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Tuesday, December 04, 2007

Finally Some Real Competition

I don’t know about you, but I’m getting fired up for tomorrow night’s game against Syracuse.
This is going to be Virginia’s first real test at home this season. After non-competitive games with the likes of Vermont, Howard and Drexel, it will be fun to see how UVa players can do against players at a much higher skill level.
The point guard matchup should be fun to watch. Syracuse has a stud freshman in Jonny Flynn. Flynn has had some great games this season, but let’s see how he does against All-ACC guard Sean Singletary, a much more experienced player.
I’ll also be anxious to see if Singletary can cut down on his turnovers and play a little smarter. So far this year, his numbers have been pretty good, but he’s forced things and been out of control on many occasions (particularly in the Philly Classic).
Since Syracuse plays mainly zone, you know the Cavs are probably going to jack up a lot of 3-pointers. But to be successful, I think they’re going to need to drive more to the basket, get to the free-throw line and also get some points from their big men.

Posted by Whitey Reid on 12/04 at 10:52 PM
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Monday, December 03, 2007

Sammy Z Hurtin

For those who may have missed it, I reported in Monday’s editions of the newspaper that Virginia freshman Sammy Zeglinski hasn’t been at 100 percent due to an ankle injury.
Personally, I think it’s a bummer that Sammy Z may not ever be at full strength this season. I was really looking forward to seeing him be a big part of the team. I think he’s the only true point guard on the roster.
When healthy, I think he can play a little like Phoenix Suns star Steve Nash. Pass-first point guards are so rare right now.
When you think about it, it’s pretty amazing that Sammy Z has handed out 13 assists this season in just 52 minutes of playing time. That’s the third highest total on the team!
Sean Singletary and Calvin Baker can do a bunch of good things, but I don’t think they can make other players better the way Sammy Z has the potential to.
Maybe he can get the ankle better as the season goes. Virginia has a pretty light schedule in December.

Posted by Whitey Reid on 12/03 at 10:56 PM
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