(04-07-2023 12:56 AM)Miggy Wrote:  I'm wondering if it's true that since Noah attended ECU his freshman year during the Covid period if he can now avail himself of the one free transfer rule, and is therefore automatically eligible to play next season. Till told otherwise, I believe that's so.

It's not appropriate for me to comment on his transfer as I've tried to stick to just discussing bb here.

I'll continue to root for both EMU bb and Noah going forward. Hope both do well. Without getting a waiver, my transfer eligibility has run out.

I really have made some friends here and have enjoyed both reading comments and exchanging messages. I especially want to thank Ramy and
Luckeyone for being so gracious to me when I first started posting here.

I'm really impressed with the many EMU alumni here who are very insightful posters. I've learned a lot about the history of EMU bb and the passion and love you have for your school. You represent your school With distinction.

I'll continue to post here but with less frequency. If I see or know a good bb player, I'll continue to recommend them to the coaching staff as I've done in the past.

Hello Miggs,

It was enjoyable to read your basketball posts that were not only educational for all of us but were embedded with passion and joy this amazing game brought you. It brought a smile to my face when I met Noah and Emoni together at a football game and Noah told Emoni that I was EMUs greatest basketball fan. From my courtside seat, I always greeted Noah with a “Let’s Go, Noah! Let’s Go!” Certainly I feel Noah could play at any collegiate level and I will be following him. Losing wears on individuals especially if being lead in the wrong direction. I will PM you soon!

I do think Heath messed up last season playing Acuff at PG and moving Farrakhan to the wing. He's more of a lead guard than anything and is at his best attacking and making plays for himself and others. Acuff is more of a shooter who can manage the point but is not dynamic there.
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I totally concur on playing Acuff at PG, Noah is far better off the dribble and a much better passer as well. Acuff is superior from the three-ball line where he could get kick out sniper opportunities. Two square pegs trying to fit into round holes, or vice versa.

I agree that Noah should have played PG and Acuff at SG. But regardless of who played PG, EMU did not employ offensive timing plays that would have let their PG rack up assists by passing the ball to a player by the hoop or one in front of the foul line.

EMU would be wise to incorporate such plays next season.

Kansas State was the only team that ran such plays over and over again in the NCAA tournament to great succes. Such resulted in their 5'7" PG averaging 13 assists per game in the tournament.

KSU repeatedly had a big placed from under the backboard from one side of the court to the other side right next to the hoop. At the same time they brought a wing to in front of the foul-line. Just as both players started to move to their intended destinations, the PG would drive and stop 13 or so feet from the hoop drawing the defensive big to him, and then he dished the ball to one of the two cutters. The play could not be stopped due to all three players moving in unison to designated spots. Such resulted in mostly dunks and lay-ups.

The play was run over and over again with the PG starting his drives from all over the court.

This is how bb should be should be played in the future as team's need to score far more at the rim and lessen the number of 2-point jumpers taken and converted at a lower percentage than dunks and lay-up's are.

I hope to work with Noah so he can become an excellent assist man. It starts with him slowing down his game.

(04-07-2023 08:49 AM)RamyEMU Wrote:  Is this what the team is looking like next year? Could be interesting to see a couple 6-9 wings on the floor together?

PG 6-4 Acuff
SG 6-9 Pranger / 6-4 Rice
SF 6-9 Bates / 6-6 Golson
PF 6-8 Jihad / 6-8 Billingsley
C 6-7 Legend / 6-10 Randle

I’m guessing that Bates is gone — no inside knowledge, just a gut feeling.

But, keeping your roster above, I’d go:
PG: Acuff
SG: Rice
SF: Bates/Golson
PF: Geeter/Billingsley
C: Randle/Jihad

Randle needs to start in the middle. He’s the only one on the roster who is a legitimate rim protector.

I’ve been a Rice guy since day one. He was an elite offensive player last year (O rating of 124.5). He has earned the right to play major minutes, and to see increased usage as a major cog in the offense. Offensively, Rice could be more efficient and effective than Farrakhan, despite his athletic limitations.

If Bates stays we have four scholies to give.

If Bates leaves we have five to give.

Wouldn't be nice to get some news about ADDING players?

I know we are looking at some more JUCOs but no firm offers yet. As I said previously several Michigan former high school players who went to out of state schools in the portal. We hit it big in that category last year.

(04-07-2023 08:44 AM)RamyEMU Wrote:  

(04-07-2023 12:56 AM)Miggy Wrote:  I'm wondering if it's true that since Noah attended ECU his freshman year during the Covid period if he can now avail himself of the one free transfer rule, and is therefore automatically eligible to play next season. Till told otherwise, I believe that's so.

It's not appropriate for me to comment on his transfer as I've tried to stick to just discussing bb here.

I'll continue to root for both EMU bb and Noah going forward. Hope both do well. Without getting a waiver, my transfer eligibility has run out.

I really have made some friends here and have enjoyed both reading comments and exchanging messages. I especially want to thank Ramy and
Luckeyone for being so gracious to me when I first started posting here.

I'm really impressed with the many EMU alumni here who are very insightful posters. I've learned a lot about the history of EMU bb and the passion and love you have for your school. You represent your school With distinction.

I'll continue to post here but with less frequency. If I see or know a good bb player, I'll continue to recommend them to the coaching staff as I've done in the past.

Miggy, I was totally joking about inside info on Noah’s transfer. It is his matter, and I wouldn’t expect any sharing on it.

And we loved having you here with all your basketball knowledge and insights. And hope you do check in with us from time to time. We loved having Monty and Noah here too. Those are couple of very talented guys! Again, wish EMU worked out better for them. But will always root for them in their futures!!

No offense taken as your question was a legitimate one.

With regard to whether Bates will return, I was told at the end of EMU's season that he would be turning pro and would not be returning to EMU. My source was not a EMU player. Have heard nothing since.

(04-07-2023 09:52 PM)holybovine Wrote:  

(04-07-2023 08:49 AM)RamyEMU Wrote:  Is this what the team is looking like next year? Could be interesting to see a couple 6-9 wings on the floor together?

PG 6-4 Acuff
SG 6-9 Pranger / 6-4 Rice
SF 6-9 Bates / 6-6 Golson
PF 6-8 Jihad / 6-8 Billingsley
C 6-7 Legend / 6-10 Randle

I’m guessing that Bates is gone — no inside knowledge, just a gut feeling.

But, keeping your roster above, I’d go:
PG: Acuff
SG: Rice
SF: Bates/Golson
PF: Geeter/Billingsley
C: Randle/Jihad

Randle needs to start in the middle. He’s the only one on the roster who is a legitimate rim protector.

I’ve been a Rice guy since day one. He was an elite offensive player last year (O rating of 124.5). He has earned the right to play major minutes, and to see increased usage as a major cog in the offense. Offensively, Rice could be more efficient and effective than Farrakhan, despite his athletic limitations.

Looks like a 5 win roster currently

(04-07-2023 09:52 PM)holybovine Wrote:  

(04-07-2023 08:49 AM)RamyEMU Wrote:  Is this what the team is looking like next year? Could be interesting to see a couple 6-9 wings on the floor together?

PG 6-4 Acuff
SG 6-9 Pranger / 6-4 Rice
SF 6-9 Bates / 6-6 Golson
PF 6-8 Jihad / 6-8 Billingsley
C 6-7 Legend / 6-10 Randle

I’m guessing that Bates is gone — no inside knowledge, just a gut feeling.

But, keeping your roster above, I’d go:
PG: Acuff
SG: Rice
SF: Bates/Golson
PF: Geeter/Billingsley
C: Randle/Jihad

Randle needs to start in the middle. He’s the only one on the roster who is a legitimate rim protector.

I’ve been a Rice guy since day one. He was an elite offensive player last year (O rating of 124.5). He has earned the right to play major minutes, and to see increased usage as a major cog in the offense. Offensively, Rice could be more efficient and effective than Farrakhan, despite his athletic limitations.

I agree on Randle. He was certainly unpolished last year, but was the best suited to have developed into the rim protector role. Wonder what he would have looked like at the end of the season had he got the minutes required to develop.

I have more mixed feelings about Rice. You and Sam always saw something in him that I too recognize, but did not fully translate . But he too might have benefited from consistent minutes. Which he will get not having to compete with Luka for a backup role. Likely a starter as you suggest, especially if Emoni Bates does not return.

Regardless, I think there is a consensus that Coach Heath has not faired well these first 2 seasons- not as clear why. But I think he could do a better job of identifying the skill sets on the team and then keeping some consistency with what the roles he assigned then see what happens.

I reserve judgement until we have a clearer status on Bates return. Not saying Miggy isn't right but I like to hear something officially. I like to see how Heath replaces the players we lost. Hopefully with perhaps less talented players who can rebound, pass and play defense first rather just scoring. The key is getting players who can help those left on the roster get better. This to me means getting experienced leaders and players out of the portal and into EMU. That means guys with the personalities of a Tim Bond Talley III or Spottsville. Guys who can light a match under their teammates and get them to play harder and smarter.

(04-07-2023 05:20 PM)Miggy Wrote:  I do think Heath messed up last season playing Acuff at PG and moving Farrakhan to the wing. He's more of a lead guard than anything and is at his best attacking and making plays for himself and others. Acuff is more of a shooter who can manage the point but is not dynamic there.

I totally concur on playing Acuff at PG, Noah is far better off the dribble and a much better passer as well. Acuff is superior from the three-ball line where he could get kick out sniper opportunities. Two square pegs trying to fit into round holes, or vice versa.

I agree that Noah should have played PG and Acuff at SG. But regardless of who played PG, EMU did not employ offensive timing plays that would have let their PG rack up assists by passing the ball to a player by the hoop or one in front of the foul line.

EMU would be wise to incorporate such plays next season.

Kansas State was the only team that ran such plays over and over again in the NCAA tournament to great succes. Such resulted in their 5'7" PG averaging 13 assists per game in the tournament.

KSU repeatedly had a big placed from under the backboard from one side of the court to the other side right next to the hoop. At the same time they brought a wing to in front of the foul-line. Just as both players started to move to their intended destinations, the PG would drive and stop 13 or so feet from the hoop drawing the defensive big to him, and then he dished the ball to one of the two cutters. The play could not be stopped due to all three players moving in unison to designated spots. Such resulted in mostly dunks and lay-ups.

The play was run over and over again with the PG starting his drives from all over the court.

This is how bb should be should be played in the future as team's need to score far more at the rim and lessen the number of 2-point jumpers taken and converted at a lower percentage than dunks and lay-up's are.

I hope to work with Noah so he can become an excellent assist man. It starts with him slowing down his game.
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A lot of coaches are studying Kansas St schemes this off season-good catch Miggy. And plenty will watch FAU defensive film-how to switch, help and rebound vs today's offenses.

Exactly, if Noah can slow down his game and focus on doing the things he naturally does well even better his play will take off. kid just has some unhelpful habits and can better use his talents to benefit his teammates. i think Heath is a capable coach but did a poor job w Noah last year. all the best to both of you.

EMU's team has a lot up in the air. The staff needs to find a good true pg. Hopefully, Bates hangs around to get stronger improve his game (esp. defense). His presence is good for the MAC. Needs a backcourt partner who wants to get him shots but will also push him be the best positions and run offense. If EMU can get Bates more easy jump shots they can unlock his overall offensive talent-but as a team they need him to move on offense and find a way to contribute on defense. SHht, at least your program isn't boring, wasn't that really why Murphy was let go?

(04-09-2023 06:50 PM)pono Wrote:  

(04-07-2023 05:20 PM)Miggy Wrote:  I do think Heath messed up last season playing Acuff at PG and moving Farrakhan to the wing. He's more of a lead guard than anything and is at his best attacking and making plays for himself and others. Acuff is more of a shooter who can manage the point but is not dynamic there.

I totally concur on playing Acuff at PG, Noah is far better off the dribble and a much better passer as well. Acuff is superior from the three-ball line where he could get kick out sniper opportunities. Two square pegs trying to fit into round holes, or vice versa.

I agree that Noah should have played PG and Acuff at SG. But regardless of who played PG, EMU did not employ offensive timing plays that would have let their PG rack up assists by passing the ball to a player by the hoop or one in front of the foul line.

EMU would be wise to incorporate such plays next season.

Kansas State was the only team that ran such plays over and over again in the NCAA tournament to great succes. Such resulted in their 5'7" PG averaging 13 assists per game in the tournament.

KSU repeatedly had a big placed from under the backboard from one side of the court to the other side right next to the hoop. At the same time they brought a wing to in front of the foul-line. Just as both players started to move to their intended destinations, the PG would drive and stop 13 or so feet from the hoop drawing the defensive big to him, and then he dished the ball to one of the two cutters. The play could not be stopped due to all three players moving in unison to designated spots. Such resulted in mostly dunks and lay-ups.

The play was run over and over again with the PG starting his drives from all over the court.

This is how bb should be should be played in the future as team's need to score far more at the rim and lessen the number of 2-point jumpers taken and converted at a lower percentage than dunks and lay-up's are.

I hope to work with Noah so he can become an excellent assist man. It starts with him slowing down his game.

A lot of coaches are studying Kansas St schemes this off season-good catch Miggy. And plenty will watch FAU defensive film-how to switch, help and rebound vs today's offenses.

Exactly, if Noah can slow down his game and focus on doing the things he naturally does well even better his play will take off. kid just has some unhelpful habits and can better use his talents to benefit his teammates. i think Heath is a capable coach but did a poor job w Noah last year. all the best to both of you.
EMU's team has a lot up in the air. The staff needs to find a good true pg. Hopefully, Bates hangs around to get stronger improve his game (esp. defense). His presence is good for the MAC. Needs a backcourt partner who wants to get him shots but will also push him be the best positions and run offense. If EMU can get Bates more easy jump shots they can unlock his overall offensive talent-but as a team they need him to move on offense and find a way to contribute on defense. SHht, at least your program isn't boring, wasn't that really why Murphy was let go?
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Yes. EMU should have had inside-out plays, and set pick and rolls and pick and pops for Bates. Really want to see few 2-point jump shots. Rather see see more back-cuts. Like to also see more timing plays at the hoop.

wait who is miggy?

Nothing official of course, but Seton Hall board thinks they are getting Noah Farrakhan to sign. It would make a lot of sense as it would allow him hardship waiver and avoid sitting out a year.
https://setonhall.forums.rivals.com/thre...its.61208/

As much as this sucks for EMU, I hope it comes true. Would be a great situation for him to be in a Big East school!!

(04-07-2023 08:44 AM)RamyEMU Wrote:  

(04-07-2023 12:56 AM)Miggy Wrote:  I'm wondering if it's true that since Noah attended ECU his freshman year during the Covid period if he can now avail himself of the one free transfer rule, and is therefore automatically eligible to play next season. Till told otherwise, I believe that's so.

It's not appropriate for me to comment on his transfer as I've tried to stick to just discussing bb here.

I'll continue to root for both EMU bb and Noah going forward. Hope both do well. Without getting a waiver, my transfer eligibility has run out.

I really have made some friends here and have enjoyed both reading comments and exchanging messages. I especially want to thank Ramy and
Luckeyone for being so gracious to me when I first started posting here.

I'm really impressed with the many EMU alumni here who are very insightful posters. I've learned a lot about the history of EMU bb and the passion and love you have for your school. You represent your school With distinction.

I'll continue to post here but with less frequency. If I see or know a good bb player, I'll continue to recommend them to the coaching staff as I've done in the past.

Miggy, I was totally joking about inside info on Noah’s transfer. It is his matter, and I wouldn’t expect any sharing on it.

And we loved having you here with all your basketball knowledge and insights. And hope you do check in with us from time to time. We loved having Monty and Noah here too. Those are couple of very talented guys! Again, wish EMU worked out better for them. But will always root for them in their futures!!

Thanks Ramy. I was sworn to secrecy.

SH poster texted on SH message board that Noah is not a good shooter and is turnover prone.

He ignored the fact that he shot 40.9 percent on three's his first season playing for EMU, and shot 57 percent on two's and turned the ball over just once every 15 minutes this past season.

(07-02-2023 09:02 AM)Miggy Wrote:  

(04-07-2023 08:44 AM)RamyEMU Wrote:  

(04-07-2023 12:56 AM)Miggy Wrote:  I'm wondering if it's true that since Noah attended ECU his freshman year during the Covid period if he can now avail himself of the one free transfer rule, and is therefore automatically eligible to play next season. Till told otherwise, I believe that's so.

It's not appropriate for me to comment on his transfer as I've tried to stick to just discussing bb here.

I'll continue to root for both EMU bb and Noah going forward. Hope both do well. Without getting a waiver, my transfer eligibility has run out.

I really have made some friends here and have enjoyed both reading comments and exchanging messages. I especially want to thank Ramy and
Luckeyone for being so gracious to me when I first started posting here.

I'm really impressed with the many EMU alumni here who are very insightful posters. I've learned a lot about the history of EMU bb and the passion and love you have for your school. You represent your school With distinction.

I'll continue to post here but with less frequency. If I see or know a good bb player, I'll continue to recommend them to the coaching staff as I've done in the past.

Miggy, I was totally joking about inside info on Noah’s transfer. It is his matter, and I wouldn’t expect any sharing on it.

And we loved having you here with all your basketball knowledge and insights. And hope you do check in with us from time to time. We loved having Monty and Noah here too. Those are couple of very talented guys! Again, wish EMU worked out better for them. But will always root for them in their futures!!

Thanks Ramy. I was sworn to secrecy.

SH poster texted on SH message board that Noah is not a good shooter and is turnover prone.

He ignored the fact that he shot 40.9 percent on three's his first season playing for EMU, and shot 57 percent on two's and turned the ball over just once every 15 minutes this past season.

Just my opinion, but I thought Noah was the most talented guard EMU has had in the past 10 seasons with the exception of the mercurial Ray Lee. With Emoni taking the offensive focus and Acuff anointed the point guard, he had a tough go of it last year. He tried to do too much when he got the ball, left his feet too often and did turn the ball over more often than desired.

Still, we know he is a good shooter. He also has the quicks and hops required to play in the Big East and P6. Seton Hall is not UConn, he should be a major contributor. Good luck to him.

Noah has always been a player who wants to improve his game and is amenable to new ideas. As part of his learning process, Noah needs to learn to play deliberately so he doesn't pass the ball when airborne. He already has displayed both craftiness and guile.

From the time he played for East Carolina until his first season playing at EMU, his jump shot underwent a big change as before he stood to erect and his change to dipping his upper torso resulted in his shooting more with his legs and less with his arms which was a good thing. The result was his shooting 40.9 percent on three's in his second season at EMU.

His 2-point jump shot has vastly improved his second season, but his shooting three's took a step backwards as he didn't realize he reverted to his old shooting form.

He now needs to not only dip his upper torso, but he also needs to abandon having a two motion jump shot, but instead shoot in one motion like Steph Curry does. A two-motion jump is in vogue with taller players like Klay Thompson, but I have reached the conclusion that a one-motion jump shot is best for all players.

If he does so he should be successful as he will both see the hoop longer, but alsonrelease the ball quicker than his present delivery.

Posters here have also commented on his legs splitting on his jump shot, A one-motion jump shot when combined with his dipping should also correct that as well. Will keep you posted as to his progress.

Good points, Jerry and Miggy.

Not to argue about Noah leaving his feet. Miggy says he does not like that on passes, not sure if Jerry meant the same. But some of Noah’s best passes occurred when he left his feet. Maybe that is not sound fundamentals, but seemed effective. And if he has P6 level teammates, I expect his assist numbers to go up.

Always thought he needs to keep his turnovers down. Did a decent job of that at times last year. But not completely. Maybe not leaving his feet as you guys say, might help cut down on that. Again, I think full P6 level teammates will help take the focus off. EMU was too much of a 3 headed only offense last year. Too much focus was on the player with the ball, which hurt Noah as well as TyCuff and Bates.

I am excited for Noah and wish him the best. Will try to follow him at Seton Hall next year. But please do keep us posted, Miggy.

Not sure if Noah is heading to Seton Hall because they are seemingly at their maximum 13 scholarship players

https://shupirates.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster


I think we should start the Noah Farrakhan collective NIL deal - I would deposit a humble $1000 for Noah to come play at EMU

Stan needs to put the ball in Noah’s hands and move Acuff to shooting guard.

Stan make the deal

Noah Farrakhan had tons of P5 offers as a youngster. Maybe a school out East that has an open spot signs Noah if he’s granted a hardship - I just don’t think it will be Seton Hall

https://247sports.com/Player/Noah-Farrak...ts/?Page=2

(07-02-2023 11:26 PM)Luckeyone Wrote:  Noah Farrakhan had tons of P5 offers as a youngster. Maybe a school out East that has an open spot signs Noah if he’s granted a hardship - I just don’t think it will be Seton Hall

https://247sports.com/Player/Noah-Farrak...ts/?Page=2

Noah's at Seton Hall.

(07-03-2023 07:54 AM)Miggy Wrote:  

(07-02-2023 11:26 PM)Luckeyone Wrote:  Noah Farrakhan had tons of P5 offers as a youngster. Maybe a school out East that has an open spot signs Noah if he’s granted a hardship - I just don’t think it will be Seton Hall

https://247sports.com/Player/Noah-Farrak...ts/?Page=2

Noah's at Seton Hall.

Thanks Miggy for the confirmation!!

I will view this as Stan’s biggest botching in EMUs basketball history. When you have a proven 5 star player as Noah averaging 16 ppg as a covid19 freshman and ask him to play the 3rd option the next season for two lesser players it’s baffling. Obviously I am speculating and don’t know the details but what I saw last year sure looked to me that Noah was moved off the ball for Acuff and then the mistake exacerbated by Acuff - Emoni playing the 1st and 2nd option on offense.


At any rate, I’m very happy that Noah will get a chance to play close to home!! From my perspective, Noah was the most talented guard we had since Boykins, Dial and Tolbert. I will be rooting for Noah and Seton Hall!!