Illinois Hoops Recruiting Thread

[TheFameProtector]

Hope Fletch body will give him the motor but not sure that isn’t more of a personality characteristic. Think he has the physical abilities but does he have the competitive drive?

All comes down to this million dollar question. I like taking a swing on the high potential, as long as there is an out should he not make adjustments in his approach. While I trust BU wouldn't take on a risk without a reasonable chance of reaping a worthwhile reward, the fact that rubbing shoulders with several high-character NBA-caliber players (who won the NCAA championship no less) didn't help him learn how to approach the game like a dedicated professional is concerning. I have a lot of faith in this staff and its culture, but it's not like DD is coming from some ho-hum program without a strong culture behind it too. Will be interested to see how his career unfolds -- there's no doubt the kid has NBA potential if he can dedicate himself to his craft and embrace playing a defined role.

 

[Manual3for4peat]

Only the Illinois fan base can be not excited about getting a top 100 guy that Tom Izzo was after. Trust Brad.

 

[FortWayneFan]

Not one damn Kenny Loggins reference

“I’m a dainiac, dainiac...” oh, not that one??

 

[sacraig]

Not one damn Kenny Loggins reference

 

[drsmitty74]

Only the Illinois fan base can be not excited about getting a top 100 guy that Tom Izzo was after. Trust Brad.

Let's not confuse the Illini fanbase and the eternally pessimistic few on this board.

 

[Snoopy]

I suspect most of us have needed a second chance at some point in our lives.

 

[derrick6]

Wait, where did this happen in the mixtape?

Dain vs Holmgren & Suggs
Found the game extended highlights above.

I like his game in the hands of Brad.

 

[Homecoming 2019]

You mean a kofi junior season?

I think how covid eligibility works you are technically correct, but it would be his 4th season.

 

[Joel Goodson]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1465166844311097345

 

[BashCtIllini]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1465166844311097345

I love hearing next level defender. When shots aren't falling, strong defense is always there.

To me a strong bodied 6'6" player with athleticism is worth his weight in gold.

 

[Joel Goodson]

If Boswell isn't happening, I think Ames becomes the priority target. Very similar to the Rodgers, in the sense that he's a VVG 2 way player and a dawg. In other years Ames would be a Plan A guy for sure. Lefty, to boot.

 

[Muskie2368]

If Boswell isn't happening, I think Ames becomes the priority target. Very similar to the Rodgers, in the sense that he's a VVG 2 way player and a dawg. In other years Ames would be a Plan A guy for sure. Lefty, to boot.

Whats your gut feeling about Boswell Joel?

 

[rtbritt]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1465166844311097345

I don't watch much video out there, but I think I've seen some of this guys stuff before. Good, informed analysis. Check out this video!

 

[Fulton County Illini]

I don't watch much video out there, but I think I've seen some of this guys stuff before. Good, informed analysis. Check out this video!

I believe this is former Michigan hooper Anthony Wright. Always good content!

 

[NB2D]

I like the new transfer. Will be a good backup to Payne next season and probably start the following season. He will have time to learn the system, get into shape and get healthy.

 

[Joel Goodson]

Whats your gut feeling about Boswell Joel?

I think he's intrigued and his heart is infused with O&B. But he's obviously going to have myriad options, so who knows? Should have a better read on our status if and when Fears commits.

 

[Illini92and96]

Whats your gut feeling about Boswell Joel?

it would be cool to have billy come watch his nephew play

 

[Bacon Butkus Swanson]

I like the new transfer. Will be a good backup to Payne next season and probably start the following season. He will have time to learn the system, get into shape and get healthy.

From what we've seen from OP so far, OP might be backing up DD next year (if the foot injury is not a problem)

 

[texillwek]

I believe this is former Michigan hooper Anthony Wright. Always good content!

 

[Illini9089]

From what we've seen from OP so far, OP might be backing up DD next year (if the foot injury is not a problem)

If DD doesnt take time from OP I will be very surprised and very disappointed.

 

[MustangWally]

If DD doesnt take time from OP I will be very surprised and very disappointed.

Or happy that OP has stepped up his game.

 

[Illini9089]

Or happy that OP has stepped up his game.

Absolutely!!!

 

[WyattEarp]

I don't watch much video out there, but I think I've seen some of this guys stuff before. Good, informed analysis. Check out this video!

Thanks for posting this. I appreciate it.

 

[Ga65]

From what we've seen from OP so far, OP might be backing up DD next year (if the foot injury is not a problem)

May be an incentive for both. Should make practices more interesting.

 

[EyeoftheIllini]

Am I mistaken or did anyone else see a tweet that said Fears will be at ND game? Wasn’t he just at a game very recently?