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Post by aztecking on Oct 21, 2024 15:15:24 GMT -8
No Demarshay Johnson? Is he injured? He is seemingly never ready to play. What a waste. |
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Post by Aztecole on Oct 21, 2024 15:22:00 GMT -8
No Demarshay Johnson? Is he injured? He is seemingly never ready to play. What a waste. In this day and age of NIL, it isn't the worst thing in the world to have a 6'10" player who could give you a few minutes in an emergency, who doesn't mind sitting on the bench. If you replace him with a more capable player, the minutes shrink and players become unhappy. |
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Post by docmm on Oct 21, 2024 15:27:03 GMT -8
He is seemingly never ready to play. What a waste. In this day and age of NIL, it isn't the worst thing in the world to have a 6'10" player who could give you a few minutes in an emergency, who doesn't mind sitting on the bench. If you replace him with a more capable player, the minutes shrink and players become unhappy. I just don't have a lot of faith in a player that is willing to sit on the bench game after game after game, season after season when he could go somewhere else and actually get to see the court. I also don't have a lot of faith in someone who still shoots FTs that way after a couple D1 years. |
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Post by aztecanthony on Oct 21, 2024 16:53:59 GMT -8
In this day and age of NIL, it isn't the worst thing in the world to have a 6'10" player who could give you a few minutes in an emergency, who doesn't mind sitting on the bench. If you replace him with a more capable player, the minutes shrink and players become unhappy. I just don't have a lot of faith in a player that is willing to sit on the bench game after game after game, season after season when he could go somewhere else and actually get to see the court. I also don't have a lot of faith in someone who still shoots FTs that way after a couple D1 years. Every team needs practice players for the starters and rotation guys to practice against. He serves that purpose but how hard would it be to watch a good FT technique and then shoot a hundred per day, no excuse for that FT. |
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Post by jp92grad on Oct 21, 2024 18:21:17 GMT -8
I just don't have a lot of faith in a player that is willing to sit on the bench game after game after game, season after season when he could go somewhere else and actually get to see the court. I also don't have a lot of faith in someone who still shoots FTs that way after a couple D1 years. Every team needs practice players for the starters and rotation guys to practice against. He serves that purpose but how hard would it be to watch a good FT technique and then shoot a hundred per day, no excuse for that FT. Shaq even thinks his FT's are Terrible. |
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Post by aztecking on Oct 21, 2024 18:40:12 GMT -8
I just don't have a lot of faith in a player that is willing to sit on the bench game after game after game, season after season when he could go somewhere else and actually get to see the court. I also don't have a lot of faith in someone who still shoots FTs that way after a couple D1 years. Every team needs practice players for the starters and rotation guys to practice against. He serves that purpose but how hard would it be to watch a good FT technique and then shoot a hundred per day, no excuse for that FT. I think that’s indicative of why he isn’t any good. He doesn’t seem willing to better his technique or listen to coaches who I’m sure are trying to correct it. I’m sure that mindset affects all aspects of his game. |
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Post by sdsustoner on Oct 21, 2024 18:42:05 GMT -8
I'd go granny style if I were him
It's as effective as it looks stupid. Which is why modern players motivated by style won't use it no matter how much of an improvement it might be.
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Post by chris92065 on Oct 21, 2024 18:49:48 GMT -8
How is it a secret if everyone knows about it?
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Post by TPAztec on Oct 22, 2024 5:03:23 GMT -8
How is it a secret if everyone knows about it? No media. |
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Post by adfrank on Oct 22, 2024 7:10:25 GMT -8
I’m going to disagree with all the DJ haters. Schollies are revocable. If Dutch wasn’t getting something he wanted out of him, he’d be gone. I won’t argue with the way his FT’s look, but doubt any of us know what work he’s putting in there. He’s changed his body since he got here and provides valuable depth. We’re loaded with talented bigs this year, but it’s really nice to have a guy who seems to be improving and is a TEAM first guy with one of your scholarships. I’m not sure he won’t be productive if needed. You don’t play 13 guys in a rotation, so having DJ if you need him and having an extra tough defender with size in practice seems to me to be a good thing.
As far as judging him for not leaving, seems a bit unfair to me. We fault a guy who LOVES being an Aztec for staying? Maybe being part of this team and university means a lot to him. Maybe more than scoring 10 points a game at CSUN on a bad team would. I’m cool with that. We have a scholly open as it is. Clearly, something is working out here.
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Post by aztecking on Oct 22, 2024 7:45:55 GMT -8
I’m going to disagree with all the DJ haters. Schollies are revocable. If Dutch wasn’t getting something he wanted out of him, he’d be gone. I won’t argue with the way his FT’s look, but doubt any of us know what work he’s putting in there. He’s changed his body since he got here and provides valuable depth. We’re loaded with talented bigs this year, but it’s really nice to have a guy who seems to be improving and is a TEAM first guy with one of your scholarships. I’m not sure he won’t be productive if needed. You don’t play 13 guys in a rotation, so having DJ if you need him and having an extra tough defender with size in practice seems to me to be a good thing. As far as judging him for not leaving, seems a bit unfair to me. We fault a guy who LOVES being an Aztec for staying? Maybe being part of this team and university means a lot to him. Maybe more than scoring 10 points a game at CSUN on a bad team would. I’m cool with that. We have a scholly open as it is. Clearly, something is working out here. Has Dutcher (or Fisher for that matter) ever revoked a scholarship or asked someone to leave absent a legitimate off-court reason like that they broke a team rule? |
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Post by ignoranus on Oct 22, 2024 8:02:22 GMT -8
What is up with Majak? Is he going to be an RS, like Gwath, or will he have a chance to play? Seems like the scrimmage would have been an opportunity to get a look at him in competition.
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Post by adfrank on Oct 22, 2024 8:04:18 GMT -8
I’m going to disagree with all the DJ haters. Schollies are revocable. If Dutch wasn’t getting something he wanted out of him, he’d be gone. I won’t argue with the way his FT’s look, but doubt any of us know what work he’s putting in there. He’s changed his body since he got here and provides valuable depth. We’re loaded with talented bigs this year, but it’s really nice to have a guy who seems to be improving and is a TEAM first guy with one of your scholarships. I’m not sure he won’t be productive if needed. You don’t play 13 guys in a rotation, so having DJ if you need him and having an extra tough defender with size in practice seems to me to be a good thing. As far as judging him for not leaving, seems a bit unfair to me. We fault a guy who LOVES being an Aztec for staying? Maybe being part of this team and university means a lot to him. Maybe more than scoring 10 points a game at CSUN on a bad team would. I’m cool with that. We have a scholly open as it is. Clearly, something is working out here. Has Dutcher (or Fisher for that matter) ever revoked a scholarship or asked someone to leave absent a legitimate off-court reason like that they broke a team rule? I believe so, pretty much at least. There have definitely been guys Nudged (gently or otherwise) out the door. |
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Post by Den60 on Oct 22, 2024 8:15:32 GMT -8
What is up with Majak? Is he going to be an RS, like Gwath, or will he have a chance to play? Seems like the scrimmage would have been an opportunity to get a look at him in competition. I would think he is likely a candidate to redshirt with Jones and Heide at center. |
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Post by Den60 on Oct 22, 2024 8:16:08 GMT -8
Has Dutcher (or Fisher for that matter) ever revoked a scholarship or asked someone to leave absent a legitimate off-court reason like that they broke a team rule? I believe so, pretty much at least. There have definitely been guys Nudged (gently or otherwise) out the door. I believe he did it when he was first hired. |
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Post by docmm on Oct 22, 2024 8:24:20 GMT -8
I’m going to disagree with all the DJ haters. Schollies are revocable. If Dutch wasn’t getting something he wanted out of him, he’d be gone. I won’t argue with the way his FT’s look, but doubt any of us know what work he’s putting in there. He’s changed his body since he got here and provides valuable depth. We’re loaded with talented bigs this year, but it’s really nice to have a guy who seems to be improving and is a TEAM first guy with one of your scholarships. I’m not sure he won’t be productive if needed. You don’t play 13 guys in a rotation, so having DJ if you need him and having an extra tough defender with size in practice seems to me to be a good thing. As far as judging him for not leaving, seems a bit unfair to me. We fault a guy who LOVES being an Aztec for staying? Maybe being part of this team and university means a lot to him. Maybe more than scoring 10 points a game at CSUN on a bad team would. I’m cool with that. We have a scholly open as it is. Clearly, something is working out here. That's a bit harsh isn't it? Do you think we hate him because of the way he shoots FTs? Do you not think he might try something different? I don't think it's entirely unreasonable to expect or hope for more from a guy entering his 4th season in the program. Having a guy on your bench that's been almost unplayable isn't a feel-good story. I'm glad he loves SDSU, so do I. But in today's environment, I'd rather have someone at #13 in the roster that can contribute more. That being said, I hope he surprises all of us and shows a marked improvement this year but I'm not holding my breath. |
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Post by sdsustoner on Oct 22, 2024 8:46:51 GMT -8
I’m going to disagree with all the DJ haters. Schollies are revocable. If Dutch wasn’t getting something he wanted out of him, he’d be gone. I won’t argue with the way his FT’s look, but doubt any of us know what work he’s putting in there. He’s changed his body since he got here and provides valuable depth. We’re loaded with talented bigs this year, but it’s really nice to have a guy who seems to be improving and is a TEAM first guy with one of your scholarships. I’m not sure he won’t be productive if needed. You don’t play 13 guys in a rotation, so having DJ if you need him and having an extra tough defender with size in practice seems to me to be a good thing. As far as judging him for not leaving, seems a bit unfair to me. We fault a guy who LOVES being an Aztec for staying? Maybe being part of this team and university means a lot to him. Maybe more than scoring 10 points a game at CSUN on a bad team would. I’m cool with that. We have a scholly open as it is. Clearly, something is working out here. Has Dutcher (or Fisher for that matter) ever revoked a scholarship or asked someone to leave absent a legitimate off-court reason like that they broke a team rule? Fisher cleaned house when he first arrived Most of the Emerald 8 didn't make it. Epps was the only one who finished his career as an Aztec. The PG forgot his name quit voluntarily after playing for Fisher, and he became a soap opera star in Mexico. The rest were nudged out the door if they already weren't out by the time he arrived |
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Post by aztecking on Oct 22, 2024 8:59:19 GMT -8
Has Dutcher (or Fisher for that matter) ever revoked a scholarship or asked someone to leave absent a legitimate off-court reason like that they broke a team rule? Fisher cleaned house when he first arrived Most of the Emerald 8 didn't make it. Epps was the only one who finished his career as an Aztec. The PG forgot his name quit voluntarily after playing for Fisher, and he became a soap opera star in Mexico. The rest were nudged out the door if they already weren't out by the time he arrived I was more referring to players either of these guys brought in themselves, not ones leftover from previous coaches. |
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Post by missiontrails on Oct 22, 2024 9:21:48 GMT -8
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Post by jp92grad on Oct 22, 2024 9:25:55 GMT -8
Has Dutcher (or Fisher for that matter) ever revoked a scholarship or asked someone to leave absent a legitimate off-court reason like that they broke a team rule? Fisher cleaned house when he first arrived Most of the Emerald 8 didn't make it. Epps was the only one who finished his career as an Aztec. The PG forgot his name quit voluntarily after playing for Fisher, and he became a soap opera star in Mexico. The rest were nudged out the door if they already weren't out by the time he arrived Here you go, Flashback city baby! aztecmesa.proboards.com/thread/20991/emerald |
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