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Originally Posted by BWillie
Bill sometimes overvalues certain players. He's old school, doesn't mean he's not a great coach, because he is. But he has some flaws. Earlier in the year many of us were complaining that he doesn't play Michelson enough. Michelson played great in Korea, and actually played well last year in his limited minutes. Bragg was just too young and they needed bodies.
Last year, what two players did people complain about not getting enough minutes? Unequivocally it was Cliff Alexander (you know, the guy who's in the NBA now) and Michelson. Both lead the team in PER by minute.
It's not in our imagination. Jamari Traylor and Landen Lucas SHOULD be filler minutes fodder. Guys that spell breathers, when we are in foul trouble, getting 5-14 minutes a game. I think this is why we peak in the middle of conference time, whereas many other teams peak at the end of the year because they've trusted their talent.
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I absolutely do not disagree with you or BigRedChief. I'm just saying it's been a trend over the years. Bill isn't oblivious to the fact that Bragg and Diallo are much more talented than the fodder that is Lucas and Traylor. I just think Bill uses the early season as a learning process for the young guys. I've noticed, when the freshmen are on the bench, they are on their feet and cheering and supporting the team no matter what. They all have tremendous attitudes thus far. Their time is coming. And it will make this team better. One of the best in the country.