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Its the lack of a true post presence, I think. Although Aluma was a finesse
big man, he defended very well and had a variety of moves to score around the basket.
His abilities affected teammates too. His defense meant we didn't have to hedge and help as much on the inside. His offense allowed us to more effectively spread the floor. He was also an exceptional passer at that position so could kick it back out for the open man. We aren't getting as many good looks this year because we don't have that inside ability.
Thread Replies (11)
It Just Seems We Are Not As Good As a Month Ago...Why?
-- vtchem75
Jan 19, 2023 at 09:59 AM ET
vtchem75
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01/19/23 09:59 AM ET
We're playing better competition and Hunter Cattoor out**
-- Hokeedokee
Jan 20, 2023 at 07:34 PM ET
Hokeedokee
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01/20/23 07:34 PM ET
lack of depth, lack of athleticism
-- hokieton
Jan 19, 2023 at 12:46 PM ET
hokieton
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01/19/23 12:46 PM ET
Lots of film out showing we struggle vs physical, close D.**
-- hokie77
Jan 19, 2023 at 11:11 AM ET
hokie77
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01/19/23 11:11 AM ET
yep...pressing d + sloppy handling**
-- VT757to276
Jan 19, 2023 at 11:28 AM ET
VT757to276
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01/19/23 11:28 AM ET
We played crappy teams a month ago like every year. **
-- JackDSML
Jan 19, 2023 at 10:31 AM ET
JackDSML
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01/19/23 10:31 AM ET
Not entirely true - Charleston, PSU, OkSt and Dayton are good competition**
-- VictoryTurkey
Jan 19, 2023 at 01:20 PM ET
VictoryTurkey
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01/19/23 01:20 PM ET
Hoops seasons eb and flow...teams get better and get worse
-- reece4vt
Jan 19, 2023 at 10:20 AM ET
reece4vt
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01/19/23 10:20 AM ET
Its the lack of a true post presence, I think. Although Aluma was a finesse
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-- goodbadugly
Jan 19, 2023 at 10:06 AM ET
goodbadugly
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01/19/23 10:06 AM ET
Mutts is good but can't carry the load by himself. **
-- TomTurkey
Jan 19, 2023 at 10:15 AM ET
TomTurkey
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01/19/23 10:15 AM ET
I had hoped that Mutts could step up a bit more
-- VT ChemE 1986
Jan 19, 2023 at 10:21 AM ET
VT ChemE 1986
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01/19/23 10:21 AM ET