MBB Game 1 SUNY Old Westbury, Nov. 4 (Mon) 5 PM

[Wags]

It's funny that with the win, the ranking on Ken Pom reduced about 20 spots from the 160's to the 180's.

Makes sense though when you beat a D-III team and some others are beating other D-I teams. Rankings don't mean too much in November.

[triplec2195]

Although it hasn't been mentioned it's worth bringing it up as to why T.J. Gadsden only played 9 minutes without scoring in the 1st half and didn't come back in the game?? Anybody have any info.?

[dutchPride86]

It's funny that with the win, the ranking on Ken Pom reduced about 20 spots from the 160's to the 180's.

Makes sense though when you beat a D-III team and some others are beating other D-I teams. Rankings don't mean too much in November.

Only beating a D3 school by 27 at home probably tracks closer to a loss for kenpoms computer model than anything.

Was also wondering about why Gadsden didnt play more, esp in the context of their lack of size and that the 3 guards all still played 30 mins (which is honestly pretty disappointing that they needed to but get the growing pains with this roster).

I think biggest CAA takeaway around the league yesterday for me was Chris Mack unleashing Brzovic for 36 min, and he responded dropping 27 pts, 9 reb, and 4 ast (against a real D1 team too). Charleston is going to beat up most of the conference if they're getting that kid of production out of him.

[thepride23]

Sideline Sammy - Hofstra - going big-time and moving courtside this year - Hofstra's Spike Lee - and Speedys Deputy on the other side court

I saw this! Was sitting near him and was happy to see it. He was coaching them when they were on defense in the second half. "Hands up, hands up!"

We'll see how this plays out, but seeing this new roster in person for the first time, I'm a little concerned about their size and physicality. They generally looked physically smaller (shorter and thinner) than what HU has had in the past and what they've faced in the CAA in the past - I mean, even at the guard positions - aside from up front with Sunday, which we already knew (but he doesn't actually throw his weight around in the paint on a consistent basis) and Decady. Something to keep an eye on in CAA play but I also obviously haven't seen the size that other CAA team have with their new rosters. Can't take much away from a game against a D-III team, but if last night was any indication, Aranguren, Davis, and Sanders could be a nice trio and Decady has some potential up front.

Here's a story on last night's game if anyone's interested:
https://www.nysportsday.com/2024/11/05/ ... ening-win/

Can someone educate me on Sideine Sammy?


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[cactus]

Sideline Sammy - Hofstra - going big-time and moving courtside this year - Hofstra's Spike Lee - and Speedys Deputy on the other side court

I saw this! Was sitting near him and was happy to see it. He was coaching them when they were on defense in the second half. "Hands up, hands up!"

We'll see how this plays out, but seeing this new roster in person for the first time, I'm a little concerned about their size and physicality. They generally looked physically smaller (shorter and thinner) than what HU has had in the past and what they've faced in the CAA in the past - I mean, even at the guard positions - aside from up front with Sunday, which we already knew (but he doesn't actually throw his weight around in the paint on a consistent basis) and Decady. Something to keep an eye on in CAA play but I also obviously haven't seen the size that other CAA team have with their new rosters. Can't take much away from a game against a D-III team, but if last night was any indication, Aranguren, Davis, and Sanders could be a nice trio and Decady has some potential up front.

Here's a story on last night's game if anyone's interested:
https://www.nysportsday.com/2024/11/05/ ... ening-win/

Can someone educate me on Sideine Sammy?


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He's a good dude. Speedy's close friend and (arguably...) the loudest hofstra fan at the games.

[cactus]

Not only Aranguren but super smooth PG Davis who was also very quick and who had 8 assists along with his 19 points without a turnover in 29 minutes. Sanders looking good in this game with 15 points all from 3 point land and as advertised Decady getting 22 minutes and scoring 11 points along with 5 rebounds and a block. We may have a freshman who's going to contribute but have to remind ourselves this was against a D-3 team. I thought Robinson once again not impressing at the PG and taking bad 3 point shots going 0-5. Somehow though he had 10 points and 10 rebounds. We'll need to play better much better against Iona.

Agree with a lot here

NEWCOMERS

Stared - 5 newbies - all transfers - Aranguren-Davis-Sanders-Graham-Gadsen
Aranguren - looked levelheaded and steady - and made good shot selection and was our best player last night
Davis - smooth - nice stroke -
Sanders - weird shot - not athletic looking - but had some good number
* what impressed me about these three - was how they moved the ball -all giving up decent shot opportunities - to give another a better look
DeCady - hustled all night - will be a work in progress

VETS

All off the bench
Robinson - looked bigger (slightly) and more confident - takes bad shots - played good D
Plotnikov - off night - seemed to give some energy - also was the recipient of many a Speedy glare
Sunday - my predicted starter - looked completely uninterested in the game and only saw the court in the 2nd half
Parnell - looks athletic and nailed his first shot - nice size moved well

We will the Ultimate in Guards We Trust - I think all our key guys came into college basketball recruited as point guards - Arangruen/Davis/Robinson/Plotnikov (yes he was) and Parnell (maybe not Sanders) - so hopefully moving the ball around will help us get open looks - rebounding and getting to the basket and drawing fouls might be issues - 3 and D

Last Years Keys - moving on

Carlos - Syracuse - starting and getting real minutes in their opener - against upstate rival/powerhouse LeMoyne -'Cuse wins in a squeaker
Dubar - Tennessee - out with personal situation - DNP
Barrouk (SHU) and Tomasco (Temple) - teams squared off against each other in their teams' openers - neither contributed much
Sideline Sammy - Hofstra - going big-time and moving courtside this year - Hofstra's Spike Lee - and Speedys Deputy on the other side court

Big fan of what I've seen of Decady so far. Would love to see him playing alongside Graham (best rebounder they've had since Rok, but he's more athletic and has better instincts)

Hoping for better shot selection from Sanders and Robinson.

[Captain]

I know injuries are a state secret but does anyone know if Farmer or (anybody else) is injured?
Thanks

[triplec2195]

I know injuries are a state secret but does anyone know if Farmer or (anybody else) is injured?
Thanks

Good point. I was just thinking about how nobody brought up why neither Farmer or Lopez got any minutes in this game? Need to find this out tonite if possible.

[Wags]

I saw this! Was sitting near him and was happy to see it. He was coaching them when they were on defense in the second half. "Hands up, hands up!"

We'll see how this plays out, but seeing this new roster in person for the first time, I'm a little concerned about their size and physicality. They generally looked physically smaller (shorter and thinner) than what HU has had in the past and what they've faced in the CAA in the past - I mean, even at the guard positions - aside from up front with Sunday, which we already knew (but he doesn't actually throw his weight around in the paint on a consistent basis) and Decady. Something to keep an eye on in CAA play but I also obviously haven't seen the size that other CAA team have with their new rosters. Can't take much away from a game against a D-III team, but if last night was any indication, Aranguren, Davis, and Sanders could be a nice trio and Decady has some potential up front.

Here's a story on last night's game if anyone's interested:
https://www.nysportsday.com/2024/11/05/ ... ening-win/

Can someone educate me on Sideine Sammy?


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He's a good dude. Speedy's close friend and (arguably...) the loudest hofstra fan at the games.

https://x.com/sammartin1728/status/1856043720019234992

[triplec2195]

I see him around the Pride Club he's a super friendly guy!