HARVARDDADGRAD
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11-17-17 11:38 AM - Post#236774
In response to HARVARDDADGRAD
Unfortunately, Holy Cross has Harvard's number. As feared, Benson wreaked havoc defensively, thwarting Bryce's ability to take over the game ala UMass. Harvard continues to miss bunnies, although it rebounded well (40 to 27). Interior defense allowed Holy Cross to drive the lane and finish, permitting Holy Cross to shoot 59% in the first half.
Despite all that, and despite Holy Cross' crazy good shooting and Harvard's poor shooting, Harvard almost won. Unless Harvard hits the three's (8 for 29) expect teams to stay with a zone.
On the positive side, Seth Towns scored 24 and had 10 rebounds in only 26 minutes (foul trouble). Best news was the emergence of freshman Danilo Djuricic. The 6'8" forward is known for his long range shooting (3 treys). He is also showing a good nose for the ball and good hands, grabbing 7 rebounds and blocking 5 shots. I still like Corey Johnson, but Danilo provides a different dimension in defense and rebounding. With Johnson, Djuricic, Towns and Aiken, the three's should rain.
Hopefully, with Chris Egi's return, Djuricic, Baker and Towns will help Lewis protect the rim and grab rebounds. Unfortunately, Henry Welsh isn't yet the answer. Also, there are very few guards who can make Bryce work as hard as he had to last night.
Unless this squad hits three's, the St. Mary's game could be rough.
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