Col's Power Rankings,
Week 2 (that is one week late)
All-Star break already? Make sure you peep out John's abbreviated recaps. It's good stuff.
#1 – Grey (3)
Jimmy is shooting 100%. I know, I know, its only three shots. But you have to think, he's got to be really picky about when and where to shot. Well, until his stats change drastically, I'm given Jim the benefit of the doubt. Further investigation shows that Jeff, Hubie, Kevin and Hank are pretty dead eye too, over 50% accurate.
Stan is putting up some super-star like numbers, where a good chunk of the points accounted for come off free throws. So if teams want a chance at winning, they best try to keep him off the line.
Though the van that is mini didn't get a double-double, he had some key rebounds and an important free throw to just put the game out of reach.
There are some guys who barely sweat and those who are straight blue-collar and bathe their Ts in sweat? And it's not because they are out of shape mind you. I relate to you Hank, you're working hard and your shirt is proof.
#2 – Blue (3)
You know what happens when your friends get hurt? We sympathize with the fallen brother in two ways. One, we make faces. Our faces will grimace, will think it's eating something way too sour, and sometimes we'll even physically feel the pain. Two, we tell stories. "Man, one time I had a friend who shattered his shin on a lay-up." "Dude, I've been there. I once rolled my ankle so bad that..." That's how guys cope. And the ladies say we're insensitive. But here's the toughest example of love from that night. Tim, Dennis' good friend and teammate said, "...why'd you go for the block? We're up by 10 and only 2 minutes left. That's just stupid." Now to anyone outside of the situation and the friendship, that would come off as harsh, but Dennis and Tim were laughing together before the EMTs came because of playful banter such as this. You're our unofficial person in charge of breaking the tension from now on Tim. Thanks. Our official guy would have to be Dennis himself. After the pain was more tolerable, one of the first things he asked was, "Did I get the block." To which Don and I responded, "It was a glorious block." That it was.
Jeff Chan, said to me after we all left the gym, "When is a win not a win?" I couldn't agree more.
I prayed immediately when homeboy Dennis didn't get up, and I'm sure a lot of people did. Usually when people get hurt, my requests to God don't always necessarily involve quick healings, but to the effect of peace for the heart and mind. But did God ever heal you fast! No major ligament damage and leg put right back into place. Pain not withstanding, this could have been much worse. God is watching over you bro. We're glad you're doing well.
With that said, the remaining games will be that much harder without our leading scorer and rebounder. But we finally get Ray next week. I really mean it this time. Maybe Eugene too.
#3 – Black (1)
You guys played well. You guys were shooting well. Adam could have very well got another double-double. Erik was getting some good looks (who was guarding that guy?!). Kenton was starting to warm-up with the jumper and Brandon was working hard as usual. A comeback could have very well happened. Who knows what had could have happened if the last two minutes we're played out. Maybe we'll make it up sometime, say a Tuesday night come late April.
Did you see David Butch checking out the scene when the EMTs arrived? Why so interested? He's actually studying to become one right now. Who knows what will happen on any given night? You go for basketball, but you get to see your future in action. God has a complete plan folks, not matter the situation. No lie.
By the way, did you guys on the black team see that block from that one dude? It was glorious. Sorry Brian, that was too easy.
#4 – Red (6)
Ryan is efficient. As part of my elaborate schematic logistics for stat tracking, I mentally keep track of playing time with fingers and body hair. Anyways, Ryan plays just about half the game, maybe a few minutes over at most, at still manages to score enough for a few people.
Calvin had a Bob Cousy like performance in that he would be dribbling down the left lane with his RIGHT hand AND slightly crouched. He pulled off miniVAN like numbers in the process. We're talking 10 points and 8 boards. I sense an experiment coming. Be on the look out for other players utilizing Cousy-esque moves. It'll make the refs smile.
Deny, get it? D. Ngai, as in deny? Well anyways, he played a good game, driving aggressively and pulling up for jumpers whenever the D collapsed.
Watch out guys, the pieces are coming together (Darryl should be back for game 3), they're moving on up.
#5 – Orange you glad I didn't say Bananas? (4)
I got to stay for most of this game and they came out much more aggressively on both ends. Greg was causing all kinds of havoc. His stats for the night are more than solid, but there are things that don't show up on paper. Such as rotating over to help, making open looks much harder, causing people driving the lane to think about where he is and so on.
Same goes for Jeff.
I have to speak on JJ's behalf. He's actually been a little out of practice since December. He went on vacation to visit his mother in China and he's been part of a play, practicing every Sunday since he came back. He's usually quite the monster at practice.
#6 – White (5)
Sherman Lee where have you been?! He came out the gates scoring 12 points before the half and ended with an impressive 20 and 8. Actually, everyone contributed to rebounding, with four guys sucking down at least 6. If they turn some of the offensive boards into more scores, it could make for some wins.
Rommel had some of the hardest 6 points I've seen earned.
With Rom and JC straight battling for the boards, it's a little scarier going
down there. The Kwoker is second to Ry in terms to efficiency. Once again with
my stat tracker, I have John for no more than 13 minutes the whole game! He
goes in, gets a few boards, maybe a block, sits down. Comes in again later,
throws down a 3 ball, few more boards here and there, 2 assists for good
measure and calls it a night. And really, I want to see Kwoker side-arm block
another guy, so he can wave his finger and say in a broken accent, "No soup for
you!" Can someone unintentionally make
that happen?
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