Joel Goodson
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New names will inevitably surface. Having one OV left is not ideal though (file under penetrating observations).
Illinois Hoops Recruiting Thread (May 2019)
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New names will inevitably surface. Having one OV left is not ideal though (file under penetrating observations).
Or how about some old ones, Harry Froling, Jacob Bruninga, or Matt Chastain.
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You really don't see the point with Wade? He cheated. So as an example of being able to recruit from the start at a new program he's the wrong example for Illinois
But neither were "official" until recently. It was also widely believed on this board that Holyfield was a "lock"
I agree but neither he nor Kouma are going to provide the experience that Holyfield would, presumably. They would or will (if they come) probably be on par with TJ this past year in terms of minutes, abilities, scoring, etc. I think Holyfield would have provided those things this coming year.
I never said it was the determining factor. That's kind of the point. There are a lot of things that influence a recruit and they are often different for each individual and what they are looking for in a program.
Dbell I think the reply sailed high...way high! Riverchief, he was making a joke about the new word you created, physilities.Lets just assume you meant facilities.
People kill me on here at times That is what I meant and I made a spelling error. I'm sure he never has. At times I think there are more editors with comments about run on sentences and spelling errors jokes. Maybe arrogance students should have been on my recruiting factors list! I think many on here rarely picked up a basketball in thier lives. I know how to spell facilities and just had a brain fart. Ha ha and Go Illini.
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De La Rosa signed on July 25th.
Are we still recruiting josaphat bilau?
It's the staff's job to know risks like January's grades and Higg's health. If the issues were well known by bystanders on this board, it is pretty safe to assume the staff was aware of the potential problems too.
If the staff is not capable of accurately assigning risk to these issues and to properly hedge against the risks going against us, they are simply not doing their job.
If your wife stops talking to you and starts packing her bags, you shouldn't just go watch tv because she hasn't "officially" left you yet.
Didn't see Samba enough to judge offensive skills as 1 of 7 total FT's is a small sample. Fg% was .591 but only 22 shots so also a small sample. 4.8 mins in 18 games would indicate coach didn't believe he was ready. He just didn't have the coaching background that Giorgi had and didn't have the BB savy by all appearances. However a year of coaching and practicing could make a huge difference. However 220#'s on a 7' frame is going to get pushed around. Egwu for example was 245 as a frosh and Giorgi was listed at 235. Not saying it is only flaw but believe it is significant. Stronger would help.
Or at least ask what she would like to watch.
Being stronger certainly will help. I hope Samba does improve. I'm just using the eye test when I judge his offensive skill set. GB has much more than a few pounds on Samba when it comes to playing basketball I would be willing to bet that nearly all of Samba's made shots were dunks or from a few feet away. That is fine is his shot selection is with the constraints set by the staff. I hope Samba can develop significantly. You are correct. He certainly hasnt been playing long and could certainly get there with hardwork and good coaching.
Whoever said "lock" IMO was trolling or sarcastic. If you say lock in recruiting, that should flag you as someone who doesn't know what they're talking about. The chatter was pretty good, and with a prior connection at SFA, the list trimmed down to 3 suiters, plus one of those (Kansas) appearing to move on, why wouldn't folks like our chances?
In any case, learn what you can and move on.
Joel Goodson
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Suitors. WRT your points: spot on.
Does anybody know if we are we still recruiting Kevin Cross or josaphat bilau from new York?
I agree, Holyfield could have provided experience neither of them can. But, Patterson would easily be the better overall get imo
River city - Not picking on you and yes, I know what you meant and I’m sure others did as well. I think Dbell was just bringing some levity to the board which I always appreciate (not to make fun of you). I often have to edit posts due to fat fingers and poor eyesight. Please take the comments in the way they were intended, (for humor, not abuse) i.e., “that’s great but who are the chefs?”
Take a look at Alan's little brother. Must get
It is a damn poor mind that can think of only one way to spell a word. Mark Twain
My feeling is that IF this top 10 kid (IIRC) is serious he needs to make a decision way early. Like, commit a year early. Else I think we have enough pressure and this waiting till May-Aug will not bode well for us. JMVVHO.
There is also more than one way skin a cat. Just like there are a few ways to pronounce "pecan and even m oui re places to find quality Illini recruits!
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Yes, maybe better.
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