Jordan Geist had two consecutive turnovers and it led to his frustration enough to get a technical foul. And from that point on it was all West Virginia. What followed was a 27-7 run which included just one FG and nine turnovers from the Tigers.
Immediately following the game:
https://twitter.com/Dave_Matter/status/935030224818982912
Martin believes PG is the toughest transition from HS to college. He loves Harris' skill but won't just hand him the minutes. Rest of noncon slate should be crucial for his development.
https://www.rockmnation.com/2017/11/27/16703724/post-game-mizzou-west-virginia-jontay-porter
It’s clear at this stage Cuonzo knows who has the most talent and who he trusts the most. Unfortunately it’s not the same player. He starts Blake Harris, who has the most talent. He plays Jordan Geist the most, because he’s who Cuonzo Martin trusts the most right now.
So the answer is... hope Harris begins to gain the trust of the staff more and more.
Geist is clearly a guy who is better in a limited role. In the first half he played 11 minutes, was 2-2 from 3-point range, had no turnovers and one foul. The second half was a different story. 15 minutes with no made shots in four attempts, four fouls and four turnovers. I’m not sure the problem is Geist as much as it’s exposure.