Michael Snaer emerging as on-court leader (Video)

FSU's new-found offense has been all over the national coverage. I've started breaking down the X's and O's to show the reasons for the greatly improved offensive efficiency, but one topic I haven't covered is the emergence of Michael Snaer. The 5* guard out of California brought elevated (and unrealistic) expectations with him due to his lofty recruiting ranking from Rivals. Now a junior he's shown steady improvement all three seasons. And when FSU switched to a 3-guard lineup, the light finally came on for Snaer, and since then he's established himself as this team's floor leader. Snaer is FSU's most complete player, and no one outworks him in the gym, so it's important that he stepped up.

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I told my buddies (basketball junkies) that he would avg 17 this year

and put up a fight for ACC DPOY. IMO he is the best on the ball defender in the ACC. Scoring will only improve as the younger players start hitting more open shots. I do think MS could be more aggressive off the dribble. Some possessions on offense I feel like he is resting his legs so that his defense doesn’t fade in the 4th. His play has been huge over the last 7 games.

Great write-up. He deserves the praise.

NolesRx

NoleTide!

by FSuni on Jan 31, 2012 8:43 PM EST reply actions

great stuff - thanks for posting

hes definitely been among the hardest workers during his time at fsu and deserves all his success..

by 000111 on Jan 31, 2012 8:44 PM EST reply actions

also a sportswriter's dream

by DixieNole on Jan 31, 2012 8:55 PM EST up reply actions

i love the fact that despite coming in w/ a lot of hype -

5 stars, great athleticism etc – he’s worked his butt off, played hard d, learned the system and let the coaches tweak his jumper

a lot of big-time recruits wouldnt be as humble and coachable as he’s been

by 000111 on Jan 31, 2012 11:18 PM EST up reply actions

I feel confident that we can beat any team that relies on their guards for offense.

It’s those talented big men that seem to cream us. Even some of the not so talented big men…

by Meehl on Jan 31, 2012 9:25 PM EST reply actions

We are not worthy!

Dude, very nice writing and breakdowns of some key possessions for the good guys. You’d be making bank in Chapel Hill or Durham! The (fewer) BBall fans here really do appreciate your knowledge and insights into the game. I feel good about Snaer, but I want to see him extend his effort, focus and performance over another few games before I’m willing to annoint him the next Al or Chris. I do have a big pitcher of kool aid waiting for after NC State!

by SailorNole on Jan 31, 2012 9:51 PM EST reply actions

I wish I had the basketball knowledge to add something of value but considering the fact that I do not I will mention this. The information provided by this site has intrigued me enough to follow every televised FSU game in my area for the last two years. Thanks for all the hard work.

by project1037 on Jan 31, 2012 9:59 PM EST reply actions 1 recs

+1.

Loved the breakdown with the video to follow. Helped me understand the game of basketball (a little more) and what was going on.

by TCHOP561 on Jan 31, 2012 10:20 PM EST up reply actions

+1

Michael’s video and comments also show how important Snaer is to overcome the offensive problems (poor spacing, clueless movment/ lack of movement) that plagued us last year and earlier this year.

by madridbend on Feb 1, 2012 12:51 AM EST up reply actions

Thanks again Mike

These mini-breakdowns are fantastic. Keep ’em coming (please).

Is the poster known as FSU actually Terry Saban? And why does TN not want you to know?

by csfuu on Jan 31, 2012 10:53 PM EST reply actions

hate to...no, glad to say i called this one

i thought Snaer could be this kind of player, his talent and drive were too much not to overcome his overzealous play he came in with. once he stopped trying to get into scoring matches with the other team’s best player, and started playing within himself, he blossomed in to a great player. 5* ranking was more defense (talent and intensity) and potential on offense, but he was always a bit inefficient with his shots. this is the Snaer i thought he could be, i just expected it to happen this time last year. i guess rebuilding your shooting motion will delay that improvement a little bit.

"I guess they have a reputation of being more of a tricky team and not being tough. You hit ‘em in the mouth, and they don’t like it. Other teams that have beat them just hit them in the mouth, so that’s what we started out with.’’ - Nick Moody

by nole07 on Jan 31, 2012 11:10 PM EST reply actions