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1. Another easy victory that doesn't really tell a lot. It was a foul fest in the second half that prevented from being a 30 point win. I was shocked TSU hit that many free throws. It was crazy. Anyways, nice victory.
2. I was highly, highly impressed with Darius Thompson tonight. His vision was excellent and he was doing a great job of pinpointing passes. He has a quick first step, and he crashes the boards. He is still weak defensively on ball, but off ball he uses his length to create turnovers.
3. You see the unlimited talent Robert Hubbs has. Such a great first step, his stroke is textbook, he can finish with either hand. He just needs to be confident with the ball in his hands. It's a process and he's going to be a stud here.
4. I love Jeronne Maymon, so I'm not trying to take a shot. He should definitely still be the starter. But after two games of the four guard lineup, it's really hard for me to ignore that he should just be a 20 minute a game player. Get Armani Moore and A.J. Davis minutes till Maymon gets back to 100%.
5. I just wasn't impressed with the defense tonight. Way too handsy on the perimeter that gave TSU a ridiculous 26 free throws. It didn't help the refeeres didn't let the players play on either side, but they were too lazy with their feet. They did do a good job protecting the three point line. I guess I can't complain about 43 points from the field, but I didn't get a great sense of urgency.
6. The offense is in great sync right now. They are moving, cutting, and setting better screens. They attack the basket, and do a very good job dishing off penetration. However, Tennessee must get Josh Richardson more opportunities. He's too good to ignore on offense and he needs the ball in his hands to make more plays. I like the offense and they are looking good, but getting Josh a few more shots would just benefit the offense.
7. Bernard King Player of the Game: I really wanna give this to Darius Thompson, but that's unfair to Jordan McRae, who played a hell of a game. 25 points on 13 shots is the definition of efficient. He's just been a monster this season and he might just be the best wing scorer in the SEC.
8. When you have 19 offensive rebounds, and only 7 turnovers, then you might as well just give it up because you will lose. Tennessee is doing a great job of not giving up possessions.
9. I felt that UT needed to use the press more. I felt that TSU really was out of rhythm when Tennessee threw it on them. I don't believe UT should be a pressing team by any means, but I would keep that in the gameplan moving forward, especially when the Vols go to a four guard lineup.
10. Easy win. Nothing to worry about. The only reason it was even 20 was the free throws. The defense was a little off, but the offense was crisp and UT looks to be in sync. Tennessee must get two wins in the Battle 4 Atlantis tournament. This is a huge test for them. Hopefully the boys enjoy their holiday by winning the whole damn thing.
Go Vols!!! :hi:
2. I was highly, highly impressed with Darius Thompson tonight. His vision was excellent and he was doing a great job of pinpointing passes. He has a quick first step, and he crashes the boards. He is still weak defensively on ball, but off ball he uses his length to create turnovers.
3. You see the unlimited talent Robert Hubbs has. Such a great first step, his stroke is textbook, he can finish with either hand. He just needs to be confident with the ball in his hands. It's a process and he's going to be a stud here.
4. I love Jeronne Maymon, so I'm not trying to take a shot. He should definitely still be the starter. But after two games of the four guard lineup, it's really hard for me to ignore that he should just be a 20 minute a game player. Get Armani Moore and A.J. Davis minutes till Maymon gets back to 100%.
5. I just wasn't impressed with the defense tonight. Way too handsy on the perimeter that gave TSU a ridiculous 26 free throws. It didn't help the refeeres didn't let the players play on either side, but they were too lazy with their feet. They did do a good job protecting the three point line. I guess I can't complain about 43 points from the field, but I didn't get a great sense of urgency.
6. The offense is in great sync right now. They are moving, cutting, and setting better screens. They attack the basket, and do a very good job dishing off penetration. However, Tennessee must get Josh Richardson more opportunities. He's too good to ignore on offense and he needs the ball in his hands to make more plays. I like the offense and they are looking good, but getting Josh a few more shots would just benefit the offense.
7. Bernard King Player of the Game: I really wanna give this to Darius Thompson, but that's unfair to Jordan McRae, who played a hell of a game. 25 points on 13 shots is the definition of efficient. He's just been a monster this season and he might just be the best wing scorer in the SEC.
8. When you have 19 offensive rebounds, and only 7 turnovers, then you might as well just give it up because you will lose. Tennessee is doing a great job of not giving up possessions.
9. I felt that UT needed to use the press more. I felt that TSU really was out of rhythm when Tennessee threw it on them. I don't believe UT should be a pressing team by any means, but I would keep that in the gameplan moving forward, especially when the Vols go to a four guard lineup.
10. Easy win. Nothing to worry about. The only reason it was even 20 was the free throws. The defense was a little off, but the offense was crisp and UT looks to be in sync. Tennessee must get two wins in the Battle 4 Atlantis tournament. This is a huge test for them. Hopefully the boys enjoy their holiday by winning the whole damn thing.
Go Vols!!! :hi:
