Kolek planning to go pro
For most players, even some of the top ones, it takes time to relate to the speed of Division I ball. If he plays, Cadougan will have to learn in the toughest environment on our schedule -- Big East play.Can he penetrate at this level? Can he make those passes out of the lane when the players are 6'9'' instead of the 6'4'' ones he saw in high school? Can he understand the spacing of the offense coming in cold? Can he understand that turning up the tempo in high school is different then when to turn it up in college?These are the questions Buzz will ask and answer before he decides whether to let the Bulldog roam the court.Normally, I'd say we're at risk of losing Acker or Cubillan mentally if Cadougan comes back. Not that the Bulldog would play 25 minutes straight away but imagine being in their shoes and the coach decides to play a kid who's never seen the court in college -- and does it in the heart of Big East play.But those two are seniors and both have been to hell and back in the program and are very strong. I think both realize they have 20 games left in their careers and anything that helps the team is good. Besides, it may also serve to free up their minds a bit and let them play at their relaxed best.
By the time he gets in real game shape, too much of the season will have passed for it to be worthwhile. Don't kill a year of eligibility for a few months of so-so play.
I think Buzz owes it to Junior to be completely honest with him about his role if he returns this year. If it's going to be 1-2 minutes in garbage time in blow-outs, Buzz needs to tell him that. Whatever roll Buzz sees for Junior, he should tell him. Maymon's allegations aside, I've always had the impression that Buzz is straight with his players.
This year we will be a bubble team. Junior could put us over the edge--that is valuable to both the school and Buzz. As such, his contributions will likely be more valuable to us (in terms of revenue) this year, than in 4 years.
Wow, I'm very concerned for Benny. Being able to mimic Myron Medcalf's writing so closely implies an oncoming case of dementia.
I'll say the same thing I did with Trevor 2 years ago. If the DOCTORS say he's cleared and the coach AND player want to play, then LET HIM PLAY.
Can he play the 5 spot?
The Bucks' medical staff cleared Michael Redd to play also.
I think Buzz owes it to Junior to be completely honest with him about his role if he returns this year. If it's going to be 1-2 minutes in garbage time in blow-outs, Buzz needs to tell him that. Whatever roll Buzz sees for Junior, he should tell him. Maymon's allegations aside, I've always had the impression that Buzz is straight with his players.Then, once Junior knows his role, if the doctors clear him and he wants to return, he should be allowed to return. If Junior is willing to use a year of eligibility to play a bit of garbage time, he should be allowed to do that. However, if that's the case, I certainly wouldn't mind Buzz tried very hard to persuade Junior to sit out the year.
if he is healthhy he wont be playing no 1-2 freaking minutes!!! If he is healthy he will be playing starter minutes!! This guy is abig time recruit ala DJ, and Diener as Freshman PG's.
I'm fine either way, as long as he does not get hurt again by coming back to quickly. I am encouraged by the fact that it has healed quickly and that by next year he will be 100%. I had worried with a injury like this that it might take away quickness and jumping ability.
Its not as simple as being cleared=capable of playing d-1 bball. He still has to get 100% game shape and regain muscle. He's been out for how long?
Sorry if this has been posted before.... been away from a computer for about 4 days....but I just watched the game against PC and with about 4 minutes left in the second half I saw JC in full uniform, warm up top and yellow headband (matching Lazar's) coming to the court for a timeout and thinking is he ready?
I hate to bring this up, but the decision could be an indication of Buzz's future plans. Buzz is more likely to encourage Cadougan to red shirt, if Buzz plans on being here for the long run. If he views MU as a stepping stone, then he is going to do everything to win right away. That may of been part of the reason why Crean let Mbakwe play. I do believe Buzz is happy here and I expect him to stay a long time. I do not think Buzz is feeling the pressure to win this year to save his job, which would be another reason for Buzz to play Cadougan. I think the decision should be made by Cadougan's mother and I hope he does not play this year.