Comments on: Lineup Change Could Spark OSU in B1G Play

By: Ken

Ken — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 17:53:08 +0000

I think you’re right. With the emergence and development IMO of Scott and Ross, Thad has some flexibility with mix-and-match lineups. I think he’s got eight players he can plug-n-play, depending on circumstance. I’d like to see McDonald get into mix on front line, but his opportunities may be limited in conference play. Hopefully not.

By: WVaBuckeye

WVaBuckeye — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 15:56:32 +0000

I honestly believe that Coach Matta will shake up the line-up one more time as we progress, not sure this is the final starting product IMHO

By: Ken

Ken — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 14:01:33 +0000

Good point about the role change, Tim. I’ve regarded Ravenal as a power forward posing as a Center, because that’s the role Thad felt would work for the team. Williams is probably the only true center on the team, but both Ravenal and LaQuinton Ross at least have height and bulk to be combatative as good front line players to dip into the center role as needed.

Your last sentence sums it up well; regardless of who is in the role of center, the Buckeye front line needs to be productive in post play.