Worst basketball team since

[Pride85]

I agree. Seniors don’t do things like that

They do when thrust into the limelight. He has put so much pressure on himself because he feels the pressure of being “ the man”. Not everyone can handle the responsibility or pressure that goes with it.

 

[bleedingTNorange]

Right, that’s kind of my point. If your going to pay a guy top 5 money you expect Him to Run the program like the big boys run there’s, no excuse for a division 2 type roster this far into his tenure here.

Division 2 type roster yet we are 2-2 in a P5 conference? Interesting take.

 

[UT's#1Fan]

I'm sure you are fishing for a reaction but I'll take it as an opportunity to remind us that Uros has not played in a game since HIGH SCHOOL two years ago. And by his own admission he was nervous. I would put ZERO stock in any assessment made about his basketball abilities in the Georgia game last night. I thought he showed good fundamentals when posting up (granted his jump hook will come in time). He's probably never going to be fast or quick enough to stop guard penetration especially once its past him. So we really need to relax on Uros. Nkamhoua to me seems to still be learning about the game and how he fits into the scheme. Those guys will take time although I did think the effort last night was no where near the effort we general see from a CRB coached team. I think we will get better this season but only time will tell.

Not fishing... just stating facts. You can tell he's just not very good aside from being 7' tall which of course you can't coach. I point to play in the game when he ended up with a loose ball or maybe a offensive rebound... point it he got the ball somewhat unexpectedly and the defender was in bad position and Uros looked like he had no clue what to do with such an open opportunity. Eventually he decided to lay it up off the backboard for 2 points but you could tell it took him waaaay too long to make such an easy, and quite frankly, instinctual basketball move. Could that have been nerves, i guess but come on man, you're supposedly an SEC caliber athlete and you struggle with such routine offensive putback?

 

[1985Vols]

A tournament is the same thing as playoffs. lol

lol

 

[LeannaVol]

Not fishing... just stating facts. You can tell he's just not very good aside from being 7' tall which of course you can't coach. I point to play in the game when he ended up with a loose ball or maybe a offensive rebound... point it he got the ball somewhat unexpectedly and the defender was in bad position and Uros looked like he had no clue what to do with such an open opportunity. Eventually he decided to lay it up off the backboard for 2 points but you could tell it took him waaaay too long to make such an easy, and quite frankly, instinctual basketball move. Could that have been nerves, i guess but come on man, you're supposedly an SEC caliber athlete and you struggle with such routine offensive putback?

Not fishing... just stating facts. You can tell he's just not very good aside from being 7' tall which of course you can't coach. I point to play in the game when he ended up with a loose ball or maybe a offensive rebound... point it he got the ball somewhat unexpectedly and the defender was in bad position and Uros looked like he had no clue what to do with such an open opportunity. Eventually he decided to lay it up off the backboard for 2 points but you could tell it took him waaaay too long to make such an easy, and quite frankly, instinctual basketball move. Could that have been nerves, i guess but come on man, you're supposedly an SEC caliber athlete and you struggle with such routine offensive putback?

So just to be clear you are criticizing him for the way he scored two points. He got the ball and scored but he hesitated. So you criticize him. Keep in mind he didn't miss it. But because he hesitated. A kid that hasn't played basketball in two years. And had been on the court a couple of minutes at that point. Just think about that a bit

 

[Lefteye]

So just to be clear you are criticizing him for the way he scored two points. He got the ball and scored but he hesitated. So you criticize him. Keep in mind he didn't miss it. But because he hesitated. A kid that hasn't played basketball in two years. And had been on the court a couple of minutes at that point. Just think about that a bit

Lol was thinking about he same thing. Sometimes I wonder how much of the UT basketball games some posters even watch. Cause it’s obvious they don’t watch much beyond what they see during a UT game. Imo
Uros didn’t do anything to brag about but he also didn’t do anything to make anybody with clue think he isn’t/can’t be SEC caliber.

 

[VolGee4]

Lol was thinking about he same thing. Sometimes I wonder how much of the UT basketball games some posters even watch. Cause it’s obvious they don’t watch much beyond what they see during a UT game. Imo
Uros didn’t do anything to brag about but he also didn’t do anything to make anybody with clue think he isn’t/can’t be SEC caliber.

I wonder about this is in every sport. People were complaining about Chaney not running in the redzone in the bowl game. Yes, the first series was all passes. But after that, he ran with Gray and Chandler, and it just didn't result in first downs. Not sure who actually watches the games.

 

[Lefteye]

I wonder about this is in every sport. People were complaining about Chaney not running in the redzone in the bowl game. Yes, the first series was all passes. But after that, he ran with Gray and Chandler, and it just didn't result in first downs. Not sure who actually watches the games.

I’d like to think it’s just selective memory to support an initial reaction. But my gut says they turn they channel cause what their seeing doesn’t please them. And that is of course perfectly fine. I just wish they weren’t so vocal voicing their displeasure when they couldn’t be bothered to watch the whole thing and form a knowledgeable opinion.

 

[VolGee4]

Possibly if they underperform based on expectations. How do you feel about last seasons team that has 4 players in the NBA now? Think they should have made it past the Sweet 16? Sometimes being a realist hurts.

I love when being a "realist" thrown around. If you have to say it, then....

If those 4 were lottery picks, then I guess I would understand. Duke had picks 1, 3, and 10 and made it to the EE. UK had 12, 13, and 29 and made it to the EE. UNC had picks 7, 11, and 25 and lost in the SS. Gonzaga had picks 9 and 21 and made it to the EE. We had picks 22, 42, and 57 and made it to SS with a foul from EE. If you know the NBA, you know that 1st round is all that is really guaranteed and lottery picks are clearly head and shoulders above the rest. AS, Bone, and Alexander are all on two way contracts, and Alexander has basically played 6-8 years of basketball his whole life. But, people don't care to do that research.

 

[UT's#1Fan]

So just to be clear you are criticizing him for the way he scored two points. He got the ball and scored but he hesitated. So you criticize him. Keep in mind he didn't miss it. But because he hesitated. A kid that hasn't played basketball in two years. And had been on the court a couple of minutes at that point. Just think about that a bit

You either got it or you don't. He doesn't. I see you're trying to devalue my take due the perceived insignificance of the 2 point outcome. I would argue that's why my take is so valid. The guy looked lost on a simple play. clearly my opinion is derived from other factors which includes front ended and air balling 3 foot hook shots, not protecting the ball down low and turning the ball over, getting driven to the rim and scored on multiple times by a 5'-8" tall freshman, etc. He played like a player who rides the pine for 39 minutes and gets mop up time at the end of blowout games. Def. not worth the hype and unless Barns develops him in a similar fashion the way he transformed Kyle Alexander who at once too was horrible.

 

[LeannaVol]

You either got it or you don't. He doesn't. I see you're trying to devalue my take due the perceived insignificance of the 2 point outcome. I would argue that's why my take is so valid. The guy looked lost on a simple play. clearly my opinion is derived from other factors which includes front ended and air balling 3 foot hook shots, not protecting the ball down low and turning the ball over, getting driven to the rim and scored on multiple times by a 5'-8" tall freshman, etc. He played like a player who rides the pine for 39 minutes and gets mop up time at the end of blowout games. Def. not worth the hype and unless Barns develops him in a similar fashion the way he transformed Kyle Alexander who at once too was horrible.

It's true I am devaluing your take but it is due to the significance of the outcome. He scored. That's the whole goal. If you can tell he doesn't have it based on this sample size you are an incredible judge of talent. I suggest you offer your services to rivals or an NBA team. At least give the kid a few games before you write him off. He may never be a fleet footed speed demon but he is 7 ft tall of plenty of slow 7 footers have made big impacts on the college and pro games.

 

[UT's#1Fan]

It's true I am devaluing your take but it is due to the significance of the outcome. He scored. That's the whole goal. If you can tell he doesn't have it based on this sample size you are an incredible judge of talent. I suggest you offer your services to rivals or an NBA team. At least give the kid a few games before you write him off. He may never be a fleet footed speed demon but he is 7 ft tall of plenty of slow 7 footers have made big impacts on the college and pro games.

Time will prove me right, sir.

 

[calban]

Not fishing... just stating facts. You can tell he's just not very good aside from being 7' tall which of course you can't coach. I point to play in the game when he ended up with a loose ball or maybe a offensive rebound... point it he got the ball somewhat unexpectedly and the defender was in bad position and Uros looked like he had no clue what to do with such an open opportunity. Eventually he decided to lay it up off the backboard for 2 points but you could tell it took him waaaay too long to make such an easy, and quite frankly, instinctual basketball move. Could that have been nerves, i guess but come on man, you're supposedly an SEC caliber athlete and you struggle with such routine offensive putback?

Wow. You can tell all this from 17 minutes of play and one shot attempt. You should change your profession and join the ranks of the basketball scouts who can't even pick 60 players as of yet for the combine. they need your expertise.

 

[UT's#1Fan]

Wow. You can tell all this from 17 minutes of play and one shot attempt. You should change your profession and join the ranks of the basketball scouts who can't even pick 60 players as of yet for the combine. they need your expertise.

You'll see my friend.

 

[Lefteye]

You'll see my friend.

We’ll see... chances are you won’t

 

[BowlBrother85]

Not fishing... just stating facts. You can tell he's just not very good aside from being 7' tall which of course you can't coach. I point to play in the game when he ended up with a loose ball or maybe a offensive rebound... point it he got the ball somewhat unexpectedly and the defender was in bad position and Uros looked like he had no clue what to do with such an open opportunity. Eventually he decided to lay it up off the backboard for 2 points but you could tell it took him waaaay too long to make such an easy, and quite frankly, instinctual basketball move. Could that have been nerves, i guess but come on man, you're supposedly an SEC caliber athlete and you struggle with such routine offensive putback?

The negative feedback you're getting is justified. At the very least, this post was being highly judgmental of a very limited sample size of playing time.

 

[cardvolfan]

Not fishing... just stating facts. You can tell he's just not very good aside from being 7' tall which of course you can't coach. I point to play in the game when he ended up with a loose ball or maybe a offensive rebound... point it he got the ball somewhat unexpectedly and the defender was in bad position and Uros looked like he had no clue what to do with such an open opportunity. Eventually he decided to lay it up off the backboard for 2 points but you could tell it took him waaaay too long to make such an easy, and quite frankly, instinctual basketball move. Could that have been nerves, i guess but come on man, you're supposedly an SEC caliber athlete and you struggle with such routine offensive putback?

Anyone would have some rust after not playing for nearly 2 years. Also, really great players have their moments, because we're all human. If you expected him to be flawless, then you might want to lower your expectations. If you expect perfection, then prepare to continue to be dissatisfied.

 

[amaralfan1]

Sure we look bad, but this is far from the worst we've been. In fact defensively, we're giving up the least amount of points per game since the 1968-1969 season. I'm shocked few people seem to remember 93-94 when we went 5-22. The problem this year is a lack of anyone who can go inside and score. For as bad as Uros looked earlier this week, I have a feeling he is going to have some big games this year. That hook shot will start falling a lot more often.

 

[pharmDvol11]

Wasn’t really meant to be an argument But just my opinion. I’ve been watching UT BB for almost 50 years and this years team, after Turner went out, is once of the most brutal teams to watch that I can remember. I’ve seen some of the worst shots, missed layups, turnovers, etc... that I have in a long time. Name me one thing they do excel at fundamentally? Name me one ” go to” player that we can consistently count on. Are they young and experienced, of course they are. I get all that. Again, I was stating my opinion that this team is not very good. They’ll be lucky to go .500 and all of you all will be screaming as well. Wait until they hit the gauntlet of their schedule in Feb- March.

Where do I start? The team not being very good and lucky to go .500 is a completely different argument than calling them as bad as a Wade Houston team... just want to make sure that you know why everybody is pushing back against you

 

[JoAllan]

No matter how bad this season ends......at least now days we still get a participation trophy.........don’t we?

 

[orangemadam]

A little confused.

Does a person have to be an expert or a sports analyst to post on this site? Seems like if someone gives an opinion, they are called idiots or morons that know
nothing about the game and they shouldn't be posting. Seems they are wasting others time reading the posts.

I thought it was okay to post an opinion and not be ridiculed for ignorance, guess I was wrong. Got some really vindictive people that like to stir pots here. Turned into FF.

 

[VOLINVONORE]

A little confused.

Does a person have to be an expert or a sports analyst to post on this site? Seems like if someone gives an opinion, they are called idiots or morons that know
nothing about the game and they shouldn't be posting. Seems they are wasting others time reading the posts.

I thought it was okay to post an opinion and not be ridiculed for ignorance, guess I was wrong. Got some really vindictive people that like to stir pots here. Turned into FF.

Only when the post is so far out and untrue. However, if a poster wants to show that he/she knows nothing about the subject, he/she is fair game.

 

[ColinS]

I didn’t say anything about firing Barnes. I said he should be held accountable for the team he has put on the court this year. Their can be a difference in being disappointed with someone and calling for their heads, most people don’t seem to realize this. It’s just a bad look to me to flirt with another job to get a big pay raise and become one of the highest paid coaches and then turn around and have a team that has basically regressed back to a roster similar to when he took over. In college basketball if your paying a guy top 5 money and you actually want top 5 results then we aren’t getting them. By that I don’t mean we should be a top 5 team every year, but the really good programs don’t take 2 or 3 years to build up a contender and then have a year where they completely regresss into a subpar team, the top programs reload much better than that. I’m not saying Tennessee is a blue blood I know they aren’t but the fact still remains we are paying blue blood money. We also have great facilities, fans and financial support, really there isn’t a reason with the right coach we couldn’t be a perennial top 10-15 type team.

This is absolutely spot on correct.

 

[calban]

A little confused.

Does a person have to be an expert or a sports analyst to post on this site? Seems like if someone gives an opinion, they are called idiots or morons that know
nothing about the game and they shouldn't be posting. Seems they are wasting others time reading the posts.

I thought it was okay to post an opinion and not be ridiculed for ignorance, guess I was wrong. Got some really vindictive people that like to stir pots here. Turned into FF.

opinions are fine. One runs into trouble whens stating THEIR OPINION as fact.

 

[MinisterofDef#92]

This is absolutely spot on correct.

Sure is if one ignores recruiting timelines and certain facts. Honest question, what exactly does "being held accountable" mean to you and what should happen to CRB (same question to @Alex10)?