B-town hoopsfan

Only recruit high school kids that are within 500 miles of Lincoln is my thought. 
 
hopefully at some point NIL contracts become 2 year deals between players and universities 

Only recruit high school kids that are within 500 miles of Lincoln is my thought. 
 
hopefully at some point NIL contracts become 2 year deals between players and universities 

People said we need to be more athletic like A&M. Well we just got a little closer. 

Eli Rice is very athletic.

we shouldn’t want Payne anyways,  doesn’t fit what we do at all 

2 bigs, 1 that’s a stretchier 4 with some bounce and another who’s more traditional to play opposing 5s.
 
Then just 2 guys we think will have a chance to actually be here next year regardless of position.  Suspect these two need to be from towns within X miles of Lincoln. 
 
At some point whatever we call what the current portal is will get some restrictions put on it(hopefully sooner than later imo) and just adding 10 new players each year is gonna be tougher than it is now.  Plus this is the last round of covid seniors so the portal should shrink next year regardless 

Not everyone on the team will be an explosive freak.  And not everyone on the team is going to be a Larry Bird in skill and IQ.  The key is to find the right pairing.  
 
Mast is an incredible resource at the 5 because of his ability to shoot and pass.  He's an okay rebounder.  But he struggles blocking shots and finishing at the rim.  That's why a guy like Kyle is key.
 
You can also get away with a guy like Gary at the 4 if Morgan is in.  He's more of your traditional post.   Which frees Gary up some.
 
It's about balance and complimentary pieces

And can we all agree to not get too overexcited about the token 6’11” high ceiling 17 year old we bring in this summer to be on the scout team next season 

Last two seasons Worster has averaged 5+ assists to <2 TO. 
 
That’s a very big deal.  
 
If he can get his 3pt shot above 30% it sure would be nice.  But he gets to the rim really well in P&R and is a deadly passer.  Do-it-all player everywhere else.  5rbs a game from your PG adds up and helps the team a ton in offensive transition. 
 
Great get.  
 
Put 4 other shooters on the court with this kid and it really is pick your poison.  

Say what you will about recruiting rankings, but Griffiths was a top 40 recruit by Rivals, by ESPN, by 247 Sports and by ON3. He played one season of college basketball and has three years remaining and is a 6-8 shooter. If Fred helps this kind find his stroke (which he will)...

Wish she was closer to 6 foot but looks like she can shoot it as well as having some off the bounce game.  

Yeah Milicic is an elite shooter. And 6-10. Sign me up.

Late Monday morning I plan to let you know if I think Fidler is under or over rated 🙏

hopefully it’s a wash,. You had to watch allick in person to appreciate what he brought to the table.  Literally unteachable the effort and passion he brought to the court every time he stepped foot on it.

hopefully it’s a wash,. You had to watch allick in person to appreciate what he brought to the table.  Literally unteachable the effort and passion he brought to the court every time he stepped foot on it.

No offense, Cazzie, but I don't think Kentucky is calling you...

Feels like part of the formula was supposed to be a traditional center that didn't have a debilitating leg injury

Everything is a bummer for Oregon St and Wazzu.

I’m with you ideally Morgan is the first big off the bench. Playing 20-25 minutes a game. Reink is def more skilled and probably a better shooter, Morgan is a better athlete and hopefully a better rebounder/post defender. 
 
im all in on Kyle with the rest of you but I really struggle to see how Payne would fit into our offense 

Saw two of Oregon states best players are now in the portal,  real bummer there as they coulda been legit title contenders next year I think 

Maybe a hot take, but I was really impressed with Hannah Stuelke. I'm not sure how effective Clark could have been this season without her.
 
As much as some people hate to hear this, Clark herself has helped to transform that Iowa program. And brought a lot of attention back to women's sports. I can disagree with a lot of things about Clark herself, but that part I can't deny.

So were Josiah Allick's numbers this year. That doesn't tell the story. I'm not saying he couldn't have a role here. But it wouldn't be Derrick Walker's role. Payne can't handle the ball and doesn't see the floor like that. They're just very different players. 

The drop step dunk through two defenders on his film looked fairly athletic to me. 
it has been a while since we have had anybody do that in a game or even try it
 

There is real value in having a starting caliber player who doesn’t have any pro aspirations. A guy who isn’t trying to showcase or advertise his individual skillset to pro scouts. Just wants to contribute and play for a great college team for one more year before going back to the family farm.