Dominick Nelson has committed to Iowa State.
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I agree except he’s jumping up a couple of levels and he will see stronger defenders in the Big 12.
I don't care what conference he is coming from, if you get awarded Conference Player of the Year that's a huge accomplishment. To my recollection, from all other successful transfers we've had none have come with that recognition or even 1st team all conference
He was talking about body transformation in that example, not shooting.
I was frustrated that TJ said they coached Gilbert to finish at the rim. His body was breaking down, he wasn't getting calls, and he didn't develop a floater or midrange shot. Lipsey needs to develop the same thing instead of throwing his body around at the rim and getting hurt.
Do you realize you can raise your % 5 pts. By making 1 more shot out of 20. Just shot selection will usually do that..
That was in reference to the total body makeover Georges did going into his senior year, not his skills enhancement.
Loved his comment on why he picked Iowa State—“They go after dogs.”
We don't know what kind of coaching on his shot he has had. But, if the mechanics have been bad from the beginning, it's difficult to see major changes. But, little things like jumping straight up, squaring up with the basket, etc. can make a shot more consistent. Hoiberg was the poster child for squaring up and being on balance when he shot.
Found this interview with Dominick during his season at UVU. Got a laugh in his answer to the question about cold Utah weather at around 4:30. Good interview, sounds like a pretty mature and grounded kid.
I can definitely see the comparisons to Gilbert. But he look a good 3" taller and finishes stronger in paint and has a decent mid-range shot in highlights. Also see some concern about his 3pt shooting. In looking at his 2023/24 stats at Polk JCC he shot 31.6% from three on 98 attempts. So the concern is warranted, but gives some hope he can hit a high rate of kick-out 3's.
Interview
I can definitely see the comparisons to Gilbert. But he look a good 3" taller and finishes stronger in paint and has a decent mid-range shot in highlights. Also see some concern about his 3pt shooting. In looking at his 2023/24 stats at Polk JCC he shot 31.6% from three on 98 attempts. So the concern is warranted, but gives some hope he can hit a high rate of kick-out 3's.
Interview
Yes, I do understand the math. But thanks.
Do most players who jump up to a much tougher level of competition achieve that jump?
Yeah, and Niang has been the butt of jokes and discussion about his uh, unique physique for over a decade now throughout his college and NBA career. It’s a helluva lot easier to achieve that total body makeover when you start from a different place than most all college basketball players.
Does Nelson even need one? He looks good in the highlights I’ve seen.
Dawg you've been on this board for 24 years, averaging about 1 post a year and this is what you decided to waste it on? Lol I accidentally posted in the wrong thread and was too lazy to delete and re-post.
I think this is a great addition - all things considered. If he can defend and is a slasher, I am thrilled.
