Despite leading the conference in steals last year, Liberty REFUSED to capitalize in transition. He initiates offense without controlling it. Freshman Tommy Murr made his long awaited collegiate debut in the win. Team Previews Tier 1 1. Murr scored 1,442 in his junior year of High School. One might point to last summer’s roster overhaul and the relative inexperience as the iceberg that sunk last season’s ship. Success breeds success, as they say. Much like Florida Gulf Coast, the Hatters’ ceiling is sky high. Behind Asadullah, Murr, Johnson and a bevy of cerebral glue guys, the Bisons’ offense should soar even higher in 2021, entering year 2 of Acuff’s system installation. Even if they struggle early on, McGhee and Cuffee’s veteran presence will act as training wheels for Parker and Dobbs, as will McKay’s balanced half-court offense. No one expects Fly to recreate the ‘Dunk City’ magic circa 2015 on an annual basis. Even though the scouting report underscores Penn’s one-dimensional scoring arsenal (he simply can’t shoot), he still finds way to knife through defenses and finish with either hand. This is why Jamari Blackmon is UNA’s messiah on offense, the Lions’ primary playmaker and lone reliable shot maker from long distance. Though the offensive identity is less distinct, the aforementioned VCU comparison holds up on this end of the floor as well. In one sense, shooters and cutters are the benefactors of Bellarmine’s ping-pong passing ability. We didn’t see that one coming…. That said, don’t snooze on Tyreese Davis and Kevion Nolan, two All-Conference caliber players who sat idle last year. Both will be in contention for a starting nod, but they might have to step aside for Tommy Murr, the Bisons’ rookie sensation. Key Returners: Terrell Burden, Jamie Lewis, Armani Harris, Antonio SpencerKey Losses: Tyler Hooker, Bryson Lockley, Ugo ObinekeKey Newcomers: Chris Youngblood, Brandon Stroud, Kasen Jennings, Spencer Rodgers (JUCO), Alex Peterson (JUCO), Nate Springs*** (Ohio). This may not be the season it sticks but watch out for a few head-turning performances that foreshadow the bright future ahead. As trivial as it sounds, experience may be the dynamic that puts UNA on an upward trajectory this year. A year removed from Lipscomb’s offseason housecleaning, Liberty now faces its own roster purge. Follow Jordan Divens on Twitter. Last year, David Bell became the anchor, a 6’10 impenetrable force who, indirectly, halted the breakneck pace set by Notae the year prior. He shot the ball well from 3 and made some slick plays with the ball in his hands. Key Returners: Darius McGhee, Elijah Cuffee, Kyle RodeKey Losses: Caleb Homesley, Scottie James, Georgie Pacheco-Ortiz, Myo Baxter-BellKey Newcomers: Jonathan Jackson, Isiah Warfield, Chris Parker, Drake Dobbs. Fly regurgitated those depth and experience themes in his interview with Blue Ribbon as reason for his year 3 optimism. Per the chart below from hooplens.com, the Dolphins’ defense surrendered 0.06 fewer points per possessions with Bell on the floor last year. I’d comment on their effectiveness in the open floor, but pushing the tempo is essentially forbidden in McKay’s kingdom…. Without normalizing for those conditions, Lennie Acuff’s year 1 report card would be an unjust depiction of his true performance. On offense, Caleb Homesley’s shot making and Scottie James’ interior scoring established an enviable inside-out balance, while the supporting cast did everything else. Freshman Tommy Murr scored a season-high 12 points and Parker Hazen added 10. Escobar, Ivan Gandia-Rosa, Garrett Sams, Wajid AminuKey Newcomers: Jose Placer (UMBC), Alonde LeGrand (Detroit), Chaz Lanier, Jacob Crews, Jadyn Parker, Jonathan Aybar, Garrett Hursey. Purdue Fort Wayne transfer Chase Johnston adds a pivotal floor spacer on the perimeter, while 3-and-D wing Wheza Panzo can stretch the floor as well. The Ospreys could also destress the half court offense by relentlessly hunting transition 3s. “We are talking about 11, 12, 13, passes before a guy drives the ball,” Mack said at the time. Lipscomb signee Tommy Murr has 48 points to lead Lindsay Lane Christian Academy over New Hope - Duration: 5:23. The margin for error was already minuscule, but the festering injuries were the straws that broke the camel’s back, exposing the ugly warts of an already talent-depleted roster. Another solid in-state get for Kennesaw State as East Coweta guard Chris Youngblood (2020) commits to KSUDropped 36pts, 12reb in @HoopcircleE action last weekCondensed : https://t.co/RC9JR9mQYG@Youngbloo2Chris @Royalm44 @BigShotsEliteGA @GAKnights pic.twitter.com/HKBWbaZziC. Alongside Mo Arnold (All Rookie Team last year), Diante Wood (former Alabama transfer) and Loseni Kamara (JUCO powerhouse Indian Hills transfer), Jasick will head to battle with a deep and experienced backcourt. There’s a percolating youth movement taking hold in Kennesaw, a byproduct of Abdur-Rahim’s vaunted recruiting prowess. Inexperience always equates to inconsistency, but Pujol managed to weather the storm at pivotal moments throughout the season. The chart below from Barttorvik.com proves that the Hatters played like a top-200 team over that span, spearheaded by an unforgiving defense that ranked 114th nationally during the seven-week heater: Donnie Jones’ blueprint was exemplified in the 48-43 win over Liberty on January 25th. Tyler Hooker, Kennesaw’s only offensive hope, missed four games in the middle of the season. If all breaks right, the Eagles could shatter this Tier 2 ceiling and jockey with Lipscomb and Liberty for the ASUN title belt. Specifically, take note of the 7% variance between the 2FG% defense with Bell on the floor (44.4%) and without Bell on the floor (51.8%). Defensively, Lipscomb should benefit from a presumably healthier roster this year, augmented by a defensive specialist newcomer in Romeao Ferguson from the D-II ranks – akin to Miller and Parken Hazen, Ferguson carries the same defensive versatility gene. But, consistently churning out 15 to 20-win seasons is where Fly needs to get before he can cozy up to that beachfront view for the long-term…. Undeterred by the Flames’ decorated crop of seniors, the young Hatters gave the ASUN’s premier program a dose of their own medicine. Touted as a magnet on the recruiting trail, particularly around the Peach State, Abdur-Rahim had no time last summer to restock the talent cupboard. 97.7 ESPN 1,859 views. For now, the cynic inside me will cling to the most likely outcome, somewhere in the neighborhood of 3rd to 5th place. Lipscomb is coached by former UAH basketball Head Coach Lennie Acuff, who will begin his first season with the Bisons. Freshman of the Year: Tommy Murr, Lipscomb. Bottom Line: As savvy as Davenport is with the clipboard, it can’t be understated how vital Cook and Weyer were on both ends of the floor. Murr committed to play basketball at Lipscomb University Tuesday night. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Romeao Ferguson … Another rando just showed up to the DI party…. Corder had 15 points and eight rebounds for the Pioneers. He only blocked three shots last season in his limited time on the floor, but he’s undoubtedly a net upgrade to last year’s brittle front line. Outlook: Sandy beaches. Their collective role in this system isn’t as burdensome as other pick-n-roll, more NBA-esque schemes. There’s nothing fancy about Davenport’s offense. Lipscomb University commit broke Alabama mark in November, tops nation with 45.2 average. In essence, the Driscoll says, “we’ll let you have the latter. However, Littles’ bouncy presence in the middle doesn’t exactly produce a scarecrow-effect inside. Lindsay Lane's Tommy Murr puts up a shot in a game against Athens Bible School last season. Or has it? In his NABC coaching series seminar this summer, he emphasized that basketball is still “a guard’s game”, citing that some of his best teams in the past featured two or three point guards. Jones will often extend the zone into a full-court front, which adds another layer of complexity for A-Sun offenses to navigate. Jones hinted in Blue Ribbon that he wants to play faster this year, so Diawara won’t be left behind by a surge in pace. Outlook: Not even a Music City Miracle could’ve saved the Bisons from last year’s crash … Collectively, the Cook / Weyer co-op tore apart defenses with pristine passing and cerebral decision making – the clip below highlights one such example, where Weyer threads the needle to hit a darting cutter for an easy lay in (pardon the cut off - trust me, it falls): Without Cook and Weyer, this new look frontline will give back some size and shooting, but the Pedro Bradshaw, Ethan Claycomb and Sam DeVault trio can do damage in a variety of other ways. Passing, cutting, shooting and passing are the key ingredients. Size and strength were the Hatters’ core competencies last year, and there’s no reason they should deviate from that this season. A premier set up man, such Dallas Moore or Ivan Gandia-Rosa, is of the utmost importance in this system. Defensively, the Owls weren’t much better. Austin Peay transfer Eli Abaev is the other notable newcomer, who could create some tough lineup decisions for Fly. Three lackluster seasons in a row from 2017-2019 slowly nudged UNF to the back burner, but the Ospreys relished as a pseudo ‘underdog’ last season, overshadowed by the Liberty and Lipscomb buzz. In that sense, KJ Johnson is the perfect archetype at the 1. Under Abdur-Rahim’s rule, it’s a playmaker’s paradise on offense. The 6’8 workhorse is a crafty scorer around the block, though not as explosive vertically as Rainwater or Rivers. However, the point guard position still remains a mystery. Samford, Troy, Belmont, Missouri State, and Lipscomb were among the schools in to see him. Balmy temperatures. Murr made his announcement on … The 2019 meteoric rise to mid-major stardom could only shine so bright for so long. Here’s a crazy stat: Per hoop-math.com, only 10% of Liberty’s shots last season came in transition, the lowest rate in the country. Escobar, Ivan Gandia-Rosa, Garrett Sams and Wajid Aminu clips precious feathers off the Ospreys’ wings. Offensively, he’ll be the marked man on opposing scouting reports. SB Nation is the largest independent sports media brand, consisting of SBNation.com, MMAFighting.com and over 300 fan-centric team communities. Johnson carries Lipscomb over Freed-Hardeman 93-72 . Tommy Murr (14) Guard - HIGH SCHOOL A legend in the state of Alabama, Murr attended Lindsay Lane Tommy Murr - 2020-21 - Men's Basketball - Lipscomb University Skip To Main Content Those don’t fall on Fly. Key Returners: Rob Perry, Christiaan Jones, Mahamadou Diawara, Joel KabimbaKey Losses: Jahlil Rawley, Kenny Aninye* Key Newcomers: Chase Johnston (Purdue Fort Wayne), Josh Smith. He especially excels in transition, an avenue the Owls largely ignored last season while stubbornly banging their heads against the wall trying to score in the half court. To help smooth the offensive transition without Gandia-Rosa’s steady hand at the wheel, UNF has two options. A foot fracture stunted Armani Harris’ sneaky ascension into full-time starter just 9 games into the season. Rainwater and Rivers (who I’m officially dubbing ‘the Waterworks Crew’) are two of the top shot blockers in the league. There are certainly worse places to coach college basketball than Fort Myers, Florida, Michael Fly’s home since 2010.
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