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re: MBB Offseason '26 Transfer Portal / HS Tracker
Posted on 8/3/26 at 4:06 pm to Madking
Posted on 8/3/26 at 4:06 pm to Madking
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There isn’t a better example of irony anywhere
As usual , no response to the topical comment, just another worthless empty smarmy comment You are still a loser after all these years.
Posted on 8/3/26 at 4:06 pm to tigersbb
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I agree his teams were always high scoring. Of course if you read the comments on this board all they did was play " street ball." Even after an 87-84loss the usual chorus was heard. Victories have many fathers and defeat is but an orphan, right? Someone always needs a villain.
The 2018 team did have four future NBA players and another who was invited to a camp and had a long European career.
I'm not quite sure what this means.
You suggested that because few of the current/anticipated averaged double-figures last season that correlates into LSU likely having a low scoring team this season. I'm simply pointing out the numbers have shown Wade's teams generally tend to score a lot of points. So simply saying guys A, B, and C scored less than 10ppg last season (for another coach and another team) that means they will struggle to score under Wade seems a bit too simplistic. There are a LOT of variables that can change those numbers. Hell, Wade's best known LSU transfer, Tari Eason, went from scoring 7 ppg at Cincinnati to over double that at LSU (17 ppg)
Posted on 8/3/26 at 4:18 pm to tigersbb
People say “street ball” because they don’t know ball. The game has changed to where players are so much more athletic and long and skilled, you can do more on defense. You can switch 1-5 often times. So the offenses 20 years ago with Pick n Pop or back door cuts are practically extinct. Wade has always loved an isolation/attacking basketball philosophy.
People think Cam Thomas getting the ball on the wing and going 1v1 is street ball. Or Javonte at the top of the key. Same with Tari. But that’s finding a mismatch on the court and utilizing it.
You have to have correct spacing off of that and try to see the movement when it’s there. Marlon Taylor was elite at that. Tremont would go 1v1 and Marlon would sneak on that baseline for an alley oop. It might not be super tactical X’s and O’s but there is still a lot of nuances to it
People think Cam Thomas getting the ball on the wing and going 1v1 is street ball. Or Javonte at the top of the key. Same with Tari. But that’s finding a mismatch on the court and utilizing it.
You have to have correct spacing off of that and try to see the movement when it’s there. Marlon Taylor was elite at that. Tremont would go 1v1 and Marlon would sneak on that baseline for an alley oop. It might not be super tactical X’s and O’s but there is still a lot of nuances to it
Posted on 8/3/26 at 4:27 pm to Alt26
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I'm not quite sure what this means.
You suggested that because few of the current/anticipated averaged double-figures last season that correlates into LSU likely having a low scoring team this season.[/quot
I was responding to the comment they will play a lot of Syracuse zone which was in response to someone stating they will play four centers at one time. The fact that most of the recruits were not double digit scorers iss a valid concern, but I agree there may be relevant reasons. They may have all played roles that di dnot require them to score a lot of points, but if so its a big assumption to think they will suddenly become prolific.
I have seen the comment about how Tari Eason boosted his scoring from 7 to 17 PPG. Are there other examples of such or was this a one off? It seems the best strategy is to focus on recruiting a few bucket getters rather than assume there might be a team of Tari Eason like developments. I don't care how they get there just get enough scoring to win, whether that is outscoring teams in 80 point games or winning a bunch of defenseive dogfights.
I appreciate that you respond with legitimate points and questions and allow for respectful discussions of opposing view points.
I'm not quite sure what this means.
You suggested that because few of the current/anticipated averaged double-figures last season that correlates into LSU likely having a low scoring team this season.[/quot
I was responding to the comment they will play a lot of Syracuse zone which was in response to someone stating they will play four centers at one time. The fact that most of the recruits were not double digit scorers iss a valid concern, but I agree there may be relevant reasons. They may have all played roles that di dnot require them to score a lot of points, but if so its a big assumption to think they will suddenly become prolific.
I have seen the comment about how Tari Eason boosted his scoring from 7 to 17 PPG. Are there other examples of such or was this a one off? It seems the best strategy is to focus on recruiting a few bucket getters rather than assume there might be a team of Tari Eason like developments. I don't care how they get there just get enough scoring to win, whether that is outscoring teams in 80 point games or winning a bunch of defenseive dogfights.
I appreciate that you respond with legitimate points and questions and allow for respectful discussions of opposing view points.
This post was edited on 8/3/26 at 4:33 pm
Posted on 8/3/26 at 4:31 pm to LSUButt
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People say “street ball” because they don’t know ball.
they only say it after a loss because they are parroting what they see on this board and think it makes them look smart. Usually both teams played the same style, but one team mad a couple more baskets or got more favorable officiating.
Posted on 8/3/26 at 4:33 pm to tigersham
Not really sure what took this so long
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Sorry you can’t see the obvious. What you did was add context for everyone else besides Wade.
Posted on 8/3/26 at 5:33 pm to LSUButt
Year 1 of the Wade era we did a lot of pick and pops with waters, Epps, and Reath
I personally wanna see a drive and kick type of offense
I personally wanna see a drive and kick type of offense
Posted on 8/3/26 at 5:36 pm to tigersham
Insane he is just signing with a team. RMIII would pull off dunks or blocks and you’d say “the light has come on”…next game goes 0/1 with 1 Reb 4 fouls in 12 minutes.
Posted on 8/3/26 at 5:40 pm to LSUButt
He was never given the chance to settle into a role. He was used as a post scorer at times, at other times just a defender which his advanced metrics show he was really good at. Just never got consistent minutes outside of his first 10 or so games his freshman season. Victim of the McMahon era.
Posted on 8/3/26 at 6:12 pm to Madking
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Sorry you can’t see the obvious. What you did was add context for everyone else besides Wade.
Another empty non-response. What context ? Thus far most of them hav enot scored in douible figures at a highe rlevel of play. Some may not even be eligible. If they are hoepfully they can boost their scoring. It would be better to sign more proven scorers to round out the roster than to hope the current signees develop into big scorers. Yes, with experience they should develop, but as it stands only Bashir has proven he can ddo s, as has Luis but its not certain he will be able to play.
See, this is how you resond with real context not the arrogant conceited one liners you try to to use to mask your inadequacies.
Posted on 8/3/26 at 6:17 pm to Madking
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He was never given the chance to settle into a role. He was used as a post scorer at times, at other times just a defender which his advanced metrics show he was really good at. Just never got consistent minutes outside of his first 10 or so games his freshman season. Victim of the McMahon era.
So once again YOU inserted McMahon into the discussion. I am actually glad you did because I can point out th edevelopment of K J Williams, Mike Nwocko, Will Baker, Hunter Dean and Damion Collins under the tutelage of Coach McMahon. Certainly Robert Miller showed vast potential at times with great athleticism, but he was often in foul trouble. Maybe the problem was his inability to take good coaching and transfer it consistently on the court. There is your context. I can't wait for your off topic response.
Posted on 8/3/26 at 6:39 pm to tigersbb
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Maybe the problem was his inability to take good coaching and transfer it consistently on the court.
There was ZERO good coaching during the last four years. Seriously, not one iota.
Did we even watch the same product?
Your fervor to take up for such FAILURE is beyond bizarre.
Posted on 8/3/26 at 6:43 pm to tigersbb
Ahhh, the "tutelage" of Matt McMahon which resulted in a 17-55 record in SEC play.
Do you write your own jokes?
But, but, he had injuries and bad luck I say!!!
As if plenty of other coaches haven't lost good players over the years and CONTINUED TO WIN.
Will Wade adapts his style of play to the talent on hand, which is the ESSENCE of a good coach. The imbeciles who claim he's a poor bench coach sound ridiculous.
Almost every year, Wade has maximized the talent he had from Chattanooga all the way through LSU. One could argue his team at NC st fizzled out late, but he still showed a noticeable improvement over the year before he took over, which is a consistent trait throughout his career.
It was pretty obvious he had one foot out the door for at least the last third of the season, which most likely contributed greatly to the late season tailspin in Raleigh. And no, he's not completely blameless in that, but the dude always wanted to be at LSU under the right circumstances.
Matt McMahon flops around and gets his arse handed to him on a regular basis, and you're his biggest cheerleader.
Do you write your own jokes?
But, but, he had injuries and bad luck I say!!!
As if plenty of other coaches haven't lost good players over the years and CONTINUED TO WIN.
Will Wade adapts his style of play to the talent on hand, which is the ESSENCE of a good coach. The imbeciles who claim he's a poor bench coach sound ridiculous.
Almost every year, Wade has maximized the talent he had from Chattanooga all the way through LSU. One could argue his team at NC st fizzled out late, but he still showed a noticeable improvement over the year before he took over, which is a consistent trait throughout his career.
It was pretty obvious he had one foot out the door for at least the last third of the season, which most likely contributed greatly to the late season tailspin in Raleigh. And no, he's not completely blameless in that, but the dude always wanted to be at LSU under the right circumstances.
Matt McMahon flops around and gets his arse handed to him on a regular basis, and you're his biggest cheerleader.
Posted on 8/3/26 at 6:54 pm to tigersbb
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Another empty non-response. What context ?
Are you retarded? You posted it
Posted on 8/3/26 at 6:56 pm to tigersbb
Again double standards. Your simping for the worst coach in program history disqualifies you from these convos and again nobody was talking to you. Other people can discuss facts as facts, it’s only you who cries and melts when something you don’t like is brought up. We weren’t allowed to talk about the Wade era without you losing your shite for the last 4 years and now we can’t talk about McMahon because you behave like a spoiled child. frick off, nobody was talking to you about this.
This post was edited on 8/3/26 at 7:18 pm
Posted on 8/3/26 at 7:18 pm to tigahlovah
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Will Wade adapts his style of play to the talent on hand, which is the ESSENCE of a good coach. The imbeciles who claim he's a poor bench coach sound ridiculous.
Almost every year, Wade has maximized the talent he had from Chattanooga all the way through LSU. One could argue his team at NC st fizzled out late, but he still showed a noticeable improvement over the year before he took over, which is a consistent trait throughout his career.
At no time did I disparage Will Wade or his bench coaching. He did a great job his first tint here and hopefully will exceed those accomplishments. I believe he was horribly mistreated by the NCAA and to this date the NCAA has not proven a single violation as LSU basketball coach.
I doidn't question what happened at N C State and I really don't care.I am glad he is the coach and want great success for the program.
Th esubject being discussed was not Will Wde. I responded to a comment by one of my three favorite posters who stated that Robert Miller was a victim of Matt McMahon's coaching. I correctly pointed out the five interior players who had thrived under McMahon's coaching and each had developed their skills under his tutelage. Compare the performance of Nwoko, Collins, Baker and Dean at their prior schols with what they accomplished at LSU. KJ developed and followed his coach to LSU where he had an outstanding season. Those are facts and has nothing to do with anything else. Rob Miller often showed great potential but was inconsistent and could not avoid foul trouble. Perhaps he was not receptive to good coaching. I wonder why he did not play in the SEC tournament?
This post was edited on 8/3/26 at 7:30 pm
Posted on 8/3/26 at 7:27 pm to Madking
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Other people can discuss facts as facts, it’s only you who cries and melts when something you don’t like is brought up. We weren’t allowed to talk about the Wade era without you losing your shite for the last 4 years and now we can’t talk about McMahon because you behave like a spoiled child. frick off, nobody was talking to you about this.
I never disparaged Wade ,
Two months later and youu still have not proven one negative comment about him.I supported McMahon to the extent that there were circumstances which impacted his results. You can agree or disagree, that s fine.
You made an asinine comment that Miller was a victim of McMahon's coaching. I pointed out five other interior players who thrived under MCMahon and you were once again exposed for the empty poster that you are.
Posted on 8/3/26 at 7:30 pm to tigersbb
You’re like a person without a brain
Posted on 8/3/26 at 8:21 pm to Madking
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You’re like a person without a brain
his status as brained or not its not the topic, please try to stay on topic, its the basketball team, the roster.
This post was edited on 8/3/26 at 8:31 pm
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