2022-23 Terps Basketball

[Jagwar]

Wow... the Terps have given up two TDs and two 2-pt conversions and haven't scored yet. And unfortunately it's basketball not football

This is a totally different team than the one I watched in November

[SemperFi]

21 hours ago, Jagwar said:

Wow... the Terps have given up two TDs and two 2-pt conversions and haven't scored yet. And unfortunately it's basketball not football

This is a totally different team than the one I watched in November

The end product is unwatchable.  There are a ton of reasons why this is a dysfunctional offensive team but to be unable to muster 18 points in three consecutive games against decent (not cupcakes) is distressing.  I want to give Willard the benefit of doubt but to run a 4 and 1 motion with this roster (lack of outside shooting) and stay with it is head scratching.  I didn't see them play yesterday but to only score two 2 point FG's in the first half against TN, and now 13 points  was mind blowing.  I know their offense is predicating upon stretching the floor not to adjust bearing in mind their defense is predicated upon pressure after a bucket-again confusing. 

I am really starting to believe MD football and basketball have played themselves into irrelevancy.  The telling point for me was the viewership numbers after the TN game, MD women outdrew the men-but frankly it is a much more watchable product.

[Jagwar]

4 hours ago, SemperFi said:

The end product is unwatchable.  There are a ton of reasons why this is a dysfunctional offensive team but to be unable to muster 18 points in three consecutive games against decent (not cupcakes) is distressing.  I want to give Willard the benefit of doubt but to run a 4 and 1 motion with this roster (lack of outside shooting) and stay with it is head scratching.  I didn't see them play yesterday but to only score two 2 point FG's in the first half against TN, and now 13 points  was mind blowing.  I know their offense is predicating upon stretching the floor not to adjust bearing in mind their defense is predicated upon pressure after a bucket-again confusing. 

I am really starting to believe MD football and basketball have played themselves into irrelevancy.  The telling point for me was the viewership numbers after the TN game, MD women outdrew the men-but frankly it is a much more watchable product.

I'm willing to give Willard much more time, perhaps recruit a class or two before sounding any alarm. But it sure is disappointing to feel like (once again) we already know the Terps will not be dancing  

[Finisher]

On 1/2/2023 at 7:02 PM, Jagwar said:

But it sure is disappointing to feel like (once again) we already know the Terps will not be dancing  

Not so fast there buddy. 3 straight wins at home, including a convincing one over 21 ranked Indiana. Would think with their remaining schedule, they're in.

Just a different team at home. Maybe it goes back to the ball thing.

[Jagwar]

45 minutes ago, Finisher said:

Not so fast there buddy. 3 straight wins at home, including a convincing one over 21 ranked Indiana. Would think with their remaining schedule, they're in.

Just a different team at home. Maybe it goes back to the ball thing.

No.... you hold on there buddy. 

My comment was certainly valid on Jan 2. They were playing like crap, and I'm glad that they have turned things around. 

[Jagwar]

And... they go to Michigan State and go down 15-0 to start the game

EDIT: They've played good defense and pulled even at 38-38. Good to see them fight back. 

Edited February 8, 2023 by Jagwar

[Tony-OH]

Terps lost tonight but they played tough just couldn't hit water if they fell out of the boat from the 3-point line.

This team is so much better coached but Izzo outcoached Willard a bit the last minute if the game allowing clank Reese to be open so they could foul him and put him on the free throw line. A bit of a knucklehead moment for Young allowed his man to be open after they did such a great job of covering on the inbounds late then Young missed a FT that he needs to knock down.

Disappointing to not being able to go the road to win, but this team has been a terrible road team all year. When you catch a Michigan St down a bit you have to take advantage, but unfortunately they came out flat (down 15-0) then weren't up to the task when the pressure was on late.

The future is not this year and we'll need a few seasons to see whether it's a Williard preparation issue with the poor road play of this team (ice cold start is inexcusable besides the moment just being too big for his players or poor game preparation), but I love Williard's offense. 

 

[Finisher]

Problem is they're losing everyone after this season so gonna have to reload.

This team would be very legit but just awful on the road and really poor from three. I wish they'd just stop taking so many damn threes as when they're off they're just doomed. Hard to believe they clawed back going 3 for 22 on 3s.

Feel like they're way more enjoyable than Turgeon teams so can't really complain.

[Tony-OH]

On 2/8/2023 at 1:21 PM, Finisher said:

Problem is they're losing everyone after this season so gonna have to reload.

This team would be very legit but just awful on the road and really poor from three. I wish they'd just stop taking so many damn threes as when they're off they're just doomed. Hard to believe they clawed back going 3 for 22 on 3s.

Feel like they're way more enjoyable than Turgeon teams so can't really complain.

This is where I'm at honestly. It's a more fun team to watch because they are not a turnover machine and tend to make pretty good decisions.

Julian Reese should come back, right? I think they have a decent recruiting class coming in, and I would imagine they should get some guys in the portal because playing time will be available.

[AnythingO's]

They have 3, 4-Star players so far and are in the running for a 4-5 Star center (6-10, 245) with a 50-50 shot last I read. While the PG is a senior he could come back for another year per COVID rules, Hart as well I believe but who knows. They are more fun to watch play.

[Jagwar]

10 hours ago, AnythingO's said:

They have 3, 4-Star players so far and are in the running for a 4-5 Star center (6-10, 245) with a 50-50 shot last I read. While the PG is a senior he could come back for another year per COVID rules, Hart as well I believe but who knows. They are more fun to watch play.

I wouldn't be surprised to see them pick up a transfer or two as well. 

[Hallas]

This Terps Purdue game is a doozy.

[Mooreisbetter27]

20 minutes ago, Hallas said:

This Terps Purdue game is a doozy.

Terps outright dominated them in the second half. Great to see!

[Tony-OH]

Really nice win against Northwestern yesterday. Best I've seen them shoot the ball all year. It really is amazing how well this team this plays at home and how bad on the road.

[Tony-OH]

I have really never seen such a bipolar team as MD when it comes to home and away. I don't know if it's a poor away routine by Williard, a group of players that have issues flying, or just players who can't handle away crowds. I've never seen anything like it honestly.

This team is a sweet 16 team at home and AAU level team on the road. At this point, no use even watching them when they are on the road. They are awful there.