And when they unfold usually every fourth outing theyre all-consuming. He also shot above 80-percent from the free-throw line during both the past two seasons as a starter. LSU makes the steal and drains the 3-pointer vs. Missouri, Pinson drives into the lane for easy two points, LSU's Xavier Pinson starts feeling it in 1st half, The best dunks from the week in men's college basketball, LSU's Pinson shakes defender with mean crossover and drains the 3, LSU survives late Kentucky rally, throws down back-to-back dunks to seal win, LSU takes care of business in win over Lipscomb, Xavier Pinson shows off range with deep 3, Northwestern State Demons vs. LSU Tigers: Full Highlights, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Pinson's last action as a Tiger was a missed 3-pointer, where he tried to draw a foul on an Oklahoma defender with only a few seconds left on the shot clock. So far Pinson has announced offers from Auburn and Nebraska, and he was named the #7 transfer available by Eric Bossi of 247sports.com, so he should have opportunity. pic.twitter.com/VAySpKj1ge. Yet he didnt offer a forensic analysis of schematic breakdowns on defense or missed free throws that might have halted the Rebels second-half surge. He goes airborne and tries to thread a pass thats deflected, leading to a runout for Ole Miss. He lofted up an errant jumper. Using Synergys tracking data, we can compile a broad snapshot. You may not know who Theo Pinson is. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500(VA). Points 36, vs. TCU, 1/30/21 His departure comes less than 72 hours after the Tigers' season ended in the first round of the NCAA Tournament with a 72-68 loss to Oklahoma. That led Stephen Curry to throw an errant pass in his direction for a turnover. 5 in Illinois, 247Sports Ranking: No. Pinson didn't play in the final 5:52 of the game. But you may see him running laps around the arena after a made shot, swimming freestyle on the sideline, staring down what he calls "2K players" who are standing still in the corner or making teammates cackle during postgame interviews. Void in ONT. Pinson is the leader of that group. Saturday also happens to coincide with the NCAAs early peek at the top-16 seeds. Which players made All-Defensive Teams this season? The line at the bottom is kind of fun but you should definitely feel concerned about the GAP of names in the PG and CG categories, and zero names with any college experience. Pinson arrived at LSU this past offseason as a transfer portal addition from Missouri, where he was a major contributor in his first three seasons. Brand Guidelines [3] While on the court, Pinson's passing, defense and leadership played a key role in the Tar Heels' run to consecutive National Championship Title Games. Odds and lines subject to change. Also, while hes not your classic jump shooter, he knocks home enough from deep (33.6% as a junior, 40% as a freshman) that you have to be aware of how you are going to cover him defensively. [4] A three-star recruit, Pinson committed to Missouri over offers from Georgetown and Wisconsin. Put this guy into ball screens and watch him explode to the basket. But with Smith available and on the floor, it improves by 25 points per 100 possessions. Afterward, there was plenty of evidence for coach Cuonzo Martins simmering critique. During the first 19 games of his sophomore campaign, Pinson averaged 3.0 field-goal attempts at the rim and 2.7 free-throw attempts per game. The Dallas Mavericks signed Theo Pinson to a ten-day contract in Dec. 2021 as they were dealing with a COVID outbreak. Eligibility restrictions apply. Suffice to say there could be bigger things on the horizon, as several recruiting writers have hinted as some much bigger names and programs experiencing the bleed. As the team slumped, so did their starting point guard. Tempting as it might be to toss Wednesdays debacle in a dustbin, there are some useful examples of how passivity doesnt suit Pinson. On Wednesday, though, the juniors first successful foray was also his last on a frustrating night as Ole Miss handed the No. At the end of his sophomore season, Pinson declared for the NBA Draft but returned to Missouri. Salary: $1,968,175 ALL-STAR VOTE 2019: 460th between Amile Jefferson and Skal Labissire . Tilmons screen angle makes it easy for Rodriguez to get over the top, while White steps up. In the end, Pinson checks up and launches a 3-ball thats on line but short. [7] Pinson became one of his team's best offensive players during the month. [31], On July 1, 2022, Pinson re-signed with the Mavericks on a one-year deal. We understand Luka [Doncic] on the court is our MVP, but our spirit and our soul with Theo has been off the charts, and we're lucky to have him.". [18] On February 4, 2020, Pinson scored 32 points to go with nine rebounds, three assists and two steals in the G League as the Long Island Nets defeated the Wisconsin Herd 117110. Though the team faltered at the end of the season, Pinson was . You shouldn't have to ask yourself that question.". Forward Theo Pinson recorded his first career NBA triple-double on Sunday as the Dallas Mavericks fell to the San Antonio Spurs 138-117. In Pinson's first year in the league, the Nets went from a 28-win bottom-dweller in the Eastern Conference to one of the feel-good stories in the league with 42 wins. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500(VA). 2. / 99.8 kg. Pinson attended St. Patrick High School in Chicago, Illinois. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: mlb | pageType: stories | While Pinsons averaging more giveaways this season, his rates for pick-and-rolls and in transition are roughly in line with the Division I average and declined since his freshman campaign. "He did a hook shot, and it hit Jerry West on the backboard, and we was like, 'Rudy, what was that?' 3. [3] He originally committed to playing college basketball for Kent State before reopening his recruitment. 1. Id push back slightly on the notion Pinson was passive at least in opening minutes. The transfer market still has mobile post players that can supply the Tigers with rebounding and rim finishing. The news was reported by On3s Joe Tipton. Pinson didnt probe, though. Not a huge drop off, but enough of a decline to be noticeable. section: | slug: a-photo-of-vada-pinson-and-the-story-it-tells | sport: baseball | route: article_single.us | And even if coach Kermit Davis group grades out poorly in pick-and-roll defense (No. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & resort (KS). Sign up at columbiatribune.com/tigerextra for stories, galleries and podcasts in your inbox every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. The other expected returnersareJavon Pickett, Torrence Watson, Parker Braun, Jordan Wilmore and Ed Chang. After finishing out his contract with the Knicks, Pinson was without a job for most of the 2021-22 season. The news was reported by On3's Joe Tipton. However, no specific figure has been verified. Pinson did it against Arkansas, Auburn and Ole Miss Scored in double figures 14 times in 2019-20 As a freshman in 2018-19, played in 31 games, starting 12 while averaging 6.6 points, 2.6 . There's Vada Pinson and the fountain from which he was allowed to drink. 6. Missouri Tigers guard Xavier Pinson was everywhere as he scored 32 points in Mizzou's SEC basketball win over the Mississippi Rebels. 2022-23 New Mexico State. Men's Basketball Back to Action Friday Against Texas State, 7 p.m. Days, Pinson Named To Coaches' Preseason All-SEC Teams, Xavier Pinson Officially Signs Papers To Join LSU Basketball, Nike Black LSU Tigers 2023 NCAA Womens Basketball National Champions Locker Room T-Shirt. Jans Bulldogs were one of the other finalists to land Pinson, in addition to Georgia Tech. Mavericks' lead irritant, culture-setter continues to make impact from bench during NBA Playoffs, Why Charles Barkley is rooting for Mavericks in Western Conference Finals, Mavs coach Jason Kidd said earlier this season, Mitchell Robinson noted on his TikTok account, Spencer Dinwiddie told ESPN's Tim MacMahon, Nerlens Noel told Ian Begley on "The Putback" podcast. 3FG Attempts 13, vs. TCU, 1/30/21 Today, we turn to the player who rallied the troops and led Mizzou on a late season tear, injecting some much-needed excitement along the way Chi-town point guard Xavier Pinson. FG Made 10, three times Robert Allen goes to the top of the restricted circle. The transition defense I mentioned earlier shows up here after Pinson scoops up a live-ball turnover. 32, vs. Ole Miss, 2/28/20 Born and raised in Greensboro, North Carolina, Pinson played high school basketball for Wesleyan Christian Academy in nearby High Point. Who is Theo Pinson? / The enigmatic guard enters the portal, and it leaves Mizzou searching for an answer. As I noted earlier this week, Pinsons preference ratings are obvious: play in the open floor, drive and kick to shooters, and then try to strike a balance between pulling-up off the bounce or applying pressure on a defensess interior. Pinson's play also helped open other looks for his teammates. While this unfolded on the floors strong side, Rodriguez stood in the restricted circle leaving Kobe Brown in the corner as early help with Tilmon rolling. [27] Pinson averaged 16.4 points, 4.4 assists, 4.6 rebounds, and 1.3 steals per game. A few moments later, Pinson sat at the end of the bench with his warm-up T-shirt and mask on. State (1/5) and 6 at Wichita State (12/6) As a sophomore (2019-20) averaged 11.1 points, 2.8 rebounds and 2.8 assists per game, starting 11 of 31 contests One of three players to record three 24+ point scoring games in the same season. Still, theres a hint of a seam when the ball swings to Pinson in the left slot as Joiner tries to recover. See terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. That type of play isn't unusual for those who have watched the Mavs this season. He wasnt aggressive at the rim making plays. Starring: Theo Pinson pic.twitter.com/23svL5Nr5n Pinson, who has four years of experience in the SEC and two years as a full-time starter under his belt is a major addition for new Aggies coach Greg Heiar, who replaces Chris Jans, now at Mississippi State. Pinson went from averaging 26.2 minutes and 14.7 points to averaging 24.5 minutes and 11.9 points per game. From Oral Roberts to Oregon to a haul of SEC games, Pinson scored in double-digits this season in 11 games against teams that ultimately made the NCAA Tournament. That volume stems from another cause: inefficiency. They were named as a team who reached out to Northeastern transfer Tyson Walker, but he appears to be a Michigan State lean. During his freshman season, Pinson played in 31 of32 games, making 12 starts and averaging 6.6 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.3 assists per contest. What'd he do to you?' 23, vs. Arkansas, 2/6/ 21 When Jeremiah Tilmon wheeled out of a double-team, Pinson, standing in the right corner, alerted him to an unguarded Dru Smith at the top of the arc for another 3. The junior guard showed out at times this season, and when he did it was a lot of fun to watch. Five minutes into Missouris tilt at Ole Miss, Xavier Pinson angled around Jeremiah Tilmons screen, slinked by Luis Rodriguez, and accelerated past Romello White for a layup. Assists 10, vs. Georgia, 2/16/22 A late bloomer from Chicago, Pinson is still filling out physically and likely has another level that he could take his game to if he picks the right situation.. Kidd is far from the only person to echo those types of sentiments about Pinson. He first gained a reputation as a standout scorer in the Southeastern Conference aftera nine-game stretch to end the 2019-20 season, in which he scored 170 points, averaging 18.9 points per game from Feb. 8 to March 7. 248 overall, No. But every player, coach and referee has heard him on the bench. 10 Tigers an 80-59 loss. Pinson played 18 minutes and was 1-for-7 from the field, including 0 of 3 from 3-point range, scoring only two points. They went 38-15 with Pinson, and they have been the surprise of the NBA Playoffs. He leaves a scholarship behind, which means its that time for the Scholarship Graphic: We knew Missouri was likely looking for at least two spots to fill, and now we know for sure its at least two spots. Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA (select parishes)/MA/MD/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OH/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. And even if Vanover is called upon, Smiths the kind of athlete you want rotating down on Tilmon. Not all of those empty possessions are turnovers, either. So funneling possessions in an offense catered to your skills, I think you have to give the head coach a little credit for catering to the player with the highest ceiling on the team. "Hey, listen, I'll take it," Pinson said with a laugh. MORE: Why Charles Barkley is rooting for Mavericks in Western Conference Finals. In a lot of ways, when hes not doing that, we become stagnant because youre counting on that, especially certain actions that we have. When the ball changes sides of the floor, there are scrambled closeout responsibilities. After three seasons at Mizzou, Xavier Pinson is Louisiana State's starting point guard. After Memphis' comeback win over Dallas on Monday, Brooks took a shot at Theo Pinson, calling him a cheerleader for his antics on bench. BREAKING: Campbell Transfer Jesus Carralero commits to Mizzou. In his lone season with the Tigers, Pinson started 27 of the 28 games he appeared in while averaging 9.8 points and 4.8 assists. Please check your email for a confirmation. 6 Tennessee in Knoxville, with Pinson scoring 27 points in 30 minutes and logging four rebounds, two assists and three steals. LSU trainer Shawn Eddy checks on guard Xavier Pinson (1) after Pinson injured his right knee in the second half of a 79-67 win over Tennessee on Saturday night. 232 overall, No. [24], On September 28, 2021, Pinson signed with the Boston Celtics,[25] but was waived at the end of training camp. Theres still a few weeks of guys announcing theyre landing in the portal left ahead of us. Under the terms of the deal, he will split time between the Nets and their NBA G League affiliate, the Long Island Nets. He averaged 11.1 points, 2.8 assists and 2.8 rebounds in 24 minutes per game. [6] On February 18, 2020, he scored a sophomore season-high 32 points in a 7168 win over Ole Miss. [4][5] During the Tar Heels' 2017 championship run, Pinson's playmaking helped the team defeat Kentucky in the South Regional Final, as his full-court drive and pass set up a game-winning shot by forward Luke Maye. On Tuesday evening, Missouris second leading scorer, Xavier Pinson, entered the transfer portal, and the collective freak-out started. His assist numbers did increase, however, from 2.9 per game to 4.8. Missouri's second-leading scorer will not return next season. But he's a big part of the team because of the energy he brings. As for his on the court play, Pinson played only 51 games during his time in Brooklyn. [23], Pinson joined the Milwaukee Bucks for the 2021 NBA Summer League. Best Bench Celebrations In The League - Brooklyn Nets Pinson is a senior but will use his one remaining year of eligibility due to COVID-19 elsewhere. Davis isnt a great three point shooter but a big time penetrator: Blessed to receive an offer from Mizzo University Thanks to Coach Martin and his staff for recruiting me! Pinson gained infamy during the Mavericks' Game 2 loss against the Warriors on Friday after wearing a white shirt that matched the Warriors' uniforms, standing up and raising his hand. Pinson has utilized that incredible sense of humor during plenty of games. Several weeks ago, we saw Pinson in peak form, but the formula isnt one precisely optimized for consistency and why its better for MU to have Jeremiah Tilmon and Dru Smith as its key cogs. Void in ONT. That's been a big part of our success internally. [5], As a freshman at Missouri, Pinson averaged 6.6 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.3 assists per game. Privacy Policy At times, opponents use drop coverage to hem in Pinson and hope a weak-side defender can rotate in to tag Tilmon. Pinson finished the game with 23 points, 13 rebounds, 12 assists, a steal and 0 turnovers. Xavier Pinson (born June 23, 2000) is an American college basketball player who plays for the New Mexico State Aggies. With any luck, Pinson will help keep MU pointed toward that destination. NCAA Infractions Decision, Eason Claims Double-Double in No. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. He averaged averaged 9.8 points, 2.4 rebounds and 4.8 assists in 2021-22, where he started 27 of 28 contests. We focus on those where hes additive, such as outbursts against Oregon, Tennessee, TCU, often because theyre equally rare. "We was like, 'Bro, you hit Jerry West. 9. But again, Pinson rates near the bottom 31st out of 34 in efficiency (0.659 PPP) in the narrower band of high-usage players and well the average (0.905 PPP) weve seen so far in power conferences. And very soon were going to be seeing Missouri involved in more names. For one, he can insert a steadier hand in Drew Buggs. "I think it got in his head that we were like, 'What was that?' He's been a beloved teammate at all three of his NBA stops, and he might be the best culture-changer in the league. The latest around the transfer portal might show some good signs for Missouri. Martin has had success finding talent through the transfer portal in his time atMissouri, with Kassius Robertson and Dru Smith helping Missourito two separate NCAA Tournaments. Missouriwill have to rely on a new point guard next season, as Dru Smith and Pinson, who handled a heavy majority of those responsibilities the past two years, won't be back in Columbia. Watch NBA games online all season long with fuboTV: Start with a 7 . Their cross-city rivals, the Knicks, picked him up off waivers and signed him to a two-way contract. Here is what Brooks said via Drew Hill: "I just wanted. The LSU Tigers are looking like a force in the SEC on the hardwood, and Xavier Pinson is a big reason why. PRIOR TO LSU It comes to Pinson for a corner 3, a shot the offense aspires to produce. Biggest 2021 SEC Game: Pinson's biggest point production in SEC play this season came vs. No. After averaging 13.6 points in 2020-21, that figure dropped to 9.8 this past season with the Tigers. Meanwhile, Pinsons efficiency (1.0 PPP) ranks 11th out of 15 high-usage peers, while and 42.0 field-goal percentage is below average for the group as a whole.
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