Considering the level of competition, it is important to approach any positives with a grain of salt. Both offensive and defensive aspects require some cleaning up. There were numerous instances of careless passing and questionable decision-making in the offensive game. In certain moments, they were fortunate to retain possession. Defensively, there were several just bad switches, leading to wide open shot opportunities for the opponents. Additionally, moments of poor communication resulted in defensive breakdowns and lost players. Free throw shooting needs to be better. Nevertheless, they managed to handle their responsibilities effectively overall. They secured an easy victory, fulfilling the expectations set for them. They were clearly the better team and dominated athletically. I would anticipated that the starting lineup will remain consistent throughout the year.
Buie exhibited a more relaxed approach to the game, showcasing excellent ball movement and involving his teammates effectively. His ability to attract defensive attention allowed him to display his outstanding playmaking skills by delivering beautiful passes to a wide-open teammates. Barnhizer, who was looking to score early and often managed to put up an impressive 29 points. Given Barnhizer's proficiency in shooting from both inside and outside the arc, it's reasonable to expect him to be the second leading scorer for NU.
Berry and Langborg also possess the ability to score in large quantities on any given night. Although Berry faced some shooting struggles, he managed to hit his first three-pointer. On the other hand, Langborg displayed promising defensive potential against the weaker opposition, although he acquired a couple of unnecessary fouls that need to be addressed. It will be intriguing to see how his driving ability and defense hold up against stronger competition, as he is a legitimate threat from deep range. If Langborg starts finding his rhythm, watch out.
This team boasts several talented shooters from the starting 1-4 who can create scoring runs when they get hot. Mullins stands out with his energy and quickness. He made some impressive defensive plays and was active both on the boards and defensively. He showcased his hustle with numerous impactful plays and excelled in fast breaks. However, at times he tended to over-dribble and try to do too much, but his athleticism allowed him to recover against the level of competition he faced.
Preston brought valuable energy to the game and demonstrated a touch that was unseen last year for the center position last year. However, he still needs to work on his defense in order to be fully prepared for the more challenging B1G play. According to the commentators, it is likely that the starting lineup will see the majority of minutes, while Mullins, Preston, and Martinelli will also receive playing time. Clayton might come off the bench when Buie is resting as they said he was the back up pg. Hunger I would anticipate to be the primary reserve. Hunger moves well and possesses good size, though he struggled to find his shooting rhythm in the scrimmage. It is uncertain whether he will see significant playing time this season.
Barkley only made a late appearance, and it is unlikely that he will have much playing time this season. Strauss, Clayton, and Martinelli were inactive for the game.
In general, the team took care of business. The good news is that there are numerous minor details that need to be addressed, but nothing glaring early. It was evident that they were the superior team and performed accordingly. I imagine that Coach Collins and the 🧙♂️ will ensure that the next practice is “fun”.
Buie exhibited a more relaxed approach to the game, showcasing excellent ball movement and involving his teammates effectively. His ability to attract defensive attention allowed him to display his outstanding playmaking skills by delivering beautiful passes to a wide-open teammates. Barnhizer, who was looking to score early and often managed to put up an impressive 29 points. Given Barnhizer's proficiency in shooting from both inside and outside the arc, it's reasonable to expect him to be the second leading scorer for NU.
Berry and Langborg also possess the ability to score in large quantities on any given night. Although Berry faced some shooting struggles, he managed to hit his first three-pointer. On the other hand, Langborg displayed promising defensive potential against the weaker opposition, although he acquired a couple of unnecessary fouls that need to be addressed. It will be intriguing to see how his driving ability and defense hold up against stronger competition, as he is a legitimate threat from deep range. If Langborg starts finding his rhythm, watch out.
This team boasts several talented shooters from the starting 1-4 who can create scoring runs when they get hot. Mullins stands out with his energy and quickness. He made some impressive defensive plays and was active both on the boards and defensively. He showcased his hustle with numerous impactful plays and excelled in fast breaks. However, at times he tended to over-dribble and try to do too much, but his athleticism allowed him to recover against the level of competition he faced.
Preston brought valuable energy to the game and demonstrated a touch that was unseen last year for the center position last year. However, he still needs to work on his defense in order to be fully prepared for the more challenging B1G play. According to the commentators, it is likely that the starting lineup will see the majority of minutes, while Mullins, Preston, and Martinelli will also receive playing time. Clayton might come off the bench when Buie is resting as they said he was the back up pg. Hunger I would anticipate to be the primary reserve. Hunger moves well and possesses good size, though he struggled to find his shooting rhythm in the scrimmage. It is uncertain whether he will see significant playing time this season.
Barkley only made a late appearance, and it is unlikely that he will have much playing time this season. Strauss, Clayton, and Martinelli were inactive for the game.
In general, the team took care of business. The good news is that there are numerous minor details that need to be addressed, but nothing glaring early. It was evident that they were the superior team and performed accordingly. I imagine that Coach Collins and the 🧙♂️ will ensure that the next practice is “fun”.
