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Post by rgs318 on Jan 7, 2022 21:43:25 GMT -5
Massey makes Lehigh a 4 point favorite (71-67) with a 71% chance for the win.
Lehigh is 4-11 overall. but 2-1 in the PL. Their wins were o ver American (A) and Colgate (H) before losing to Army.
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Post by DiMarz on Jan 9, 2022 10:53:13 GMT -5
Looking forward to the game...I hope to see HC continue to improve!
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Post by sader1970 on Jan 9, 2022 11:44:32 GMT -5
On the other, prediction thread, as I write this, the picks are 7 for HC and 3 for Lehigh, so it would appear that most posters believe Holy Cross is improving.
If the Crusaders can win 2 in a row, that will likely boost their confidence going forward which IMO has been lacking. I posted on the women's board that Avery LaBarbera is the Austin Butler of the ladies team providing the leadership and spark needed at critical times. Not sure we've found that person yet on the men's team.
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Post by mm67 on Jan 9, 2022 12:05:41 GMT -5
Let's hope the win over Lafayette was a small but significant confidence builder for our young lads. They have been through a lot as has our coach & his staff. One could sense the pressure they are dealing with.
They are young with little playing time together. These guys play hard. Unending criticism solves nothing. I suspect they are harder on themselves than any commentator.
They are students the age of our kids and grandkids. They are our future brother alums.
Win or lose on the court these HC young men are winners in life.
PS Now about those perennially lousy Knicks, well...
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Post by efg72 on Jan 9, 2022 12:37:47 GMT -5
On the other, prediction thread, as I write this, the picks are 7 for HC and 3 for Lehigh, so it would appear that most posters believe Holy Cross is improving. If the Crusaders can win 2 in a row, that will likely boost their confidence going forward which IMO has been lacking. I posted on the women's board that Avery LaBarbera is the Austin Butler of the ladies team providing the leadership and spark needed at critical times. Not sure we've found that person yet on the men's team. Improving but most want to sign up and touch the Ted Lasso locker room sign-BELIEVE |
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Post by WorcesterGray on Jan 9, 2022 12:38:18 GMT -5
In terms of shot selection, Lehigh will likely allow us to do what we prefer. Holy Cross takes 71% of its shots inside the arc, the 15th highest "two-point rate" in the nation. Lehigh is 358th (last) in "two-point rate" defense, permitting opponents to take 75% of their shots from two.
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Post by longsuffering on Jan 9, 2022 12:47:41 GMT -5
The men are scheduled Monday - Thursday - Sunday. The women are scheduled Wednesday - Saturday. Any particular reason for the difference? I like playing more now to have room to make up potential postponed games later.
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Post by sader1970 on Jan 9, 2022 12:50:03 GMT -5
Ahhh, another Ted Lasso fan!!  For my money, the best show in many years. So good that my free Apple+ subscription from my new iPhone that expired might have to be renewed and paid for (!!!) when Ted comes back. In a world of cynicism and negativity, a refreshing change of pace. |
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Post by efg72 on Jan 9, 2022 12:53:43 GMT -5
Amen
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Post by DiMarz on Jan 9, 2022 16:09:52 GMT -5
Massey makes Lehigh a 4 point favorite (71-67) with a 71% chance for the win. Lehigh is 4-11 overall. but 2-1 in the PL. Their wins were o ver American (A) and Colgate (H) before losing to Army. Massey has Lehigh a 61% chance of winning, projected score of 71-68.. |
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Post by rgs318 on Jan 9, 2022 17:14:55 GMT -5
See the difference a win can make.  |
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Post by efg72 on Jan 9, 2022 17:20:42 GMT -5
As I said this is more about hope and believing a turn around can happen - not a guarantee so 🤞🤞🤞our fingers that the kids can define their path forward
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Post by longsuffering on Jan 9, 2022 17:48:44 GMT -5
See the difference a win can make.  I see your "point." |
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Post by WorcesterGray on Jan 9, 2022 18:02:16 GMT -5
See the difference a win can make. Following the win, Holy Cross slipped from #348 to #349 in KenPom. |
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Post by sader1970 on Jan 9, 2022 18:14:31 GMT -5
So that's our strategy!! If you win, your ranking goes down, so it's best to lose?  |
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Post by rgs318 on Jan 9, 2022 18:22:04 GMT -5
If the rank actually meant anything, that could be true.
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Post by efg72 on Jan 9, 2022 20:02:36 GMT -5
Relax
When we win 10 games we can discuss ranking. With a win in hand we must now learn how to win two games in a row
coaches need to build this a game at a time
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Post by longsuffering on Jan 9, 2022 20:25:53 GMT -5
HC is now on pace to win six league games, for people who entered the poll.
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Post by sader1970 on Jan 9, 2022 20:38:46 GMT -5
Hmmm, 6 wins? That qualifies for:
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Post by Ray on Jan 10, 2022 9:15:00 GMT -5
This is a big game. Some positive momentum in league play is critical for this team and this program....
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Post by crusader1970 on Jan 10, 2022 12:29:00 GMT -5
If you watch the Lehigh win over Colgate, it will definitely make you a bit nervous.
They are much taller than us. 90% of the playing minutes go to players 6'4" or taller.
Nic Lynch at 6'11" is a particular problem. Doesn't jump well but is wide and has a nice touch around the hoop. Can also hit an occasional three.
The biggest issue though would be IMO their three point shooting. They shoot about 20 threes a game and there are at least 4-5 perimeter players that look very comfortable from that range.
This will be a very tough game for us. But if we bring our A game (Lafayette), especially on the defensive end, we definitely have a shot.
We bring our C game (1st half of Navy) and it will be a long sad trip back to Worcester.
Go Cross!
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Post by sader81 on Jan 10, 2022 12:37:30 GMT -5
DraftKings HC +6
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Post by hceconhist on Jan 10, 2022 17:16:57 GMT -5
This is a big game. Some positive momentum in league play is critical for this team and this program.... Especially because the competition only gets tougher as the schedule progresses. In the last 8 games of PL play, HC plays Navy (1), BU (2), Colgate (1), and Army (2). |
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For my money, the best show in many years. So good that my free Apple+ subscription from my new iPhone that expired might have to be renewed and paid for (!!!) when Ted comes back. In a world of cynicism and negativity, a refreshing change of pace. 
