If it happens then perhaps it's to close holes that the staff finds out about during the summer workouts?
Illinois Hoops Recruiting Thread
100%. All of this.
Good Lord
People still going on about this?
Folks I wasn't serious about this post on an Illinois basketball forum. It's clear we're out on him. Why not have some fun with it....
I take year 2 Andrej over year 1 Blackwell here. I really like the Coleman/Morillo/Brown trio as well.
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Is Ty 100% gone? Or did he put his name in the portal to at least see what else is out there, and there's a non-zero chance he could return?
I actually think he would be exactly the type of veteran guard we could use. He's steady -- can defend, rebound, bring ball up the court as needed. Would give us a lot of insurance across 1-4 positions. And we know from a culture standpoint he's as good as anyone.
I actually think he would be exactly the type of veteran guard we could use. He's steady -- can defend, rebound, bring ball up the court as needed. Would give us a lot of insurance across 1-4 positions. And we know from a culture standpoint he's as good as anyone.
My golden Darby says be sure to include some pizza crust and maybe grilled burgers? He will sign anything
Wagler was way down in the rankings. I think Brown will be in the rotation during the non conference as Brad will use 10 guys so we do not run into the mess we were in with only 6 or 7 guys. We will use our depth this coming year.
Lee had Bam and Keaton in front of him.
Brown will have Vaaks and Coleman in front of him.
The point is both will have a path to be the FIRST GUARD OFF THE BENCH.
If Lee wasn't able to snag that role and get on the court - then I doubt Brown will be able to.
Once again, Keaton is the exception.
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Slow down on the Blueguys
Was wondering this myself. I think it was said he had a spot if he wanted it. Obviously if we offer his spot first that would change. If we aren't going big and just getting an average end of the rotation guy as suggested today, would rather have the guy back who's played in big games and been with the team years even if he isnt the best fit to what we do now.
I'm just not sold on Mr Blackwell, gut feeling, just not the right fit at the right time. I don’t see him putting up numbers like he did at Wisconsin. Sometimes people blow up like Keaton, I forsee a blow down? Revisit this prediction in about 10 months
Any player ranked within 20 spots either side of the top 100 is just as likely to play as the other. It comes down to if they can jump up to the d1 level and contribute on the floor. Lee struggled at times with the minutes he got especially on the offensive side. Besides Keaton, I believe Braden Smith was also ranked outside the top 100 and look how that turned out.
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IMO -- just someone to fill the role Harmon / DGL had would be wonderful.
(not necessarily asking for a John Blackwell)
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I see this as a point in favor of the depth though?
With Morillo and Davis in the mix off the bench, that seems pretty solid to me.
@Altuve27 pointed out we’re one freak injury away from trouble at guard. Which I guess I’d argue, isn’t everyone?
I’m all for another guard btw. I’m just skeptical a veteran guard is coming here to be the 5-minute a game guy who can also be a good starter.
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Fair enough. Vaaks is the only pure ball handler/facilitator with NCAA experience. Mirk can be a point-forward, preferably complimenting a guard. Stoj is great downhill rather than facilitating. Jake is great as a catch and shoot guy. Coleman and Morillo are highly touted for good reason but not yet proven.
To me, that's one proven primary ball handler and two promising ones. Not saying it won't work, just that it's a risk if there are injuries or someone doesn't pan out. I'd overpay for insurance this year
What is Brown's strengths? Can he dribble?
Was Brandon Lee pushed out by the staff to free up his scholarship (Like a former coach at Indiana was known for)? Or did he leave on his own as he thought he wasn't as good as the incoming freshmen and he didn't want to warm the bench? Seems strange that the portal is getting ready to close and then all of sudden he announces he is going to transfer. Why did he wait so long?
I doubt it would be 5 minutes. There's gonna be about 25 minutes available where one of Vaaks / Coleman are on the bench.
Harmon and DGL both played over 15 minutes in similar roles.
This. He is closer to a PG than a 4.
Wonder if Austin Hutcherson still has eligibility
That would be just fine. To be clear, we have guys that can bring the ball up and get us into actions. Hell, David did it a TON in East Lansing.
I just want as many experienced ballhandlers as humanly possible.
As @Fly Illini Fly! points out, there is a nice 20-25 minute role available.
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They are still learning how to count
Sure. But Harmon and DGL were 2 of the top 3 reserve guards. And honestly once Domask blew up, Luke who was “the top guard” off the bench was as really mostly playing the 3. And Harmon minutes by end of year were significantly cut
Davis and Morillo are already the top two guards.
TheFlyingIllini1317
- Chicago, IL
How about Tevian Jones off the bench