re: Basketball: LSU 80, Marquette 81 | Final | Next: vs. NC State, Tues 4:30 PM

I don't know what's wrong with the team and rebounding. Rebounding is mostly about effort and hustle. Too often our guys just stand there or make weak attempts at the ball. I know JJ has said he is drilling this into their heads, but it just looks like it isn't sinking in. Rebounds = opportunities. Malone is a waste of a scholarship. Gray still can't control himself. The half court "offense" is a complete joke. That can't be what the coaches are asking them to do. I really hope Hornsby and Victor being out doesn't hurt us too much early on. I knew missing Keith would suck, but without his steady hand and consistent ppg, the team often looks lost if it isn't a fast break. Once LSU fields a complete, healthy team, I think they'll be really good. But right now there is too much basic stuff that needs to be cleaned up before we can call that squad a contender.