Jeseph Posted January 8, 2020 Share Posted January 8, 2020 Another game, another "must win". Hopefully somebody tells the team.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UB05 Posted January 8, 2020 Share Posted January 8, 2020 We’re onto Miami (OH) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skrabukes Posted January 8, 2020 Share Posted January 8, 2020 I'm not going to even try to predict what might happen on Friday. All I know is that a win would go a very long way for everyone (team, coaches, fans, admin). If the team bounces back, we all will be able to be reminded that this team is capable of playing very well. If we leave Friday at 0-3, it may be a long weekend and much less filled AA next week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGBull Posted January 9, 2020 Share Posted January 9, 2020 If we lose this one, the panic button will be hit. I want to see good ball movement, more driving to the basket, improved FT, and better defense. A lot to ask for but it is possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocCas86 Posted January 9, 2020 Share Posted January 9, 2020 2 hours ago, SGBull said: If we lose this one, the panic button will be hit. I want to see good ball movement, more driving to the basket, improved FT, and better defense. A lot to ask for but it is possible. I thought the panic button had already been hit! We are all pulling for this team to turn things around. They have shown they have the talent to beat MAC caliber opponents - let's hope they come together as a team and put those skills to work and build some positive momentum starting with a win in this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
promotherobot Posted January 9, 2020 Share Posted January 9, 2020 This team can fight and win, as evidenced by the comeback victory vs Bona. I just wished they played with more coordination and forethought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DooleyBull06 Posted January 10, 2020 Share Posted January 10, 2020 We are one point favorites. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ubbulls84 Posted January 10, 2020 Share Posted January 10, 2020 (edited) Sad to say, but 3 games into Mac schedule this is a must win. We haven’t even played the top teams in conference yet. Better come out with some urgency, tired of us down 10 before the first media timeout. Edited January 10, 2020 by Ubbulls84 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocCas86 Posted January 10, 2020 Share Posted January 10, 2020 I looked at some stats this morning - they will likely show the obvious - but here goes: Offense - Our eFG% is less than 50% in 8 out of 14 DIV I games. In those games we are 3-5. In the three wins, what was crucial was our offensive rebounding and / or opponent's low eFG%/turnovers. Miami of Ohio is an average / slightly above average defensive rebounding team. We need a strong performance again tonight on the offensive glass. An added bonus will be if we are able to have eFG% above 50% - I am not an x/o guy as much as others on here, but I recall seeing suggestions to make one or more additional pass; share the ball and trust your teammates. A good development in the last two games is that we took care of the ball better. One final key will be shooting better from the free throw line. Miami of Ohio has sent opponents to FT line at an above average rate. Defense - Our opponents eFG% is above 50% in six games and our record is 2-4 in those games. Note the other two losses, our opponents eFG% was just below 50%. Again borrowing from others - play with defensive intensity / help each other out. Also, we need to improve upon forced turnover rate - last game against Ball St was lowest of season. This may be tough as Miami of Ohio has generally kept their turnovers low this year. As I said, stating obvious here, but hoping that the team can return to winning basketball with this game. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrooklynBull Posted January 10, 2020 Share Posted January 10, 2020 3 hours ago, DocCas86 said: I looked at some stats this morning - they will likely show the obvious - but here goes: Offense - Our eFG% is less than 50% in 8 out of 14 DIV I games. In those games we are 3-5. In the three wins, what was crucial was our offensive rebounding and / or opponent's low eFG%/turnovers. Miami of Ohio is an average / slightly above average defensive rebounding team. We need a strong performance again tonight on the offensive glass. An added bonus will be if we are able to have eFG% above 50% - I am not an x/o guy as much as others on here, but I recall seeing suggestions to make one or more additional pass; share the ball and trust your teammates. A good development in the last two games is that we took care of the ball better. One final key will be shooting better from the free throw line. Miami of Ohio has sent opponents to FT line at an above average rate. Defense - Our opponents eFG% is above 50% in six games and our record is 2-4 in those games. Note the other two losses, our opponents eFG% was just below 50%. Again borrowing from others - play with defensive intensity / help each other out. Also, we need to improve upon forced turnover rate - last game against Ball St was lowest of season. This may be tough as Miami of Ohio has generally kept their turnovers low this year. As I said, stating obvious here, but hoping that the team can return to winning basketball with this game. What is eFG%? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocCas86 Posted January 10, 2020 Share Posted January 10, 2020 Sorry - I thought this was a common abbreviation - effective FG percentage. Effective field goal percentage (eFG%) is a basketball statistic that complements field goal percentage by putting a player’s number of 3 point field goals into perspective. As you can see, the formula does not include FT% - so it is missing the entire picture, but gives you a measure as to how the team is shooting. Effective field goal percentage (eFG%) is calculated as: (2pt Fields Goals Made + 1.5 * 3pt Fields Goals Made) / (Total Field Goal Attempts) I actually prefer points per shot - which is eFG% * 2 - as I feel it is a little more intuitive. Here is how the Bulls did the last few years: Year Points from 2&3 Point Shots 2&3 Point Shots Points per Shot eFG% 19-20 1,013 1,000 1.013 50.7% 18-19 2,510 2,344 1.071 53.5% 17-18 2,561 2,334 1.097 54.9% 16-17 1,994 1,945 1.025 51.3% 15-16 2,093 2,096 0.999 49.9% You can see from this, that at this point, the team is shooting comparably to Nate Oats first two years. This is why the offensive rebounds, keeping turnovers low is important on offense as it helps increase number of shot attempts. You can also see why defense is a priority this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UBlearns Posted January 10, 2020 Share Posted January 10, 2020 (edited) Vegas has UB has a 1-point favorite, but Torvik (for example) has UB as a 2-point underdog. I'm not sure I'll be pressing the panic button any more than I already am if UB plays well but loses a close one, because that's the reality of where this team is right now. But another blowout loss, man, I shudder to think about what Alumni will look like on Tuesday. Edited January 10, 2020 by UBlearns typo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BullsFan14 Posted January 10, 2020 Share Posted January 10, 2020 I think the first 10 minutes of the game it will be quick to determine if we will win or not. Does the team come out flat footed after getting demolished the last two games or do they play with a chip on their shoulder? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UB85 Posted January 10, 2020 Share Posted January 10, 2020 8 minutes ago, BullsFan14 said: I think the first 10 minutes of the game it will be quick to determine if we will win or not. Does the team come out flat footed after getting demolished the last two games or do they play with a chip on their shoulder? Let's hope they come out on fire leading to a big win. However, against Bona they were flat and not good for most of the first half, then really came on. Hopefully you'll be able to see it in the eyes and tenacity of the coaches and players. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BullsFan14 Posted January 10, 2020 Share Posted January 10, 2020 2 minutes ago, UB85 said: However, against Bona they were flat and not good for most of the first half, then really came on. Completely agree. But we were coming off some victories going into Bona that I believe helped with mentality. I am not sure anyone on this team has lost two back to back MAC games. The players are in uncharted territory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squire17 Posted January 10, 2020 Share Posted January 10, 2020 UB 20.xlsxUB 20.xlsx 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrooklynBull Posted January 10, 2020 Share Posted January 10, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, BullsFan14 said: I think the first 10 minutes of the game it will be quick to determine if we will win or not. Does the team come out flat footed after getting demolished the last two games or do they play with a chip on their shoulder? Hopefully no chips on their shoulders. It may impeded their jumping ability. Edited January 10, 2020 by BrooklynBull 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BasketBull Posted January 11, 2020 Share Posted January 11, 2020 nice of Johnson to pick up two early fouls. Once again zero interior defense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UBlearns Posted January 11, 2020 Share Posted January 11, 2020 This is fucking abysmal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DooleyBull06 Posted January 11, 2020 Share Posted January 11, 2020 Wow 4 minutes in and it’s game over already. Demoralizing start. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatdudeBlume Posted January 11, 2020 Share Posted January 11, 2020 This is unreal. A must win game and already down 10 by the first media time out. This team is imploding. Gross. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BasketBull Posted January 11, 2020 Share Posted January 11, 2020 those Miami kits kick ass 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UBlearns Posted January 11, 2020 Share Posted January 11, 2020 Segu and Williams looking good early. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DooleyBull06 Posted January 11, 2020 Share Posted January 11, 2020 Well what do you know...when you play a little defense good thing a happen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UB05 Posted January 11, 2020 Share Posted January 11, 2020 (edited) 8-0 run will help quiet some of the doom and gloom around here edit: 15 Edited January 11, 2020 by UB05 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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