I get the feeling that maybe these incoming recruits like Groce for the same reasons we all do. He's too nice. I think the product we've seen on the floor shows the same kinds of signs you see with leaders that are soft and nice. Cuddly. F that. Watch Coach K, Izzo, Self, Williams....they aren't even remotely trying to be recruits friends or family.
So for me, even this incoming class is a little concerning for me. Why do they want to play for Groce? What has he shown them, other than being a super nice family guy (which again, I like too but...) that makes them want to play for him? Certainly it's not success.
I sincerely hope they will buy into Illinois basketball and the program. Get a coach that they know will help them succeed here, and maybe they stick.
I don't like Groce's style of play, and I can't imagine a recruit watching games this year being sold on that part of his sales pitch. Actions vs. words start to mean something eventually.