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RE: CollegeHoopsNet Preview - Drake #56

DUlawdog — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 18:46:53 GMT

Given everything that has happened since the end of last season, I'd take 3rd in the valley. I mean, I'm hoping for a return to the NCAA's, but I wouldn't complain with a 3rd place finish and NIT appearance. I'm getting excited about the season!!

RE: CollegeHoopsNet Preview - Drake #56

Mc Bulldog — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 20:44:01 GMT

Big Bull is correct .. Gordon - dish it out but can't take it. WOW!

RE: CollegeHoopsNet Preview - Drake #56

Gordon Gottschalk — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 14:52:16 GMT

Mecha_Bulldog (9/26/2008)

[quote]Gordon Gottschalk (9/26/2008)Mecha, where did they pick us for the Valley?

Do you realize that in the time it took you to type that, you could've clicked on the link and read for yourself?

That preview has a few small factual errors, but it's a decent analysis. He knows the important parts of what's gone from last year, and who needs to fill those holes.[/quote]

I was looking at it from work and they have some of the sites locked out. Sorry to cause you such consternation.

RE: CollegeHoopsNet Preview - Drake #56

Mecha_Bulldog — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 12:45:14 GMT

Gordon Gottschalk (9/26/2008)Mecha, where did they pick us for the Valley?

RE: CollegeHoopsNet Preview - Drake #56

Gordon Gottschalk — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 12:02:37 GMT

DUBulldog (9/26/2008)

[quote]Gordon Gottschalk (9/26/2008)

Mecha, where did they pick us for the Valley?

3rd[/quote]

Bustards. We'll finish 10th for sure.

RE: CollegeHoopsNet Preview - Drake #56

DUBulldog — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 12:00:12 GMT

Gordon Gottschalk (9/26/2008)

Mecha, where did they pick us for the Valley?

3rd

RE: CollegeHoopsNet Preview - Drake #56

Gordon Gottschalk — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 11:49:18 GMT

6'8" Korver????? That would make Bucky 7'3". How tall is he anyway? The Urban Legend a better rebounder than Korver? That would be awesome!

The comments about Heemskerk staying out of foul trouble are dead on and the need to have a steady point. Josh P brings more athleticism that AE, the key will be whether he stays under control and distibutes the ball. Mecha, where did they pick us for the Valley?

CollegeHoopsNet Preview - Drake #56

Mecha_Bulldog — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 10:57:49 GMT

http://www.collegehoopsnet.com/200809-drake-basketball-preview-56-102206

Final Projection: Last year it was basically four guards and Jonathan Cox. That worked with the 6-8 Korver playing at the four spot, but can the 6-5 Templeton play there? He is a better rebounder than Korver, but his size might make the team a little too small. Either way, Cox will be on the floor after averaging 12.3 points and 8.5 rebounds last season. Brent Heemskerk could start beside Cox. The 6-8 senior is a good scorer in the paint and will grab plenty of rebounds and block plenty of shots. His minutes were limited last year and some of that is due to his knack for picking up fouls. If Heemskerk does play 25 or 30 minutes per game, he will have to learn to stay out of foul trouble. No matter who starts and at what position, Drake has talent and options. The most important position is at point guard. Nobody will be like Emmenecker, but somebody needs to at least be a consistent ball handler or the magic of Drake will end as quickly as it began.