LEAVE BEAS HAMGA ALONE

Wow, don't get all bent out of shape over a couple people's comments.  By and large, we have all accepted that Beas is not going to be a world beater and will be a Rebel for the next few years.   Beas is just being introduced to the world of sports, media, and the expectations that go along with being a former 5-star recruit.  If his feelings are hurt because of what people are saying, maybe he doesn't belong on the court.  I hope that if he reads this, that his feelings are not hurt, but that he works with a chip on his shoulder.   

We think most of us are excited about his potential, it will just take a while to realize any of it.  I think 10 ppg and 9 rebs a game may be a little stretch for this season. I think 4 to 6ppg-7reb is a little more realistic from what I've seen.

The title of this thread reminded me of one of the most popular youtube clips ever.  Just insert Beas for Brittney and edit the content with lv1ptchr2's post.  haha...remember lv1, I'm just funnin' with ya!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kHmvkRoEowc

I posted this on another thread a few minutes ago. No need to get stressed out. Beas is a plus to the Rebels, he wasn't the only player that was going to make this team great. We've been talking about its depth, and it does have DEPTH! Everyone relax and let Beas develop.

<table width="800" class="mcct_container"> <tbody> <tr class="mcct_header"> <td> July 3, 2008 10:57 am Score: 93 </td> </tr> <tr class="mcct_body" valign="top"> <td> Beas seems to be getting his rebounds. As he positions better and increases his bulk and strength, he'll just get better. Too much was expected too soon. He's a great talent that will take a while to reach his apex. But look out when he gets there. LK, Hill & Staff will make him a great player. </td> </tr> </tbody> </table>

Hamga's very presence, particularly on the defensive end, should be hugely valuable to UNLV this season.

UNLV is not lacking in terms of scoring options.  Wink, Darger, Willis, and Rougeau will all likely be double digit scorers this year.  Wink will probably be around 17-18 per, and don't be surprised if Darger puts up around 15 per.  Even Mo Rutledge will be relied upon to provide some scoring off the bench.

Hamga will be just fine.  If he can rebound, block and change some shots, and simply be an inside presence, he will be extremely important to UNLV's success this upcoming season.