During the season, Oakland had 6 different players lead the
by Irishdog80 (2024-03-21 23:39:25)

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team in scoring in a game. Gohlke only led the team 5x. Balanced scoring, especially if several guys can go off in any game is what makes a team dangerous. The Irish have that potential for next season if the development we saw this season continues and a big man is found in the portal or Njie takes a major step forward. Sundra is a stretch 4 that likely needs a season of college nutrition, weight training and experience before he can be a true force.

I’m really hopeful about the gains Davis, Booth and Roper
by irishhawk49  (2024-03-21 23:48:43)     cannot delete  |  Edit  |  Return to Board  |  Ignore Poster   |   Highlight Poster  |   Reply to Post

can make with this staff on the offensive side of the ball in the off-season. Also if Burton can raise his 3-pt percentage to 40% - watch out.
Maybe we’ll find a serviceable post player in portal.

JR is also a player that could take a big step forward. *
by Irishdog80  (2024-03-22 15:38:01)     cannot delete  |  Edit  |  Return to Board  |  Ignore Poster   |   Highlight Poster  |   Reply to Post

I haven’t given up on JR. I think if he really buys into
by irishhawk49  (2024-03-22 18:13:04)     cannot delete  |  Edit  |  Return to Board  |  Ignore Poster   |   Highlight Poster  |   Reply to Post

what the staff is doing with individual skill development. His game could trend upward. One Noie article I read made it sound like JR was playing through injury at the end of the season. That would explain the drop off in PT and production from JR. He’s a helluva athlete. Let’s hope he works his ass off this off season.