NCAA Tournament 2000 - Arkansas playbook: Razor sharp

Arkansas playbook: Razor sharp
From Coach's Edge

Arkansas won four games in four days to take the SEC automatic bid. Lucky, too, because otherwise the Hogs were heading to the NIT. The Razorbacks are a little small and a little young, but they have great team quickness.

One of their freshmen, Joe Johnson, brings a great all-around game, and is a nightmare to defend. If this Razorback is sharp, the winning could continue.

ANIMATE THIS PLAY DIAGRAM WITH SHOCKWAVE
(A) To loosen up the defense, the Hogs start off with some baseline crossing action.
(B) One of the young Hogs, sophomore Blake Eddins (21), comes up to handle the ball.

(C) Senior Chris Walker (41), knows what to do and sets a solid screen for Johnson (24).
(D) Johnson can shoot from anywhere, and takes the easy 15 footer. Too easy.


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