Virginia vs Iowa State These two could not have more of a contrast in style of play, with Virginia slowing tempo and Iowa State looking to increase it. Virginia’s ability to slow the game down to the pace they want is from their defensive prowess. Being able to control the game from a defensive standpoint allows…
NCAA Tournament – Midwest Region Preview
The Midwest region is loaded with some great #XsOs and great coaches. Michigan State, Virginia, and Iowa State are all top 10 efficient offenses, and add Purdue, Gonzaga, Butler, Utah & Texas Tech and you have half of the teams in the top 30 in half court efficiency (KenPom Rankings). The fascinating part is that every team…
FastDraw #PlayOTD – Michigan State SLOB Twist Slip
Play of the Day – Big 10 Tournament – Michigan State SLOB Twist Slip Michigan State called this set as the last play of the first half against Purdue in the Big 10 Tournament Championship. On the down-screen, both defenders moved up leaving an opening for 4 to slip to the rim. In the game…
Michigan State Down Screens
Michigan State (#2 seed, Midwest Region) is making their customary push into March led by player-of-the year candidate Denzel Valentine. But Valentine is not the only weapon Tom Izzo has at his disposal. Sharpshooting guard Bryn Forbes (14.4 ppg, .484 3P%) has been scorching the nets of late. The Spartans often set down screens to free…
FastDraw #PlayOTD – Purdue Elbow Slip
Play of the Day – Big 10 Tournament – Purdue Elbow Slip Purdue used this play in the Big 10 Tournament against Michigan State and got a big dunk. The play looks like it is going to be a staggered ball-screen up top but the first screener senses the defenders pressuring up and slips into…