Thought Africa played very well

[IL Wildcat]

I didn't get to watch it live because I'm on vacation, so I just finished watching it. A couple thoughts...

Africa added a player yesterday and 2 more today, from what I read. They were clearly playing better than they have the first 2 games.

UK went swimming at Drake's yesterday, were already in the championship game win or lose, and took an early 20pt lead. They could have packed it in. They didn't.

Africa had some serious momentum late in the game and kept coming. They were making shots (which is something they haven't been doing) and they clearly wanted this win badly.

With all this being said, I was very impressed with the way our guys stepped up, pushed the lead back out, and put the game away. I like the competitive drive of this group and the way they made plays with the game on the line. Africa kept coming but our guys matched their run with one of their own.

I love the play of multiple guys. Reed Sheppard is gonna be on the floor often. DJ Wagner was crucial late. Reeves kept making shots. I think Edwards is another guy who loves that moment and will do what must be done. Fun game today.

 

[University-6]

Africa had a couple stretches where they played outstanding 8 vs 5 basketball.

 

[IL Wildcat]

Africa had a couple stretches where they played outstanding 8 vs 5 basketball.

Yeah, I didn't mention that in my post, but you're right. There were a bunch of bad calls that all went Africa's way.

 

[ORCAT]

While watching the game I kept thinking how Wagner is going to be a mega star. He does things with so much ease and has a decent shot from outside. He makes mistakes right now but he seems to be money when we need someone to step up. And, he seems to be physically strong for a PG too. I just think what he'll be like by the time March comes around. Haven't seen a lot of people giving him much props during these games but I believe he will be very special this year.

 

[shaudyshaud]

They looked terrible to start out . I didn’t expect it to end up as close as it did but I’m glad it did

 

[Kybluedude]

We were poor a lot of the 2nd half and particularly the 3rd q.

Good to see them absorb the the lead disappearing and regroup.

I think the film study of these 4 games will be really helpful. Lots to study and build on. Rebounding will be a point of emphasis. Also stay down on the pump fakes. Communicate.

Cal with an extended period of zone.

 

[Lempface]

Africa had a couple stretches where they played outstanding 8 vs 5 basketball.

The refs have let the teams play football for stretches in all 3 games. Reed has gotten away with a ton of blatant hacks.

 

[BluPappi81]

Our boys beat a continent of 1.45B people. A good days work.

 

[nickhorvathsuxazz]

The refs have let the teams play football for stretches in all 3 games. Reed has gotten away with a ton of blatant hacks.

Told my wife something similar. The defense we've been allowed to play up north would have 3 or 4 players in foul trouble by the 10 minute mark of the first half with SEC officials.

Another point about the defense: wouldn't rick pitino have loved to coach this roster back in his heyday. They jump passing lanes and back tip ball handlers like no UK team since Rick was on the sidelines...

 

[HerrosHeroes]

While watching the game I kept thinking how Wagner is going to be a mega star. He does things with so much ease and has a decent shot from outside. He makes mistakes right now but he seems to be money when we need someone to step up. And, he seems to be physically strong for a PG too. I just think what he'll be like by the time March comes around. Haven't seen a lot of people giving him much props during these games but I believe he will be very special this year.

Oh I totally agree. But hey he was a top prospect coming out of HS. Its kinda expected but yeah Im very excited about DJ.
He is so in control with the basketball and I think his shot is a bit more than descent. No offense.

 

[Wildcat-in-STL]

The athleticism, rough defense, officiating... this simulated what we'll face in the SEC ....... and I like what we saw, and thats without Bradshaw.

 

[Deli owl]

I didn't get to watch it live because I'm on vacation, so I just finished watching it. A couple thoughts...

Africa added a player yesterday and 2 more today, from what I read. They were clearly playing better than they have the first 2 games.

UK went swimming at Drake's yesterday, were already in the championship game win or lose, and took an early 20pt lead. They could have packed it in. They didn't.

Africa had some serious momentum late in the game and kept coming. They were making shots (which is something they haven't been doing) and they clearly wanted this win badly.

With all this being said, I was very impressed with the way our guys stepped up, pushed the lead back out, and put the game away. I like the competitive drive of this group and the way they made plays with the game on the line. Africa kept coming but our guys matched their run with one of their own.

I love the play of multiple guys. Reed Sheppard is gonna be on the floor often. DJ Wagner was crucial late. Reeves kept making shots. I think Edwards is another guy who loves that moment and will do what must be done. Fun game today.

Any live link to Germany vs Canada scores by chance?

 

[ruppcat]

I didn't get to watch it live because I'm on vacation, so I just finished watching it. A couple thoughts...

Africa added a player yesterday and 2 more today, from what I read. They were clearly playing better than they have the first 2 games.

UK went swimming at Drake's yesterday, were already in the championship game win or lose, and took an early 20pt lead. They could have packed it in. They didn't.

Africa had some serious momentum late in the game and kept coming. They were making shots (which is something they haven't been doing) and they clearly wanted this win badly.

With all this being said, I was very impressed with the way our guys stepped up, pushed the lead back out, and put the game away. I like the competitive drive of this group and the way they made plays with the game on the line. Africa kept coming but our guys matched their run with one of their own.

I love the play of multiple guys. Reed Sheppard is gonna be on the floor often. DJ Wagner was crucial late. Reeves kept making shots. I think Edwards is another guy who loves that moment and will do what must be done. Fun game today.

"They were making shots (which is something they haven't been doing) and they clearly wanted this win badly."

How many times have we seen this happen against UK?? And seemingly a lot under Cal.

 

[TOMCATS1990]

Ky played well in spurts, Africa had a huge size advantage which helped them rebound and get a lot of 2nd chance points. Shots started falling the 3rd and 4th quarters which also always make you look better.KY to be this young has looked as good as one could have hoped and this season as of now looks promising.

 

[ORCAT]

Oh I totally agree. But hey he was a top prospect coming out of HS. Its kinda expected but yeah Im very excited about DJ.
He is so in control with the basketball and I think his shot is a bit more than descent. No offense.

It is expected as he was highly ranked but I've seen only a few comments about him compared to others. Just feel he needs his recognition too. I really think his shot is decent at this point, not great, but hope we'll see that improve even more with time and experience at this level. I just see room for improvement but confident he'll do just that.

 

[kyfanrob]

Any live link to Germany vs Canada scores by chance?

FIBA LiveStats

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[dl51344]

Any live link to Germany vs Canada scores by chance?

Halftime Ger by 2

 

[IL Wildcat]

Wow, Germany running away in the 3rd. Germany 57 Canada 40
4:29 left in 3rd quarter

 

[KENTUCKY_FLYER]

The refs have let the teams play football for stretches in all 3 games. Reed has gotten away with a ton of blatant hacks.

I haven't seen the game yet but had noticed this in the first two games. They will not call SEC games like this and it will hurt UK. Shep would have fouled out before half time if these were SEC games. That will change the style of play and slow our guys down. I hate CBB refs...

 

[docholiday51]

While watching the game I kept thinking how Wagner is going to be a mega star. He does things with so much ease and has a decent shot from outside. He makes mistakes right now but he seems to be money when we need someone to step up. And, he seems to be physically strong for a PG too. I just think what he'll be like by the time March comes around. Haven't seen a lot of people giving him much props during these games but I believe he will be very special this year.

Agree and to quote Mark Stoops, Edwards "is just gettin' started bro"

 

[dl51344]

Wow, Germany running away in the 3rd. Germany 57 Canada 40
4:29 left in 3rd quarter

Looks like it will be UK vs Germany for gold. Been watching game and Can really bad but Get hitting some threes.

 

[IL Wildcat]

Germany 60 Canada 50 end 3rd

 

[IL Wildcat]

Looks like it will be UK vs Germany for gold. Been watching game and Can really bad but Get hitting some threes.

Where are you watching?

 

[Titpwhami2014]

Yeah, I didn't mention that in my post, but you're right. There were a bunch of bad calls that all went Africa's way.

Solid training for SEC/NCAA play

 

[IL Wildcat]

62-50 Germany 6:37 left

 

[rivercatinfl]

We'll see how Germany likes us in the Championship game.

 

[J-Ryan]

Guard the 3 well against Germany and it will be an easy win for us tomorrow..:

 

[IL Wildcat]

67-57 Germany 4 minutes

 

[permdaddy]

Canada has cut it to 7 with 3 to play

 

[IL Wildcat]

Canada cuts it to 7. 2:52 left

 

[permdaddy]

4 with 2:02 left

 

[permdaddy]

Canada really picked their D up in the 4th

 

[permdaddy]

Canada down 4 with the ball 1:19 left

 

[permdaddy]

tie game

 

[permdaddy]

69-69 Canada ball with 23.6 to go

 

[permdaddy]

Overtime. Canada missed a great look with 2 seconds left

 

[IL Wildcat]

Overtime. Canada did well to get it to OT. Germany may have tried to stall too soon.

 

[permdaddy]

Canada up 4 with 1:58 left

 

[IL Wildcat]

Canada up by 4 with under 2 mins left in OT

 

[permdaddy]

Canada up by 4 with under 2 mins left in OT

There is a game thread up now. Going to post there instead of further hijacking this one