Yes. He could redshirt this year and have four years left.
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And allowing for a season ending injury in some future year, he could have five years to complete those four additional seasons.
How many Ph D candidates have there been in the history of Division I ball?
I’m just excited to have Lieb. In the article somebody posted, it’s says he’s at 7’0 220 now with the goal of adding 20 more pounds. If he accomplishes that goal we will have a 7’0 240 freshman who’s been in our system for 2 years with 4 years of eligibility remaining. What a luxury.
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This. He looked surprisingly good in the short clips I've seen. He's clearly made a lot of progress since he arrived in CU.
Agree. Every team has to have a 13th guy (this year excepted of course). We could do a lot worse than having a skilled 7 foot project as ours. May never be all BIG but seems like he has the right attitude and think he could be a contributor in a year or 2.
skyIdub
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Lol...this could be one of those stories where the kid (Lieb) goes head to head with a guy/s like Kofi and now Payne every day in practice for 4 years.....gets an extra year..now 2...of eligibility....and goes on to have a solid 10 year NBA career because he's smart and steady super experienced.
Wait...are there even any of these stories? Did I just create a story?
Wait...are there even any of these stories? Did I just create a story?
Everybody is talking about losing Ayo’s transition skill, and I agree that it won’t be replicated fully.
But I recall several times Curbelo got the outlet or even the rebound and took it coast to coast for a bucket. Even when we didn’t seem to have numbers.
His transition game is slightly different, but still “pretty good” when compared to Ayo.
But I recall several times Curbelo got the outlet or even the rebound and took it coast to coast for a bucket. Even when we didn’t seem to have numbers.
His transition game is slightly different, but still “pretty good” when compared to Ayo.
There is no reason why we are 7th. We should easily be in top 5. Should be a good year of ILL basketball. Cannot wait.
Lieb looks very good in the clips. He looks very serviceable in the future especially as he gets stronger. Hope he stays longterm and contributes more next year.
Joel Goodson
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NBA? Put down the pipe.
I think all of us will be delighted if Lieb morphs into a productive rotation player. Anything more is icing.
Illini center Brandon Lieb 'staying with the process,' developing behind Cockburn, Payne
When he committed to Illinois, lanky big man Brandon Lieb committed to a long-term process. He remains steadfast in that commitment.247sports.com
It's a luxury to have a dedicated player who still needs development, behind centers as talented as Kofi and Omar. If he keeps adding strength he'll see the floor. Not sure what his ceiling is, but if anyone can develop a BIG level physique, it's Fletch.
skyIdub
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Yeah, I wasn't predicting it.....hence the word "could" in my post. I'm merely positing a possible great story. Not a likely one.
Don't be intimidated, continue to create your stories. Awaiting chapter 2...
skyIdub
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Ha! Careful what you wish for....
My mind isn't as liberated as our resident Spirit Being Mr. pruman.....but it's out there.
Ok, take the weekend off, watch some football, and reconsider your next move next week. ; )
And as you think it over, get ready for this - the final countdown is on - 1 week from today!
* Sat, Oct 23____St. Francis (IL.) (Exhibition)___
How long before we start worrying about him going pro?
If the max Lieb accomplishes is to be a good practice opponent for our the bigs further up the depth chart, there's plenty of value in that. That's honestly all I'm expecting, anything else would be a very nice bonus.
pruman91
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Ask JCL...
GrayGhost77
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I believe he's working on his third doctorate as we speak.
His linkedin lists two Masters
Technically yes, but unlike Trent and Monte, his scholarship would count against the l3 limit. Thus, the staff can choose not to bring him back for the extra year if they feel the scholarship can be put to better use.
Rivals says he is finishing the second one. No Ph D for him!
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