Illini Basketball 2017-2018
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Didn't really know where to put this but here's an interesting article about Kendrick Nunn.
http://www.scout.com/college/illinois/story/1788998-second-chance-to-nunn
http://www.scout.com/college/illinois/story/1788998-second-chance-to-nunn
FYI, article is free. Some great quotes, including this one from Melvin Nunn regarding the culture under Groce:
Dang, these guys stole my scoop. Hosting our own tournament is lame and I really hope we don't do it again after Maui. Underwood has the same concerns about the schedule that Groce did when he got here.
Melvin Nunn (paraphrased): "Head Coach John Groce was soft... sometimes kids need a Huggins-style chewing out."
Well, we've got what Melvin prescribes for us now. =P
Yup, you've got to like a disciple of Huggy, Frank Martin and Jack Hartman. Should make for interesting years ahead.
JFGsCoffeeMug
BU:1 Trash cans:0
- Chicago
I'm actually okay with it. We have a new coach, new expectations on offense and defense, and a lot of new players. Everyone should learn a lot from these early games. Hope to see tons of improvement early on.
Great read thanks for posting.
Hearing from my guy (former bball manager) that TeJon Black and Kipper have made biggest strides physically and shooting/ball handling. Also that Jordan is shooting hundreds of shots a day and is hungry to play. And that Trent has gained 5-10 pounds already
Yep, having a coach like BU who emphasizes ball handling is great. Thought Leron would have better handles as a freshman after watching his high school highlights. Leron Tejon and Kipper are going to be the leaders of this team.
Liss, too!!
Hopefully 100% from the bench unless we're on the winning side of a blowout. That dude might have the worst shooting form of all time, including Shawn Marion.
Good for all these guys, especially Jordan. Would really like to see him fit in and do well this year. Miss hearing from his Dad on here occasionally.
BLloyd2311
- Los Angeles
Good stuff, thanks
http://www.qconline.com/sports/college_sports/illinois-it-is-time-to-start-a-prime-time-event/article_9b49eb86-e06e-5184-910b-6589e47f6d8c.html
For those who need the Summer basketball fix this would be amazing. Someone get Rob to work this up.
For those who need the Summer basketball fix this would be amazing. Someone get Rob to work this up.
Mentions Jordan as a player with a lot of skills. Rarely a part of the conversation but may see some playing time.
It is a good league and young guys gain a lot of experience and confidence.
The one downer of the PTL, the director Randy Larson is a huge A-hole.
From the article about the Prime Time League: "They require all DI players start summer school in June. Why not give them a taste of basketball?"
Question: who is " THEY " ??? And: Who gave "THEY" the authority to require any D1 players to do anything ???
Question: who is " THEY " ??? And: Who gave "THEY" the authority to require any D1 players to do anything ???
Joel Goodson
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Don't know squat about the PTL. That said, their league, their rules?
afpharmdawg
- Colorado Springs
I am surprised the NCAA allows a summer league. Knowing how much is put on time spent in the gym with a coach this seems to me, and I could be wrong just ask my wife, that the NCAA would not let this fly. However, it is happening for a couple of states. Who would be coaching an incoming freshman or current player is another question? Would said coach teach the same way as BU? If legal in the eyes of the NCAA, I am all for it.
not many mentions of him from the staff/media...we'll wait and see, but still have high hopes for him he's too good.
He's been good. Some of the others are more surprising. Smith is a player. He will start from day one.
Not hearing much from Smith might be a great thing. If TJL/Frazier/Leron/Kip/Jordan/Finke's improvements and good showings in practice overshadow our Mr. Basketball star who we all know is very talented, that goes to show how hard our guys are working. There shouldn't be any worries.
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