JP's Thunderdunk

[Snipe]

I can't do it, but one of you sumbitches can.

For the first person to post the JP Thunderdunk to YOUTUBE, I will buy you a beer.

And if you add "THIS IS FOR SNIPE" in the YOUTUBE Title, well then I will buy you two beers.

Dana Dollars are flowing!

FEED THE STREAK!

[X-man]

I can't do it, but one of you sumbitches can.

For the first person to post the JP Thunderdunk to YOUTUBE, I will buy you a beer.

And if you add "THIS IS FOR SNIPE" in the YOUTUBE Title, well then I will buy you two beers.

Dana Dollars are flowing!

FEED THE STREAK!

See you Wednesday for that beer. Here's JP's dunk: http://www.bannersontheparkway.com/2016/2/13/10986820/vine-jp-macura-punishes-butler-with-a-massive-dunk

[Wheelhouse]

I could watch this 6000 times in a row. It's so glorious.

[American X]

White Chocolate > Vanilla

[paulxu]

If I go on a Butler board will there be complaints about him showing the team up with 10 seconds left?

[X-band '01]

Is water wet?

[PM Thor]

They are under .500 in conference. They were still trying to get the ball down the court quickly, they hadn't stopped playing, so why should we?

Butler fans are like scolded little children who just are windmill punching at their bigger brother. Stop it already, you got handed it to you, let it go.

[zanesxu]

He's Redford with height. And more steel.

I said it.


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[GoMuskies]

He's Redford in that they're both white. I can't think of any other way in which their games are remotely similar.

[LadyMuskie]

He's Redford with height. And more steel.

I said it.


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Redford was fine and all, but Macura has tons more talent and skill and diverse game. Comparing the two is like comparing apples to Corvettes.

[D-West & PO-Z]

He's Redford in that they're both white. I can't think of any other way in which their games are remotely similar.

Ha, thats about all it takes in basketball these days.

[XMuskieFTW]

What an exclamation. Amazing game and we were rocking that arena. The "this is our house" tshirts were cute cause it sure didn't seem like it.

[X-band '01]

That shirt belongs in Xavier's trophy case along with Dayton's red Beat Xavier t-shirt circa 2003.

[XMuskieFTW]

That shirt belongs in Xavier's trophy case along with Dayton's red Beat Xavier t-shirt circa 2003.

I brought it home. Needed another car towel.

[MauriceX]

He's Redford in that they're both white. I can't think of any other way in which their games are remotely similar.

They also both shoot threes pretty well. But if that is the only qualification then Brad Redford is basically Steph Curry.

[UCGRAD4X]

Wonder what Mack is yelling to him as he is going in for the slam.

[LA Muskie]

Ha! Chris knows JP all too well. I think we can probably guess what it was. We can also assume JP "didn't hear" him.


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[Kahns Krazy]

http://youtu.be/WWaLxFIVX1s

[GoMuskies]

Wonder what Mack is yelling to him as he is going in for the slam.

Pretty sure it was "Fuck Butler".

[drudy23]

He's Redford with height. And more steel.

I said it.


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Let me change this for you.

As I've stated earlier, JP is a more talented Chris Mack...and Chris Mack loves it.

[zanesxu]

Let me change this for you.

As I've stated earlier, JP is a more talented Chris Mack...and Chris Mack loves it.

Sounds more right, good push...
There was a thread not too long ago about who was the "killer" on this team... past few games makes it pretty clear that it's JP...

[Muncie]

Remember Kevin Frey? Obviously he didn't have J P ' s shot but he had his aggressiveness .

[RealDeal]

My favorite part was watching the X bench go nuts. Thank you JP.

[LA Muskie]

There is no comparison for JP. He is incomparable.


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[LA Muskie]

Pretty sure it was "Fuck Butler".

Ha! I'm sure we'd all love that to be true. Nearly certain it's not. But a fun thought nevertheless.


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[Snipe]

Let me change this for you.

As I've stated earlier, JP is a more talented Chris Mack...and Chris Mack loves it.

I would have to agree. My brother asked me yesterday what Xavier player I would compare to JP, and I said Chris Mack before he blew both his knees blew out.

Before he blew both knees out Chris Mack had some mad hops for a white boy. He could throw it down with authority.

He also was not the most beloved player on the court. Dayton fans still talk about it. The man left a lasting impression.

I wonder about what coach thinks about the comparison. Would be an interesting question for the coach's show.

[Snipe]

Pretty sure it was "Fuck Butler".

You are a Great American. Have to spread the reps around before I can rep you again.

[Snipe]

See you Wednesday for that beer. Here's JP's dunk: http://www.bannersontheparkway.com/2016/2/13/10986820/vine-jp-macura-punishes-butler-with-a-massive-dunk

Winner!

I am pregaming at Zips on Wednesday. Where do you usually pregame?

I love the way the video replays over and over. My kids thought it was delightful.

I remember him when he was playing in high school in MN and watching the highlights. He was a dunk machine in Highschool so you know he could do it. The kid can get up.

[paulxu]

Clearly a proponent of the 1 foot group.

[UCGRAD4X]

Clearly a proponent of the 1 foot group.

Maybe that's what Chris was yelling: "JP, don't forget to jump off one foot!"

[X-man]

Winner!

I am pregaming at Zips on Wednesday. Where do you usually pregame?

I love the way the video replays over and over. My kids thought it was delightful.

I remember him when he was playing in high school in MN and watching the highlights. He was a dunk machine in Highschool so you know he could do it. The kid can get up.
I pre-game at Listerman's. There is no need to buy me a beer; it's the thought that counts. BUT if you have your heart set on treating me, how about meeting up at D'Artagnon's Deck 15 minutes before game time?

BTW my guest for the Providence game is my niece's husband. He's from Minneapolis, went to Wisconsin, and is a huge sports fan. He can't believe that Wisconsin and Minnesota let JP get away from their programs. As I recall, Minnesota offered, but I think Wisconsin totally missed him. Our gain.

[XUFan09]

I would have to agree. My brother asked me yesterday what Xavier player I would compare to JP, and I said Chris Mack before he blew both his knees blew out.

Before he blew both knees out Chris Mack had some mad hops for a white boy. He could throw it down with authority.

He also was not the most beloved player on the court. Dayton fans still talk about it. The man left a lasting impression.

I wonder about what coach thinks about the comparison. Would be an interesting question for the coach's show.
Mack was actually asked in a recent postgame, I believe after the 20-point outburst. He said he was a much better rebounder, J.P. was a better shooter, and J.P. was more involved in the extracurriculars. Overall, he seemed to enjoy the comparison.

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[American X]

First, the Thunderdunk, now the SoulCrusher (https://twitter.com/FS1/status/708094549571145728).

[UCGRAD4X]

First, the Thunderdunk, now the SoulCrusher (https://twitter.com/FS1/status/708094549571145728).

Yup. Marq thinking they might be able to go to the locker room at down 10...keeping Macura far from the basket....

BAM!

[muskiefan82]

Dude can just play ball. I love JP's game.

[X-ceptional]

http://i.imgur.com/WqMWLSc.png

As Gus said on the broadcast: "In. The. Gym. RANGE."

You can't give this kid ANY space once he gets off the team bus.

[kyxu]

First, the Thunderdunk, now the SoulCrusher (https://twitter.com/FS1/status/708094549571145728).

As the ball drops through the net, you can literally see the souls leaving the bodies on the Marquette bench.

[muskiefan82]

http://i.imgur.com/WqMWLSc.png

As Gus said on the broadcast: "In. The. Gym. RANGE."

You can't give this kid ANY space once he gets off the team bus.

When I first heard it, I thought he said In the gym RAGE which was funnier to me than range.

[XU-PA]

If JP can just work into a postgame interview, "we've got that going for us"

[muskiefan82]

That would be classic. "we've got Bill Murray here rooting for X so we've got that going for us....." and then have Sumner or someone else step in and say "which is nice"

[Snipe]

First, the Thunderdunk, now the SoulCrusher (https://twitter.com/FS1/status/708094549571145728).

The Soul Crusher!!!!

Game over.

[Masterofreality]

Methinks that JP just likes showing off in front of Gus Johnson to build a library of tapes that he can replay with legendary calls included.

[Masterofreality]

First, the Thunderdunk, now the SoulCrusher (https://twitter.com/FS1/status/708094549571145728).

There are not enough reps in the bank to give this gloss enough credit.

[American X]

First, the Thunderdunk, now the SoulCrusher.


Return of the SoulCrusher (https://twitter.com/XavierGameday/status/839684682237165570)

[XU-PA]

Almost,,,, almost.

[D-West & PO-Z]

Mack: "JP, what are you doing?"

[Jesuit4Life]

Mack: "JP, what are you doing?"
https://twitter.com/RyanBroering/status/839702346691145730

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[GoMuskies]

Mack: "JP, what are you doing?"

You left a word or two out.

[xu82]

You left a word or two out.

I put the count at two words.

[D-West & PO-Z]

You left a word or two out.

Hahaha yeah.

You could hear it too and at first I thought that was a fan.

[X-ceptional]

https://twitter.com/RyanBroering/status/839702346691145730

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Worth it.

[paulxu]

Mack: "JP, what are you doing?"

JP: "Putting this team on my back to get out of the first round."

[Masterofreality]

We were sitting across the court from the XU bench and Mack SCREAMED at JP for that rim rattler. He then stormed up and down the sideline.....but with JP, you take the good (half ending 3 and two spectacular fast break ally oops to Q) with the bad.

[GoMuskies]

JP made some bad plays last night, but all in all he was fantastic. You can tell he relishes the big stage that is MSG.

[Masterofreality]

JP made some bad plays last night, but all in all he was fantastic. You can tell he relishes the big stage that is MSG.

Basically kept the team together when no one else could score.

[Xavier]

He does make some dumb plays but he might have the best bball IQ on the team. He cuts when he is supposed to, he finds open guys who are cutting a lot. I would love if last night JP showed up every game. He was huge last night

[xufan2434]

He does make some dumb plays but he might have the best bball IQ on the team. He cuts when he is supposed to, he finds open guys who are cutting a lot. I would love if last night JP showed up every game. He was huge last night

Without a doubt. His vision is by far the best. Some of the cuts he makes in the lane without the ball are pure instinct. Need more of it because he's not fast/quick enough to be getting open running along the baseline off picks. Great pass to Q earlier too. You could tell he was giving them everything he had last night. Hopefully he got as much rest as possible last night

[IM4X]

JP made some bad plays last night, but all in all he was fantastic. You can tell he relishes the big stage that is MSG.

Yes- he was fantastic- far less bad plays and many more smart plays than he has All season. Last night was proof that if JP continues to be tenacious like we know he is capable and if he is just a little more patient and smarter with the ball, good things will happen for him and the team around him. He hustled his tail off, he passed with purpose, he was often selfless-looking for open teammates, he helped create better chemistry... and maybe most importantly, he single handedly helped build up tremendous confidence in his freshman point guard at a time when the team needs him most.

JP was exactly who his team needed him to be. Tre may have had the most points and Q may have made more heads turn, but make no mistake, JP was clearly the MVP last night. He was the most complete player and the one who helped most in making his teammates better.

[ArizonaXUGrad]

Yes- he was fantastic- far less bad plays and mant more smart plays than he has all season. Last night was proof that if JP continues to be tenacious like we know he is capable and if he is just a little more patient and smarter with the ball, good things will happen for him and the team around him. He hustled his tail off, he passed with purpose, he was often selfless-looking for open teammates, he helped create better chemistry... and maybe most importantly, he single handedly helped build up tremendous confidence in his freshman point guard at a time when the team needs him most.

JP was exactly who his team needed him to be. Tre may have had the most points and Q may have made more heads turn, but make no mistake, JP was clearly the MVP last night. He was the most complete player and the one who helped most in making his teammates better.

We need him to do it against better competition tonight.

[IM4X]

We need him to do it against better competition tonight.

Agreed. Better shooters. Quicker players who are better at chasing down loose balls. But they are still beatable.

I am excited to see what our guys bring tonight. They are starting to feel it. Just gotta stay out of foul trouble.

[xufan2434]

Agreed. Better shooters. Quicker players who are better at chasing down loose balls. But they are still beatable.

I am excited to see what our guys bring tonight. They are starting to feel it. Just gotta stay out of foul trouble.

Really worried about this one. With the current makeup of the team, they have to feed the post in order for there to be any spacing. And God forbid Shid or Sean try to make a move without it being a charge. I lost it last night when they called that 2nd one on Shid which was a clear flop

[American X]

Xavier's J.P. Macura has 980 career points and is 20 points shy of becoming the 53rd member of Xavier's 1,000 Point Club.

How about we ring that up tonight?

[American X]

J.P. rang that up in style, especially the three-pointer which put him over 1000 with a flourish.

MFM Hits Six 3s In Big East Semi-Final (https://twitter.com/XavierGameday/status/840429531768872960)

[American X]

A few words on Mr. Myles Fox Morrissey:

J.P. Macura has been a baller since he first set foot on campus. He has had numerous huge moments and huge games in career. However, against Florida State were the best minutes he has played in a Xavier uniform. He really elevated his team at the most important time.

J.P. really seems to have matured in his game in the past few weeks. The gunslinger is still there, but it seems to be smartly contained within what the team is doing.

Watching J.P. step into the role of running the team was nothing short of amazing. You could visibly see he left it all on the floor last night.

It is a pleasure watching J.P. extend his junior campaign playing at this level. Keep it rolling, MFM.

[whopper]

the cold compress said it all. He runs the team in a very dynamic way with high risks and high rewards. I have seen so many players phone it in hoping they would not make a mistake..it does not work in any sport above a relatively low level

[Snipe]

JP has been asked to do a lot this season given the roster changes. He has responded to the call. At times it seemed too much to burden him with, but we don't have another point guard. He has been both our best and worst passer this year, making highlights and some lowlights.

We didn't have another choice, and it is a heavy load to bear. He has improved and is bringing his A game. It has made him a better player. And we would not still be dancing without him.

I would agree that his game has come together in the last few weeks. I salute the young man. He has turned a disadvantage into an advantage. He had 5 assists yesterday to 1 turnover. Wish he didn't have that one at the time but that happens. He is one of the Generals on the court and a big part of what we do. He stepped into a role, or was forced into it, and we are stronger because of it.

[xu82]

A few words on Mr. Myles Fox Morrissey:

J.P. Macura has been a baller since he first set foot on campus. He has had numerous huge moments and huge games in career. However, against Florida State were the best minutes he has played in a Xavier uniform. He really elevated his team at the most important time.

J.P. really seems to have matured in his game in the past few weeks. The gunslinger is still there, but it seems to be smartly contained within what the team is doing.

Watching J.P. step into the role of running the team was nothing short of amazing. You could visibly see he left it all on the floor last night.

It is a pleasure watching J.P. extend his junior campaign playing at this level. Keep it rolling, MFM.

JP and so many others have stepped up at just the right time! With him plus Q, Sean, Tyrique, Kaiser and the rest, this is just amazing! Hats off to these young man, and the great staff that coaches them up. PEAK IN MARCH!

[Backyard Champ]

JP has matured a ton in the last month. The best change, would be his fake 3 and drive move. Early in the season he isn't faking that shot. Now, he is and is getting open, easier shots, or dishing it for wide open looks. A somewhat small change to his game, but the impact has been huge.

[IM4X]

Brilliant tonight!

[American X]

So glad he is our Son Of A Bitch.


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[Fireball]

I love how much every other team hates JP. He will be one of those players that every other fan base talks about for YEARS after he's gone.

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[UCGRAD4X]

I love how much every other team hates JP. He will be one of those players that every other fan base talks about for YEARS after he's gone.

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He soooo get in their head. That has to work in our favor.

If you were an opposing coach, what would be your strategy? Tell your team to just ignore him and not let him get into your head, that's all he's trying to do? Then they will be thinking how much he's going to try to get into their head, which might be even more of a distraction. I think X wins either way.
Or not say anything and hope your guys are mature enough to not let it get to them (which doesn't seem to be working for many players and even coaches perhaps, for sure one in particular).

I think X wins either way.

[American X]

Myles Fox Morrissey was balls out closing out the game with Trevon on the bench. Peak Senior Mode.

[American X]

AGAIN

https://twitter.com/BarstoolXU/status/954829071527088128

[chico]

Bill Murray approves.

https://screengrabber.deadspin.com/bill-murray-impressed-1822267206

[GIMMFD]

He soooo get in their head. That has to work in our favor.

If you were an opposing coach, what would be your strategy? Tell your team to just ignore him and not let him get into your head, that's all he's trying to do? Then they will be thinking how much he's going to try to get into their head, which might be even more of a distraction. I think X wins either way.
Or not say anything and hope your guys are mature enough to not let it get to them (which doesn't seem to be working for many players and even coaches perhaps, for sure one in particular).

I think X wins either way.

Literally though, it's pick your poison, but as an opposing coach I would say keep your mouth shut because time and time again it's been proved that if you say something to JP, he will play significantly better. Opposing fans that haven't figured that out yet are idiots.. I'm looking for him to thunderdunk all over Butler again after Marquette.

[joe titan]

Did you catch what he said when he retreated on defense after the jam ? You did not need to read lips all that well to see " ____off!"

[nuts4xu]

https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/26804412_10159742225270567_4316755539831644372_n.j pg?oh=889e92e35979095cb19e47916aaa24e2&oe=5AF652AF

[X-band '01]

Did you catch what he said when he retreated on defense after the jam ? You did not need to read lips all that well to see " ____off!"


https://youtu.be/KAaQqSIkGUE?t=1m5s

[D-West & PO-Z]

JP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

That is all.

[XUGRAD80]

I have no problem at all with a player displaying emotion on the court. But it should never be displayed directly toward spectators. Using opposing fan’s heckling for motivation is fine, in fact I would encourage that. What he did was shut the crowd up with that spectacular dunk and I love that. He didn’t get into anyone’s face on the court and he didn’t stand in front of the crowd and say anything or do anything. He is never going to be an opposing fan’s favorite, but I’m glad he is on Xavier’s team.

[slysyl]

JP is Mister hustle. It's to bad Cronin didn't get to him; he (Cronin) would still be in University Hospital.

[Masterofreality]

2235 goat

[stammina0721]

He's Redford with height. And more steel.

I said it.


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Dont insult JP like this. JP has a full game both inside and out. I think Redford had less than 10 total pts inside the arc in his career. If he had more it cant be by much

[stammina0721]

And JP can actually play a little D

[mid major]

Banners had the picture of JP after the dunk in their write up and the image on the faces of the Seton Hall fans is priceless. So someone out there who has less alcohol in their system than I do who can post the picture will bring utter happiness to this great fan base.

[vee4xu]

He's Redford in that they're both white. I can't think of any other way in which their games are remotely similar.

In what is a rare situation, I agree with Go.

[vee4xu]

Heard lots of "JP sucks" throughout second half. I love hearing that about one of our players instead of yelling it about someone else's player.

[zanesxu]

Dont insult JP like this. JP has a full game both inside and out. I think Redford had less than 10 total pts inside the arc in his career. If he had more it cant be by much

I just read that (my) quote and though, that’s the dumbest thing I’ve read on this board in a while, who said that?

Well shiiiiiiiiiii......




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[GoMuskies]

In what is a rare situation, I agree with Go.

You rarely agree with me? Why do you insist on being wrong so often?

[coasterville95]

https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/26804412_10159742225270567_4316755539831644372_n.j pg?oh=889e92e35979095cb19e47916aaa24e2&oe=5AF652AF

Oh, I so want to share this on Facebook. Yeah, Pirates fans just keep poking the bear

[mid major]

Oh, I so want to share this on Facebook. Yeah, Pirates fans just keep poking the bear

Coaster, you da man. Thank you.

[Snipe]

JP is a Great American.

[American X]

J.P. Macura is a Legend.

His performance at Seton Hall was a Masterpiece (signed Myles Fox Morrissey).

[Masterofreality]

https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/26804412_10159742225270567_4316755539831644372_n.j pg?oh=889e92e35979095cb19e47916aaa24e2&oe=5AF652AF

Somebody PLEASE tell me how to post larger pictures on here! PLEASE!!!

[bleedXblue]

Oh, I so want to share this on Facebook. Yeah, Pirates fans just keep poking the bear

speechless.........that is just amazing LOL

[Lloyd Braun]

Did you catch what he said when he retreated on defense after the jam ? You did not need to read lips all that well to see " ____off!"

I thought he said “let’s f’in go!” which is more of general statement than something directed towards the other team/fans.

[xu82]

Banners had the picture of JP after the dunk in their write up and the image on the faces of the Seton Hall fans is priceless. So someone out there who has less alcohol in their system than I do who can post the picture will bring utter happiness to this great fan base.

Thank you fort asking.....

[xu82]

https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/26804412_10159742225270567_4316755539831644372_n.j pg?oh=889e92e35979095cb19e47916aaa24e2&oe=5AF652AF

....and thank you for posting. THAT is PRICELESS!!!

[BandAid]

I thought he said “let’s f’in go!” which is more of general statement than something directed towards the other team/fans.
That’s what I read too

[UCGRAD4X]

If anyone can come up with a video of the thunder dunk an/or the no look tip-in. Two amazing plays that are sooooooo JP.

[UCGRAD4X]

Will definitely savor this picture all of my life...which may not be long, but this will make what is left of my sorry existence more tolerable.

Might even become a poster for the man cave I plan to build before I die....I better get started....tomorrow.

[nuts4xu]

Will definitely savor this picture all of my life...which may not be long, but this will make what is left of my sorry existence more tolerable.

Might even become a poster for the man cave I plan to build before I die....I better get started....tomorrow.

You dying on us bro? Something you ain’t telling us?

[xeus]

https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/26804412_10159742225270567_4316755539831644372_n.j pg?oh=889e92e35979095cb19e47916aaa24e2&oe=5AF652AF

That chubby dude is hilarious. Even better than the crying Nova piccolo girl.

[ron meXico]

That chubby dude is hilarious. Even better than the crying Nova piccolo girl.

Xeus... while I agree that Kent dorfmans kid is pretty darn hilarious the dude with the penciled in eye brows and moustache so he can be holding that beer steals the show

[Lloyd Braun]

While watching it live there was a woman about 10 (?) rows up that actually covered her mouth in a shock and awe gasp. This would be the PERFECT clip to have one of those ESPN “__ Things You Missed” segments, where they pause the clip in slow mo and highlight a fan reaction.

[Murph85]

My new screensaver background.

[xdude]

There is no comparison for JP. He is incomparable.


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Yes, comparisons seem foolish. Inspired seems like an understatement. A very special game from a very special player...

[nuts4xu]

Somebody PLEASE tell me how to post larger pictures on here! PLEASE!!!

The larger pics I post are from a copy/paste of a URL. I’d welcome an explanation of how to post larger pics from an IPad, or from a file from my computer.

[IM4X]

Heard lots of "JP sucks" throughout second half. I love hearing that about one of our players instead of yelling it about someone else's player.

Absolutely.

[paulxu]

If anyone can come up with a video of the thunder dunk an/or the no look tip-in. Two amazing plays that are sooooooo JP.

It's at a couple of places. Here's on from earlier in this thread.

https://twitter.com/BarstoolXU/status/954829071527088128

[Lloyd Braun]

I can’t stop watching that dunk. It really never gets old how is this possible...

[Caf]

I was in attendance. I think I've been to all of our games at Seton Hall since the conference began. It's a surprisingly hostile crowd for a program we have little to no history with. That, plus the fact that we haven't had much success against them recently, kept me subdued most of the game. Oh and someone yelled at me that JP is a pedophile before the game even began.

The hate for him was palpable. The 'JP Sucks' chants were well organized and executed from the very start. You really would have thought this was a rematch with Wisconsin. What has JP ever done to Seton Hall? His reputation precedes him I guess. Regardless, his steal and then put-back were the perfect opportunity to start yelling 'JP Sucks' back at the student section.

To any Big East fans reading this, please keep antagonizing him. Those chants really get in his head and are bound to work.

[Mel Cooley XU'81]

Has a basketball player ever before posterized an entire student body?

[murray87]

I can’t stop watching that dunk. It really never gets old how is this possible...

Yes, I re-watched the 2nd half with my wife yesterday because she hadn't seen the game live on Saturday. I didn't tell her when the dunk was coming and she about jumped out of her seat when it happened! JP's second half was a thing of basketball beauty. I find myself referring to him as J F'ing P.

[EastCoastXman]

I have also been at all the losses by X at Pru Center. Unknown why SHU crowd gets up for our game other than we have been a top 25 team coming in on most occasions and SHU is always looking for a "Signature Win". This was the first 2017-18 appearance for the Lobsters in the student section. JP had a lot of fun with them pre-game. JP stepped back to half court for them and buried a swish (Bottom for MOR!). They went nuts and Luke Murray earned push ups for the shot!

Would love to see our student section bring out lobster pots to the 2/14 rematch and dump the lobsters in the pot!

[UCGRAD4X]

It's at a couple of places. Here's on from earlier in this thread.

https://twitter.com/BarstoolXU/status/954829071527088128

Thanks. Paul

Where might I look for his tip-in?

[paulxu]

Thanks. Paul

Where might I look for his tip-in?

Can't find it. Thought there was a link to it.
Someone posted a link to the entire replay, so if you can find that you'll have everything.

[Lloyd Braun]

Thanks. Paul

Where might I look for his tip-in?

Check in here

https://twitter.com/xaviermbb/status/954835944351256576

[Masterofreality]

I have also been at all the losses by X at Pru Center. Unknown why SHU crowd gets up for our game other than we have been a top 25 team coming in on most occasions and SHU is always looking for a "Signature Win". This was the first 2017-18 appearance for the Lobsters in the student section. JP had a lot of fun with them pre-game. JP stepped back to half court for them and buried a swish (Bottom for MOR!). They went nuts and Luke Murray earned push ups for the shot!

Would love to see our student section bring out lobster pots to the 2/14 rematch and dump the lobsters in the pot!

They all get up for Xavier there because they know that The Bard of Cranford will be there and they have to mess with him too.
Way to show Roomie!!

[muskiefan82]

The students need to have cardboard heads of the three Seton Hall students after the dunk and a giant JP Sucks sign above them for Wednesday's game vs. Marquette.

[XU-PA]

How about, at the Marquette game, a couple quick rounds of
"JP Sucks" to see if you can get a chuckle from him during warmups?

[X-band '01]

Is "Be Nice to Andrew Rousey" an option?

[paulxu]

OK then.


BIG EAST PLAYER OF THE WEEK
J.P. Macura, Xavier, G, Sr.
Macura led Xavier to a 2-0 week, including a 73-64 win
at No. 19 Seton Hall. In the win against the Pirates,
Macura scored a season-high 27 points, grabbed
five rebounds and dealt three assists. He had 18 of
his points in the second half to help the Musketeers
overcome a 10-point deficit. In an 88-82 victory over
St. John’s, he had 16 points to go along with four assists
and three rebounds. For the week, the senior guard
averaged 21.5 points, while shooting 58.3 percent from
the field and was 6-of-10 from 3-point range.

[American X]

Big East Feature - Macura’s Attitude Makes Xavier Winners (http://www.bigeast.com/news/2018/1/26/mens-basketball-macuras-attitude-makes-xavier-winners.aspx?path=)

You can love him or you can hate him, but there is certainly no ignoring him.

It’s not hard to spot J.P Macura on the court, even before the opening tip goes up. Macura, Xavier’s brash senior, is the one who is always on the receiving end of angry invectives from opposing crowds. The one who receives the lion’s share of the abuse wherever Xavier travels. And the one who expects it on a nightly basis.

Macura’s edgy attitude stems from a competitive spirit he developed growing up in Lakeville, Minn. Always being the younger brother who was never good enough in basketball or anything else only served to grow the ultra-competitive persona you see today.

[joe titan]

At Mass last night Fr. B at the end of the Petitions said he had a friend named JP Macura who always asks Fr. B for prayers, so we did.

[X-man]

I met a couple at a bar last night who are both Xavier season ticket holders and big fans. One of them remarked on how JP seems to be more focused in road games than home games, playing his best when the fans are on him. They were wondering if JP would do better in home games if Xavier fans got on his case for slacking off in home games. The comment was made in jest, but I wonder. I would love to see JP "bring it" more consistently on his home court. Thoughts?

[paulxu]

I'm thinking if the Muskie student section started chanting "JP Sucks"...it would not be a good thing.

[X-band '01]

Certainly not if he's having a bad game.

[markchal]

They were wondering if JP would do better in home games if Xavier fans got on his case for slacking off in home games. The comment was made in jest, but I wonder. I would love to see JP "bring it" more consistently on his home court. Thoughts?

That is insane.

[SemajParlor]

I don't think they are that far off but I would extend that to saying in times of adversity. He played some of his best ball in an X uniform in that Elite 8 run.
To quote my good friend Santana Moss, "Big time players make big time plays in big time games."

[American X]

Slightly overlooked in the postgame analysis, J.P. Macura's SoulCrusher (https://youtu.be/pqQWk5kx6Vw?t=101) at 1:39 left with 3 seconds on the shot clock putting Xavier up 10 totally deflated any hope of a Seton Hall comeback. It is always coiled and ready.

[GIMMFD]

Slightly overlooked in the postgame analysis, J.P. Macura's SoulCrusher (https://youtu.be/pqQWk5kx6Vw?t=101) at 1:39 left with 3 seconds on the shot clock putting Xavier up 10 totally deflated any hope of a Seton Hall comeback. It is always coiled and ready.

He was very silently efficient against Hall, hoping that translates to him showing out in a big way against Nova. God bless, 24 hours away and I'm already jacked for it. Hoping we put a strangle hold on the Big East and are flagship again!! Where the hell is Snipe with a pump up post when you need him??