Joel Goodson
- how was I to know, she was with the Russians too?
No secret that we're the huge favorite to land Goodwin now.
Illinois Hoops Recruiting Thread (July-August 2016)
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No secret that we're the huge favorite to land Goodwin now.
That's my thought, as well. I watched him at least part of every game at the Peach Jam and his athleticism and passing are top-notch. A little raw otherwise, but too much potential to pass up. I felt like he was the second most talented player on Meanstreets, but Gilyard and Verge are the main ball handlers and they're both drive and score/dish players; Eastern just kind of deferred and waited for kickouts or rebounding opportunities. He'd do some nice things, but when you pass the ball on that team you're not getting it back unless you crash hard to the rim and hope for a dump off.
BillyBob1
- Champaign
I mentioned this before, but with whom Ayo is affiliated with, I wouldn't hold your breath.
I'm probably on the outside on this, but if Goodwin comes to Illinois I just don't see the fit for Eastern. Between Picket/Goodwin/Kipper/Jordan/DJW I just don't think it'd be smart to take another wing (and have 3 in one class).
To me, we need a high floor/good upside wing and that's Lewis/Goodwin/Eastern. You have your future 6 man already in Pickett.
Then you need an athletic defender at PF/C.
And a pure PG to round it all out.
That class brings great balance and is a program changer.
To me, we need a high floor/good upside wing and that's Lewis/Goodwin/Eastern. You have your future 6 man already in Pickett.
Then you need an athletic defender at PF/C.
And a pure PG to round it all out.
That class brings great balance and is a program changer.
We need a point guard in this class. Williams is a classic combo.
Great interview. Given Tilmon's reaction to the Goodwin question - I would be shocked if he doesn't follow. Exciting stuff.
IlliniDent
- Chicago, IL
Yea, Williams will be great at the CG and PG spot potentially as an upper classman but we need a true PG to go with this class. After that and a theoretical Goodwin, we have to go for either a PF or best possible player.
Joel Goodson
- how was I to know, she was with the Russians too?
Cookin' with gas! Lovin' it!
illini80
- Forgottonia
From what I have heard, which means nothing, Goodwin is not a slam dunk just yet, but this greatly improved our odds. Without Tilmon, Goodwin was a long shot. We certainly are in a great place right now.
TJL is not chopped liver.
That was a great interview, candidness wise. Couldn't contain Tilmon's smile at the mention of Goodwin. If we get him, the other 2 in that class are gravy. Eastern, Scruggs, whomever.
And for future reference, Trent Frazier is the other true PG to go with this team.
Trent Frazier is a baller. I would LOVE to have him.
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Speaking of Trent Frazier, he and his Florida Elite teammates will be playing in the Best of The South Nike tourney in Suwanee, GA. Their first game is this Thursday.
Combes isn't saying that. He is just saying we need a PG another PG cause TJL will be the only true PG on the team after next year.
To me, you need to get a PG every year. It's like QB in football, you need to recruit one every single year cause you can never have enough ball handlers.
Captain Bubbles
- Fairfield, IL
The way Tilmon did his announcement, was like JCL's somewhat. No t-shirt or hat ceremonies, he just went about his business doing it in a quiet fashion (though there were the rumblings before his official). I like that.
Three open spots left. Could go the route of getting a PG, big, and a SF. Or get a PG and a big, and if the last scholarship isn't filled, it can be used for the 2018 class. There are so many options and directions you can go with this. Nonetheless, a big domino has fallen, and more are likely to follow suit. At least we know Goodwin and Frazier think of Illinois highly. The seed has been planted. It just has to grow.
Three open spots left. Could go the route of getting a PG, big, and a SF. Or get a PG and a big, and if the last scholarship isn't filled, it can be used for the 2018 class. There are so many options and directions you can go with this. Nonetheless, a big domino has fallen, and more are likely to follow suit. At least we know Goodwin and Frazier think of Illinois highly. The seed has been planted. It just has to grow.
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the point i was trying to make is that if Goodwin hops on, and the next guy that wants in is Eastern, you take him. You don't stall because you want a PG.
You have TJL, and plenty of great PG prospects in 18.
Captain Bubbles
- Fairfield, IL
SIU-Carbondale had a player years ago whose last name was Frazier, and he turned out great.
Time for Illinois to land a Frazier. And this one we're talking about...he's killer.
Time for Illinois to land a Frazier. And this one we're talking about...he's killer.
robertgoulet
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- Austin, TX
Wasn't Eastern initially considered a PG when he first started making noise a couple of years ago?
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He has that skillset imo, but i don't think many coaches are recruiting him to play the point. His versatility is huge though.
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TC, you sure he's on that team?Speaking of Trent Frazier, he and his Florida Elite teammates will be playing in the Best of The South Nike tourney in Suwanee, GA. Their first game is this Thursday.
http://www.floridaelite.org/17u-team/
Right, but Eastern probably wouldn't want to come here if he doesn't get much attention from Groce. We'll see where Groce goes the next few weeks, but my guess is he'll be paying a lot of attention to Frazier, Scruggs, and the PF's.
Captain Bubbles
- Fairfield, IL
He's grown to 6-5, 6-6 since then. Solid height for a wing, yet I think he still has PG characteristics and traits that he possesses.
I agree, it'll most likely never be an issue. Just the talk of possibly taking too many talented wing players in this class ludicrous to me.
Could Eastern grow into a Denzel Valentine type role?
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