Miyagi-Do Karate Posted January 8, 2013 Share Posted January 8, 2013 I think all the media praise had gotten to MCW and now he was overthinking his game instead of just letting it flow naturally. Yesterday actually seemed like he was starting to come back around. Not all the way mind you, but it was better than it had been the last few games previously. And I would also think the shoplifting scandal got in his head too. The further away that recedes into the background the better. I think you are dead on. Everything seems forced and over-thought. He also doesn't need to always make the hard pass. He was trying to score, to show the NBA scouts that he can do so, IMO. He needs to think "team first" - he had Triche open a few times yesterday (including once on a 2-on-1), and opted to hold on to the ball. I threw a fit on the 2-1. Super selfish and stupid--which is not characteristic of MCW. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffOrange Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 Missed the last couple games...MCW seems to be getting grilled a lot. Almost impossible to understand how they're boatracing these teams even if they're not very good because they have zero post game (I understand Triche has played well). Unfortunately the next couple games aren't on tv either, meh. Defense is ranked #1 in the country on kenpom now, so i'm sure that helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavin in Va Beach Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 Missed the last couple games...MCW seems to be getting grilled a lot. Almost impossible to understand how they're boatracing these teams even if they're not very good because they have zero post game (I understand Triche has played well). Unfortunately the next couple games aren't on tv either, meh. Defense is ranked #1 in the country on kenpom now, so i'm sure that helps. Tonights game is on MASN and ESPN 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffOrange Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 Tonights game is on MASN and ESPN 3 Watched some of it online. Apparently the Nova game is on my ABC affiliate so that works. CJ Fair beasting. Still not looking like an elite team but I don't know who is besides Duke maybe. Kansas gets help from the refs and a banked 3 to win at home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bills44 Posted January 12, 2013 Share Posted January 12, 2013 So Southerland is out for at least today's game due to academic eligibility issues. We've already had the MCW saga, and now this. What would college BB season be without stupidity/drama at The Hill? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Poojer Posted January 12, 2013 Author Share Posted January 12, 2013 Grant looks great today. Coleman has had a couple nice plays so far. I really wish keita had 20-25 more lbs. They need to come out strong in the second Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JM57 Posted January 12, 2013 Share Posted January 12, 2013 So Southerland is out for at least today's game due to academic eligibility issues. We've already had the MCW saga, and now this. What would college BB season be without stupidity/drama at The Hill? Its always someone, at least the past handful of seasons. Southerland this season, Melo last year, then of course there were Devendorf's 3 years on campus just waiting for him to get arrested for something....Scoop being Scoop before he grew up out of nowhere.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Poojer Posted January 12, 2013 Author Share Posted January 12, 2013 These kids aren't doing much different than I was doing in college. Hopefully its not a season ender...but my 'source' :-) tells me otherwise. Nice to see life from Coleman, Grant & Cooney. Tough stretch ahead. Its always someone, at least the past handful of seasons. Southerland this season, Melo last year, then of course there were Devendorf's 3 years on campus just waiting for him to get arrested for something....Scoop being Scoop before he grew up out of nowhere.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdevo Posted January 12, 2013 Share Posted January 12, 2013 I hope MCW does not think he is going pro after this year. He needs some experience. I thought he had some bad turnovers today and the last 3 minutes he was horrible. I think he tends to dish once he drives inside when most times he is so close he just needs to finish strong. Freshmen got some minutes today. Was hoping Christmas would be more involved in the offense but was not Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted January 12, 2013 Share Posted January 12, 2013 These kids aren't doing much different than I was doing in college. Hopefully its not a season ender...but my 'source' :-) tells me otherwise. Nice to see life from Coleman, Grant & Cooney. Tough stretch ahead. Unfortunately, my "sources" are also telling me otherwise. Southy may be lost for the season. I can't believe he would allow something to happen during his senior season! A freshman I can understand to some degree, but this is just inexcusable. I'm optimistic that this is just going to open the door for Jerami Grant to become a major contributor. I think he's ready. I hope MCW does not think he is going pro after this year. He needs some experience. I thought he had some bad turnovers today and the last 3 minutes he was horrible. I think he tends to dish once he drives inside when most times he is so close he just needs to finish strong. Freshmen got some minutes today. Was hoping Christmas would be more involved in the offense but was not If you think MCW isn't ready to leave for the NBA you're insane. Yes, his play is erratic at times, he is widely regarded as the best PG in all of college basketball. Remember, the NBA drafts on potential....not necessarily on how "NBA ready" a player is at the time. If MCW stays for another season it will be his decision alone....not because NBA people are telling him he's not ready. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted January 13, 2013 Share Posted January 13, 2013 I hope MCW does not think he is going pro after this year. He needs some experience. I thought he had some bad turnovers today and the last 3 minutes he was horrible. I think he tends to dish once he drives inside when most times he is so close he just needs to finish strong. Freshmen got some minutes today. Was hoping Christmas would be more involved in the offense but was not Was thinking the same thing. MCW's game reminds me of the peak of my bb career in middle school. I would just drive, and if another defender came to help, would slip the ball to the open guy. That was pretty effective, until everyone started getting taller! MCM obviously does more than that, but that's a lot of his game. My bigger concern with him is he is a very inconsistent outside shooter. Not sure I've seen him hit outside shots with any consistency. Tough to survive in the NBA without a steady jump shot. Glad to see the freshmen get some minutes. We're going to really need Grant if Southerland is out for a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted January 14, 2013 Share Posted January 14, 2013 Unfortunately, my "sources" are also telling me otherwise. Southy may be lost for the season. I can't believe he would allow something to happen during his senior season! A freshman I can understand to some degree, but this is just inexcusable. Do you have a sense as to whether this is just an academic issue? Such a shame. I have been a JS supporter from the moment he stepped onto campus, and this was finally his time to shine. btw, I can see him catching onto an NBA squad, especially if he can bulk up a little bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted January 14, 2013 Share Posted January 14, 2013 Do you have a sense as to whether this is just an academic issue? Such a shame. I have been a JS supporter from the moment he stepped onto campus, and this was finally his time to shine. btw, I can see him catching onto an NBA squad, especially if he can bulk up a little bit. From what I can gather, most folks seem to think that this is a minor academic infraction like a missing assignment/incomplete class form the fall semester. If this is true, Southy is likely to miss a few more games while he takes care of his business and goes through the appeals process. This is best case scenario. There are those out there who suspect that there may be something greater involved...like violation of school rules or some kind of violation surfacing from his prep school days. It is encouraging, however, that we haven't seen his name in the police blotter and that he was on the bench (in street clothes) for the Nova game. JB said "I am hopeful" that he returns soon. This to me is slightly encouraging, as JB is usually pretty tight-lipped about these things. Typically, he would say something to the effect of "I can't discuss the details of that situation at this time." I'm kinda grasping at straws here....really want Southy to come back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Poojer Posted January 15, 2013 Author Share Posted January 15, 2013 boeheim says it might be something that can be resolved...lets keep our fingers crossed http://www.syracuse.com/orangebasketball/index.ssf/2013/01/jim_boeheim_says_james_souther.html#incart_m-rpt-2 From what I can gather, most folks seem to think that this is a minor academic infraction like a missing assignment/incomplete class form the fall semester. If this is true, Southy is likely to miss a few more games while he takes care of his business and goes through the appeals process. This is best case scenario. There are those out there who suspect that there may be something greater involved...like violation of school rules or some kind of violation surfacing from his prep school days. It is encouraging, however, that we haven't seen his name in the police blotter and that he was on the bench (in street clothes) for the Nova game. JB said "I am hopeful" that he returns soon. This to me is slightly encouraging, as JB is usually pretty tight-lipped about these things. Typically, he would say something to the effect of "I can't discuss the details of that situation at this time." I'm kinda grasping at straws here....really want Southy to come back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted January 15, 2013 Share Posted January 15, 2013 I am loving the optimism and I hope JS returns. Too bad it prob won't be in time for Saturday. I have a feeling we're going to get blown out by 30 points. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bills44 Posted January 15, 2013 Share Posted January 15, 2013 Jeremy Ryan @JeremyRyan44 Charges against Roger Springfield allege that he recorded athletes in the shower and locker room at Syracuse University. 108 victims alleged Jeremy Ryan @JeremyRyan44 DA: Police recovered video and photos from Springfield's computer. No evidence that there was any sexual contact or dissemination of images. Jeremy Ryan @JeremyRyan44 DA says Roger Springfield appears on the videos themselves, setting up the cameras. He used tape to cover the red recording light. Jeremy Ryan @JeremyRyan44 DA: 108 male athletes from the soccer, lacrosse & football teams were recorded at the Carrier Dome. The cameras were set at waist-level. Jeremy Ryan @JeremyRyan44 District Attorney says his office is actively looking for the athletes to inform them of the crimes. Jeremy Ryan @JeremyRyan44 Police: SU Athletics employee noticed a large video file from the locker room and notified superiors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Poojer Posted January 15, 2013 Author Share Posted January 15, 2013 WOW....that is majorly messed up.... Jeremy Ryan @JeremyRyan44 Charges against Roger Springfield allege that he recorded athletes in the shower and locker room at Syracuse University. 108 victims alleged Jeremy Ryan @JeremyRyan44 DA: Police recovered video and photos from Springfield's computer. No evidence that there was any sexual contact or dissemination of images. Jeremy Ryan @JeremyRyan44 DA says Roger Springfield appears on the videos themselves, setting up the cameras. He used tape to cover the red recording light. Jeremy Ryan @JeremyRyan44 DA: 108 male athletes from the soccer, lacrosse & football teams were recorded at the Carrier Dome. The cameras were set at waist-level. Jeremy Ryan @JeremyRyan44 District Attorney says his office is actively looking for the athletes to inform them of the crimes. Jeremy Ryan @JeremyRyan44 Police: SU Athletics employee noticed a large video file from the locker room and notified superiors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted January 15, 2013 Share Posted January 15, 2013 WOW....that is majorly messed up.... Really!?!?! Can we go a couple years without a majorly f'ed up scandal or sex crime at SU? This is REALLY going to mess up recruiting once it hits the masses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted January 15, 2013 Share Posted January 15, 2013 Possble reason why Southy is on the bench? Notre Dame Prep (Southerland's prep school) under investigation by the NCAA. Might be a stretch, but interesting... http://sports.yahoo.com/news/ncaab--ncaa-investigating-basketball-powerhouse-prep-school.html The NCAA is conducting a wide-ranging investigation into Notre Dame Preparatory School just weeks after declaring two Class of 2012 basketball recruits from the school academically ineligible to play college ball this year, Yahoo! Sports has learned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Poojer Posted January 18, 2013 Author Share Posted January 18, 2013 ncaa is looking into whether a tutor wrote part of a term paper....i wonder how they prove or disprove...regardless he isn't traveling to louisville http://www.syracuse.com/orangebasketball/index.ssf/2013/01/syracuse_forward_james_souther.html#incart_river_default Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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