lsualum96

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Great breakdown lsualum96
Was encouraged by our paint players
Mikayla’s mid/long range game is unreal
Fulwiley needs to rein it in a bit. I like that she’s got that extra gear, but she needs to use it more judiciously.
FJ looked mediocre at times, great at times.
This team obviously won’t be a tough as nails D, so I’d like to see them take care of the ball better, much better.
I don’t know much about analytics, but I can’t imagine that was a very efficient 93 pts. That’s fine now, but will need to improve.

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I think this team will play good enough defense to beat just about every team. I don't think they'll be the type of defense that will hold teams to 60 ppg consistently, but they don't need to. Also, I thought they were pretty efficient offensively considering they shot 60% from the field and 45% from the three. But they could definitely have cut down on the turnovers tonight.

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This was a good win, but Duke had 5 losses coming in. Almost all against great opponents like South Carolina and UCLA, but losses none the less. They lost to UCLA by 30. They are coming off a loss to South Florida as well. This was our first test against a team with a heartbeat, but still plenty to clean up.

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I would agree, but they're still a good defensive team with talent, and this was on THEIR home floor. Last week South Carolina beat them 83-66 and we beat them IN Durham 93-77..................and that's with a slow start!

Things I liked..........................
-Joyner was VERY impressive on the block. THAT is the player I was expecting when she transferred in.

-Koval was doing a very good job protecting the paint. She didn't block a bunch of shots but, she altered a lot and was not very movable when she was down there.

-I LOVE Grace Knox's game! That is all

-Milaysia, looked good but had too many turnovers and too many crazy shots

-Mikaylah was on FIRE in the second half. Her jump shot is a thing of beauty

-Flau'je looked like she was trying too hard in the first half, but then got settled in the second. Then she caugh fire. She also had too many turnover though.

-Jada looks more and more comfortable. She's not spectacular like Milaysia, BUT she does NOT turn the ball over and her shot has come around.

This was the first game where I thought Zakiyah looked lost and a little overwhelmed...............................which you would expect from a freshman in a big game like this. Hopefully, she'll be fine moving forward.

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I'm not so sure Koval and Joyner can match up with Okot and Edwards, but they may not have to with the guard depth and talent we have.

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We actually have those already. They just need correct development and taught a winning scheme

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Exactly! There's no need to run out and collect a bunch of 5 star OL, if you don't have the coaches to develop them. We already have a bunch of those kids on this roster. Develop THEM first!

…………and we lost each one!!

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I didn't question her coaching ability. I don't think scheduling a couple of tough non-conference games would change that. Are you really gonna watch these boring arse blowouts? If so, you should loosen your grip... on your Mom's couch!

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In general, she does this. This season it's just one "tough non-conference game" (Duke). But usually there ARE two.

Smith is injured. That’s why she hasn’t played at Virginia as of yet.

".....................Introducing the buffoons on the bayou..."

LSU is SUPPOSED to be one of the top jobs in college football....

Man, the LSU brand is taking a beating nationally :dope: :dope:

I watched the game last night and then Kim's post game press conference. Obviously it's hard to tell how this team will perform against SEC level competition this early, considering the non-conference opponents. However, what you CAN see is that this is a VERY talented, albeit young, team. I like the upgrade at center with Koval. I LOVE the freshmen class, and Mikaylah Williams looks like she's in the best shape of her life. I can see this team making the final four, just off of what I've seen. Only time will tell, however................................................

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Excellent pickup!
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