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Freshmen Guards: Marquette's Future "Open Door" Strategy
9 Feb
Summary
- Coach Smart advises freshmen guards to "open their doors" and collaborate.
- James and Stevens, roommates, show significant improvement as a duo.
- Their combined stats are rising, offering hope for Marquette's season.
Marquette's freshman backcourt duo, Nigel James Jr. and Adrien Stevens, are seen as pivotal to the team's resurgence. Coach Shaka Smart has advised the roommates to "open their doors" and actively support each other, emphasizing that their combined strengths are key to future success.
Both players have shown considerable growth since the season began. James, averaging 15.5 points and 4.6 assists as the starting point guard, and Stevens, who has recently improved his three-point shooting significantly, represent a promising tandem. Their synergy on the court, with James's ability to penetrate defenses and Stevens's sharpshooting, has already led to crucial plays.
Smart highlights that their combined statistics, across various metrics, are consistently improving. This upward trajectory suggests a strong potential for the pair as they continue to develop together, fostering a bond that extends beyond the court. Their mutual respect and "brotherly bond" are considered assets for their careers at Marquette.
