots because we have no defense at all. Can't slow the drive to the basket, leaving jump shooters wide open, can't even put a hand in somebody's face.

 

[therealitytheory]

This is the END. Who cares if Key gets 2 early fouls...play her anyway. Throw all your chips in ffs.

 

[alexvol]

Need to go zone

But it is too late ....scoring 20 points to take the lead is not in the cards for this team.Crank up the bus this party is over.

 

[brassie]

I have no dog in the fight, but some of you guys are tossing in the towel and the fat lady ain't even warming up yet. Look at NC State's shooting %. Do you really think they can stay that hot for the entire game?

 

[JohnnyPayne]

Which means they proved they can do it, and it’s not just against us. They hung 92 on a HEALTHY UCONN team.

They also beat Colorado. And Florida State. And Duke. And Notre Dame

Oh I agree they’re extremely good. I’m just saying they average 73 and they’re hitting every shot possible in the first half and have 49. Give them a ton of credit. It’s just unfortunate timing for the LVs.

 

[RAVOL]

The weird thing here is after wins the forum is talking taking on Stanford, after a bad half some here want to clean house….

After watching Stanford Wolfpack will beat them as well .

 

[Volstylexx]

Two totally different groups of people. One group either believes or wants to believe Tennessee is still good, and the other group wants to laugh at that group and complain about the team sucking until everyone else leaves or something, I don't know.

Fair assessment.

 

[Voltopia]

In case you missed it (ICYMI) here's a coach taking accountability. Good halftime listen:

How could we miss it when everyone keeps shoving it into every thread?

 

[Volstylexx]

The weird thing here is after wins the forum is talking taking on Stanford, after a bad half some here want to clean house….

I actually think Stanford is a much better matchup for us than NC State.

 

[KTrain]

Wow lol. Is this the best offensive game NC ST has had this year? Why do these things always happen to us lol

Their right at 50 and had scored. 51 whole game vs Notre Dame& 54 vs Duke they bought got that at half. They are playing on their home court it shows. Although they looked mediocre vs UT Chatt. But it was lights out 1st half getting in transition getting kick outs and when they do miss getting 2nd chances,

 

[therealitytheory]

Layups are easy 26 paint points tn 8

I don't really give a flying f*,ck, but thanks.

 

[Volstylexx]

How could we miss it when everyone keeps shoving it into every thread?

It's just so good. Did you watch it???!