Iowa Scouting Report: Bettendorf at Muscatine
Three Bulldogs scored in double figures in Bettendorf’s overtime win Coming off a thrilling win over Class 4A No. 1 Pleasant Valley, Muscatine entered Friday night’s home game against Bettendorf on a high. The result? Another tight game, this time…
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Continue ReadingComing off a thrilling win over Class 4A No. 1 Pleasant Valley, Muscatine entered Friday night’s home game against Bettendorf on a high. The result? Another tight game, this time ending in an overtime loss to the Bulldogs, 55-53.
Neither team led by more than five throughout the contest, and Bettendorf did a nice job defensively on 2018 Muscatine standout, and Iowa commit, Joe Wieskamp. The Bulldogs “held” him to 18 points, but using a combination of Suni Lane, Darrius Martin and Jovan Jackson, they were able to prevent him from getting loose and having a big night.
In a tie game with 27 seconds left in regulation, Bettendorf turned the ball over on an inbounds pass. Wieskamp turned it back over with just over 12 seconds to go, giving the Bulldogs a chance to win. A Suni Lane drive to the rim was called a charge with 2 seconds left, and Muscatine couldn’t get a shot off on the ensuing possession, sending the game to overtime.
In overtime, with the game tied at 53, Muscatine big Duncan Snider missed a shot with 22 seconds left, grabbed the offensive rebound but had it ripped away by J. Michael Young. Young was fouled and hit his first free throw, missed his second but Zak Emard grabbed the offensive board and was fouled. He hit one of two as well, giving the Bulldogs a two-point lead. A Joe Wieskamp three from the top of the key at the horn just missed to the right, giving Bettendorf the win.
Bettendorf (11-8) was led by J. Michael Young, who had 17 points. Adam Wellman and Jovan Jackson each added 11 for the Bulldogs.
Muscatine (13-6) was led by Joe Wieskamp, with 18. He was the lone Muskie in double figures. Duncan Snider and Ben Morgan each had eight points.
Bettendorf player evaluations
SG Adam Wellman (6’0″, 2016): Wellman got off to a good start for the Bulldogs, scoring 10 first half points, including a pair of threes. The lefty moves well off the ball and has a smooth perimeter stroke with a quick release off the catch.
PG J. Michael Young (6’3″, 2017): The second half was the Young and Jovan Jackson show. Young is a solidly built point guard with the ability to score at all three levels, and he keeps the ball moving on the offensive end. He’s a good rebounding guard, can dictate tempo and has the ability to change pace and get to the rim. Showed an improving perimeter stroke, shooting very well coming off of screens.
G Jovan Jackson (6’1″, 2016): Instant offense off the bench, Jackson is very good at attacking the rim both in the halfcourt and in transition. He’s a strong off-guard with a decent handle, quick first step and good touch at the rim. Showed some solid potential on the defensive end, playing both on-and-off the ball.
GF Suni Lane (6’4″, 2017): Lane was responsible for Wieskamp on the defensive end for a majority of the game, until getting into foul trouble. He’s a very athletic wing who moves well laterally and plays physically on that end of the floor. He is a smart defender who knows how to beat his man to the spot or re-route cutters through the lane. He’s developed his ball handling skills, bringing the ball up the floor quite often.
PF Zak Emard (6’5″, 2016): Showed the ability to finish around the rim with either hand. Does most of his damage on the offensive end after pulling down offensive rebounds. Active on the glass on both ends of the floor, grabbing eight rebounds. Showed a good stroke from the free throw line, going 5-6. Runs the floor well and establishes early position and has decent footwork.
F Darrius Martin (6’5″, 2017): A long, athletic forward, Martin was very solid defensively against Wieskamp in his time on him. He moves well laterally, has a solid wingspan and is able to play physically at times. He didn’t do much on the offensive end, but is very active on the glass on both ends of the floor, pulling down six rebounds.
Muscatine player evaluations
PG Matt Shellabarger (5’10”, 2016): After hitting a three to start the game for Muscatine, Shellabarger was pretty quiet for the rest of the night. However, he does a nice job keeping the ball moving on the offensive end, running the team through their sets and not forcing the issue.
SG Derrick Woepking (5’11”, 2017): Woepking came off the bench to give the Muskies a little bit of scoring pop, hitting a pair of threes. He’s a solid perimeter shooter when given a bit of space, moving well off the ball to find holes in the defense.
C Duncan Snider (6’6″, 2016): All eight of Snider’s points came in the second quarter, but he was very good in the quarter, showing the ability to run the floor and finish as well as score on the block in the halfcourt. Displayed a nice jump hook going over his right shoulder and was very active on the glass. Showed good instincts and timing on the defensive end, blocking three shots.
GF Joe Wieskamp (6’6″, 2018): Even in a quiet game, Wieskamp scored 18 points on 8-14 from the floor. His perimeter stroke is picturesque, showing why he’s an elite shooter. He’s improving his ability to put the ball on the floor and get to the rim, where he’s very good at finishing through contact. His length causes lots of problems on the defensive end, getting into passing lanes and blocking four shots. He pulled down nine rebounds and showed his athletic ability with a powerful dunk in transition.