- I took my time, but here's my big prediction. We see more of what happened in the Notre Dame game. I don't think you ever see Georges playing point forward like Royce White, bringing the ball up the court, but I definitely think we'll see more high post with the option for Niang to hand off, dish to the cutter, pass outside, cut himself or turnaround and pop. And I think it's going to be beautiful. Who will guard it? Big guys could take away his shot, maybe his move to the basket, but if ISU can get movement like I think they'll be able to, Niang will have three other options every handle. It might be difficult to get him the ball in a zone, but then ISU can just rain threes. With this type of offense, they could be very, very difficult to stop. It'll mean a little slower pace likely, and less points, but a very entertaining half-court set. I can't wait.
BIG PREDICTIONS
If good season, another 23-11.
If great season, 26-9.
(Don't laugh. At least five games went screwy this year, and the last one could have meant more wins)
Numbers based
- Ejim only 2nd team all Big 12 (maybe some more on this later)
- Niang borderline all big 12 third team (I hope/expect more but we'll see)
Hunch based
- Monte Morris on all big 12 rookie team (I think Fred has something going here)
- Ejim - not scholar-athlete of the year again, but he should be. I can't imagine the amount of reading and writing necessary for a History degree. I don't care if he got it online or got help or whatever, it has to be a lot of work
- ISU finishes 3rd in the Big 12 - validating Fred's pay. 7 seed in NCAA. Fred wins two to make it to Sweet Sixteen.
If great season scenario - ISU competes with KU for regular season and tournament championship. Gets a 3 seed. If 3 seed, Elite Eight.
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