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Post by zonebuster on Mar 23, 2023 7:24:54 GMT -6
I definitely saw some improvement, but less than I was hoping for. His frosh year he was 100% left-handed. He obviously worked on his right hand around the basket last summer. He didn't make as many right-handed shots as you would like to see and needs to continue to improve. Also, coming off his impressive frosh year he saw double teams his entire soph season. He got better at passing out of those double teams.
He still needs to add to his offensive arsenal. Baby hooks with either hand should be developed. Needs to be able to face his opponent and knock down 10-12 footers. I would not bet against his continued improvement.
I'm still so bummed that he is leaving!
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Post by cardsfan606 on Mar 23, 2023 9:29:38 GMT -6
While yes, seeing dream shakes and up and unders every game would be a very nice addition to his game… even just right handed hook shots. I’m not disappointed in one bit this year as he made all second team and damn near average to double double. He’s the best true big we’ve had since Jarrod Jones.
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Mar 23, 2023 12:44:34 GMT -6
Post by david75bsu on Mar 23, 2023 12:44:34 GMT -6
While yes, seeing dream shakes and up and unders every game would be a very nice addition to his game… even just right handed hook shots. I’m not disappointed in one bit this year as he made all second team and damn near average to double double. He’s the best true big we’ve had since Jarrod Jones. and, when he was not in the game the other team were very successful against us! |
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Mar 23, 2023 12:53:45 GMT -6
Post by williamtsherman on Mar 23, 2023 12:53:45 GMT -6
While yes, seeing dream shakes and up and unders every game would be a very nice addition to his game… even just right handed hook shots. I’m not disappointed in one bit this year as he made all second team and damn near average to double double. He’s the best true big we’ve had since Jarrod Jones. Haven't though about Jarrod Jones in long time. But I would DEFINITELY take Sparks over Jones. |
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Post by cardfan on Mar 23, 2023 13:36:11 GMT -6
While yes, seeing dream shakes and up and unders every game would be a very nice addition to his game… even just right handed hook shots. I’m not disappointed in one bit this year as he made all second team and damn near average to double double. He’s the best true big we’ve had since Jarrod Jones. Haven't though about Jarrod Jones in long time. But I would DEFINITELY take Sparks over Jones. Every day. Charlie Coles said Jones could be MAC POY if he would PLAY. But Jarrod took many plays/games off..... |
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Post by reevo on Mar 23, 2023 15:12:27 GMT -6
Haven't though about Jarrod Jones in long time. But I would DEFINITELY take Sparks over Jones. Every day. Charlie Coles said Jones could be MAC POY if he would PLAY. But Jarrod took many plays/games off..... Jones had the same demeanor as his coach. Too bad as he was as talented as anyone to play for us. No motor and toughness. Unbelievable skills but just no sense of urgency. |
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Mar 27, 2023 9:01:35 GMT -6
Post by 00hmh on Mar 27, 2023 9:01:35 GMT -6
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Mar 27, 2023 9:16:58 GMT -6
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Post by cardfan on Mar 27, 2023 9:16:58 GMT -6
Makes it sound like he always wanted to play there, which doesn’t match other things he’s said but whatever. If iu wants him I’d say it’s a done deal. |
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Post by yorgz on Mar 27, 2023 9:24:28 GMT -6
Makes it sound like he always wanted to play there, which doesn’t match other things he’s said but whatever. If iu wants him I’d say it’s a done deal. As an IU fan im not sure this helps the team other than sparks being a serviceable big off the bench |
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Post by 00hmh on Mar 27, 2023 10:07:58 GMT -6
Makes it sound like he always wanted to play there, which doesn’t match other things he’s said but whatever. If iu wants him I’d say it’s a done deal. As an IU fan im not sure this helps the team other than sparks being a serviceable big off the bench With what IU is losing this year they will have to change how they play. You don't replace a big like they are losing. |
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Mar 27, 2023 19:22:41 GMT -6
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Post by zonebuster on Mar 27, 2023 19:22:41 GMT -6
Makes it sound like he always wanted to play there, which doesn’t match other things he’s said but whatever. If iu wants him I’d say it’s a done deal. Spent some time reading the IU fans’ reactions to Sparks visit. The general vibe is they are disappointed if he signs. They want Woodson to set his sights higher. Also, most only see Sparks as a backup getting maybe 15 minutes per game. If he goes there I hope he proves them wrong. Wherever he goes, he will need a big summer of skill development to ensure a bigger role at a P5 school. |
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Mar 27, 2023 19:30:57 GMT -6
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Post by 00hmh on Mar 27, 2023 19:30:57 GMT -6
IU fans expect another national POY candidate...
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Post by reevo on Mar 27, 2023 19:39:21 GMT -6
It was very apparent in the tournament that IU needs to get more athletic. If anyone is paying attention, the teams that are left are crazy athletic and long. Just don’t see Sparks as a fit at IU. He would be a better fit at Purdue because of his ability to pass out of the high post. We shall see.
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Mar 27, 2023 19:50:15 GMT -6
Post by cardfan on Mar 27, 2023 19:50:15 GMT -6
It was very apparent in the tournament that IU needs to get more athletic. If anyone is paying attention, the teams that are left are crazy athletic and long. Just don’t see Sparks as a fit at IU. He would be a better fit at Purdue because of his ability to pass out of the high post. We shall see. I was thinking the same about PU. |
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Mar 27, 2023 21:40:00 GMT -6
Post by redbirdman on Mar 27, 2023 21:40:00 GMT -6
Sparks will see limited time on court at IU under Woodson.
I saw Jones play against Arizona in Tucson & that game he was just as good as Arizona's big men. No doubt he was playing his best.
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