Depth chart predictions

cval · Post by **cval** » August 4th, 2020, 7:04 pm

We kept hearing about how he was not all the way healthy and stuff after Jamaica but....? Then when it was all on the line again late in the season, the coaches again relied on him to play a big role and deliver which he did. Pretty odd to say the least.
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Doesn't seem that odd. I think you gave us a pretty plausible explanation.

OrangeCountyAggie · Post by **OrangeCountyAggie** » August 4th, 2020, 9:34 pm

I love coach Smith but this one was puzzling to me too. Why the hell was Brock getting soo many f***ing minutes while Anderson was languishing on the bench?

Real Life Aggie · Post by **Real Life Aggie** » August 4th, 2020, 11:36 pm

OrangeCountyAggie wrote: ↑
August 4th, 2020, 9:34 pm
I love coach Smith but this one was puzzling to me too. Why the hell was Brock getting soo many f***ing minutes while Anderson was languishing on the bench?

Oh yeah. I've been rewatching a lot of games from the past season. A lot. And most of those games I've found Miller to be less terrible than he deserved given how often I railed on him. Just rewatching the UNM tourney game, I kept getting upset with the 3s he'd take when he had a wide open lane to the basket, especially when half of UNM is still making their way down the court. And he'd brick it again.

I'm looking forward to Miller developing his game a bit more, getting his jitters out, and becoming an off-the-bench 3pt specialist who can drain 3s consistently, a la Brian Green. But I'm just not ready to be happy to see him getting the type of minutes he saw last year. Not with the other talent we have on the team. I'll happily eat these words if he comes back and drains 3s consistently under pressure this year. My biggest complaint with Brock last year was that he always got hot when the game wasn't on the line. It's clear he has the physical ability to do so... Just needs to not crack under pressure.

NewUSUfan · Post by **NewUSUfan** » August 5th, 2020, 8:39 am

Sounds like a few of the international players are finally getting here. Potentially today. I heard Karwowski and Zapala first still no word on Shulga and Vedischev.

OrangeCountyAggie · Post by **OrangeCountyAggie** » September 12th, 2020, 4:57 pm

So with some of the early rumors, we're getting from practice (thanks 22) I assume our 2020-21 depth chart will look something like this:

PG Marco Anthony / Steven Ashworth / Rollie Worster OR Max Shulga (whoever doesn't get redshirted)
SG Sean Bairstow / Brock Miller / Zahar Vedischev
SF Alphonso Anderson / Liam McChesney / Zahar Vedischev
PF Justin Bean / Szymon Zapala / Liam McChesney
C Neemias Queta / Kuba Karwowski / Trevin Dorius

RS - Rollie Worster OR Max Shulga (maybe both), Karson Stastny, Matthew Wickizer

The biggest question mark right now is who plays the 2. I'm going with Bairstow for now, because I saw him running with the Marco in some of those promotional videos on Instagram and because he has ball-handling skills that Miller just doesn't have. Because of that, the one and two positions become interchangeable as either Marco or Sean can (conceivably) bring the ball up and run the offense; assuming Sean has progressed in his decision making and understanding of the offense. This would be a huge lineup and would be a terror on defense and on the glass (albeit not a great 3pt shooting starting group).

That said, coach Smith has a weird, unexplainable fascination with Brock Miller that none of us understand. So Miller might start (at the 2) and will most likely get heavy minutes early in the season. But if Ashworth, McChesney, and Vedischev are as good as advertised, he'll (likely) get relegated to the end of the bench halfway through the season. Or so I hope.

IdaAg93 · Post by **IdaAg93** » September 13th, 2020, 8:10 pm

Am I the only one who struggles with SB (rhetorical question). I was not that impressed with him last year. How many times did he get blocked at the rim, get trapped or turn the ball over.
He has some development to go still. I think BM is much further along and will start and get the majority of the minutes for most of next year.

slcagg · Post by **slcagg** » September 13th, 2020, 9:12 pm

OrangeCountyAggie wrote: ↑
September 12th, 2020, 4:57 pm
So with some of the early rumors, we're getting from practice (thanks 22) I assume our 2020-21 depth chart will look something like this:

PG Marco Anthony / Steven Ashworth / Rollie Worster OR Max Shulga (whoever doesn't get redshirted)
SG Sean Bairstow / Brock Miller / Zahar Vedischev
SF Alphonso Anderson / Liam McChesney / Zahar Vedischev
PF Justin Bean / Szymon Zapala / Liam McChesney
C Neemias Queta / Kuba Karwowski / Trevin Dorius

RS - Rollie Worster OR Max Shulga (maybe both), Karson Stastny, Matthew Wickizer

The biggest question mark right now is who plays the 2. I'm going with Bairstow for now, because I saw him running with the Marco in some of those promotional videos on Instagram and because he has ball-handling skills that Miller just doesn't have. Because of that, the one and two positions become interchangeable as either Marco or Sean can (conceivably) bring the ball up and run the offense; assuming Sean has progressed in his decision making and understanding of the offense. This would be a huge lineup and would be a terror on defense and on the glass (albeit not a great 3pt shooting starting group).

That said, coach Smith has a weird, unexplainable fascination with Brock Miller that none of us understand. So Miller might start (at the 2) and will most likely get heavy minutes early in the season. But if Ashworth, McChesney, and Vedischev are as good as advertised, he'll (likely) get relegated to the end of the bench halfway through the season. Or so I hope.

Not saying he can’t and I definitely think it is possible. But I’m still not 100% sold on Anderson starting full time on the wing. But I could def be wrong.

Aggie84025 · Post by **Aggie84025** » September 13th, 2020, 9:48 pm

slcagg wrote: ↑
September 13th, 2020, 9:12 pm

OrangeCountyAggie wrote: ↑
September 12th, 2020, 4:57 pm
So with some of the early rumors, we're getting from practice (thanks 22) I assume our 2020-21 depth chart will look something like this:

PG Marco Anthony / Steven Ashworth / Rollie Worster OR Max Shulga (whoever doesn't get redshirted)
SG Sean Bairstow / Brock Miller / Zahar Vedischev
SF Alphonso Anderson / Liam McChesney / Zahar Vedischev
PF Justin Bean / Szymon Zapala / Liam McChesney
C Neemias Queta / Kuba Karwowski / Trevin Dorius

RS - Rollie Worster OR Max Shulga (maybe both), Karson Stastny, Matthew Wickizer

The biggest question mark right now is who plays the 2. I'm going with Bairstow for now, because I saw him running with the Marco in some of those promotional videos on Instagram and because he has ball-handling skills that Miller just doesn't have. Because of that, the one and two positions become interchangeable as either Marco or Sean can (conceivably) bring the ball up and run the offense; assuming Sean has progressed in his decision making and understanding of the offense. This would be a huge lineup and would be a terror on defense and on the glass (albeit not a great 3pt shooting starting group).

That said, coach Smith has a weird, unexplainable fascination with Brock Miller that none of us understand. So Miller might start (at the 2) and will most likely get heavy minutes early in the season. But if Ashworth, McChesney, and Vedischev are as good as advertised, he'll (likely) get relegated to the end of the bench halfway through the season. Or so I hope.
Not saying he can’t and I definitely think it is possible. But I’m still not 100% sold on Anderson starting full time on the wing. But I could def be wrong.

Coach Smith definitely has a short least and a Long Leash depending on what player it is. One thing from a Fan's perspective I can't really argue with how he has been choosing his players because results on the court have been fantastic.

Real Life Aggie · Post by **Real Life Aggie** » September 13th, 2020, 10:50 pm

Bairstow's freshman season wasn't too much to look at. He had flashes of excellent play, and then stretches of freshman mistakes. But that jump from freshman to sophomore season is a big one, and I think he'll come in swinging. Part of the problem last year was that he didn't get substantial minutes. If he shows up, I think he'll be getting them.

I think we might be underestimating the skill of Szymon Zapala and Zadar Vedischev. Another thing not being addressed: Bean and the 3 pt shot. He spent a good chunk of the off-season working on it. How does that change his game? How does that change our look on the floor?

OrangeCountyAggie · Post by **OrangeCountyAggie** » September 14th, 2020, 11:46 am

Real Life Aggie wrote: ↑
September 13th, 2020, 10:50 pm
Bairstow's freshman season wasn't too much to look at. He had flashes of excellent play, and then stretches of freshman mistakes. But that jump from freshman to sophomore season is a big one, and I think he'll come in swinging. Part of the problem last year was that he didn't get substantial minutes. If he shows up, I think he'll be getting them.

I think we might be underestimating the skill of Szymon Zapala and Zadar Vedischev. Another thing not being addressed: Bean and the 3 pt shot. He spent a good chunk of the off-season working on it. How does that change his game? How does that change our look on the floor?

Great point. I assume that much of the offense will be run through Queta this year in the post (pure conjecture) and kick-outs to shooters will be more important. Can Justin, Liam, Zadar, and Sean consistently knock them down? I wouldn't hold my breath for Brock - but maybe.

Post by **aggies22** » September 14th, 2020, 1:47 pm

Real Life Aggie wrote: ↑
September 13th, 2020, 10:50 pm
Bairstow's freshman season wasn't too much to look at. He had flashes of excellent play, and then stretches of freshman mistakes. But that jump from freshman to sophomore season is a big one, and I think he'll come in swinging. Part of the problem last year was that he didn't get substantial minutes. If he shows up, I think he'll be getting them.

I think we might be underestimating the skill of Szymon Zapala and Zadar Vedischev. Another thing not being addressed: Bean and the 3 pt shot. He spent a good chunk of the off-season working on it. How does that change his game? How does that change our look on the floor?

Justin Bean becoming a more consistent 3 point threat is HUGE.

IdaAg93 · Post by **IdaAg93** » September 14th, 2020, 1:50 pm

Last night I rewatched as many YouTube vids of Liam, and that kid will be special. Can't wait to cut him loose on the floor. I believe he'll have a lot to say about the outside shooting from the 3. I can see him easily sharing time with Andersen.

Real Life Aggie · Post by **Real Life Aggie** » September 14th, 2020, 1:53 pm

aggies22 wrote: ↑
September 14th, 2020, 1:47 pm

Real Life Aggie wrote: ↑
September 13th, 2020, 10:50 pm
Bairstow's freshman season wasn't too much to look at. He had flashes of excellent play, and then stretches of freshman mistakes. But that jump from freshman to sophomore season is a big one, and I think he'll come in swinging. Part of the problem last year was that he didn't get substantial minutes. If he shows up, I think he'll be getting them.

I think we might be underestimating the skill of Szymon Zapala and Zadar Vedischev. Another thing not being addressed: Bean and the 3 pt shot. He spent a good chunk of the off-season working on it. How does that change his game? How does that change our look on the floor?
Justin Bean becoming a more consistent 3 point threat is HUGE.

Agreed. I'm really excited to see how they decide to use it. Bean is a stud... We don't run plays for him, and he averages a double double. Even if he plays like last year, but takes beautiful, wide open 3s (without looking to create the opportunity), it'll be vicious.

But... when has Justin Bean NOT pushed the advantage and created opportunity?

I recall reports from last year indicating that McChesney was the second best shooter on the team after Sam. That means he might very well be the best shooter on the team this year.

Post by **aggies22** » September 14th, 2020, 3:35 pm

Real Life Aggie wrote: ↑
September 14th, 2020, 1:53 pm

aggies22 wrote: ↑
September 14th, 2020, 1:47 pm

Real Life Aggie wrote: ↑
September 13th, 2020, 10:50 pm
Bairstow's freshman season wasn't too much to look at. He had flashes of excellent play, and then stretches of freshman mistakes. But that jump from freshman to sophomore season is a big one, and I think he'll come in swinging. Part of the problem last year was that he didn't get substantial minutes. If he shows up, I think he'll be getting them.

I think we might be underestimating the skill of Szymon Zapala and Zadar Vedischev. Another thing not being addressed: Bean and the 3 pt shot. He spent a good chunk of the off-season working on it. How does that change his game? How does that change our look on the floor?
Justin Bean becoming a more consistent 3 point threat is HUGE.
Agreed. I'm really excited to see how they decide to use it. Bean is a stud... We don't run plays for him, and he averages a double double. Even if he plays like last year, but takes beautiful, wide open 3s (without looking to create the opportunity), it'll be vicious.

But... when has Justin Bean NOT pushed the advantage and created opportunity?

I recall reports from last year indicating that McChesney was the second best shooter on the team after Sam. That means he might very well be the best shooter on the team this year.

I was told that Liam became the second-best shooter on the team the moment he stepped on campus.

slcagg · Post by **slcagg** » September 14th, 2020, 3:45 pm

aggies22 wrote: ↑
September 14th, 2020, 3:35 pm

Real Life Aggie wrote: ↑
September 14th, 2020, 1:53 pm

aggies22 wrote: ↑
September 14th, 2020, 1:47 pm

Real Life Aggie wrote: ↑
September 13th, 2020, 10:50 pm
Bairstow's freshman season wasn't too much to look at. He had flashes of excellent play, and then stretches of freshman mistakes. But that jump from freshman to sophomore season is a big one, and I think he'll come in swinging. Part of the problem last year was that he didn't get substantial minutes. If he shows up, I think he'll be getting them.

I think we might be underestimating the skill of Szymon Zapala and Zadar Vedischev. Another thing not being addressed: Bean and the 3 pt shot. He spent a good chunk of the off-season working on it. How does that change his game? How does that change our look on the floor?
Justin Bean becoming a more consistent 3 point threat is HUGE.
Agreed. I'm really excited to see how they decide to use it. Bean is a stud... We don't run plays for him, and he averages a double double. Even if he plays like last year, but takes beautiful, wide open 3s (without looking to create the opportunity), it'll be vicious.

But... when has Justin Bean NOT pushed the advantage and created opportunity?

I recall reports from last year indicating that McChesney was the second best shooter on the team after Sam. That means he might very well be the best shooter on the team this year.
I was told that Liam became the second-best shooter on the team the moment he stepped on campus.

The question is who is ahead of him this year? Or is he number 1?

OrangeCountyAggie · Post by **OrangeCountyAggie** » September 15th, 2020, 12:02 am

aggies22 wrote: ↑
September 14th, 2020, 3:35 pm

Real Life Aggie wrote: ↑
September 14th, 2020, 1:53 pm

aggies22 wrote: ↑
September 14th, 2020, 1:47 pm

Real Life Aggie wrote: ↑
September 13th, 2020, 10:50 pm
Bairstow's freshman season wasn't too much to look at. He had flashes of excellent play, and then stretches of freshman mistakes. But that jump from freshman to sophomore season is a big one, and I think he'll come in swinging. Part of the problem last year was that he didn't get substantial minutes. If he shows up, I think he'll be getting them.

I think we might be underestimating the skill of Szymon Zapala and Zadar Vedischev. Another thing not being addressed: Bean and the 3 pt shot. He spent a good chunk of the off-season working on it. How does that change his game? How does that change our look on the floor?
Justin Bean becoming a more consistent 3 point threat is HUGE.
Agreed. I'm really excited to see how they decide to use it. Bean is a stud... We don't run plays for him, and he averages a double double. Even if he plays like last year, but takes beautiful, wide open 3s (without looking to create the opportunity), it'll be vicious.

But... when has Justin Bean NOT pushed the advantage and created opportunity?

I recall reports from last year indicating that McChesney was the second best shooter on the team after Sam. That means he might very well be the best shooter on the team this year.
I was told that Liam became the second-best shooter on the team the moment he stepped on campus.

He is the newcomer I'm most excited to see. He's a legit 6'10" and was the number one recruit out of Canada last year after putting up Jaycee Carroll-like numbers in high school. This is the type of recruit we typically never get.

slcagg · Post by **slcagg** » September 15th, 2020, 5:56 am

OrangeCountyAggie wrote: ↑
September 15th, 2020, 12:02 am

aggies22 wrote: ↑
September 14th, 2020, 3:35 pm

Real Life Aggie wrote: ↑
September 14th, 2020, 1:53 pm

aggies22 wrote: ↑
September 14th, 2020, 1:47 pm

Real Life Aggie wrote: ↑
September 13th, 2020, 10:50 pm
Bairstow's freshman season wasn't too much to look at. He had flashes of excellent play, and then stretches of freshman mistakes. But that jump from freshman to sophomore season is a big one, and I think he'll come in swinging. Part of the problem last year was that he didn't get substantial minutes. If he shows up, I think he'll be getting them.

I think we might be underestimating the skill of Szymon Zapala and Zadar Vedischev. Another thing not being addressed: Bean and the 3 pt shot. He spent a good chunk of the off-season working on it. How does that change his game? How does that change our look on the floor?
Justin Bean becoming a more consistent 3 point threat is HUGE.
Agreed. I'm really excited to see how they decide to use it. Bean is a stud... We don't run plays for him, and he averages a double double. Even if he plays like last year, but takes beautiful, wide open 3s (without looking to create the opportunity), it'll be vicious.

But... when has Justin Bean NOT pushed the advantage and created opportunity?

I recall reports from last year indicating that McChesney was the second best shooter on the team after Sam. That means he might very well be the best shooter on the team this year.
I was told that Liam became the second-best shooter on the team the moment he stepped on campus.
He is the newcomer I'm most excited to see. He's a legit 6'10" and was the number one recruit out of Canada last year after putting up Jaycee Carroll-like numbers in high school. This is the type of recruit we typically never get.

He was a highly rated recruit but he wasn’t the number one recruit out of Canada. Maybe for his province?

Post by **aggies22** » September 15th, 2020, 7:06 am

slcagg wrote: ↑
September 15th, 2020, 5:56 am

OrangeCountyAggie wrote: ↑
September 15th, 2020, 12:02 am

aggies22 wrote: ↑
September 14th, 2020, 3:35 pm

Real Life Aggie wrote: ↑
September 14th, 2020, 1:53 pm

aggies22 wrote: ↑
September 14th, 2020, 1:47 pm

Real Life Aggie wrote: ↑
September 13th, 2020, 10:50 pm
Bairstow's freshman season wasn't too much to look at. He had flashes of excellent play, and then stretches of freshman mistakes. But that jump from freshman to sophomore season is a big one, and I think he'll come in swinging. Part of the problem last year was that he didn't get substantial minutes. If he shows up, I think he'll be getting them.

I think we might be underestimating the skill of Szymon Zapala and Zadar Vedischev. Another thing not being addressed: Bean and the 3 pt shot. He spent a good chunk of the off-season working on it. How does that change his game? How does that change our look on the floor?
Justin Bean becoming a more consistent 3 point threat is HUGE.
Agreed. I'm really excited to see how they decide to use it. Bean is a stud... We don't run plays for him, and he averages a double double. Even if he plays like last year, but takes beautiful, wide open 3s (without looking to create the opportunity), it'll be vicious.

But... when has Justin Bean NOT pushed the advantage and created opportunity?

I recall reports from last year indicating that McChesney was the second best shooter on the team after Sam. That means he might very well be the best shooter on the team this year.
I was told that Liam became the second-best shooter on the team the moment he stepped on campus.
He is the newcomer I'm most excited to see. He's a legit 6'10" and was the number one recruit out of Canada last year after putting up Jaycee Carroll-like numbers in high school. This is the type of recruit we typically never get.
He was a highly rated recruit but he wasn’t the number one recruit out of Canada. Maybe for his province?

He was the number one rated power forward out of Canada but he wasn't far off from being the number one rated prospect.

nswaggie · Post by **nswaggie** » September 15th, 2020, 1:52 pm

This team has the potential to be very deep. It will be interesting to see who emerges and if multiple guys emerge does Smith go with a deep rotation? The last couple years it seems with the exception of mop up duty his rotation only went about 8 deep. Will there be a guy that demands 35+ minutes like Merrill or will those minutes get split up between more guys?

I don’t think Quetta has the motor to go 35+ not to mention foul trouble issues.

slcagg · Post by **slcagg** » September 15th, 2020, 2:30 pm

nswaggie wrote: ↑
September 15th, 2020, 1:52 pm
This team has the potential to be very deep. It will be interesting to see who emerges and if multiple guys emerge does Smith go with a deep rotation? The last couple years it seems with the exception of mop up duty his rotation only went about 8 deep. Will there be a guy that demands 35+ minutes like Merrill or will those minutes get split up between more guys?

I don’t think Quetta has the motor to go 35+ not to mention foul trouble issues.

One interesting thing will be if zapala is as good as advertised we may not require queta to play 35 mins per night.

slcagg · Post by **slcagg** » September 15th, 2020, 2:30 pm

aggies22 wrote: ↑
September 15th, 2020, 7:06 am

slcagg wrote: ↑
September 15th, 2020, 5:56 am

OrangeCountyAggie wrote: ↑
September 15th, 2020, 12:02 am

aggies22 wrote: ↑
September 14th, 2020, 3:35 pm

Real Life Aggie wrote: ↑
September 14th, 2020, 1:53 pm

aggies22 wrote: ↑
September 14th, 2020, 1:47 pm

Real Life Aggie wrote: ↑
September 13th, 2020, 10:50 pm
Bairstow's freshman season wasn't too much to look at. He had flashes of excellent play, and then stretches of freshman mistakes. But that jump from freshman to sophomore season is a big one, and I think he'll come in swinging. Part of the problem last year was that he didn't get substantial minutes. If he shows up, I think he'll be getting them.

I think we might be underestimating the skill of Szymon Zapala and Zadar Vedischev. Another thing not being addressed: Bean and the 3 pt shot. He spent a good chunk of the off-season working on it. How does that change his game? How does that change our look on the floor?
Justin Bean becoming a more consistent 3 point threat is HUGE.
Agreed. I'm really excited to see how they decide to use it. Bean is a stud... We don't run plays for him, and he averages a double double. Even if he plays like last year, but takes beautiful, wide open 3s (without looking to create the opportunity), it'll be vicious.

But... when has Justin Bean NOT pushed the advantage and created opportunity?

I recall reports from last year indicating that McChesney was the second best shooter on the team after Sam. That means he might very well be the best shooter on the team this year.
I was told that Liam became the second-best shooter on the team the moment he stepped on campus.
He is the newcomer I'm most excited to see. He's a legit 6'10" and was the number one recruit out of Canada last year after putting up Jaycee Carroll-like numbers in high school. This is the type of recruit we typically never get.
He was a highly rated recruit but he wasn’t the number one recruit out of Canada. Maybe for his province?
He was the number one rated power forward out of Canada but he wasn't far off from being the number one rated prospect.

Thanks for helping clarify for me 22!

OrangeCountyAggie · Post by **OrangeCountyAggie** » September 15th, 2020, 3:53 pm

IdaAg93 wrote: ↑
September 13th, 2020, 8:10 pm
Am I the only one who struggles with SB (rhetorical question). I was not that impressed with him last year. How many times did he get blocked at the rim, get trapped or turn the ball over.
He has some development to go still. I think BM is much further along and will start and get the majority of the minutes for most of next year.

Sean was definitely raw and often looked a bit timid (although he was not given much leeway) last year but we saw glimpses talent and ability. Plus he possesses unusual size and good athleticism for the position. Given more playing time and confidence from the coaching staff- he could be really good.

What if Coach Smith ended up starting Barisotw and McChesney (at the 3 or 4)? You'd have an athletic lineup that goes

6'5''
6'8''
6'7''
6'10''
7'0"

Good luck guarding that!

Yossarian · Post by **Yossarian** » September 15th, 2020, 4:09 pm

OrangeCountyAggie wrote: ↑
September 15th, 2020, 3:53 pm

IdaAg93 wrote: ↑
September 13th, 2020, 8:10 pm
Am I the only one who struggles with SB (rhetorical question). I was not that impressed with him last year. How many times did he get blocked at the rim, get trapped or turn the ball over.
He has some development to go still. I think BM is much further along and will start and get the majority of the minutes for most of next year.
Sean was definitely raw and often looked a bit timid (although he was not given much leeway) last year but we saw glimpses talent and ability. Plus he possesses unusual size and good athleticism for the position. Given more playing time and confidence from the coaching staff- he could be really good.

What if Coach Smith ended up starting Barisotw and McChesney (at the 3 or 4)? You'd have an athletic lineup that goes

6'5''
6'8''
6'7''
6'10''
7'0"

Good luck guarding that!

I don't know that Bairstow looked so much timid as overmatched as far as weight and strength when he got into the paint. He seemed to get knocked off balance easily when he would drive and bump into stronger players. He would try to avoid contact resulting in some off-balance shots and passes that looked awkward. As he get stronger and learns when to drive and when to pass, he will become more effective.

slcagg · Post by **slcagg** » September 15th, 2020, 4:17 pm

OrangeCountyAggie wrote: ↑
September 15th, 2020, 3:53 pm

IdaAg93 wrote: ↑
September 13th, 2020, 8:10 pm
Am I the only one who struggles with SB (rhetorical question). I was not that impressed with him last year. How many times did he get blocked at the rim, get trapped or turn the ball over.
He has some development to go still. I think BM is much further along and will start and get the majority of the minutes for most of next year.
Sean was definitely raw and often looked a bit timid (although he was not given much leeway) last year but we saw glimpses talent and ability. Plus he possesses unusual size and good athleticism for the position. Given more playing time and confidence from the coaching staff- he could be really good.

What if Coach Smith ended up starting Barisotw and McChesney (at the 3 or 4)? You'd have an athletic lineup that goes

6'5''
6'8''
6'7''
6'10''
7'0"

Good luck guarding that!

Don’t move Bean to the wing. You are taking away his best skill if you do. He is an elite rebounder. He does not have elite Wong player skills including an improved jump shot. Bean will stay at the 4. With that said I think mcchesney can play the 3. And from all reports he does have elite shooting skills.

nswaggie · Post by **nswaggie** » September 15th, 2020, 5:24 pm

slcagg wrote: ↑
September 15th, 2020, 2:30 pm

nswaggie wrote: ↑
September 15th, 2020, 1:52 pm
This team has the potential to be very deep. It will be interesting to see who emerges and if multiple guys emerge does Smith go with a deep rotation? The last couple years it seems with the exception of mop up duty his rotation only went about 8 deep. Will there be a guy that demands 35+ minutes like Merrill or will those minutes get split up between more guys?

I don’t think Quetta has the motor to go 35+ not to mention foul trouble issues.
One interesting thing will be if zapala is as good as advertised we may not require queta to play 35 mins per night.

True, at the end of year last year we typically would see Anderson and Bean playing the 4 and 5 when Quetta went out. I wonder if that was more of a stop gap because the other centers weren’t ready or if it was strategic, it felt more like a stop gap but was effective at times.

nvspuds · Post by **nvspuds** » September 15th, 2020, 6:41 pm

Here is an interesting web site..I am not sure how accurate it is but it gives us something to talk about

https://www.barttorvik.com/rosters21.php?t=Utah+St.

Yossarian · Post by **Yossarian** » September 15th, 2020, 6:45 pm

nvspuds wrote: ↑
September 15th, 2020, 6:41 pm
Here is an interesting web site..I am not sure how accurate it is but it gives us something to talk about

https://www.barttorvik.com/rosters21.php?t=Utah+St.

I would hope USU gets more than 3 ppg out of Anthony. If not, they are in trouble.

Post by **aggies22** » September 15th, 2020, 6:55 pm

Yossarian wrote: ↑
September 15th, 2020, 6:45 pm

nvspuds wrote: ↑
September 15th, 2020, 6:41 pm
Here is an interesting web site..I am not sure how accurate it is but it gives us something to talk about

https://www.barttorvik.com/rosters21.php?t=Utah+St.
I would hope USU gets more than 3 ppg out of Anthony. If not, they are in trouble.

When I clicked on it, it was blank.

nvspuds · Post by **nvspuds** » September 15th, 2020, 7:00 pm

Try going to home, then pick the MWC, then select Utah State. Sorry the link didn't work

Real Life Aggie · Post by **Real Life Aggie** » September 15th, 2020, 7:01 pm

aggies22 wrote: ↑
September 15th, 2020, 6:55 pm

Yossarian wrote: ↑
September 15th, 2020, 6:45 pm

nvspuds wrote: ↑
September 15th, 2020, 6:41 pm
Here is an interesting web site..I am not sure how accurate it is but it gives us something to talk about

https://www.barttorvik.com/rosters21.php?t=Utah+St.
I would hope USU gets more than 3 ppg out of Anthony. If not, they are in trouble.
When I clicked on it, it was blank.

I had to change schools, then select Utah St again to show our stats.

nvspuds · Post by **nvspuds** » September 15th, 2020, 7:03 pm

I would blame spuds for the poor linkage..That dude is technically challenged..

Post by **aggies22** » September 15th, 2020, 7:04 pm

nvspuds wrote: ↑
September 15th, 2020, 7:00 pm
Try going to home, then pick the MWC, then select Utah State. Sorry the link didn't work

I got it working. Thanks!

nvspuds · Post by **nvspuds** » September 15th, 2020, 7:05 pm

The USU list doesn't show all your players..Same with NV..But it was something..

SectionBAggie · Post by **SectionBAggie** » September 15th, 2020, 8:48 pm

Many of the charts show what most have noticed. USU had about seven years of very average (against the nation) basketball. The last two years have been soooo refreshing.

SectionBAggie · Post by **SectionBAggie** » September 15th, 2020, 8:58 pm

Offensive rebounding numbers are interesting - and not what I expected.

USU's ORb %, though better than average the last two years, were not all that significant against the norm and even less than many previous seasons.

At the other end of the court is where the excellence shines. The last two years were significantly better than the norm as well as better than any of the previous 10 years.

I know we rebounded well, but I expected more of that to come on the offensive glass.

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