Bell has 58 3 pt attempts and 5 free throw attempts

[Millhouse]

Not a criticism, just very funny to me

 

[EnviroSciGuy]

And he's actually been going at the rim once in awhile. Hopefully that's the next phase in the evolution of his game. His D seemed better on Tuesday.

 

[capeorange]

Probably a good thing since he's only shooting 50% from the line

 

[upperdeck]

he takes more time on his jump shots than he does his FTs..

he could accidentally double his rebounds if he actually took a step towards the basket when other shoot though

 

[cliftonparksufan]

Not a criticism, just very funny to me

What makes no sense is that he has one more minute than JT, but 49 more poyints (102 vs 53). Hopefully when JT is home in Charlottesville that his mom will yell at him for not being as aggressive as Bell. We knew that some of the sophomores would improve over their freshman year, but how many picked Bell as the one.

 

[STEVEHOLT]

What makes no sense is that he has one more minute than JT, but 49 more poyints (102 vs 53). Hopefully when JT is home in Charlottesville that his mom will yell at him for not being as aggressive as Bell. We knew that some of the sophomores would improve over their freshman year, but how many picked Bell as the one.

I think it’s pretty early in the game to know for certain if he’s improved or not. He had two good games (1 a fake game ) but before had an atrocious game

 

[Cusefan0307]

What makes no sense is that he has one more minute than JT, but 49 more poyints (102 vs 53). Hopefully when JT is home in Charlottesville that his mom will yell at him for not being as aggressive as Bell. We knew that some of the sophomores would improve over their freshman year, but how many picked Bell as the one.

I think both have improved. They just have different strengths.

 

[OttoinGrotto]

I think both have improved. They just have different strengths.

Yeah, they're both definitely better. Taylor has been way better on the boards than expected (although it's a discussion for another time how sustainable winning can be for us if we're looking to him to lead us in rebounding). Bell has expanded his scoring ability and is coming around as a defender.

If Bell was rebounding like Taylor is right now, we're probably looking at an All-ACC player.

 

[OttoinGrotto]

What makes no sense is that he has one more minute than JT, but 49 more poyints (102 vs 53). Hopefully when JT is home in Charlottesville that his mom will yell at him for not being as aggressive as Bell. We knew that some of the sophomores would improve over their freshman year, but how many picked Bell as the one.

I'll keep saying it - Bell is excellent at getting himself into scoring position, and Taylor is pretty bad at it.

It's not a coincidence Bell scores so much more. He has a much better feel for getting himself in scoring position. I know there's a narrative around Taylor that it's unselfishness/he should be more aggressive, but it actually would be really hard for Taylor to score much more than he does now, playing the way he does now on offense. He's more limited there than it seems.

 

[hoopsupstate]

What makes no sense is that he has one more minute than JT, but 49 more poyints (102 vs 53). Hopefully when JT is home in Charlottesville that his mom will yell at him for not being as aggressive as Bell. We knew that some of the sophomores would improve over their freshman year, but how many picked Bell as the one.

Taylor’s release is much slower than Bell’s. He almost has to wind up to get a shot off.

 

[Cusefan0307]

Yeah, they're both definitely better. Taylor has been way better on the boards than expected (although it's a discussion for another time how sustainable winning can be for us if we're looking to him to lead us in rebounding). Bell has expanded his scoring ability and is coming around as a defender.

If Bell was rebounding like Taylor is right now, we're probably looking at an All-ACC player.

I think Brown will lead us in rebounding when all is said and done. Not many people have discussed his growth, but he’s been very good despite starting the year banged up.

 

[OttoinGrotto]

I think Brown will lead us in rebounding when all is said and done. Not many people have discussed his growth, but he’s been very good despite starting the year banged up.

I think we need him to end the year as our leading rebounder.

At one time I thought Benny had a shot.

 

[Lenox]

Not a criticism, just very funny to me

He can drive when need be

We aren’t asking him to go down low and get scrappy

 

[Lenox]

I think we need him to end the year as our leading rebounder.

At one time I thought Benny had a shot.

He’s too mentally soft

He has all the potential to be a great double double guy

He isn’t made for this which is sad cuz in high school he never really got tested which never affected his confidence so he was dominant. Now switch over to the college level and once he faced adversity he went into his shell. He hasn’t been the same since his freshman year: he’s barely gotten better lol

Kids a cry baby as well fighting with teammates threatening to leave the team, getting suspended. I absolutely can’t wait till he’s gone and freeman takes his place. Such a better playe

Referring to Benny by the way

 

[OrlandoCuse]

Niko Ruffin has made the same amount of 3’s as JJ has so far this year

 

[Newhouser]

I'll keep saying it - Bell is excellent at getting himself into scoring position, and Taylor is pretty bad at it.

It's not a coincidence Bell scores so much more. He has a much better feel for getting himself in scoring position. I know there's a narrative around Taylor that it's unselfishness/he should be more aggressive, but it actually would be really hard for Taylor to score much more than he does now, playing the way he does now on offense. He's more limited there than it seems.

I agree. I would add that Bell has less conscience and more confidence. He is ready to fire.

 

[hoopsupstate]

I thought Brown moved a lot better the other night. He seemed a little mobile and active.

 

[NorSyr66]

What makes no sense is that he has one more minute than JT, but 49 more poyints (102 vs 53). Hopefully when JT is home in Charlottesville that his mom will yell at him for not being as aggressive as Bell. We knew that some of the sophomores would improve over their freshman year, but how many picked Bell as the one.

JT's first two games in Maui he had zero 0points while playing over 25 minutes a game. I too hope some home cooking will give him a boost along with some hometown fans. Before we get too excited over Bell, I recall his 1/10 on threes in the Gonzaga game. He is definitely improving so let's recognize it but hope for some boards.

 

[DoctorBombay]

Bell has been the most improved player, by far.
His defense is better & he's more aggressive. He'll never be a rebounder, but when he's on we're much more effective with Judah and JJ driving to the hoop.
Folks were really dumping on Bell, but so far he's shutting most of those folks up. JMHO

 

[Dmcnabbrules]

It almost like Bell was a guy ranked around 100 who might need some time to develop. Oh wait.

 

[upperdeck]

Taylor has improved more than Bell, but Bell is shooting better and attacking better so that shows up the stat lines better.. Taylor would have a ton of rebounds if he was just a bit better getting off the floor, he is the only one really getting into good positions.. His release isnt as slow as it looks but his height makes it seem worse. Taylor moves the ball and does the little things that stats dont show.

 

[Fly Rodder]

Meh, still not impressed with Bell 75% of the time. He’s a three point volume shooter and not much else for the amount of time he’s on the court. Starling has better rebounding and steal %s and more points produced despite not having a jumper. Bell has the worst d-rating among non walk-ons.

As an aside Brown leads the team in D-rating AND O-rating.

 

[rrlbees]

Meh, still not impressed with Bell 75% of the time. He’s a three point volume shooter and not much else for the amount of time he’s on the court. Starling has better rebounding and steal %s and more points produced despite not having a jumper. Bell has the worst d-rating among non walk-ons.

As an aside Brown leads the team in D-rating AND O-rating.

What is d and o rating and where do you find it?

 

[rrlbees]

I think it’s pretty early in the game to know for certain if he’s improved or not. He had two good games (1 a fake game ) but before had an atrocious game

I think he’s has 4 good games of the 5.

 

[SUfanNC]

Meh, still not impressed with Bell 75% of the time. He’s a three point volume shooter and not much else for the amount of time he’s on the court. Starling has better rebounding and steal %s and more points produced despite not having a jumper. Bell has the worst d-rating among non walk-ons.

As an aside Brown leads the team in D-rating AND O-rating.

I get what you are saying, but I think gets his points in chunks and is average at d. If he was coming off the bench and doing that I think it would feel different