(08-26-2016 02:23 PM)Kayjay Wrote:  I agree with everyone that the team will be much better this year (assuming no significant injuries, mid-season transfers or academic casualties). The quality of the teams that Rice plays works against a strong RPI/strength of schedule to help position the team for a strong post-season opportunity. I am not sure that A. Drone is quick or fast enough to play in the up tempo offense that Coach Rhodes strives to implement, so that will either limit his minutes and leave Rice still thin at the post, or the offensive schemes will still have to be modified. My memory may be faulty but C. Cashaw's shooting was somewhat streaky, even though he led in 3-pt avg. M. Letcher-Ellis should really help down low due to his quickness and maturity/experience. Rice will really have to lean on their freshmen to develop, (Which they collectively achieved last year, with the exception of Amir Smith). Having Jackson return as well as Chad Lott will also make a difference. It will be an enjoyable season.

Texowl2, I see very little similarity between Mike Harris's game and M. Letcher-Ellis. Mike was pure strength on the court and did have good hands, but in college did not feature a left-handed game at all. All of his moves were all to the right side of the basket. It allowed other teams to over play-him on that side of the court. Further, until Michael became a professional ballplayer he did not develop a 3-point shot, nor did he try to take any, due to his role in the Rice offense. Letcher-Ellis launched 41 three point attempts last year (and only hit 8). Mike probably did not take 41 3 point shots in his entire college career.

I guess it is more of the you could see the diamond in the rough, pure intensity and effort, and ability to go coast to coast. He also had some decent quickness. And just you always hand to watch him for something amazing.