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Originally Posted by bearcat jeff
I would start Deberry and Clark and bring Ellis off the bench because he can play the 4 or 5. You can't have all three in at the same time because you're simply too thin on the front line right now.
I'd consider starting Morman at the 2. I think he's earned some playing time and he's aggressive toward the basket. Don't know what has happened to his ft shooting though.
This game will be very hard played and if we lose the rebounding battle again we will lose the game. Rebounds and turnovers will decide this. I think it'll be a great game. Just not sure this team has what it takes to win a rivalry game in their hearts right now, but I can't go against the Cats and for X. I think UC wins 66-62.
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I like the idea of Ellis off the bench for the reason you mentioned of being able to sub in at the 4 or 5. He could quickly spell either in the event Clark or DeBerry picks up a quick foul. One thing to watch is Deberry's minutes since stamina wise he's good in stretches but needs rest. DeBerry's strength could hopefully help wear Stainbrook out, like a boxer landing body blows early and seeing the results later in the fight.
Caupain, Cobb, and Johnson (or some combination of them) need to step up and create chances. X doesn't defend the 3 point line well. It would be a nice game for Cobb to get hot.
X always has some unexpected player have the game of his life against us. We need that for the Cats this year and maybe Sanders or Shaq can deliver it.