According to tweets by Jeff Goodman:
"Texas A&M transfer Jamal Branch's father, Jerome, told me his son wants to play in Big East- and that Marquette is at/near top of his list."
"Now the question becomes whether Buzz Williams and Marquette want Branch."
What about this kid? What's close to Toronto?
http://espn.go.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/7420764/missouri-tigers-say-kadeem-green-plans-transfer
Branch, fwiw, was ranked 52 in last year's RSCI and 51st by ESPN. He's a point guard with good size (6'3", 170) who reportedly had offers from the likes of Kansas, Texas and UCLA. Scout named him the best defender in the class of 2011.
Unless there's some off-court issues we don't know about, this would be a great get for MU.
Quote from: Markaz3 on January 03, 2012, 04:02:19 PM
What about this kid? What's close to Toronto?
http://espn.go.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/7420764/missouri-tigers-say-kadeem-green-plans-transfer
Jr.'s from Toronto that might help.
The kid has talent. Lot's of rumors going around down there. Some say the dad was not liking the kid's playing time. I guess he was recruited by Turgeon not Kennedy. Also rumors that Branch claimed the team was undisciplined and didnt like some of the off court activities of some players and Kennedy ignored Branch's concerns. Also dad wanted more christian type school. So there you have it. Who knows
Quote from: Pakuni on January 03, 2012, 04:02:56 PM
Branch, fwiw, was ranked 52 in last year's RSCI and 51st by ESPN. He's a point guard with good size (6'3", 170) who reportedly had offers from the likes of Kansas, Texas and UCLA. Scout named him the best defender in the class of 2011.
Unless there's some off-court issues we don't know about, this would be a great get for MU.
Couldn't agree more, a quality PG who can defend is always welcome.
Quote from: Pakuni on January 03, 2012, 04:02:56 PM
Branch, fwiw, was ranked 52 in last year's RSCI and 51st by ESPN. He's a point guard with good size (6'3", 170) who reportedly had offers from the likes of Kansas, Texas and UCLA. Scout named him the best defender in the class of 2011.
Unless there's some off-court issues we don't know about, this would be a great get for MU.
He's a Chelsea Supporter http://www.aggieathletics.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=27300&ATCLID=205237424
his name is Jamal and he's from Texas. Players with J names from texas is all buzz recruits. Cadougan would be a senior next year, he'd be a great addition as a point guard
http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/basketball/recruiting/player-Jamal-Branch-70420
I like his resume. I don't like his Dad's interference. Sound's too familiar.
Well all those fans wishing for another point- this ought to please. Certainly seems like he would be a nice get as well. Buzz is really garnering a lot of new attention for recruits.
I think you gotta take him. Then Buzz will add Nunn too and we'll be ready to roll.
The comments I've read from Aggies fans seem to think he'll go to Maryland to be with Turgeon. It would be great if we could land him. Would he be considered a mid-year transfer and be eligible 2nd semester of next year?
Not that it has ever stopped anyone, but regardless of whether he's a mid year transfer or would redshirt a year we currently have no scholarships available for next year
Quote from: The Maestro on January 03, 2012, 04:43:41 PM
Would he be considered a mid-year transfer and be eligible 2nd semester of next year?
Yes, that is correct.
To do so, he would have to transfer into MU before 2nd semester classes begin. Which I believe start on Jan. 17th.
I may have mentioned this before, but I think a big should be the top priority. That said, Branch is a stud. I talked to some Aggie fans last year who seemed more concerned with Branch staying in the fold than who would replace Turgeon. Great prospect, my only question is if else need another 6'2"-6'4" combo guard.
So, first Branch goes to A&M - I'm unaware that he even considered MU. 2ND, Turgeon leaves A&M and rumors fly "Maybe Buzz Williams would leave Marquette for this Great opportunity". 3rd, Buzz extends deal with Marquette. 4Th, Kendrick Nunn commits to A&M. 5Th, Nunn decommits. 6Th Rumors and actions indicate Nunn is interested in MU. Now reports Branch is interested in MU.
The Aggies are probably pretty sick of hearing about Marquette and Buzz Williams!
Interesting article from way back.
ST. LOUIS - There were a number of talented 2011 prospects at the Nike Hoop Jamboree, and none were more impressive than combo guard Austin Rivers.
Guards
Austin Rivers- Looks to be the complete package as a combo guard. Rivers handles with savvy, scores multiple ways and has the length and athleticism to defend and rebound his position. The son of Celtics coach Doc Rivers simply has a whole lot of game and has the potential to be a dominant player as he gets physically stronger.
Nick Johnson- Maybe not quite the point guard that Rivers is, Johnson shares the same qualities as Rivers. A strong two foot jumper, Johnson is a serious scoring threat in the midrange area with his advanced repertoire of shots.
Derrick Wilson- Built like a running back, Wilson has a highly skilled game to go along with his explosive strength. A force around the rim as a scorer and rebounder, Wilson can also score the ball effectively from the outside and has the basketball IQ to run a team.
Jamal Branch- A smooth athlete with a dose of athleticism, Branch is oozing with upside. He scores the ball well off the dribble, shows instincts on the defensive side of the ball and will only get better as he gets stronger.
Cezar Guerrero- A tremendous ball handler, Guerrero is a natural scorer who makes the difficult shot look easy. At the same time his ability to make the tough shot can work against him as he has a tendency to force the issue as a scorer to the detriment of team play. Nonetheless, you can't ignore the talent that he possesses.
Wayne Blackshear- The long and lanky guard really looked good shooting the ball from outside. Going to the basket, he didn't always have the same success, however, because of a lack of strength. But if he tightens up his handle and improves his strength, Blackshear will have quite a complete game as a shooting guard.
http://cleveland.rivals.com/content.asp?SID=1072&CID=818638
As I was looking for info on Branch, I noticed this article mentioned DWill.
I want THAT DWill to show up soon!!!
can he shoot? if so i say take him i dont care what we gotta do.
Quote from: brewcity77 on January 03, 2012, 05:06:15 PM
Great prospect, my only question is if else need another 6'2"-6'4" combo guard.
His scouting report on ESPN mentions that he is a true PG twice.
"Branch is a true point guard with a good feel for the game"
"True point guard with excellent size"
Talented true point? Save him a seat in ENGL2, THEO20, CMST21, and PHIL 50 this semester...or whatever the new course names might be.
What isn't being talked about is Texas A&M hiring John Reese, a local high school coach, as an assistant and signing his son J-Mychal to a LOI this November. You guessed it, J-Mychal is a highly rated point guard.
When you end up playing as a freshman for a staff that didn't recruit you and this staffs first signing is a top rated local player who plays the same position as you, it's understandable when you may want to look for a different opportunity.
Now THAT makes sense why he wants to leave.
I probably would too.
Get that man a plane ticket and a Marquette backpack.
Quote from: Markaz3 on January 03, 2012, 04:02:19 PM
What about this kid? What's close to Toronto?
http://espn.go.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/7420764/missouri-tigers-say-kadeem-green-plans-transfer
Syracuse is close to Toronto. It is my belief that mid-season transfers come from a bad thought process and therefore I will pass on any mid-season transfer.
Quote from: HaywardsHeroes32 on January 03, 2012, 06:19:34 PM
can he shoot? if so i say take him i dont care what we gotta do.
http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/basketball/recruiting/player-Jamal-Branch-70420
Outstanding shooting, passing, rebounding. Good handling. Top 70, 6'3". I'll take it.
I'd say we have to get this kid. Then we'd have Jamil, Jamal, Jamail and Jamal all on the same team!! Buzz would have to come up with code names. ;D
He had offers from Duke and UNC
Quote from: chapman on January 03, 2012, 06:52:33 PM
Talented true point? Save him a seat in ENGL2, THEO20, CMST21, and PHIL 50 this semester...or whatever the new course names might be.
Pretty much just add 1000 to everything and you're in the ballpark
Quote from: MUrugger on January 03, 2012, 10:41:21 PM
I'd say we have to get this kid. Then we'd have Jamil, Jamal, Jamail and Jamal all on the same team!!
I doubt it.
Quote from: The Sultan of South Wayne on January 04, 2012, 06:51:09 AMI doubt it.
+1
One other note...we do currently have a scholarship for Branch this year. Even with Thomas, we only have 12 guys on scholarship. But it would mean someone isn't back in 2012-13.
Quote from: brewcity77 on January 04, 2012, 07:55:03 AM
+1
One other note...we do currently have a scholarship for Branch this year. Even with Thomas, we only have 12 guys on scholarship. But it would mean someone isn't back in 2012-13.
Well, that is what I meant. If we accept him, then someone would have to leave (or not show)...and one of those names is my best guess.
Quote from: The Sultan of South Wayne on January 04, 2012, 09:31:29 AMWell, that is what I meant. If we accept him, then someone would have to leave (or not show)...and one of those names is my best guess.
My initial post before editing was just the +1, I agree with you completely, and the comment about the current open scholarship was more for others that may have forgotten ;)
So, let the speculatin' begin as to to who's tranferrin'. I'm figurin' on Jones, Blue wouldn't surprise me, and Durley never showin' up to begin with.
Quote from: 4everwarriors on January 04, 2012, 10:19:01 AM
So, let the speculatin' begin as to to who's tranferrin'. I'm figurin' on Jones, Blue wouldn't surprise me, and Durley never showin' up to begin with.
Blue would shock me, but there is no reason to believe that anyone is transferring in at all.
And it would surprise me if Durley was here next year.
Quote from: 4everwarriors on January 04, 2012, 10:19:01 AMSo, let the speculatin' begin as to to who's tranferrin'. I'm figurin' on Jones, Blue wouldn't surprise me, and Durley never showin' up to begin with.
I've been avoiding this for at least 6 weeks now. In response to your suggestions, I would say that I highly doubt it's the local kid that has seemingly cemented a starting role, and the last time Durley's name came up, both he and his mom were adamant that he'd be here in Fall.
So was Newbill and his posse.
Quote from: 4everwarriors on January 04, 2012, 10:19:01 AM
So, let the speculatin' begin as to to who's tranferrin'. I'm figurin' on Jones, Blue wouldn't surprise me, and Durley never showin' up to begin with.
I'll go with Jones, as bad as blue has performed in big games he still hasn't seen the floor. Add to that Anderson and the bevy of forwards coming in the future doesn't look great for him at MU. Its hard for shooters (basing this on how he was portrayed before MU) to get comfortable when the leash is short.
Not sure why Blue would leave, seems to me Buzz has given him every opportunity to be successful. And based on MU's history with landing big men I can't imagine Durley not showing up.
Quote from: 4everwarriors on January 04, 2012, 10:35:00 AMSo was Newbill and his posse.
Newbill never signed his LOI. From all reports, Durley did.
Blue's a younger than usual sophomore. The extra year may do him some good. I just question how happy/frustrated he may be with his slow offensive improvement. Athletes often blame the system and not themselves. May be all wet with this, but can't help but wonder especially watching his body language.
I think Newbill never completed his app to the University. It's all semantics because in essence, he was recruited over.
Quote from: 77ncaachamps on January 03, 2012, 06:19:19 PM
Interesting article from way back.
ST. LOUIS - There were a number of talented 2011 prospects at the Nike Hoop Jamboree, and none were more impressive than combo guard Austin Rivers.
Guards
Austin Rivers- Looks to be the complete package as a combo guard. Rivers handles with savvy, scores multiple ways and has the length and athleticism to defend and rebound his position. The son of Celtics coach Doc Rivers simply has a whole lot of game and has the potential to be a dominant player as he gets physically stronger.
Nick Johnson- Maybe not quite the point guard that Rivers is, Johnson shares the same qualities as Rivers. A strong two foot jumper, Johnson is a serious scoring threat in the midrange area with his advanced repertoire of shots.
Derrick Wilson- Built like a running back, Wilson has a highly skilled game to go along with his explosive strength. A force around the rim as a scorer and rebounder, Wilson can also score the ball effectively from the outside and has the basketball IQ to run a team.
Jamal Branch- A smooth athlete with a dose of athleticism, Branch is oozing with upside. He scores the ball well off the dribble, shows instincts on the defensive side of the ball and will only get better as he gets stronger.
Cezar Guerrero- A tremendous ball handler, Guerrero is a natural scorer who makes the difficult shot look easy. At the same time his ability to make the tough shot can work against him as he has a tendency to force the issue as a scorer to the detriment of team play. Nonetheless, you can't ignore the talent that he possesses.
Wayne Blackshear- The long and lanky guard really looked good shooting the ball from outside. Going to the basket, he didn't always have the same success, however, because of a lack of strength. But if he tightens up his handle and improves his strength, Blackshear will have quite a complete game as a shooting guard.
http://cleveland.rivals.com/content.asp?SID=1072&CID=818638
As I was looking for info on Branch, I noticed this article mentioned DWill.
I want THAT DWill to show up soon!!!
This post shows all the reasons that branch will not attend MU...
We already have a good freshman PG. Hasnt shown the scoring ability yet, but not becuase he cannot. he has shown the defense and the PG vision and distribution and lack of turnovers. he will score when needed. We are fine at PG. Junior has been a lttle undrwhelming but DWill has been pretty darn good.
Quote from: Canadian Dimes on January 04, 2012, 12:35:43 PMThis post shows all the reasons that branch will not attend MU...
We already have a good freshman PG. Hasnt shown the scoring ability yet, but not becuase he cannot. he has shown the defense and the PG vision and distribution and lack of turnovers. he will score when needed. We are fine at PG. Junior has been a lttle undrwhelming but DWill has been pretty darn good.
One recruiting report from one summer camp does not a recruit make. I like DW, I think he can be a very good PG for us, but I'm not sold that he's ever going to be a great starter. He has shown zero acumen for scoring the basketball. I'm not going to say ratings are the be-all, end-all, but he's looked like a solid backup point that can defend and calm things down, but won't light the world on fire.
Branch, on the other hand, is a RSCI #52 player that was ranked top-100 by every major scouting service. That doesn't guarantee he'll be a stud by any means, but with Junior graduating after next year, I don't see any reason Buzz wouldn't want to give him an opportunity.
Also...a lot of rumors as to why Branch left. Sounds like it was a lot more than PT. Not that college players smoking marijuana is something that would shock or disturb most, but maybe a lack of control by Gillispie over his program. Can't imagine his health issues are instilling much confidence, either.
http://texags.com/main/forum.reply.asp?topic_id=2013516&forum_id=7
From a poster there:
"Jamal's best buddy said he has expressed concern over lack of off court discipline for a few weeks. Apparently was offered weed by other players at a party, and when he mentioned it to Kennedy he was blown off. That was sometime around Thanksgiving. That rumor is directly from the horse's mouth" Who knows the veracity to a random message board poster, but I don't get the impression that Branch is just a problem child who will be disruptive.
Quote from: brewcity77 on January 04, 2012, 10:39:42 AM
Newbill never signed his LOI. From all reports, Durley did.
Both Newbill & Durley signs NLIs.
Quote from: brewcity77 on January 04, 2012, 12:51:34 PM
Also...a lot of rumors as to why Branch left. Sounds like it was a lot more than PT. Not that college players smoking marijuana is something that would shock or disturb most, but maybe a lack of control by Gillispie over his program. Can't imagine his health issues are instilling much confidence, either.
http://texags.com/main/forum.reply.asp?topic_id=2013516&forum_id=7
From a poster there: "Jamal's best buddy said he has expressed concern over lack of off court discipline for a few weeks. Apparently was offered weed by other players at a party, and when he mentioned it to Kennedy he was blown off. That was sometime around Thanksgiving. That rumor is directly from the horse's mouth"
Who knows the veracity to a random message board poster, but I don't get the impression that Branch is just a problem child who will be disruptive.
Kids can leave for any reason they want but not I'm not sure why MU is on top of their list if they're looking for a town other then the one they just left.
You can take this with a grain of salt too, just one opinion, but a very good friend in the office is a gung ho Texas A&M hoops fan who watches every game, and was friends with on of the assistants who went to Maryland, etc. He tells me that the kid was even BETTER than anyone expected him to be this year, and they were all extrememly disappointed he was leaving.
He thought he would be a huge get for us ... of course, he had watched our game against VAndy on TV so he may not realize we are actually pretty good. He talks to a lot of people back at A&M, so I don't know how much this differs from what is being said on their blogs, but sounded good if we do have a chance at him. I don't want to think about the scholarship table right now - certainly there is noone on this team I'd like to see go, but he seems hard to turn down if he does want to come here.
Quote from: The Golden Avalanche on January 04, 2012, 12:59:52 PMKids can leave for any reason they want but not I'm not sure why MU is on top of their list if they're looking for a town other then the one they just left.
Who knows? Maybe he likes our style of play. Maybe he likes that Buzz isn't afraid to suspend guys. Maybe he sees a good chance at playing time with DJO and Junior leaving in the next two years. Maybe he knows and has a good rapport with Buzz. Maybe Buzz reached out when he heard Branch was transferring. Maybe Billy Gillispie recommended his former assistant as a good mentor.
There are a thousand reasons he might want to come here, none of which most of us would know. That doesn't mean the interest isn't valid.
If Branch is as good as advertised, I would park on his doorstep and beg. Wish Jones would show his ability. Durley won't make it to Wisconsin. Any info on Cameron Ridley. He committed to Texas, but didn't sign. Wish we couldn't get an athletic separator under the basket. Any ideas?
Quote from: Jay Bee on January 04, 2012, 12:58:36 PM
Both Newbill & Durley signs NLIs.
Yes...Newbill simply never gained admittance to the University.
Apparently his dad is under the impression that he can't transfer to a Big 12 or SEC team, because Texas A&M is changing conferences. That would obviously narrow his options significantly.
Quote from: Canadian Dimes on January 04, 2012, 12:35:43 PM
This post shows all the reasons that branch will not attend MU...
We already have a good freshman PG. Hasnt shown the scoring ability yet, but not becuase he cannot. he has shown the defense and the PG vision and distribution and lack of turnovers. he will score when needed. We are fine at PG. Junior has been a lttle undrwhelming but DWill has been pretty darn good.
He's good defensively only. One point every 16 minutes. One assist every 14 minutes. I don't want to bank my future at the position on that even if he's 14 games into his career.
Quote from: chapman on January 04, 2012, 03:42:52 PM
He's good defensively only. One point every 16 minutes. One assist every 14 minutes. I don't want to bank my future at the position on that even if he's 14 games into his career.
Has he really shown to be that good defensively against a quicker guard? Sure he looked good against Jordan Taylor, but he got into foul trouble real quick against Villanova.
Quote from: brewcity77 on January 04, 2012, 12:51:34 PM
One recruiting report from one summer camp does not a recruit make. I like DW, I think he can be a very good PG for us, but I'm not sold that he's ever going to be a great starter. He has shown zero acumen for scoring the basketball. I'm not going to say ratings are the be-all, end-all, but he's looked like a solid backup point that can defend and calm things down, but won't light the world on fire.
Branch, on the other hand, is a RSCI #52 player that was ranked top-100 by every major scouting service. That doesn't guarantee he'll be a stud by any means, but with Junior graduating after next year, I don't see any reason Buzz wouldn't want to give him an opportunity.
Also...a lot of rumors as to why Branch left. Sounds like it was a lot more than PT. Not that college players smoking marijuana is something that would shock or disturb most, but maybe a lack of control by Gillispie over his program. Can't imagine his health issues are instilling much confidence, either.
http://texags.com/main/forum.reply.asp?topic_id=2013516&forum_id=7
From a poster there: "Jamal's best buddy said he has expressed concern over lack of off court discipline for a few weeks. Apparently was offered weed by other players at a party, and when he mentioned it to Kennedy he was blown off. That was sometime around Thanksgiving. That rumor is directly from the horse's mouth"
Who knows the veracity to a random message board poster, but I don't get the impression that Branch is just a problem child who will be disruptive.
One recruiting report from one summer camp does not a recruit make.are you referring to DWilson or branch? :o :)
What has branch done that would cause anyone to state he is better than Wislosn or Junior for that matter. cause if you are basing it solely on RSCI than Junior was in about the same range .
Also no one is saying DWilson is or has to be the be all end all at PG for MU in 2013 and 2014. All i am saying is DWilson was rather highly regarded and has shown to me heretofore that by his Junior year will be at a minimum searvice able.
personally i dont beleive branch will be here. i may be wrong but everything Mu has done to this point indicates the lone available scholly is going to a shooter....hopefully Nunn.
If someone leaves that clearly opens another spot and i would have no issue with another PG. But no ones leaving at Semester and unless we take the scholie given to the walkon- if that is even doable branch would have to pay his way for the spring semester
Quote from: brewcity77 on January 04, 2012, 01:06:49 PM
Who knows? Maybe he likes our style of play. Maybe he likes that Buzz isn't afraid to suspend guys. Maybe he sees a good chance at playing time with DJO and Junior leaving in the next two years. Maybe he knows and has a good rapport with Buzz. Maybe Buzz reached out when he heard Branch was transferring. Maybe Billy Gillispie recommended his former assistant as a good mentor.
There are a thousand reasons he might want to come here, none of which most of us would know. That doesn't mean the interest isn't valid.
Firstly, Gillespie has nothing to do with this.
Secondly, I think my point was missed. If young Branch had some concerns over off-the-court discipline in College Station, I don't think he'll find it any different in Milwaukee.
@ CD -- First, RSCI is far more than one recruiting report, so I'd think the answer to your first question would be self-evident. Second, if Branch transfers in, it means he will be using a schollie the second half of this year (currently vacant) and a scholarship in 2012-13, which would require someone currently on the roster to make way. It would have no bearing on Nunn or any other 2013 recruits. Either way, if Branch comes, he can come now and no one else has to leave until after Spring. But if he came, it would mean we knew someone was leaving after the season.
@ GA -- All I'm saying is we don't know his reasons for leaving or why he seems to like Marquette. But just because we don't know doesn't mean the interest isn't there, regardless of the reason.
Quote from: TrueBlueAndGold on January 04, 2012, 02:05:23 PM
Apparently his dad is under the impression that he can't transfer to a Big 12 or SEC team, because Texas A&M is changing conferences. That would obviously narrow his options significantly.
Boy, if they would just add the "can't follow your coach to Maryland" clause that I believe is in most releases, then that could really help narrow it too.
Quote from: The Golden Avalanche on January 04, 2012, 04:18:30 PM
Firstly, Gillespie has nothing to do with this.
Secondly, I think my point was missed. If young Branch had some concerns over off-the-court discipline in College Station, I don't think he'll find it any different in Milwaukee.
my read on the discipline was that there wasn't enough discipline being doled out by the A&M staff and dudes were getting away with stuff that branch didn't care for.
Quote from: Z F-B on January 04, 2012, 05:10:31 PM
my read on the discipline was that there wasn't enough discipline being doled out by the A&M staff and dudes were getting away with stuff that branch didn't care for.
Good thing for us, MU doesn't have a track record for letting student athletes get away with anything.
Quote from: MUrugger on January 03, 2012, 10:41:21 PM
I'd say we have to get this kid. Then we'd have Jamil, Jamal, Jamail and Jamal all on the same team!! Buzz would have to come up with code names. ;D
Jamail is already known as "Mellow", Buzz even referred to him that way in his last press conference.
Quote from: Markaz3 on January 03, 2012, 04:02:19 PM
What about this kid? What's close to Toronto?
http://espn.go.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/7420764/missouri-tigers-say-kadeem-green-plans-transfer
Class of 2010, 6'8" and 200 lbs. in HS. Rated a 89 from ESPN out of HS, and as the 62nd best power forward.
Anyone have insider?
http://insider.espn.go.com/ncb/features/rumors?date=20120104&action=upsell&appRedirect=http%3a%2f%2finsider.espn.go.com%2fncb%2ffeatures%2frumors%3fdate%3d20120104#6249
Quote from: National Champs on January 05, 2012, 08:26:34 AM
Anyone have insider?
http://insider.espn.go.com/ncb/features/rumors?date=20120104&action=upsell&appRedirect=http%3a%2f%2finsider.espn.go.com%2fncb%2ffeatures%2frumors%3fdate%3d20120104#6249
"Last week we wrote about the decision of Texas A&M freshman Jamal Branch to transfer, and now Jeff Goodman of CBSSports.com reports that the freshman guard would like to join Marquette.
The only question is whether Buzz Williams and the Golden Eagles have a mutual interest in the 6-foot-3 point guard.
Branch averaged 4.2 points in 18.6 minutes per game during his short-lived 11-game career with the Aggies. Ranked the No. 51 recruit in the class of 2011 by ESPNU, one has to believe there will be plenty of interest in Branch, whether from Marquette or elsewhere."
Nothing new...
Nothing new on insider,same article as yesterday about Branch.
Saw this tweet this morning:
@LennRobbins: Jamal Branch leaning towards Johnnies over AZ, MD, Marquette, UCLA
He's visiting St. John's this weekend. I sincerely hope MU can get him in for a visit, but I think Maryland will be very, very tough to beat. Mark Turgeon was the coach he originally committed to at A&M.
Quote from: brewcity77 on January 06, 2012, 04:43:20 AM
Saw this tweet this morning:
@LennRobbins: Jamal Branch leaning towards Johnnies over AZ, MD, Marquette, UCLA
He's visiting St. John's this weekend. I sincerely hope MU can get him in for a visit, but I think Maryland will be very, very tough to beat. Mark Turgeon was the coach he originally committed to at A&M.
Makes you wonder how the story shifted from Branch wanting MU badly in mid-week to now the Johnnies leading for him. Hmm.......
Quote from: The Golden Avalanche on January 06, 2012, 09:25:27 AM
Makes you wonder how the story shifted from Branch wanting MU badly in mid-week to now the Johnnies leading for him. Hmm.......
We must not be hot on him?
Quote from: The Golden Avalanche on January 06, 2012, 09:25:27 AMMakes you wonder how the story shifted from Branch wanting MU badly in mid-week to now the Johnnies leading for him. Hmm.......
Well, SJU still has tons of PT and scholarships available, we don't. Or it could just be an assumption because he's visiting there first. We'll probably know a lot more in a week or two. If I were betting, though, I'd say Maryland.