Are they the team that missed their first 9 shots to start the game? Or who turned a 28 point blow out into a 13 point deficit in the third quarter?
Are they the team who erupted for a 49 point second quarter? Shot 19-28. Second most scored in a single quarter in franchise history?
There didn’t seem like much of a talent drop off from anybody in the first 11 or 12 guys. Fizdale preached conditioning and playing with effort and having a connection with your teammates.
Knits impacted the game defensively. Rained a smooth three and juked Prince with a nasty crossover as he took it to the rim.
I credit Vonleh and Super Mario for setting the tone. Mario made a concerted effort to set up people, he forced a few turnovers with active hands, rained a 3 himself and had a sweet dish to Vonleh. Mr. Umass was tough and physical... This good the team going and the crowd going.
Timmy and Burke were electric. Kanter his usual bull-like self. Trier super smooth. Dunk of the year!!!
It’s only 1 game... it was against ATL... but... we witnessed history tonight. Team was motivated and well-coached and competed hard. Young and full of potential. Sum greater than the parts.