Dante Jackson leading the nation in steals per minute!!!

[LA Muskie]

Jackson also came in for Burrell at one point, and immediately got beat by Baron going to the basket, who was fouled and made 2 FT's.

So, yes, DJ's improved, and should continue to get PT, but he still has a lot to learn as well.

Actually, he got beat but the foul was on the floor and astonishingly early enough in the 2nd half that they weren't yet in the bonus. The only points Baron scored were the 2 at the end of the game on a Burrell ticky-tack foul call.

That said, I agree that while Jackson has fast feet he still has some work to do in terms of defensive fundamentals. But if Stan can get there in a year, just imagine where Dante will be in 3...

[xuhuh!]

Dante Jackson is doing exactly what he's supposed to be doing as a freshman. Every player on the roster has changed roles each year as they've developed. I think he's a mature player for his first year. a warrior, and he contributes plenty. I also understand Greenfield McClain? is a program noted for their defense. Miller likes defense, Miller brings him in.