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College hoops is about to get into full swing, and I for one am excited. While I have skipped over on making other preview posts like the NFL or NBA, I will give you my official guide to NCAA hoops. While some may disagree with my assessments, I don’t give a rat’s ass. In this post we will cover teams I like and don't like for various reasons. Identify Final Four teams, over/underrated, and my All American Candidates.
Here is my list of All Americans, unconventional and sometimes a little bit stoopid, but I do not care.
Chris Paul- As a Sophomore he is already a complete player. Coming into college he was full of hype and he has not disappointed. I think he is a better shooter than most realize and as his decision making improves he will become one of the best PG ever in the ACC.
Ray Felton- The old school Point Guard who thinks dish first. I think his scoring will be up this year and he could easily lead the nation in assists. He will be perfect for Roy Williams up tempo style they should tire teams out and lead to a 30 win season.
Kennedy Winston- I absolutely love Winston’s game. I think he is the most underrated player in the country. He is poised to have a huge year this year. He is skilled in all facsets of the game, he can score from anywhere on the floor and does it with such ease.
Hakim Warrick- He is nothing short of spectacular all over the court. I love his versatility and he plays so well in big games. He can rebound and block shots as well as anyone in the country. He has good range and he is unstoppable going to the hoop.
Ryan Gomes- I thought this guy was the second best player in the country last year. I still feel he is underrated. He will lead Providence to great heights this season with his exceptional scoring and rebounding ability.
Here are some of my underrated players. Gerry McNamara (Syracuse), Mario Moore (Vanderbilt), Sean Banks (Memphis), Paul Davis (Michigan State), Joey Graham (Oklahoma State), Carl Krauser (Pittsburgh), Craig Smith (Boston College), Travis Diener (Marquette), Andrew Bogut (Utah), Mustaffa Shakur (Arizona) and Cahrlie Viilenuava (UConn).
Here are some of my overrated players. Lawrence Roberts (Mississippi St.) Francisco Garcia (Louisville), Julius Hodge (NC State), Chris Thomas (Notre Dame), Luke Schencheser (Georgia Tech), Shelden Williams (Duke), David Lee (Florida), Keith Langford (Kansas), and Ronny Turiaf (Gonzaga).
Teams I think are overrated:
Texas- I don’t know why I just don’t like the make-up of this team. PJ Tucker is a good player but I am not in love with the overall talent on this club.
Maryland- I think John Gilchrest is okay and Nick Caner-Medley is good for a whitey, but I do not think they can compete day in and day out in the ACC this year.
Tennessee- They have all the talent to be a tournament team and they should be. However, I think they have the worst coach in America, he is only a coach at an SEC school because he stroked off Michael Jordan in college.
Washington- I am not a huge fan of Nate Robinson and I do not think they have a great deal of depth. They do plat in a so-so conference so they will get into the Big Dance.
Georgia Tech- They are like that Super Bowl team every year that sneaks up and makes it to the big game and next year they have everyone back and they suck. For reference see NY Giants, Atlanta Falcons, and Carolina Panthers. (or for you hoops junkies see the Wisconsin Badgers, Utah Utes, and Ohio State Buckeyes).
Team I think are Underrated:
South Carolina- Yes this is a personal pick. We were scoffed at last year and showed people and this year we have one of the most athletic teams I have ever seen. Plus our shooting should be much improved (if we TAKE better shots).
Alabama- Along with Winston this team brings back 3 other starters. They lost their point guard, but red shirted two 6’11 guys last season, and you can’t teach height.
Oklahoma- Again a personal pick. They should be healthy and with the return of All Big 12 player Kevin Bookout and JUCO All American Taj Gray they should be devastating inside.
My Final Four Possibilties:
Syracuse- Marvelously talented team, Boheim has one the big one and so have Warrick, Forth, and McNamara.
Kansas- Roy Williams always recruited Final Four talent, and the four seniors (Simien, Langford, Miles, & Lee) give them all the experience they need
Duke- Again a team with all the talent, if Daniel Ewing ever becomes the player he should be they could raise the trophy in St. Louis
Illinois- They have the best backcourt in the country, and the injury to Brian Randle may be a blessing because he will be fresh come March.
North Carolina- Great PG and great scorer and a coach who can get there, would be extra special to win one with the Alma Mater
Wake Forest- Talent is deep and they can beat you in all kinds of ways, if they can defend regularly they will be there in the end
Michigan State- I love this team and their Coach can really get the most ouyt of his players.
Alabama & Florida -are my surprise Final Four caliber teams. I think they have all the talent and experience needed to get their. I feel both these coach’s are feeling some pressure to take their programs to that elite level.
My picks are: Kansas, Michigan State, Illinois, and Syracuse. Rematch of the 2003 title game this time Kansas takes down the ‘Cuse.
Here is my list of All Americans, unconventional and sometimes a little bit stoopid, but I do not care.
Chris Paul- As a Sophomore he is already a complete player. Coming into college he was full of hype and he has not disappointed. I think he is a better shooter than most realize and as his decision making improves he will become one of the best PG ever in the ACC.
Ray Felton- The old school Point Guard who thinks dish first. I think his scoring will be up this year and he could easily lead the nation in assists. He will be perfect for Roy Williams up tempo style they should tire teams out and lead to a 30 win season.
Kennedy Winston- I absolutely love Winston’s game. I think he is the most underrated player in the country. He is poised to have a huge year this year. He is skilled in all facsets of the game, he can score from anywhere on the floor and does it with such ease.
Hakim Warrick- He is nothing short of spectacular all over the court. I love his versatility and he plays so well in big games. He can rebound and block shots as well as anyone in the country. He has good range and he is unstoppable going to the hoop.
Ryan Gomes- I thought this guy was the second best player in the country last year. I still feel he is underrated. He will lead Providence to great heights this season with his exceptional scoring and rebounding ability.
Here are some of my underrated players. Gerry McNamara (Syracuse), Mario Moore (Vanderbilt), Sean Banks (Memphis), Paul Davis (Michigan State), Joey Graham (Oklahoma State), Carl Krauser (Pittsburgh), Craig Smith (Boston College), Travis Diener (Marquette), Andrew Bogut (Utah), Mustaffa Shakur (Arizona) and Cahrlie Viilenuava (UConn).
Here are some of my overrated players. Lawrence Roberts (Mississippi St.) Francisco Garcia (Louisville), Julius Hodge (NC State), Chris Thomas (Notre Dame), Luke Schencheser (Georgia Tech), Shelden Williams (Duke), David Lee (Florida), Keith Langford (Kansas), and Ronny Turiaf (Gonzaga).
Teams I think are overrated:
Texas- I don’t know why I just don’t like the make-up of this team. PJ Tucker is a good player but I am not in love with the overall talent on this club.
Maryland- I think John Gilchrest is okay and Nick Caner-Medley is good for a whitey, but I do not think they can compete day in and day out in the ACC this year.
Tennessee- They have all the talent to be a tournament team and they should be. However, I think they have the worst coach in America, he is only a coach at an SEC school because he stroked off Michael Jordan in college.
Washington- I am not a huge fan of Nate Robinson and I do not think they have a great deal of depth. They do plat in a so-so conference so they will get into the Big Dance.
Georgia Tech- They are like that Super Bowl team every year that sneaks up and makes it to the big game and next year they have everyone back and they suck. For reference see NY Giants, Atlanta Falcons, and Carolina Panthers. (or for you hoops junkies see the Wisconsin Badgers, Utah Utes, and Ohio State Buckeyes).
Team I think are Underrated:
South Carolina- Yes this is a personal pick. We were scoffed at last year and showed people and this year we have one of the most athletic teams I have ever seen. Plus our shooting should be much improved (if we TAKE better shots).
Alabama- Along with Winston this team brings back 3 other starters. They lost their point guard, but red shirted two 6’11 guys last season, and you can’t teach height.
Oklahoma- Again a personal pick. They should be healthy and with the return of All Big 12 player Kevin Bookout and JUCO All American Taj Gray they should be devastating inside.
My Final Four Possibilties:
Syracuse- Marvelously talented team, Boheim has one the big one and so have Warrick, Forth, and McNamara.
Kansas- Roy Williams always recruited Final Four talent, and the four seniors (Simien, Langford, Miles, & Lee) give them all the experience they need
Duke- Again a team with all the talent, if Daniel Ewing ever becomes the player he should be they could raise the trophy in St. Louis
Illinois- They have the best backcourt in the country, and the injury to Brian Randle may be a blessing because he will be fresh come March.
North Carolina- Great PG and great scorer and a coach who can get there, would be extra special to win one with the Alma Mater
Wake Forest- Talent is deep and they can beat you in all kinds of ways, if they can defend regularly they will be there in the end
Michigan State- I love this team and their Coach can really get the most ouyt of his players.
Alabama & Florida -are my surprise Final Four caliber teams. I think they have all the talent and experience needed to get their. I feel both these coach’s are feeling some pressure to take their programs to that elite level.
My picks are: Kansas, Michigan State, Illinois, and Syracuse. Rematch of the 2003 title game this time Kansas takes down the ‘Cuse.
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