@BShark said in Early season feedback on kuballin’s off season analysis:
I’m annoyed with Bill, not our performance. I’m just a dummy and I’ll get over it lol.
Do you think it’s possible his act is growing tiresome after all these years? Have we all overdosed? Time for a new regime, or is that blasphemous?
The winning is nice 
i missed the analysis. @BShark not happy with last night’s performance? What bits and pieces have you worried?
I stated earlier that we’re not getting Griffen and Storr involved in any good way.
Some things of worry, but it was a worthy opponent.
Tough opponent tonight I thought. Good size. That big guy was making it tough for Hunter to get good position.
Self hasn’t quite figured out how to use Griffen and Storr. In particular we can’t seem to set a good screen for Griffen to get open for a quality 3 pt attempt sometimes. And Storr really has no clue about good shot selection.
Harris did an amazing job keeping their leading scorer at bay.
Wow wow wow. That was the best first half I may have ever seen the US play! Awesome. So refined in their passing. Exciting.
They had a very odd formation. They started in the 4-2-3-1, but it ended up a blob all in the middle of the field. Even Jedi was playing inside! So weird.
For those of you in the know… Riley Kugel, who was way hyped and about to transfer to KU over the summer, has started just one game so far for Mississippi State. Averaging 7.8 pts per game.
I am hoping in the not too distant future that Mahomes and Worthy can find a way to connect better on those wide open deep passes.
They seem to be there. There’s evidence so far this season he can get open deep. Seems like Mahomes can’t put the ball in the right spot, or Worthy gets tangled up.
USA faces Jamaica tonight in the return leg of Nations league play.
The first game was pretty dull. The pitch was godawful. Oh, and Pepi got the start up top.
Dang, there goes a perfect season. Oh well. Lots of blame to go around. But, the Bills are on a roll now, too.
The Dolphins legacy lives on.
@Kcmatt7 said in KJ Rebounding:
@rockchalkjayhawk said in KJ Rebounding:
@Kcmatt7 said in KJ Rebounding:
Like I’m 100x more annoyed with him not developing a functional jumper in 4 years than I am with his rebounding stats. Guy is probably a pro if he can hit a corner 3 at a decent clip.
I’ve been avoiding joining the KJ conversation. It’s kinda like Harris discussions. He is what he is, and has been.
Self loves KJ basically because he can switch on defense. That’s really it. A pro? Hmmm.
Yea the NBA hates guys who can guard 5 positions and knows their role.
Well, i’m no NBA scout. But he really doesn’t have any other basketball skills worthy of a pro. You posted above that IF he had a corner jumper he PROBABLY is a pro.
But he doesn’t have a corner jump or any jumper really.
Are you changing your argument?
@Kcmatt7 said in KJ Rebounding:
Like I’m 100x more annoyed with him not developing a functional jumper in 4 years than I am with his rebounding stats. Guy is probably a pro if he can hit a corner 3 at a decent clip.
I’ve been avoiding joining the KJ conversation. It’s kinda like Harris discussions. He is what he is, and has been.
Self loves KJ basically because he can switch on defense. That’s really it. A pro? Hmmm.
Wow! Couldn’t watch til late today, what a win!
I got super nervous at the end there! Tiptoeing near the endzone. Whew.
A closer look at Passmore and maybe we can see he needs a little more time in the oven.
@BeddieKU23 said in Oakland Game Thread:
Great passing leads to a Kease 3. That was pretty
Amazing passing all around today.
@Crimsonorblue22 said in Oakland Game Thread:
I have 4 xtra burgers and pork n beans if u want to stop by. I typed porn n beans at first.
It’s possible you would have had a line down the block to get in!
Passmore just looks like a next level athlete. Quick and long. Excited for his future.
@patoh3 said in 2025 Recruiting:
@BShark Do we get to pick the shoe?
Isn’t that the second shoe Sharky has vowed to eat? Starting to think there’s a problem here!
@approxinfinity said in Boxing:
I couldnt stay awake. Went to bed before main event. Mario Barrios fight was entertaining
You missed absolutely nothing. Tyson threw like maybe a dozen half-hearted jabs. Snooze fest.
@JAYHAWKFAN214 said in 2025 Recruiting:
Bryson tiller is a Jayhawk
Great! Any of you experts know more about him? I just started reading up on him this morning. It’s weird. For a high level recruit, the scouting reports are kinda meh?
Looks like he has great size though, but they make it sound like he’s not that dominant nor explosive.
Player comp?
As a result, the Chiefs plan to sign Spencer Shrader off the Jets’ practice squad, Pelissero adds.
Uh oh. Butker hurt, headed to IR.
This left knee injury will require surgery, per Pelissero, as Butker will have an arthroscopic procedure to address the issue. The Chiefs made Butker the NFL’s highest-paid kicker this offseason, re-signing him to a $6.4MM-per-year deal. While Butker’s long-term status is not in question, his availability for this year’s homestretch is.
@approxinfinity said in Beat Izzy Beat Sparty:
I dont want anyone cut from the rotation. Solid personnel management tonight.
I think Self ruined the mojo and flow by starting Zeke tonight. He should have waited til Oakland.
Warning, half a rant here! Read no further if you were happy with tonight’s performance!
Son of a biscuit lover, that was 100% ugly!!!
I know we won, but I’m am just steaming over the defense tonight. Very un-Self like.
I’m counting the days until Self blows a gasket over this truly clueless defense. So many possessions had entry level mistakes tonight. When I can point em out, you know something is very wrong. Wow. Ugly.
And then there was one possession where MSU got FOUR offensive rebounds!
I’m thankful we won, but not looking forward to watching this pathetic display. It’s gonna be a long season. The offense better bring it every night or we’re gonna struggle.
Sounds like KU is favored by 11+ points today. Double digits is a lot over a well-coached team. Go Hawks!
@dylans said in Beat Izzy Beat Sparty:
Is there a pre/post game show anymore or did it get cancelled?
I’ve been looking for that as well. can’t find on ESPN+
@kjayhawks said in UNC Game Thread:
To me it’s pretty obvious what the best line up is but I doubt BS will ever not start KJ. Which is okay just don’t play him 37 minutes.
Harris
Mayo
Storr
Griffen
Hunt
That would be an entertaining lineup for sure. Defense optional for maybe three of em though.
Don’t forget we need ball handlers. I think that’s a big reason he’s starting.
@stoptheflop said in UNC Game Thread:
So, who will start in Diggy’s spot against MichSt? Why isn’t Zeke starting? Zeke is getting his minutes, 29 against NC, but he needs to start. Starting Griffen or Storr is a tossup for me; both will contribute and get minutes. And, KJ can’t play 37 minutes.
You think Diggy won’t start?
Holy smokes! How’s about that! I was just about to be blue for the rest of the day!
@kjayhawks How much did we make on the under!!!
Whew.
AFC West games are never trap games IMO. The rivalry alone will pour some fire on this matchup.
The Broncos aren’t a bad team either. They are making games tough for their opponents. I think only the Ravens game was lopsided. I think they will offer resistance today, but I like the Chiefs!
But I’d take the under on total points (42).
This mini comeback is my fault. I started watching the game, and dozed off. Woke up at half and they were crushing em!
Now I’m watching for real, and ISU making a game of it. Back to my nap! Zzz
@nuleafjhawk said in KU-Clones:
@rockchalkjayhawk I was just thinking 21 wouldn’t be enough. No way in hell 18 gets it done.
Kinda of a trump(dumbass) move not going for the 4th down
You can only blame the KU football program for making us think like this.
I wanna remain positive today about KU football, but sorry, after 30 years of conditioning, couldn’t help myself!
Says an old KU football fan: This 18 point lead is going to make the heartbreak much worse
Says a more modern KU football fan: Wow, they have a great selection of micro brews at Arrowhead. Think this game can go into OT?
Oh, and what happened to boxscores on the LJW / KU Sports site? they give up?
Well that game sure had some highs and lows. What a great early season matchup. Lots has been said above, so not much else to add other than a few things that caught my eye.
— Hunter struggled to get good post position last night. Lots of extended dribbling and backing it down. Slows the offense down considerably. He ended up with great stats though. I guess with his passing skills he can find an open shooter when eventually doubled. Still on the fence if he should ever be allowed on the perimeter and shooting 3s.
— Zeke was great! I can see he was tentative a few times. I hope a big boy game like that builds enough confidence in him to dominate.
— Diggy was invisible last night. What happens when Moore returns?
— as much as I hate replay review, I sure wish coach had a couple red flags to drop last night. Hunter alone got hosed a few times. One of those bad calls nearly cost us the game.
— Bilas didn’t seem entirely on his analyst game. Seemed out of it a bit. Somewhat cliche.
— does AFH seem like it has a much cleaner look on TV? They didn’t change that much, right? It looks smoother, more like a modern, clean arena — with fewer funky angular things.
@BShark said in Recruiting Notes:
Samis Calderon has cancelled his visit to Kentucky and will announce next week.
Does he sound more like a project or contributor early on?
@FarmerJayhawk said in Basketball Season:
I ran into a bunch of Heels on Mass last night. They’re all stoked to see AFH.
Slight pivot off course…took a trip to North Carolina years ago. Got to see the three big campuses (NC, NCState and Duke). It was Off-season, so I didn’t see any games, but I snuck into Cameron Indoor at Duke. It seemed really small and tight, especially the entry way. But the lights were off! Ha. All those campuses were nice. NC State is more modern.
not seeing any trades by the Chiefs. hmmm. wonder if we somehow pick up a few additions?
Hey, that was a nice game by the Hawks!
Zeke looked pretty smooth. Even saw some quickness and explosion I wasn’t sure he had. Love it.
This is going to be an interesting year with the lineup. Self for sure is going to have to go 9 deep every game. That’s a good thing! How he handles that from game to game is going to be crazy to watch.
Dunno much about Storr, but that’s gonna be our dramatic player story line this year — how he adjusts.
@BShark said in Early Hearings TM:
Starting line-up for tonight, a guess: Juan/Diggy/Rylan/KJ/Hunt
My guess as well.
It may be a rotating lineup until conference play. Let’s see who gets out of the doghouse first kinda thing.
Just realizing that the Chiefs and Jayhawks play at the same time Monday night. Damn. Dumb. What do y’all think the safest game is to watch without seeing the other score? I’m guessing the Chiefs by far. May have to watch the Jayhawks late!
Sounds like the Chiefs are still rumored to be looking for a WR and CB.
How’s this for synchronicity:
Ochai and Gradey each had 22 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 steals.
I am reading good things about Peterson. Basically a well rounded SG with not much to nit pick about.
Some say he’s a good 3pt shooter, others say he needs work with consistency.
Some say he has a great pull up shot in the paint, others say he could get to the rim more.
Others say he even plays defense! yay.
He even says he’s working on his PG skills. Compares himself to Devin Booker.
Really haven’t read any negatives on him at all. Well done, staff!
I’m most interested in seeing if anybody on this team can make our offense more well rounded by driving the ball. Outside of a few plays, we really haven’t seen that yet in the two exhibitions.
Stupid high school kids. And stupider colleges and shoe companies for paying these 18 year olds outrageous sums of money.
@BShark said in Recruiting Notes:
Things are getting weird with DP. Not good weird either.
Wait a minute! Farmer just told us it was locked and loaded for DP!
Looks like Peterson will announce this Friday.
KU KSU USC OSU (Ohio state)
Who’s gonna win?
One more shot at a lineup before the season opener! Not loving the miniature guards in this lineup.
PG Harris
SG Coit
SF Griffen
PF KJ
C Dickinson
Main Bench: Storr — Moore — Mayo — Bidunga — Passmore
Redshirt: Elmarko — Shelby — McDowell
Walk on minutes: Clemence
Well, looks like we can shoot!
I really have no clue who will start after Hunter, Dajuan and we all presume KJ. Maybe it will be a revolving door based on practice?
Storr has been the invisible man to me so far. He needs caffeine, motivation or something.
Glad to see the positive outcome.
