Good point. I fully respect John Candy for attempting to eat the 96er.They won't go anywhere. Being on the court with us will be a badge of honor, because we are Iowa State.
We should probably cut Lipsey since he's 3 inches shorter than the next shortest guy.6 guys 6'7" and taller. Probably the tallest team I can think of at ISU. And quality height.
The lineup of Lipsey / Gilbert / Watson / Jefferson / Jackson will likely be the best defensive lineup we've ever put on the floor.
We won't struggle with our offense next year in the half-court. I'll be disappointed if we don't score every time we have the ball. Sure, we'll miss some shots. But we should be able to get all the offensive rebounds.Better defensive lineup than with Ward and King out there this year? Not sure; I hope you're right!! Just watching the highlights though of these players and having watched Ward all year, I know Ward has better bounce than either Jefferson or Jackson and was a better shot blocker. He made that come from behind or straight up block on many occasions where it started a fast break or led to a great stop. That's huge for an offense like ours that could struggle in the half-court to get in transition off a shot block.
But, if you're right and it is a better defensive lineup, WOW! Just seems like hype and recency of the commitment is taking people to another level like it does when we sign a new player.
Does anyone actually have footage of Jefferson and Jackson playing D? Would love to see it as multiple press have said Jefferson's defense is legit and that's awesome to hear, but I'd love to watch myself.
Regardless, sounds like a great pick-up!!
We need precog scheduling. We can schedule the Top 14 first, then play those who take their places. Just have to be able to predict all future rankings perfectly--piece of cake. O...drop the Hawkeyes, because they won't be sniffing Top 15.But when we beat them all by 50 points they won't be top 15 teams any longer.
I'm not sure if Jefferson/Jackson can be better defensively than our frontcourt last year, but it will be close, if not better, and probably a step up offensively.Better defensive lineup than with Ward and King out there this year? Not sure; I hope you're right!! Just watching the highlights though of these players and having watched Ward all year, I know Ward has better bounce than either Jefferson or Jackson and was a better shot blocker. He made that come from behind or straight up block on many occasions where it started a fast break or led to a great stop. That's huge for an offense like ours that could struggle in the half-court to get in transition off a shot block.
But, if you're right and it is a better defensive lineup, WOW! Just seems like hype and recency of the commitment is taking people to another level like it does when we sign a new player.
Does anyone actually have footage of Jefferson and Jackson playing D? Would love to see it as multiple press have said Jefferson's defense is legit and that's awesome to hear, but I'd love to watch myself.
Regardless, sounds like a great pick-up!!
I like it. Just give Tom Cruise a call and hook me up to the e-meter.We need precog scheduling. We can schedule the Top 14 first, then play those who take their places. Just have to be able to predict all future rankings perfectly--piece of cake. O...drop the Hawkeyes, because they won't be sniffing Top 15.
Better defensive lineup than with Ward and King out there this year? Not sure; I hope you're right!! Just watching the highlights though of these players and having watched Ward all year, I know Ward has better bounce than either Jefferson or Jackson and was a better shot blocker. He made that come from behind or straight up block on many occasions where it started a fast break or led to a great stop. That's huge for an offense like ours that could struggle in the half-court to get in transition off a shot block.
But, if you're right and it is a better defensive lineup, WOW! Just seems like hype and recency of the commitment is taking people to another level like it does when we sign a new player.
Does anyone actually have footage of Jefferson and Jackson playing D? Would love to see it as multiple press have said Jefferson's defense is legit and that's awesome to hear, but I'd love to watch myself.
Regardless, sounds like a great pick-up!!
I really liked Hadley and Kyle - I think they have potential to be great players - but I can definitely see how Jefferson is the best fit.Much preferred Jefferson to Hadley. Much better fit and need.
Really exactly what the doctor ordered.
Hadley always seemed like an odd fit on the ISU roster. I thought he would've added talented depth on the team, but in crowded role.I really liked Hadley and Kyle - I think they have potential to be great players - but I can definitely see how Jefferson is the best fit.
I'd say our roster is pretty much perfect. I wouldn't change a thing if I could.I really liked Hadley and Kyle - I think they have potential to be great players - but I can definitely see how Jefferson is the best fit.
Much better fit than Hadley or Kyle! He's already committed to playing defense, the toughest hurdle for coaches to get players to do. Also a much better offensive player than any of the bigs we lost. Hopefully, his knee will heal fully.High level passer for a power forward. Hopefully JJ can continue to improve his shot. This is a home run!