Today's game between the Miami Hurricanes and the Coppin State Eagles marks the fourth time these teams have met in history. The Hurricanes are entering the game with a winning streak, having recently defeated Binghamton and FDU with ease. With an average of 100.5 points per game, the Hurricanes rank seventh nationally in total points, contributed by guard Nijel Pack, who leads the team with 19 points per game.
Looking at Coppin State, their season has been off to a terrible start. The Eagles are currently at 0-5 for the season, and it's been a tough go for Larry Stewart's team so far, especially since they've already faced off against two power-five teams, Wake Forest and Virginia. Their top scorer is Derrius Ward, averaging 12.4 points per game.
As usual, we've compiled a detailed scouting report on Miami's third game of the season. We're going to get into the Eagles' team and analyze their game plans for both offense and defense. Let's jump right in and learn more about the Coppin State Eagles.
Coppin State Personnel
Starters
#2 Toby Nnadozie: 6’3″ 185 lbs, Junior Guard
5.8 ppg, 1.8 rpg, 1.6 apg
- A point guard who's going to pressure the ball on defense and will get up in you from the start. He had five steals in the Virginia game, so ball security today is a must.
- NO THREES!!! the best shooter on the team so no catch-and-shoot 3s! He has made five of fourteen threes this season
#3 Cam'Ron Brown: 5'11″ 185 lbs, Junior Guard
5.0 ppg, 3.0 rpg, 2.2 apg
- Highly active on the defensive end of the court
- Managed to score just one three in their five games. Therefore, I won't hold my breath for him to shoot from beyond the arc today.
- Constantly moving off the ball, whether it's to screen for an open man or simply to create space.
- His goal is to get it into his big man's hands, and he attacks the basket in an isolation situation.
#10 Camaren Sparrow: 6'4″ 185 lbs, Sophomore Guard
2.0 ppg, 2.2 rpg, 0.4 apg
- He likes to shoot the ball however he has only made one of his ten three-point shots this year.
- Always around the perimeter looking for a shot
- Hardly crashes the board
- Very pass heavy and doesn't really attack the paint much
#11 Derrius Ward: 6'6″ 205 lbs, Senior Forward
12.4 ppg, 5.0 rpg, 0.4 apg
- Most skilled offensive player. Can shoot and drive pretty decent
- Looking to drive and finish over you
- Runs the floor very well, so if misses, make sure to find him
- He has really good court vision and could make some flashy passes
- We want to stay between him and the basket. Give a hard contest to all jump shots.
- Will attack the glass aggressively
#12 Peter Oduro: 6'7″ 200 lbs, Sophomore Forward
4.2. ppg, 3.0 rpg, 0.6 apg
- He plays as their 5-man. Will the screen roll most of the time likely to get it in the paint
- Box him out!
- Make him score everything with you between him and the basket.
Coppin State Offense
-- Against man's defense, the Eagles will go with a box set to start as they did against the Virginia Cavaliers. They will screen the guy at the right block, then go straight into a stagger screen for the guy on the left block and try to play out of it from there, if Miami plays it well, they should force the Eagles to make a contested shot.
The first part in the box is an “entry” or set play that flows to the offense
-- They're gonna set a lot of ball screens and space and shoot threes or get it into the paint. Miami might disrupt them with their trapping defense and not relying on help
-- Miami should stay home on shooters, limit the catch and shoots, and make guys go one-on-one and have to finish.
-- Here is a look at Coppin State in transition. They are going to try to attack the basket in transition and try to draw a foul. So, Miami has to get back on defense after the shot goes up and make them finish over you.
Coppin State Defense
In five games, Coppin State gives up an average of 75.0 points per game. Opponents averaged just shy of 40.0 rebounds as well. Surely, we will see them go with a 2-3 zone set versus the Hurricanes on Wednesday. There will be opportunities to attack the gaps and kick out for three, Look for any opportunities to push the pace in transition as well.
