Few thoughts on JO and Kris.
First JO could be special. Explosive big with natural athletic ability for his size / weight. Dunk yesterday was thunderous to say the least. But, looked tired after about 2 minutes on the court. This offseason will be huge for him - and almost be a make it or break it for his career. Why? Has a chance to dedicate himself to learning better post skills (which he really needs), conditioning, getting stronger and becoming a student of the game. Some guys benefit more from individual skill development, but he's one that needs that and game action in the summer. Finding a league or pick up games on a consistent basis will be big for him to progress. Kinda wish Garza was there to spend the entire off-season with him.
Excited about his potential. Can definitely see him being a 7-12 minute guy next year. But, long-term hope he becomes 25 minute guy. Odds this happens aren't great, but potential is absolutely there. Like many bigs, it takes time. So be patient with him. As long as desire and work ethic are there, he could be special. (I'm just not sure those things are present, no insider knowledge on that whatsoever - I'm hopeful.)
On Kris. Seems to have confidence in his shot. That's great news for Hawkeye fans. Kris is a junk yard dog like this brother - and will bring the energy. If anything Kris is more like Baer 2.0 than this brother.
We know that Keegan is a future NBA guy and first team all B1G. Probably second in scoring next year (or maybe first if CJF defers to him) once JW, Luka and JBO are gone.
First JO could be special. Explosive big with natural athletic ability for his size / weight. Dunk yesterday was thunderous to say the least. But, looked tired after about 2 minutes on the court. This offseason will be huge for him - and almost be a make it or break it for his career. Why? Has a chance to dedicate himself to learning better post skills (which he really needs), conditioning, getting stronger and becoming a student of the game. Some guys benefit more from individual skill development, but he's one that needs that and game action in the summer. Finding a league or pick up games on a consistent basis will be big for him to progress. Kinda wish Garza was there to spend the entire off-season with him.
Excited about his potential. Can definitely see him being a 7-12 minute guy next year. But, long-term hope he becomes 25 minute guy. Odds this happens aren't great, but potential is absolutely there. Like many bigs, it takes time. So be patient with him. As long as desire and work ethic are there, he could be special. (I'm just not sure those things are present, no insider knowledge on that whatsoever - I'm hopeful.)
On Kris. Seems to have confidence in his shot. That's great news for Hawkeye fans. Kris is a junk yard dog like this brother - and will bring the energy. If anything Kris is more like Baer 2.0 than this brother.
We know that Keegan is a future NBA guy and first team all B1G. Probably second in scoring next year (or maybe first if CJF defers to him) once JW, Luka and JBO are gone.
