Kyle Washington

[GGGG]

Does anyone have a grad transfer update?  I'm still concerned that next year team has 10 players (three open) so we have space and potentially time available. 

I still think a priority has to be picking up grad transfers for next year.  (At this point a 15 HS grad won't work because the roster is full after next year.

Not looking likely.

[Juan Anderson's Mixtape]

If we sign Washington, does that take us out of the running for Amir Coffey?

I don't think it does.  Too much time for attrition via transfer, a player turning pro, etc.  A lot to play out yet.  Plus I wouldn't be shocked if Coffey decides to wait until spring in order to see what kind of offers he might get with a big SR year.

[GGGG]

I don't think it does.  Too much time for attrition via transfer, a player turning pro, etc.  A lot to play out yet.  Plus I wouldn't be shocked if Coffey decides to wait until spring in order to see what kind of offers he might get with a big SR year.

I think the Hauser commit is more likely to take us out of the Coffey running.

[Juan Anderson's Mixtape]

I think the Hauser commit is more likely to take us out of the Coffey running.

Depends on a lot of things.  Will HE turn pro?  Does Wojo believe in oversigning or not?  What is Coffey's timeline and who else offers him?  Will they're be an unhappy wing that transfers?  Will Wally leave to train for the Olympics?  How many recruits does Wojo adopt? How many walk-ons will Giannis pay for?

[Jay Bee]

I think the Hauser commit is more likely to take us out of the Coffey running.

Yes, more so than Washington on a positional-need basis. That said, neither do. Amir is quite versatile.

Related note... I wouldn't project Amir or Kyle as super-high usage guys... They can work well in different roles offensively

[Dawson Rental]

But wait ... I was supposed to be "concerned" because Wojo didn't have a plan.

I'm guessing that you were never able to quite get there though... 

[TAMU, Knower of Ball]

If we sign Washington, does that take us out of the running for Amir Coffey?

If we can get Coffey, I guarantee a scholarship will appear

[Dawson Rental]

I'm importing this into this thread from the "official transfer thread" in case anyone hasn't seen it there, and to increase my post count.

A DePaul Alum in the New York area, Dan Stack, got an interview with Washington for a website called Today's U.  Here's what he got.

Ex-North Carolina State forward/center Kyle Washington has released a list of 10 schools he is considering transferring to on Wednesday. After two years in Raleigh, Washington wants a fresh start and he talked with TodaysU about his future plans.

Among the schools (in no order) he is considering are: Kansas, West Virginia, Cincinnati, Providence, Butler, Marquette, Iowa, Iowa State, Arizona State and Xavier.

“I like that they (the schools) focused on my strengths and where I need to get better, “ Washington said about what attracted him to these programs. “A lot of these schools have a history of doing well with people in my position. They have a history of doing well with transfers.”

Washington, a native of Champlin, Minnesota (although his family is now in New York) said location is not of the utmost importance, but it could play a factor.

“A little bit,” Washington said when asked about the location of the school being a factor. “As long as I’m comfortable with where I’m at, I’m happy and I’m in a good situation that I like, than everything will be alright.”

Washington, a 6’9”, 230-pound forward/center, has always been an energy guy with the Wolfpack. He possesses boundless enthusiasm and always plays with a high motor. With his playing time getting squeezed at N.C. State, he thinks now is time for a change of scenery.

“I saw myself in a different light than coach (Mark) Gottfried did,” Washington said. “I felt it would be better for me and my family to move on. I’m grateful for my opportunity at N.C. State, and playing in one of the best conferences in the nation.”

Washington is coming off a season in which he averaged 6.8 points, 4.1 rebounds and 1.1 blocks per game on .467 percent shooting from the the field and .718 percent from the free-throw line. He can also step out and hit the occasional three. Washington has nice range, as he connected on .538 percent of his three-point attempts (7-13).

To date, Washington has scored 404 points, pulled down 278 rebounds and blocked 58 shots in his career with the Pack. For whatever school he chooses, he’ll bring a versatile set of skills to his new team, as Washington can score, rebound and block shots. Washington can certainly do a lot of things well for a big man.

He thinks he can add an extra dimension to the next school he chooses.

“My approach to the game (is a strength),” Washington added. “I take basketball, winning and being successful seriously. It’s about the team first and then the individual. I want to be the best (and ) I want my team to be the best. I’m a very positive thinker. I don’t think about any negativity and that’s one of my best attributes.”

Washington wants to be thorough with his decision and will not rush the process. He will have two years of eligibility left at the school he chooses. Washington will have to sit out next season, as per NCAA Division I transfer rules.

“I just want to be sure I’m happy with my decision,” Washington said. “I want a coach that has a vision for me moving forward”

[JamilJaeJamailJrJuan]

Does anyone have a grad transfer update?  I'm still concerned that next year team has 10 players (three open) so we have space and potentially time available.  

I still think a priority has to be picking up grad transfers for next year.  (At this point a 15 HS grad won't work because the roster is full after next year.

There are two open schollies for 15-16, only one for 16-17. If we grab Washington, 16-17's roster would be full with 13 schollies (that will change), and we'd still have one available for 15-16. 

[JamilJaeJamailJrJuan]

Have been hopeful on Kyle since hearing of his transfer out of NC State. Him being from my high school is a plus, but really do think the fit is lovely. He liked the school back when Buzz was here.. hoping this deal is sealed soon!

Beej, what year did you graduate from Benilde?

[MisterJaylenBrownMU]

When he reclassified in 2013, Washington had offers from the likes of Memphis, Ohio State, Baylor, Florida, Louisville, Washington, Notre Dame, Miami, Iowa State, Marquette, Wisconsin, and Xavier. That's a pretty nice list of interested suitors.  I know he got a raw deal at N.C. State getting passed over by Freeman, but I think he'd be a solid addition here.  Loads of talent.

[Jay Bee]

Beej, what year did you graduate from Benilde?

Long ago. Before Devean George did.

[MuMark]

Mike Hopkins #pcbb ‏@pcbb1917  40m40 minutes ago
NC State soph transfer Kyle Washington scheduled to visit Marquette June 5-7, per source. Has 2 years of eligibility left #mubb @becb_sbn

[wadesworld]

Mike Hopkins #pcbb ‏@pcbb1917  40m40 minutes ago
NC State soph transfer Kyle Washington scheduled to visit Marquette June 5-7, per source. Has 2 years of eligibility left #mubb @becb_sbn

Outstanding.

[Pakuni]

Mike Hopkins #pcbb ‏@pcbb1917  40m40 minutes ago
NC State soph transfer Kyle Washington scheduled to visit Marquette June 5-7, per source. Has 2 years of eligibility left #mubb @becb_sbn

What's the weather forecast?

[jsglow]

Mike Hopkins #pcbb ‏@pcbb1917  40m40 minutes ago
NC State soph transfer Kyle Washington scheduled to visit Marquette June 5-7, per source. Has 2 years of eligibility left #mubb @becb_sbn

Let's hope he follows the model and commits within a couple days after that.  03eng, immediately plan another poorly timed podcast.

[tower912]

What's the weather forecast?

It will be raining talented transfers and other commits.  

[esotericmindguy]

What's the weather forecast?

You guys and your running "inside" jokes make it nauseating to read the board. It hijacks nearly every thread. They aren't funny, never were funny and are extremely tiresome. Somehow you've created some tournament on these and others celebrate it. Just stop.

[wadesworld]

You guys and your running "inside" jokes make it nauseating to read the board. It hijacks nearly every thread. They aren't funny, never were funny and are extremely tiresome. Somehow you've created some tournament on these and others celebrate it. Just stop.

Cloudy but warm that weekend.  Low to mid 70s.  A chance of rain, so you won't need the sprinkler out that weekend or else you'll see the bike tire tracks I'm leaving in your yard.

[The Lens]

You guys and your running "inside" jokes make it nauseating to read the board. It hijacks nearly every thread. They aren't funny, never were funny and are extremely tiresome. Somehow you've created some tournament on these and others celebrate it. Just stop.

Sigh, you're worse than a Groin Pull

[Sharpie]

Sigh, you're worse than a Groin Pull

+10000

[barfolomew]

What's the weather forecast?

[barfolomew]

You guys and your running "inside" jokes make it nauseating to read the board. It hijacks nearly every thread. They aren't funny, never were funny and are extremely tiresome. Somehow you've created some tournament on these and others celebrate it. Just stop.

[MUCrew]

Based on who we've been mentioned with...is there a pecking order in who we'd like to have committed?

[Nukem2]

You guys and your running "inside" jokes make it nauseating to read the board. It hijacks nearly every thread. They aren't funny, never were funny and are extremely tiresome. Somehow you've created some tournament on these and others celebrate it. Just stop.

Yes, it is overly nauseating.  Getting tired of the nonsense on this board.  Even the Bucky boys recognize the too often juvenile/tacky/biased nature of this forum.  Hard to believe that the vast majority of these folks are college educated.