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Comment on Harris Shines at Paul Pierce Academy by UMfan

UMfan — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 20:21:44 +0000

I’m not even convinced that it’s necessarily the pace at which UofM or Big Ten teams WANT to play as opposed to the pace that the Big Ten officials dictate.

Last season there were numerous games where teams simply could not get into a flow because the officials were calling things every time down the floor.

Certainly Beilein’s team emphasizes possessions and one would surmise that it’s best to slow things down in that system. But I’m just saying the refs also have a say in the tempo.

Comment on Harris Shines at Paul Pierce Academy by Dylan

Dylan — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 14:28:32 +0000

Michigan’s ~64 possessions per game from last year would mean they had to score 1.25 points per possession. UNC had the best offensive efficiency because at around 1.18.

It would be pretty shocking and nearly impossible to average 80 ppg at the pace Michigan likes to play. Yes, we can score 80 in a game or two… But that’s just a game or two. I believe we shot about 75% in the second half in that Purdue game too.

Comment on Harris Shines at Paul Pierce Academy by Beast1530

Beast1530 — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 14:21:47 +0000

Kenny, that’s a few games. What we were talking about is averaging 80 plus points a game which is unlikely because of the nature of JB’s team as well as the Big Ten teams.

Comment on Harris Shines at Paul Pierce Academy by Kenny

Kenny — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:11:52 +0000

Gandhi, My guess is that the starting lineup will the same as the end of last season with either LLP or D. Morris in place of CJ Lee.

Beast1530, Michigan beat Duke and Purdue last year by scoring more than 80 points.

Comment on Harris Shines at Paul Pierce Academy by Gandhi

Gandhi — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 07:28:08 +0000

I am just curious as to what people think our starting lineup and reserves will be???

Comment on Harris Shines at Paul Pierce Academy by Dylan

Dylan — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 04:18:12 +0000

I saw the video as well FL… His ability to get the ball and push it is incredible. Love his handle even more than his shooting. He is the perfect “Beilein-four”.

It’s really remarkable because the video I saw of him from early in his HS season (he had mono) he was almost invisible on the court.

Comment on Harris Shines at Paul Pierce Academy by FL Wolve

FL Wolve — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 03:07:01 +0000

For those who have a Scout membership, you might want to check out the new Smote footage. Wow!!! We have a total freaking stud on our hands. I’m still going with the Turkoglu comparison for now. That kid is a future big timer.

Comment on Harris Shines at Paul Pierce Academy by Beast1530

Beast1530 — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 15:33:55 +0000

Kenny, Michigan averaged about 65 possessions a game and that is pretty slow paced. Assuming that they’re efficient(say 1.1 points a possession), they aren’t close to scoring 80 points. Unless the Big Ten somehow morphed into a fast paced conference, it’s not going to happen.

Non-conference games against weaker teams, it should happen. If they’re facing elite teams like Kansas and UConn, they will not try to increase the pace. In fact, they’re better served slowing the game down and be as efficient as possible.

Comment on Harris Shines at Paul Pierce Academy by Mitchigan

Mitchigan — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 13:51:52 +0000

Nice to see Manny is a 2nd Team All American pick – Firecracker team (see below). Looking forward to building upon our great season last year. Happy 4th to Umhoops and it’s great crew. Go Blue!

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/b.....;type=lgns

Comment on Harris Shines at Paul Pierce Academy by ZRL

ZRL — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 13:37:25 +0000

It’s not Beilein’s offense that will prevent Michigan from scoring 80 a game, it’s the other big ten offenses. No team in the big 10 came close to scoring 80 ppg last year. There are too many snail paced teams you have to go up against. However, if this year’s team was in the ACC or Big East they would have an excellent chance of averaging 80 ppg.