I’ve got to admit it, after the exhibition games I was more than a little worried that this year’s team would need more time to gel than the previous upperclassman led squads of the last few seasons. Last night’s superb performance has made me feel much better going into Friday’s Michigan State game and next week’s Texas and Kentucky contests.
1. Thus far, Efton Reid is doing exactly what I’d hoped he do. First, providing Drew Timme with 10 or so minutes of rest when needed without a significant drop in offensive production. Secondly, his big body in the lane is delivering rebounding and some semblance of much needed rim protection.