Illinois Hoops Recruiting Thread

schnaurt · Sep 15, 2012, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by NeeForThree

Suppose that we somehow (fingers crossed) get Djax and XRM as well as having Nunn, Hill and Morgan, where does that rank among the recruiting classes of the near past (eg BP3- DJ-Bertrand, and Jereme- Leonard)

It woudl be great. The Richmond, Leonard class was a great class but this would be better based off of the MENTAL stability of the players, difference in style of play and the overall "connections" that it would offer us in the future.

Meyers was the man but this could take a program that is lost into something grand!

Illinoy · Sep 15, 2012, 06:42 PM

I understand how D Jack, XRM, and Dee could play together as Dee, Deron, and Luther did with D Jack as the pure point that Deron.

Many might now ask, well what happens with Abrams. It's a guard heavy system that calls for 3 to 4 guys that can handle the ball well enough to play 15 to 20 minutes a game at a fast pace and not be a liability.

illinifan4249 · Sep 15, 2012, 06:44 PM

I got to believe Groce is breathing some new life into the program. I know some seniors who are now considering grad school since they don't want to miss out on this team next year.

Vick217 · Sep 15, 2012, 06:44 PM

Don't Forget Hill he is not the second ranked player in the state for nothing

mdonsbach · Sep 15, 2012, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Illinoy

I understand how D Jack, XRM, and Dee could play together as Dee, Deron, and Luther did with D Jack as the pure point that Deron.

Many might now ask, well what happens with Abrams. It's a guard heavy system that calls for 3 to 4 guys that can handle the ball well enough to play 15 to 20 minutes a game at a fast pace and not be a liability.

I think come 2013 and probably more so in 2014 I see Abrams as Chester Frazier 2.0 with better talent around him. Abrams is die hard Illini, hard nosed, natural leader.

illinitownie · Sep 15, 2012, 06:44 PM

Anthony Barber to NC State, where does that leave Kansas looking for a PG? I'm worried that DJack is their top option now.

DaytonIllini · Sep 15, 2012, 06:45 PM

I still think we'd be darn luck to get EITHER XRM or DJ. We may be recruiting both of them but I'd be stone cold stunned if both were willing to come to Illinois in a class that already has Hill.

But we NEED one or the other desperately.

ILLINIFAN2 · Sep 15, 2012, 06:47 PM

Ladies and Gentleman, it is now COOL to commit to the University of Illinois!

Vick217 · Sep 15, 2012, 06:52 PM

Yes we need one of those 2 too run the point. I dont think we get both! I wish DJ would just commit!!

SwagaSteve16 · Sep 15, 2012, 06:53 PM

If we do somehow get DJ and XRM to go along with Nunn where would that leave us with the PF or C position? would we wait until 2014 to go after an elite big man? Sorry if this was mentioned earlier

Vick217 · Sep 15, 2012, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by SwagaSteve16

If we do somehow get DJ and XRM to go along with Nunn where would that leave us with the PF or C position? would we wait until 2014 to go after an elite big man? Sorry if this was mentioned earlier

Big Cliff or the OAK Tree?

combes · Sep 15, 2012, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by illinitownie

Anthony Barber to NC State, where does that leave Kansas looking for a PG? I'm worried that DJack is their top option now.

He knows he was Kansas' backup plan along with a jc kid. I worry about ND more.

SwagaSteve16 · Sep 15, 2012, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Vick217

Big Cliff or the OAK Tree?

I would be fine with earlier.....or both

LafayetteIllinifan4life · Sep 15, 2012, 07:02 PM

didn't know if anyone had seen the updated ESPN 2013 class rankings.....ILLINI = 14 ....sky is the limit. Go get em Groce. It also reflected changes from Powell committment as well so I believe it is current.

Vick217 · Sep 15, 2012, 07:06 PM

forget about Sean O mara we need Big Cliff or the Oak Tree! Paris already had Big Cliff on campus!! What about get DJ bank one then get KBD OR one of those bigs. I would be cool with that!

OrangeandBlue89 · Sep 15, 2012, 07:25 PM

I love these these new recruits don't get me wrong. We have a program changer in Nunn with his ties to Chicago obviously. Hill is kind of forgotten among all this buzz and is going to be a great player. Maverick is going to develop into a nice big man. I just want to remind everyone that we HAVE talented YOUNG players on the roster already. We need not forget about these guys. Alot can happen in 2-3 years. That said, I'm so excited about our program. I love our coach. He hasn't coached one minute of a Big ten game here at ILL, However he seems to be one of those people who players and people gravitate towards with his personality and drive. I love where our program is at. We have a bright future my friends with a coach who seems to be just as hungry (probably much much more) to get the ILLINI back to where it belongs.

Mile High Illini · Sep 15, 2012, 08:02 PM

Great news on Nunn! As others have mentioned it seems like this commit provides far more than just on the court benefits, many of which people were hoping for a KBD commit to satisfy. Landing KBD in ‘14 (for his ability as a player) would be awesome, but it seems like Nunn’s decision takes care of a lot of that ancillary stuff (namely, blazing a trail to stay home and commit to Groce's ILL). Way ahead of schedule.

bigtiny · Sep 15, 2012, 08:24 PM

bump, bump, BUMP.

PeoriaIllini1 · Sep 15, 2012, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by bigtiny

bump, bump, BUMP.

This could rank up there with the elite class that never was due to the awful murder of Ben Wilson. Maybe Kendrick can wear 25 in his honor like other Simeon players. I believe we had the best team in the nation even despite that tragedy but had that not occurred we would have a NCAA championship in the Hall. Maybe this class can bring one where it really belongs.

saltygrapes · Sep 15, 2012, 08:37 PM

A Jackson note to conclude the night...

The Illinois staff feels good about it, and so do a lot of other people (as you saw from Melvin Nunn...). ND is a bit worried...

...but you can never be sure with Demetrius Jackson. He likes to please everyone. He's that good of a kid...

One of the reasons his recruitment has been so hard to read is because he doesn't say much, but when he does talk, he sort of tells everyone what they want him to tell them and says great things about everything/everyone. He's a master of the interview and recruiting game.

So while no one really knows for sure... Illinois is in as good of a spot as they can be. Basketball wise, Illinois wins... starting from day 1 in a PG offense with talent coming in with you in your class and talent down the pipeline in '14 and '15. But is his heart in South Bend? We'll find out in the next week or two.

Marty McFly · Sep 15, 2012, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Marty McFly

Just took the DeLorean to Sept 19th to watch KNunn putting on the orange and blue hat!

Great Scott!!! John Groce was so quick at putting UI basketball back on the map that my DeLorean couldn't keep up!!! Let's Go!!!!!

Juice · Sep 15, 2012, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by saltygrapes

A Jackson note to conclude the night...

The Illinois staff feels good about it, and so do a lot of other people (as you saw from Melvin Nunn...). ND is a bit worried...

...but you can never be sure with Demetrius Jackson. He likes to please everyone. He's that good of a kid...

One of the reasons his recruitment has been so hard to read is because he doesn't say much, but when he does talk, he sort of tells everyone what they want him to tell them and says great things about everything/everyone. He's a master of the interview and recruiting game.

So while no one really knows for sure... Illinois is in as good of a spot as they can be. Basketball wise, Illinois wins... starting from day 1 in a PG offense with talent coming in with you in your class and talent down the pipeline in '14 and '15. But is his heart in South Bend? We'll find out in the next week or two.

If we do indeed find out in the next week or two, I think it favors us and not ND.

Illinois5 · Sep 15, 2012, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Juice

If we do indeed find out in the next week or two, I think it favors us and not ND.

I agree. Sooner the better.

JimmyChitwood · Sep 15, 2012, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Illinois5

I agree. Sooner the better.

He has his official at ND this next weekend I believe so I would think things could be more in the open after that. If he doesnt commit that weekend there then I think we got him.

Orangetool · Sep 15, 2012, 09:20 PM

I can hear it clearly now... can't you?

You can feel it.. growing
the deep low rumble

closer... louder..

Illinois recruiting momentum

Sep 15, 2012, 06:45 PM	#3507
DaytonIllini Posts: 14,912	I still think we'd be darn luck to get EITHER XRM or DJ. We may be recruiting both of them but I'd be stone cold stunned if both were willing to come to Illinois in a class that already has Hill. But we NEED one or the other desperately. __________________ "To forbid us anything is to make us have a mind for it." Michel Eyquem de Montaigne

Sep 15, 2012, 08:02 PM	#3517
Mile High Illini Posts: 16	Great news on Nunn! As others have mentioned it seems like this commit provides far more than just on the court benefits, many of which people were hoping for a KBD commit to satisfy. Landing KBD in ‘14 (for his ability as a player) would be awesome, but it seems like Nunn’s decision takes care of a lot of that ancillary stuff (namely, blazing a trail to stay home and commit to Groce's ILL). Way ahead of schedule. Last edited by Dan; Sep 15, 2012 at 08:08 PM. Reason: removed font style

Sep 15, 2012, 08:37 PM	#3520
saltygrapes Posts: 657	A Jackson note to conclude the night... The Illinois staff feels good about it, and so do a lot of other people (as you saw from Melvin Nunn...). ND is a bit worried... ...but you can never be sure with Demetrius Jackson. He likes to please everyone. He's that good of a kid... One of the reasons his recruitment has been so hard to read is because he doesn't say much, but when he does talk, he sort of tells everyone what they want him to tell them and says great things about everything/everyone. He's a master of the interview and recruiting game. So while no one really knows for sure... Illinois is in as good of a spot as they can be. Basketball wise, Illinois wins... starting from day 1 in a PG offense with talent coming in with you in your class and talent down the pipeline in '14 and '15. But is his heart in South Bend? We'll find out in the next week or two. __________________ If you die in an elevator, be sure to push the Up button.

Sep 15, 2012, 09:20 PM	#3525
Orangetool Posts: 178	I can hear it clearly now... can't you? You can feel it.. growing the deep low rumble closer... louder.. Illinois recruiting momentum __________________ Give me back my Afta... heh heh heh

Sep 15, 2012, 06:42 PM	#3502
Illinoy Posts: 158	I understand how D Jack, XRM, and Dee could play together as Dee, Deron, and Luther did with D Jack as the pure point that Deron. Many might now ask, well what happens with Abrams. It's a guard heavy system that calls for 3 to 4 guys that can handle the ball well enough to play 15 to 20 minutes a game at a fast pace and not be a liability.

Sep 15, 2012, 06:44 PM	#3503
illinifan4249 Posts: 183	I got to believe Groce is breathing some new life into the program. I know some seniors who are now considering grad school since they don't want to miss out on this team next year.

Sep 15, 2012, 06:44 PM	#3504
Vick217 Location: All Over the world Posts: 205	Don't Forget Hill he is not the second ranked player in the state for nothing

Sep 15, 2012, 06:44 PM	#3506
illinitownie Location: Urbana, IL Posts: 91	Anthony Barber to NC State, where does that leave Kansas looking for a PG? I'm worried that DJack is their top option now.

Sep 15, 2012, 06:47 PM	#3508
ILLINIFAN2 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 362	Ladies and Gentleman, it is now COOL to commit to the University of Illinois!

Sep 15, 2012, 06:52 PM	#3509
Vick217 Location: All Over the world Posts: 205	Yes we need one of those 2 too run the point. I dont think we get both! I wish DJ would just commit!!

Sep 15, 2012, 06:53 PM	#3510
SwagaSteve16 Location: Champaign, IL Posts: 4	If we do somehow get DJ and XRM to go along with Nunn where would that leave us with the PF or C position? would we wait until 2014 to go after an elite big man? Sorry if this was mentioned earlier

Sep 15, 2012, 07:02 PM	#3514
LafayetteIllinifan4life Location: Lafayette, IN Posts: 60	didn't know if anyone had seen the updated ESPN 2013 class rankings.....ILLINI = 14 ....sky is the limit. Go get em Groce. It also reflected changes from Powell committment as well so I believe it is current.

Sep 15, 2012, 07:06 PM	#3515
Vick217 Location: All Over the world Posts: 205	forget about Sean O mara we need Big Cliff or the Oak Tree! Paris already had Big Cliff on campus!! What about get DJ bank one then get KBD OR one of those bigs. I would be cool with that!

Sep 15, 2012, 07:25 PM	#3516
OrangeandBlue89 Location: Harrisburg, Illinois Posts: 293	I love these these new recruits don't get me wrong. We have a program changer in Nunn with his ties to Chicago obviously. Hill is kind of forgotten among all this buzz and is going to be a great player. Maverick is going to develop into a nice big man. I just want to remind everyone that we HAVE talented YOUNG players on the roster already. We need not forget about these guys. Alot can happen in 2-3 years. That said, I'm so excited about our program. I love our coach. He hasn't coached one minute of a Big ten game here at ILL, However he seems to be one of those people who players and people gravitate towards with his personality and drive. I love where our program is at. We have a bright future my friends with a coach who seems to be just as hungry (probably much much more) to get the ILLINI back to where it belongs.

Sep 15, 2012, 08:24 PM	#3518
bigtiny Posts: 220	bump, bump, BUMP.