Craig and I decided not to record a podcast this week as there was little pertinent analysis to provide. Shown below are comments I would make in regards to last week's game and tomorrow's contest
Ark State Game Notes
1) Nelson dominated game from start to finish. Cajuns could not stop him driving to rim, keep him off the glass, or attack the basket without him protecting it. He had 21 rebounds to Cajuns 24 overall. Also, 30 pts/2 blocks
2) Kobe Julien had poor game, perhaps due to nerves. His tough night had little impact on out come.
3) Officials lost control of game. Coach Z felt we were disrespected and was tossed. Mo had decent offensive game for us.
USA Game
1) Cajuns could not solve Jags zone. Hit a few threes but after being down 16 to 2, game never in doubt
2) Turned it over a few times trying to get it in middle of zone. Tried to get it too close to basket. Needed to get ball near free throw line more frequently. White scored in that scenario.
3) Did OK stopping 3’s but poor at defending rim. Jags hit
18 of 27 2 point shots. Ormiston and Dunning had good games for Jags as predicted
ULM Game
Contest is tomorrow night at 7:30. A victory allows Cajuns to play ODU Wednesday night at 7:30. Malik Willis, (No. 13) is the top inside guy and Tyrese Watson (No. 10) is their best guard. They have a limited bench and rarely play more than 7 guys. Their advantage against the Cajuns the first 2 games was their inside play. Rebounding may be key to game. Cajuns 3 guard offense with Thomas, Wright, and Garnett starting is something which may be new for the Warhawks to see.
Hopefully the season continues after tomorrow night. We all recognize the tough task beyond that. We also recognize the focus is moving to speculation on who our new head coach will be. In the event, we hire an assistant from a major program, an announcement could occur withing days after our season ends.