Our Draft Drought

[Handy Johnson]

While our lack of participation in this yearly event has been well documented, it’s interesting to note Northwestern is right there with us: Evan Eschmeyer in ‘99 by NJ. Surprisingly Goldy the Gopher is next up the ladder with Kris Humphries in ‘04 (pre-Kardashian) to the Jazz. Then it’s Rutgers in ‘10 with Hamady N’Diaye to the Wolves. Michigan St. has the most draft picks in that time frame with 12 followed by OSU with 11...

[AuroranHusker]

Nebrasketball had a bunch of NBA players who played at NU in the 90s.

 

 

[cipsucks]

The NBA isn't the only draft where NU has fallen on hard times.  NFL and MLB have been really lacking as of late.  The good news is, it's all about to change in all 3 sports.  Take that, B1G!

[Handy Johnson]

It goes without saying, maybe the best thing about Hoiberg, Frost & Bolt isn’t their resume/experience or “Nebraska ties” it’s their relative youth. If things play out as we all hope, they could have John Cook, Francis Allen or Peppin type careers at the U!

[colhusker]

1 hour ago, Handy Johnson said:

It goes without saying, maybe the best thing about Hoiberg, Frost & Bolt isn’t their resume/experience or “Nebraska ties” it’s their relative youth. If things play out as we all hope, they could have John Cook, Francis Allen or Peppin type careers at the U!

Would say TO has a similar career at NU compared to the three you listed. And we should add the shooting team and bowling team coaches to this list.

Edited June 18, 2019 by colhusker

[Handy Johnson]

15 hours ago, AuroranHusker said:

Nebrasketball had a bunch of NBA players who played at NU in the 90s.

 

 

5 NCAA Tournament appearances give weight to this notion: Good players = Good teams.

[Handy Johnson]

22 minutes ago, colhusker said:

Would say TO has a similar career at NU compared to the three you listed. And we should add the shooting team and bowling team coaches to this list.

For sure, I left T.O. off my short list because what he accomplished won’t be replicated anywhere, anytime...

[colhusker]

1 hour ago, Handy Johnson said:

For sure, I left T.O. off my short list because what he accomplished won’t be replicated anywhere, anytime...

Can't argue that although Saban is pretty close.

[Norm Peterson]

13 minutes ago, colhusker said:

Can't argue that although Saban is pretty close.

 

Saban has a bigger recruiting budget.  

[NUtball]

45 minutes ago, Norm Peterson said:

 

Saban has a bigger recruiting budget.  

 

I've also heard he sold his soul to himse....................errr, um, the devil.

[Handy Johnson]

Not to go on a complete Football rant here, BUT Osborne's worst record (as we all know) was 9-3-1, in TWENTY FIVE years. That will never, never ever happen again. Plus he's not saddled with the Miami Dolphin debacle, like Saban or his so-so time at Michigan St.   

[Handy Johnson]

Anyway, back to  the matter at hand. Hopefully Roby will be the first of MANY Huskers drafted in the very near future. I'm convinced he'll go early 2nd round, hopefully to a team that will bring him along slow & not bury him on the bench. 

[Bugeaters1]

I'm indrought as well.

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[Nebrasketball1979]

The Golden State Warriors acquired an extra 2nd round pick this morning - #41 from the Atlanta Hawks.  They are likely losing Durant, Bogut is old, and Cousins is likely gone to another team.  Golden State was one of a handful of teams that interviewed Roby during the combine and they also had him out recently for a private workout.  I'm calling my shot and saying that Roby ends our 21st Century draft drought and is selected #41 by the Golden State Warriors.

[hhcmatt]

54 minutes ago, Nebrasketball1979 said:

The Golden State Warriors acquired an extra 2nd round pick this morning - #41 from the Atlanta Hawks.  They are likely losing Durant, Bogut is old, and Cousins is likely gone to another team.  Golden State was one of a handful of teams that interviewed Roby during the combine and they also had him out recently for a private workout.  I'm calling my shot and saying that Roby ends our 21st Century draft drought and is selected #41 by the Golden State Warriors.

 

FWIW saw this today

 

 

[Handy Johnson]

FWIW Dan Patrick has it on "good sources" that Klay Thompson is on his way to playing for his father's team, the Los Angeles Lakers. I'd love to see Roby go to a high-profile squad with a Championship pedigree. Durant's status is obviously up in the air as well, but he WOULD get valuable minutes with the Warriors and who wouldn't want to live/play in the City by the Bay?

[cipsucks]

1 hour ago, Handy Johnson said:

 Durant's status is obviously up in the air as well, but he WOULD get valuable minutes with the Warriors and who wouldn't want to live/play in the City by the Bay?

 

His footwork would serve him well, there.  Lot of human feces to dodge on the streets.  

[The Polish Rifle]

Bahe said Roby will go in the 30s. I’m very excited for him, watching closely now.

[Norm Peterson]

Cleveland just took Matty Kavas with the 26th pick of the draft.

[HuskerActuary]

Do you guys hear that? It's our NBA draft drought, screaming for help as it senses its death very soon 

[The Polish Rifle]

4 minutes ago, HuskerActuary said:

Do you guys hear that? It's our NBA draft drought, screaming for help as it senses its death very soon 

Patiently waiting now. 

[FredsSlacks]

whelp, not going in the 1st round.

[colhusker]

43 minutes ago, FredsSlacks said:

whelp, not going in the 1st round.

Hope he goes soon but not surprised he was not taken in 1st round.  

[colhusker]

Given the NBA doesn't recognize trades until July, is there a place to see where draft picks are actually going?

 

[FredsSlacks]

16 picks left...