Its interesting to see the consistency of #bruceketball, though only 4 Big 12 games is a small sample size. You still see the Cats staying at a mid-60's pace and maintaining similar shot selection. Given the Cats have played 3 of the top 4/5 teams in the league, production/execution being down is not unexpected, though there are things that need to improve.
TO% differential is a big one right now and the Cats lack of ability to force TOs. This was a staple for #bruceketball in year one and forcing TOs at a 20% clip is a staple throughout oscar's coaching career as it was for Lowery. I don't think this team has the offense to win over the course of this season if it stays where it is now in league games, hopefully this one picks up.
I like that one thing that seems to have carried over from Frank is hitting the offensive glass. Granted, the rate isn't in the low 40s, but staying in the mid to upper 30s and winning the OR% battle on a consistent basis, especially with a smaller line-up, creates another notable offensive advantage.
One great game shooting the ball does wonders. Last year the mark to shoot for in the Big 12 was 50% eFG%. I'm not sold that this team will quite get there, but if we can shoot (eFG) around 47-48% on a nightly basis we'll win games, as long as we can win TO% and OR%; getting the shooting to 50% or better will simply create more room for error and the ability to win tougher road games.
