Hypothetical Situation #1

[Phantom Warrior]

Let's say Luke picks up two quick fouls in the first four or five minutes of the game. What does wojo likely do?

1. Put Matt in at the 5 and leave the other starters where they are?

2. Move Henry to the 5, and put in Sacar at the 4?

3. Move Henry to the 5 and Sandy to the 4 and put in JJ for additional scoring at the 3?

4. Anther option?

Just curious what people think Wojo would do (and yes I realize the opponent could have an impact, but this is hypothetical).

[ValiantSailor]

The 5 will be played by whoever Wojo intends to relieve Luke when he needs a blow. Under the two quick fouls scenario, that player will be asked to play more minutes, probably with some relief by a third option if necessary.

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[Markedman]

My guess is he probably goes with Matt and then moves people around from there as the half progresses.

[The Reptile]

Depends on the matchup. If we have to guard someone Luke's size you go with Matt, if it's a small lineup then Anim.

[pbiflyer]

#5. Wojo screams at the ref and gets T-ed up? :p

I'd do #1, so I am guessing the right answer is #2.

[Goose85]

Depends on the matchup. If we have to guard someone Luke's size you go with Matt, if it's a small lineup then Anim.

I agree. I tend to think we would go smaller for most of the minutes if we are playing a team that does not have two 6'9" or taller guys.
If they are a bigger team, then Matt might get many of those minutes if he is ready to successfully defend at this level.

[IrwinFletcher]

I think it Wojo's move is likely due to the makeup of the opponent. If the opponent has a big man that is getting Luke in to foul trouble, he will answer with another big (HE or MH). If Luke's trouble is due to penetration, he will counter with a smaller line up.

[AbovetheRim]

Remember when we were asking this question about Lazar when he was manning the 5 and we felt that size was overrated in the college game? Feels alot better to have legit options at the 5.