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Post by bicentennial on Nov 10, 2011 9:30:17 GMT -5
Great point you need to look at the right stat not the wrong one. Often times raw stats sound like they make sense, we tend to overvalue statistics when someone spews them rather than thinking about what they mean. Even having your offensive rebounding percentage be close to the other teams defensive rebounding percentage is usually a very good thing.
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Post by SFHoya99 on Nov 10, 2011 9:32:05 GMT -5
Having your O Reb% close to your opponents' DREb% is an incredible good thing -- 33/67 is the average college split last I looked.
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Post by bigelephant on Nov 10, 2011 9:35:11 GMT -5
If all this is true, then why the perception about not getting enough O reb?
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Post by HoyaSinceBirth on Nov 11, 2011 11:27:46 GMT -5
Nov. 10, 2011 1:51 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Scouting report: Savannah State Georgetown opens the season Saturday against Savannah State, a MEAC squad that went 12-18 last year but which won 10 of its final 11 games. The Tigers have no seniors on their roster, and are led by junior G Preston Blackmon (12.5 ppg) and sophomore F Jyles Smith (7.2 rpg).
Nov. 10, 2011 6:43 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - No freshman in starting five Coach John Thompson III said that despite an influx of talented freshman and some spirited competition in practice, the starting lineup for Saturday’s game against Savannah State would consist of experienced players G Jason Clark, G Markel Starks, F Hollis Thompson, F Nate Lubick and C Henry Sims.
Nov. 10, 2011 9:43 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Clark says no overlooking Savannah St. Senior G Jason Clark said the Hoyas will not look past Savannah State in Saturday’s season opener despite the Tigers’ subpar record last season. “We’ve played them in the past. They are a scrappy team,” Clark said. “We are going to have to go out and compete the whole game.”
Nov. 10, 2011 9:50 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Youth, tough schedule means challenging season With a young team and tough schedule, sophomore PG Markel Starks said the Hoyas know this season might get difficult. “It’s a big season for us,” Starks said. “We’re going to be challenged. I think our young guys are ready for the challenge. They put in a lot of work.”
Nov. 10, 2011 10:08 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Exhibitions helped Hoyas grow Scrimmages against North Carolina and James Madison were instrumental in the team’s growth heading into the season. “The scrimmages were good,” senior C Henry Sims said. “They showed that defense needs to be a focal point for us. We just need to tweak a couple of things.”
Nov. 10, 2011 10:24 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Everyone has opening-game jitters Despite having played in four games during the Hoyas’ trip to China, the five freshmen will get their first taste of college action in Saturday’s opener. “Without a doubt, they are going to have jitters,” coach John Thompson III said. “The coach is going to have jitters.”
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Post by HoyaSinceBirth on Nov 13, 2011 11:59:31 GMT -5
Nov. 11, 2011 3:02 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Team has many leaders, says Clark Senior G Jason Clark is Georgetown’s captain and the obvious choice for team leader. But he said the Hoyas aren’t just his team. “People say it’s my show because I’m the veteran, but it’s everybody’s show,” he said. “We’re one unit. We have guys that can do everything I can do.”
Nov. 11, 2011 3:03 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Thompson not worried about scoring Junior F Hollis Thompson will be called upon to provide offensive punch, but he is more concerned with stepping up on defense. “Our offense is so efficient, it makes scoring easy,” he said. “We all know the offense is going to score. We’re stressing defense and getting stops.”
Nov. 11, 2011 3:04 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Starks wants to show 'different Hoyas' Sophomore PG Markel Starks said Saturday’s opener against Savannah St. represents an opportunity to prove the Hoyas can succeed despite their roster turnover. “We want to show them a different Hoyas (team),” he said. “We want to prove that we don’t have to depend on the guys who left.”
Nov. 11, 2011 4:11 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Hoyas 'just excited' to get started Coach John Thompson III said he wasn’t looking to accomplish specific goals in the season opener vs. Savannah State. “We have a bunch of new faces, a whole different feel, a whole different chemistry,” he said. “We’re just excited to get the season started.”
Nov. 12, 2011 11:22 a.m. - by Elliott Smith - 3 things to watch: No. 3 -- Freshman impact Look for Georgetown to give its talented freshman class as much playing time as possible to get accustomed to the flow of the college game. The Hoyas are expecting more than usual from players like F Otto Porter and G Jabril Trawick, so having them earn meaningful minutes is key.
Nov. 12, 2011 11:35 a.m. - by Elliott Smith - 3 things to watch: No. 2 -- Guard play PG Markel Starks suffered through a tough freshman season and has vowed to be a better player in his sophomore campaign. Starks will need to stay on the floor by avoiding cheap fouls and to distribute the ball to keep the pressure off backcourt mate Jason Clark.
Nov. 12, 2011 11:36 a.m. - by Elliott Smith - 3 things to watch: No. 1 -- Thompson's offense Junior F Hollis Thompson will play a major role in the success or failure of Georgetown’s offensive attack. He has shot well from the outside in his career but said he will be more aggressive going to the basket. “I’m looking forward to more opportunities to score,” he said.
Nov. 12, 2011 12:21 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Whittington, Porter draw cheers Fs Otto Porter and Greg Whittington are the first of Georgetown’s heralded five-man freshman class to check into the game against Savannah State with 16:29 left in the first half, and their appearance draws a loud cheer from the Verizon Center crowd.
Nov. 12, 2011 1:17 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Foul trouble bites Starks PG Markel Starks , who had trouble with fouls last season, picked up two quick whistles midway through the first half and was quickly replaced in the lineup by freshman G Jabril Trawick. Starks had no points and one assist.
Nov. 12, 2011 1:17 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - C Sims steps up Senior C Henry Sims has been strong in the post during the first half for Georgetown, using his size and strength to score from inside on back-to-back possessions against overmatched Savannah State defenders. Sims then delivered a nice outlet pass to Greg Whittington, who nailed a 3-pointer.
Nov. 12, 2011 1:18 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Tigers giving Hoyas a challenge Savannah State has not been a pushover for Georgetown in its season opener. The Hoyas headed into the break holding a 32-24 advantage after a first half in which they allowed the Tigers to stay in the game with 3-point shooting, including a buzzer-beater from long distance.
Nov. 12, 2011 1:18 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Whittington making strong first impression Freshman F Greg Whittington was an impact player in his first collegiate action for Georgetown, scoring eight points, including two 3-pointers, and playing solid defense in the first half, using his length to create matchup issues for Savannah State’s smaller players.
Nov. 12, 2011 1:18 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Hoyas shooting well from the floor Georgetown enters halftime with a 32-24 lead over Savannah State on the strength of 63.6% shooting from the floor, many of them close-range attempts from Henry Sims, Nate Lubick and Otto Porter. However, the Hoyas are just 1-of-6 from the free-throw line.
Nov. 12, 2011 2:17 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Hoyas roll in second half A sluggish first half gave way to a rout, as Georgetown opened the season with a 83-54 victory over Savannah State. Senior C Henry Sims led the way with a career-high 19 points and F Hollis Thompson chipped in with 13 as the Hoyas shot 67% from the field.
Nov. 12, 2011 3:14 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Thompson¿s worries were justified Despite winning by 29 against Savannah State, Georgetown coach John Thompson III admitted he had butterflies before the game, which proved prophetic when the Tigers hung tough for a half. “I was as nervous before this game as any one I can remember, to tell you the truth,” he said.
Nov. 12, 2011 3:15 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Sims savors career day Senior C Henry Sims had one of the best games of his career, scoring a career-high 19 points and adding six rebounds, five assists and three blocked shots in the Hoyas’ 83-54 win over Savannah State. “I prepared a lot in the offseason,” he said. “I worked hard. That’s what happens.”
Nov. 12, 2011 3:16 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Freshmen impress in debuts Four of the five freshmen on Georgetown’s roster received playing time, and all acquitted themselves well. F Otto Porter had nine points, eight rebounds and three blocks, while Greg Whittington added eight points. “Both Otto and Greg were very good today,” coach John Thompson III said.
Nov. 12, 2011 3:16 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Length will cause issues for opponents Georgetown’s defense caused all kinds of problems for Savannah State, forcing 16 turnovers and adding 10 blocks, in part due to the Hoyas’ size. “We have a very big team and our length really causes a lot of turnovers,” G Jason Clark said.
Nov. 12, 2011 3:16 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Timeout helps clear the air The game’s turning point occurred with 37 seconds elapsed in the second half. Savannah State scored five points to cut the margin to 32-29 and coach John Thompson III quickly called timeout. “We had a little conversation,” he said. “The conversation had nothing to do with x’s and o’s.”
Nov. 12, 2011 3:23 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Starks bounces back in second half PG Markel Starks had a rough first half, picking up two quick fouls and a trip to the bench. But coach John Thompson III praised the sophomore’s second half effort. “One of the keys was Markel’s on-ball defense,” he said. “He picked up his intensity in the second half.”
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Post by stafford72 on Nov 13, 2011 13:00:38 GMT -5
When you shoot 67% from the field it is no coincidence that offensive rebounds are hard to come by since there just aren't many opportunities. This is a good thing. Big John's teams were known for their tenaciousness on the offensive glass in part because of the manner they crashed the boards and also in part because they didn't often shoot worth a damn.
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Post by HoyaSinceBirth on Nov 19, 2011 16:03:50 GMT -5
Nov. 18, 2011 5:50 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Starks needs patience Sophomore G Markel Starks had two quick fouls in each of the Hoyas first two games, resulting in long spells on the bench. “It’s just being dumb, just being antsy,” Starks said. “As a point guard, the team can’t win if you’re on the bench.”
Nov. 18, 2011 5:50 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Thompson okay with Starks' play Coach John Thompson III wasn’t as critical of PG Markel Starks ’ foul issues, preferring to focus on his effort. “He was making hustle plays,” Thompson said. “The mistakes were made in trying to do something good, trying to do something positive, so we’re fine with that.”
Nov. 18, 2011 6:32 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Early arrival negates time change The Hoyas' arrival in Hawaii late Friday will give them an opportunity to get oriented before their game Monday against Kansas. “One of the big things is the time change,” F Hollis Thompson said. “You have to prepare yourself for it, but besides that, you get ready for nice weather.”
Nov. 18, 2011 6:33 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Kansas F Robinson a big challenge The Hoyas size advantage will be tested against Kansas 6-10 PF Thomas Robinson, who has the power game Georgetown has not seen in its first two games. “He’s pretty good,” coach John Thompson III said. “He’s pretty aggressive and a physical presence.”
Nov. 19, 2011 1:43 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Clark is team video game expert Senior G Jason Clark said he would be the team’s likely representative in a sports video game tournament at the Maui Invitational, but he wasn’t sure what game he’d have to play. “I learn fast,” he said. “It’s just going to take me a couple of plays.”
Nov. 19, 2011 1:44 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Starks hearing Kansas questions PG Markel Starks said the Kansas game has been the first question he hears from classmates and friends. “Everybody wants to know how we’re going to play Kansas, and especially it’s a big question about me with all these big-time names (at guard),” Starks said. “But they’re just names.”
Nov. 19, 2011 1:46 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Confidence key for freshmen The Hoyas five freshmen will get their first look at top-caliber opposition Monday against Kansas, and sophomore PG Markel Starks said they should stay confident. “Teams can sense weakness. When you’re out there on the floor and you seem shaky, they will notice it,” Starks said.
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Post by pkhoya03 on Nov 19, 2011 18:11:17 GMT -5
Nov. 19, 2011 2:19 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Kansas' Self praises Lubick, Clark Kansas coach Bill Self spoke highly of the Hoyas in his weekly press conference. “Their bigs can really pass,” he said. “(Nate) Lubick’s a great passer. Jason Clark is about an active a big guard as we’ll face. They can really shoot the basketball.”
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Post by HoyaSinceBirth on Nov 27, 2011 17:39:55 GMT -5
Nov. 26, 2011 3:04 p.m. - by Elliott Smith - Sims says team will continue playing hard The Hoyas surprised some insiders with their fifth-place showing at the Maui Invitational, but senior C Henry Sims said the team's effort won't waver, no matter the opponent. “This team plays hard, and that’s all you can ask for,” he said. “Allow the other things to take care of themselves.”
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Post by HoyaSinceBirth on Nov 27, 2011 18:11:39 GMT -5
7 minutes ago - by Elliott Smith - Scouting report: IUPUI Georgetown’s tune-up before a Thursday game at Alabama is its second-ever meeting with the Jaguars (2-4), who are coming off a victory over Texas Southern. IUPUI is led by preseason Summit League Player of the Year G/F Alex Young, who is averaging 17.3 points per game.
15 minutes ago - by Elliott Smith - 3 takeaways from Maui: No. 1 -- Leader emerges Jason Clark has downplayed his role as the team’s senior leader, but the G asserted with his play in Maui that he will be Georgetown’s go-to player. He was aggressive going to the basket and took the big shots when it mattered in scoring 69 points on the islands.
16 minutes ago - by Elliott Smith - 3 takeaways from Maui: No. 2 -- Center of attention C Henry Sims showed that his strong early-season performances were no fluke, holding his own against talented big men from Kansas and Memphis, and scoring a career-high 24 points against the Tigers. “He just has to play hard and make hustle plays,” Hoyas coach John Thompson III said.
16 minutes ago - by Elliott Smith - 3 takeaways from Maui: No. 3 -- Porter the real deal Freshman F Otto Porter showed why he was one of the most sought-after recruits in the country, displaying a variety of skills against top-flight competition to fill up the stat sheet each night. “He is the most prepared freshman that I’ve coached,” Hoyas coach John Thompson III told ESPN.com.
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Post by SirSaxa on Nov 27, 2011 18:17:33 GMT -5
16 minutes ago - by Elliott Smith - 3 takeaways from Maui: No. 2 -- Center of attention C Henry Sims showed that his strong early-season performances were no fluke, holding his own against talented big men from Kansas and Memphis, and scoring a career-high 24 points against the Tigers. “He just has to play hard and make hustle plays,” Hoyas coach John Thompson III said. I can't believe we are reading things like this about Henry! I always knew he had it in him. Well, I always THOUGHT I knew he had it in him. But to be honest, I did NOT expect him to finally start delivering after three years. But HEY! Welcome back Henry!
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