KU *** OFFICIAL -SUNFLOWER SHOWDOWN- KSU vs. KU GAME THREAD***

silver5liter · 02-12-2013, 12:14 AM

This should earn tharpe the starting pg position. I really think that elijah dribbles too high and is too tall to run the point for being such a sloppy passer and dribbler. Its real easy for players to trip him up or to pick the ball off from him while dribbling. Where tharpe is 5-11, and has a real low center of gravity.

KC_Connection · 02-12-2013, 12:49 AM

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Originally Posted by silver5liter

This should earn tharpe the starting pg position. I really think that elijah dribbles too high and is too tall to run the point for being such a sloppy passer and dribbler. Its real easy for players to trip him up or to pick the ball off from him while dribbling. Where tharpe is 5-11, and has a real low center of gravity.

I don't think height has much to do with EJ's problems handling the PG position. He's actually a fine size for it. He just lacks vision and passing ability and is too careless with the ball.

It's going to take more than one good game in two months for Tharpe to start over EJ, though I do think he should be playing more minutes (especially in a two guard set) if only to try something else with this group.

silver5liter · 02-12-2013, 12:52 AM

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I don't think height has much to do with EJ's problems handling the PG position. He's actually a fine size for it. He just lacks vision and passing ability and is too careless with the ball.

It's going to take more than one good game in two months for Tharpe to start over EJ, though I do think he should be playing more minutes (especially in a two guard set) if only to try something else with this group.

If you watch him, he just seems to dribble very high most of the time. Also his little behind the back dribble/360 spin/ turn over move is very annoying.

**Lzen** · 02-12-2013, 07:33 AM

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...his little behind the back dribble/360 spin/ turn over move is very annoying.

So true. Lately when he does that is almost guaranteed to be a turnover.

Fairplay · 02-12-2013, 12:54 AM

KU playing dominantly which they really needed. Maybe they will get their groove back. Okie State around the corner fellas, act like you own the court.

Pants · 02-12-2013, 12:55 AM

Tharpe can look passes off while EJ locks in and telegraphs that shit. Tharpe is quicker than shit, but EJ is a way way better defender when healthy.

Prison Bitch · 02-12-2013, 01:01 AM

EJ with another abortion tonight. 1-6 with 4 turnovers. It's like the guy is a teachers pet, getting this special treatment. Had Ben not gone off, that game might've been in single digits and EJ would've done his best to keep it tight.

After two months of his crap, I'm ready o play Anrio over him. And Self is starting to agree.

Imon Yourside · 02-12-2013, 01:04 AM

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EJ with another abortion tonight. 1-6 with 4 turnovers. It's like the guy is a teachers pet, getting this special treatment. Had Ben not gone off, that game might've been in single digits and EJ would've done his best to keep it tight.

After two months of his crap, I'm ready o play Anrio over him. And Self is starting to agree.

EJ should start to heat up around tournament time, keep him fresh until then.

**Lzen** · 02-12-2013, 07:36 AM

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Tharpe can look passes off while EJ locks in and telegraphs that shit. Tharpe is quicker than shit, but EJ is a way way better defender when healthy.

Ej is a better defender, no doubt. But I think Tharpe had improved in that area over the course of the season. That may be the main reason why EJ still retains starting pg spot.

KC_Connection · 02-12-2013, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Lzen

Ej is a better defender, no doubt. But I think Tharpe had improved in that area over the course of the season. That may be the main reason why EJ still retains starting pg spot.

I doubt Tharpe shooting 26% over conference play with a poor assist/turnover ratio was helping his chances much either. If he plays like he did yesterday, though, they'll just have to live with his defense.

Imon Yourside · 02-12-2013, 01:27 PM

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I doubt Tharpe shooting 26% over conference play with a poor assist/turnover ratio was helping his chances much either. If he plays like he did yesterday, though, they'll just have to live with his defense.

His defense seemed better than Johnsons yesterday.(not counting the and one of course)

**Buehler445** · 02-12-2013, 04:12 PM

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How does Young miss so many bunnies? He's missed at least 4 inside 6 feet.

It's because he's not good. He does bring some energy and makes some good plays, but yeah. Like you with Spradling, I wish we had someone better.

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Finally gave a full effort and won easily. Funny how that works.

Also funny to think that KSU is ranked ahead of KU right now after that display.

Yeah. The energy was nice to see. About ****ing time. Hopefully they will realize that it takes confidence and intensity to win consistently and mother****ing TCU will get you if you don't.

On the ranking thing, it's so ****ed up it isn't funny. KSU being above us isn't nearly as egregious as Indiana at 1 and Puke at 2.

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Prison Bitch Rabbi Goldmann Join Date: Nov 2012 Casino cash: $5450159	EJ with another abortion tonight. 1-6 with 4 turnovers. It's like the guy is a teachers pet, getting this special treatment. Had Ben not gone off, that game might've been in single digits and EJ would've done his best to keep it tight. After two months of his crap, I'm ready o play Anrio over him. And Self is starting to agree.
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