I think the Aggies would've been happy to kneel out the game after his first run, but Portland took a timeout, so they ran one more play and he scored on it.

Two solid runs by Gilliam.

Followed the game on the stat-tracker from our date night. Disappointing start to the season, naturally, but good to see Toole continue to step up to be a go-to player and good to see the team fight back in the second half.

Both Jones and Svanholm have Morgan's build and length--unfortunately, I didn't get a chance to see them move since Svanholm's sitting (obviously) and Jones was sick for the exhibition game I went to.

Opening day; am excite! :)

Last year's team started out a little wonky, too, let's remember.

Yeah, it's going to take some time to shake out who the new go-to scorer(s) are. Keep in mind that Hall was on the bench, in addition to Jones.

Trpcic and Gray looked good at guard. When the offense settled down and just ran like normal, it was the same efficient machine as last year, just without the finishing bucket by Morgan. ;) Given how young some of the line-ups were tonight, I'm encouraged.

OBA and I both think that Jones was sick, FWIW.

25 pts for Toole, Gray with 10.

Lily for a token bucket at the end of the game to much fanfare from the bench.

79-56 final!

Lily in for the last minute.

Coach Gross just got *hot* at the current lineup. Good to see.

72-43 with 5:42 remaining.

Yeah, fun to watch. Her USU highlights implied that was her game, so it's cool too see it in action for Davis.

62-38 after three.

It's been a historic problem for Davis and probably won't be helped by a relatively new guard group. Playing time will help.

Time out so that Coach can settle the offense down. 52-31 with 4:43 remaining in the third.

Yup. Hayward being very aggressive to the ball and doubling Sage immediately.

Starters back in to begin the third.

Aggies shot 55%; Toole with 12pts/6reb to lead both categories. 12 assists for the Aggies, always good to see. 24reb total vs. 15 for Hayward.

(Big thanks to Bob Kerr for reading those over the PA for me. :lol: )

Aggies have been in a half court man defense (or mannish zone) for most of the game, but did run a press for a few minutes that worked well and keyed a nice run.

Shooting hasn't been an issue. Lots of driving, taking advantage of the height and speed advantages.