https://twitter.com/JSteppe1/status/1037831801174204416 (https://twitter.com/JSteppe1/status/1037831801174204416)
https://www.instagram.com/p/BnZdd0yAmkw/?taken-by=chiludexakanno
Anyone got a scouting report on him? Seems to be one of the least heralded (at the very least discussed) recruits in some time, with limited available slots. He is heading into his senior year correct?
Welcome Dexter! Look forward to learning more about his game.
I like the sound of this:
https://www.prephoops.com/2018/04/recruiting-report-dexter-akanno/
Akanno's versatile game, complete with an explosive first step, second-level blow by speed and court vision allows him to play either guard spot offensively, while his strong frame, coupled with length and good lateral speed, lends to his ability to defend both guard spots.
Sounds like a bright kid too.
Welcome aboard, Dexter!
Long combo guard........Wojo saw him when they played against Mannion's AAU team. Supposed to be an excellent defender.....played for an unaffiliated AAU team so under the radar.
Buzz also offered.
I think it's safe to assume with commitments from Joe, Koby and now this kid the days of playing 2 midget guards are over.
That's about all I got for now.......I'm sure we will learn more.
Might be a great redshirt candidate next season.
Looks damn good against seemingly low level competition in some YouTube videos. Here's a short one. Great handle and appears to be able to shoot.
https://youtu.be/x7ido_Sb7NQ (https://youtu.be/x7ido_Sb7NQ)
Very excited for this one. Welcome to MU, Dexter.
Wearing No. 10? Proof that Sam is going pro after this year.
Looks like WOJO will field "all" combo guards in the future......
The game is moving away from a PG and SG label.....
Now we wait for the Mannion decision.....
Got a chance.....
Considering Arizona may still be in trouble and Duke and Villanova have players in front of him......
We shall see......
Welcome Chilu Dexter Akanno!
Which is the better nickname: Real Chilu or I be Chilu doe?
Quote from: JamilJaeJamailJrJuan on September 06, 2018, 06:08:59 PM
Looks damn good against seemingly low level competition in some YouTube videos. Here's a short one. Great handle and appears to be able to shoot.
https://youtu.be/x7ido_Sb7NQ (https://youtu.be/x7ido_Sb7NQ)
Was worried about everyone (including Dexter) being so slow, then I realized this was from 2 years ago. Here is a video from the past year and its a completely different story. Looks very promising: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIK1_VCOZF8
Welcome aboard! IMO, DA is a project guard who may not play much next year, may even red shirt, but will be ready to play both guard positions in the 20-21 season, with upperclassmen like Elliot and McEwen. An investment.
Didn't Ted call this one in the recruiting thread? Well done, sir.
Welcome to MU Dexter. Great Choice.
Dexter is a huge get for MU. As discussed on the recruiting thread he is a true diamond in the rough. This young man is exactly the type of player we need to be in the upper echelons of the Big East.
You want defense? You got defense.......according to his coach.
https://247sports.com/college/basketball/recruiting/Article/Dexter-Akanno-2019-Blair-Academy-guard-commits-to-Marquette-121518710/
Corey Evans agrees with his coach
Great addition for Marquette landing 2019 Blair Academy guard Dexter Akanno. Underrated guard out of California that can really, really defend, an asset that will be used immediately next year.
Welcome to MU Dexter!
Quote from: JamilJaeJamailJrJuan on September 06, 2018, 05:51:36 PM
Anyone got a scouting report on him? Seems to be one of the least heralded (at the very least discussed) recruits in some time, with limited available slots. He is heading into his senior year correct?
Welcome Dexter! Look forward to learning more about his game.
Check out TedBaxer's posts I think he was the first to see and mentioned him on this board. I think this is a great 3-4 year get.
Quote from: Tha Hound on September 06, 2018, 06:31:17 PM
Was worried about everyone (including Dexter) being so slow, then I realized this was from 2 years ago. Here is a video from the past year and its a completely different story. Looks very promising: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIK1_VCOZF8
Haha same! Wow what a difference those 2 years made. Love a late riser like this. Looks very solid fundamentally
Quote from: Loose Cannon on September 06, 2018, 07:16:35 PM
Check out TedBaxer's posts I think he was the first to see and mentioned him on this board. I think this is a great 3-4 year get.
On another board, I believe Ted (who has been vociferous in his support of Akanno) said he preferred DA to Mannion if we only got one. I think the expected years here played into that, but he's a big fan.
Quote from: Tha Hound on September 06, 2018, 06:31:17 PM
Was worried about everyone (including Dexter) being so slow, then I realized this was from 2 years ago. Here is a video from the past year and its a completely different story. Looks very promising: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIK1_VCOZF8
Classic late bloomer. Looks like a REALLY good prospect. Haven't seen a guy at MU use a great spin move like that in a LONG time. Can't really teach that. Release point a little lower on shot than you would like, but has great jab step to be able to clear necessary space.
Wojo and Co beat Buzz on this kid. Wojo and staff doing a great job on recruiting trail. If he can continue to improve as an in-game coach....bright future for MU hoops.
The kid shows good range and quickness in the YouTube video. Looking forward to him at MU.
Another guard with length, athleticism and toughness........I like it.
Probably don't need him to,play right away which gives him time to continue to develop.
You can see why Buzz wanted him.......fits the kind of athlete that Buzz likes to recruit.
Quote from: brewcity77 on September 06, 2018, 07:43:08 PM
On another board, I believe Ted (who has been vociferous in his support of Akanno) said he preferred DA to Mannion if we only got one. I think the expected years here played into that, but he's a big fan.
That nice to hear. You're absolutely right about the years, I also likes the 3-4 yrs to the one and done for probably Mannion. I think this is a great fit for Dexter and MU. I always like Wojo's recruiting eye. I think we have a winner. but time will tell.
Quote from: Loose Cannon on September 06, 2018, 08:00:23 PM
That nice to hear. You're absolutely right about the years, I also likes the 3-4 yrs to the one and done for probably Mannion. I think this is a great fit for Dexter and MU. I always like Wojo's recruiting eye. I think we have a winner. but time will tell.
That said, I'd happily still take both ;)
https://www.instagram.com/p/BnZ_wIdDzf6/?utm_source=ig_twitter_share&igshid=1rcpfhjzbfatz
Quote from: Ellenson Family Reunion on September 06, 2018, 07:38:37 PM
Haha same! Wow what a difference those 2 years made. Love a late riser like this. Looks very solid fundamentally
Prep school so 19 year old freshman?
Will turn 18 sometime this month, so young for the 2018 class.
Quote from: Dr. Blackheart on September 06, 2018, 08:33:33 PM
Prep school so 19 year old freshman?
The next Diener/'Zar a.k.a. the Bizarro Markus
Awesome news. Welcome aboard Mr. Akanno. Looking forward to seeing you in blue and gold.
Quote from: TAMU Eagle on September 06, 2018, 09:23:53 PM
Awesome news. Welcome aboard Mr. Akanno. Looking forward to seeing you in blue and gold.
Ditto.
I totally trust Wojo in recruiting, and it looks like he got a good one who probably will get much better with a year at Blair. I wouldn't assume a redshirt at all if he makes the most of his prep school experience.
I am concerned, however, if the chip on his shoulder affects the quality of his neck.
Welcome Mr Akanno!!
Welcome to the MU Family, Dexter. Glad to have you on board.
Blair will be a good experience for him, very upscale school for academics and sports in a rural setting in western NJ.
Welcome to Marquette, Dexter!!!
Yay! Finally a '19-'20 column on the scholarship table!
https://www.muscoop.com/index.php?page=page4655
Quote from: Herman Cain on September 06, 2018, 06:41:27 PM
Welcome to MU Dexter. Great Choice.
Dexter is a huge get for MU. As discussed on the recruiting thread he is a true diamond in the rough. This young man is exactly the type of player we need to be in the upper echelons of the Big East.
Of greater importance what is your take on his neck?
Welcome to MU Dexter Akanno looking forward to see you represent MU.
Quote from: Newsdreams Likes Chardonnay on September 07, 2018, 02:03:42 PM
Of greater importance what is your take on his neck?
Wrote about it extensively in the recruiting thread. Here is an example:
Quote from: Herman Cain on August 19, 2018, 10:35:55 AM
If anyone out there would like an example of a good neck, Dexter is exhibit 1. Dexter uses that neck strength and is a solid defender.
https://www.prephoops.com/2018/04/recruiting-report-dexter-akanno/
Dexter is right up there with Jeenathan in terms of neck strength. Jeenethen is projected by some to be Mr. Lockdown of the freshman elite. So maybe MU gets a second bite at that apple via Dexter.
https://247sports.com/Article/College-basketball-recruiting-rankings-Superlatives-for-Zion-Williamson-Bol-Bol-Romeo-Langford-117476661/
Quote from: Class71 on September 07, 2018, 09:18:45 AM
Blair will be a good experience for him, very upscale school for academics and sports in a rural setting in western NJ.
So there's like grass and stuff? This is not the MU way!
Just a little tidbit about Akanno, talked to a player about him and he said that he did not play that well with the group. But he cameback and said, no one plays well
in these pick-up games, they are not used to the physicality of the game at the next level. That is why there maybe 20 kids a year make an impact in college right
away. Not used to the speed of the game. Just watching Akanno play 2 years ago to last year, made a big jump in his game. Will probably keep improving, has
range, a little low release, but for now fine. I do not expect him to get a lot of time next year and for that matter it might be his junior year before he sees sizeable
playing time, hope he proves me wrong. Good pick-up.
Quote from: DCHoopster on September 07, 2018, 03:18:36 PM
Just a little tidbit about Akanno, talked to a player about him and he said that he did not play that well with the group. But he cameback and said, no one plays well
in these pick-up games, they are not used to the physicality of the game at the next level. That is why there maybe 20 kids a year make an impact in college right
away. Not used to the speed of the game. Just watching Akanno play 2 years ago to last year, made a big jump in his game. Will probably keep improving, has
range, a little low release, but for now fine. I do not expect him to get a lot of time next year and for that matter it might be his junior year before he sees sizeable
playing time, hope he proves me wrong. Good pick-up.
Thanks for info. The steady growth scenario for Dexter that you outline fits our roster well. Also,I think he will make the most of the PG year he is taking and come in physically stronger .
Quote from: Jay Bee on September 07, 2018, 02:49:26 PM
So there's like grass and stuff? This is not the MU way!
When I was at MU, Sam Worthen, Artie Green and Tony Davis enjoyed "grass and stuff" very much.
Quote from: MU82 on September 07, 2018, 07:33:11 PM
When I was at MU, Sam Worthen, Artie Green and Tony Davis enjoyed "grass and stuff" very much.
At least by the ounce, hey?
Quote from: DCHoopster on September 07, 2018, 03:18:36 PM
Just a little tidbit about Akanno, talked to a player about him and he said that he did not play that well with the group. But he cameback and said, no one plays well
in these pick-up games, they are not used to the physicality of the game at the next level. That is why there maybe 20 kids a year make an impact in college right
away. Not used to the speed of the game. Just watching Akanno play 2 years ago to last year, made a big jump in his game. Will probably keep improving, has
range, a little low release, but for now fine. I do not expect him to get a lot of time next year and for that matter it might be his junior year before he sees sizeable
playing time, hope he proves me wrong. Good pick-up.
Sacar 2.0?
Quote from: Nukem2 on September 07, 2018, 09:29:15 PM
My take.
Another point I like is that Buzz tried to recruit him as well. Buzz found under the radar type players for MU and some turned out pretty good, Crowder and Butler.
Quote from: DCHoopster on September 08, 2018, 08:13:34 AM
Another point I like is that Buzz tried to recruit him as well. Buzz found under the radar type players for MU and some turned out pretty good, Crowder and Butler.
And what about
high school "under the radar" players? I can think of 1. That's not a very good ratio.
Quote from: DCHoopster on September 08, 2018, 08:13:34 AM
Another point I like is that Buzz tried to recruit him as well. Buzz found under the radar type players for MU and some turned out pretty good, Crowder and Butler.
Joe Fulce was a tipoff specialist.
Quote from: PTMannion on September 08, 2018, 09:36:34 AM
Joe Fulce was a tipoff specialist.
Erik William's was a foul specialist
Quote from: jesmu84 on September 08, 2018, 08:28:26 AM
And what about high school "under the radar" players? I can think of 1. That's not a very good ratio.
Yeah, Buzz's HS track record here wasn't very good, whether on or under the radar. I have more faith in Wojo, who has at least found high-major contributors outside the top-100 in Heldt, Anim, Elliott, & John.
Buzz was more into the JC market as that is where he came from. Wojo best recruiting move was getting Stan Johnson. Stan getting two top 75 kids was huge.
Now getting Bailey might help in getting Mannion. Not sure how this will play out, Grimes was a game changer and it sounds like Nico is as well. Still do not believe
the kid will be one and done. One point about Arizona, they have a nice campus to recruit to, but has Sean Miller really a good coach? Best player in the draft, did
they make the Final 4? NO, then for 2 years lost 2 Bo Ryan. He gets talented kids that is for sure, but do they play together? We will see this year how Wojo handles
a experienced time. I believe you can only give 8 players good minutes and he has 11. It will be interesting.
Quote from: brewcity77 on September 08, 2018, 10:08:17 AM
Yeah, Buzz's HS track record here wasn't very good, whether on or under the radar. I have more faith in Wojo, who has at least found high-major contributors outside the top-100 in Heldt, Anim, Elliott, & John.
Agreed. Not to quibble but wasn't Heldt just inside the top 100?
Quote from: WhiteTrash on September 08, 2018, 10:34:44 AM
Agreed. Not to quibble but wasn't Heldt just inside the top 100?
No. If I recall there was a service that had him as a four star top 150 or 200 but he wasn't a top 100
Quote from: jesmu84 on September 08, 2018, 08:28:26 AM
And what about high school "under the radar" players? I can think of 1. That's not a very good ratio.
End of the day, regardless of the player's background coming into MU, Buzz got the job done. Plain and simple. Results speak for themselves.
Wojo and staff have done a better job with their high school recruiting than Buzz did at MU, but we now need to see the manifestation of that on the court.
I like Akanno and I like that Buzz wanted him too.
Quote from: Floorslapper on September 08, 2018, 11:28:06 AM
End of the day, regardless of the player's background coming into MU, Buzz got the job done. Plain and simple. Results speak for themselves.
Wojo and staff have done a better job with their high school recruiting than Buzz did at MU, but we now need to see the manifestation of that on the court.
I like Akanno and I like that Buzz wanted him too.
Lol. SO predictable. Praise Buzz, bash Wojo.
Nevermind that the quote post was about Buzz finding "under the radar" players, then naming 2 Jucos, while speaking about a high school recruit. And I pointed out Buzz didn't find that many "under the radar" high school players, relative to the amount recruited/committed. Therefore, Buzz's interest in a high school recruit wouldn't be a huge deal. Fake News, right?
But continue with your standard song and dance.
Quote from: jesmu84 on September 08, 2018, 12:40:14 PM
Lol. SO predictable. Praise Buzz, bash Wojo.
Nevermind that the quote post was about Buzz finding "under the radar" players, then naming 2 Jucos, while speaking about a high school recruit. And I pointed out Buzz didn't find that many "under the radar" high school players, relative to the amount recruited/committed. Therefore, Buzz's interest in a high school recruit wouldn't be a huge deal. Fake News, right?
But continue with your standard song and dance.
Let it go dude. I didn't bash Wojo in the post. Have been complimentary of Wojo this whole offseason. He's assembled a really talented roster and doing well on the recruiting trail. Now we just need to see him also execute on the X's and O's and prove out his in-game coaching chops. Top 25 this year and I'll be very pleased.
Quote from: MuMark on September 06, 2018, 06:03:52 PM
Long combo guard........Wojo saw him when they played against Mannion's AAU team. Supposed to be an excellent defender.....played for an unaffiliated AAU team so under the radar.
Buzz also offered.
I think it's safe to assume with commitments from Joe, Koby and now this kid the days of playing 2 midget guards are over.
That's about all I got for now.......I'm sure we will learn more.
Might be a great redshirt candidate next season.
Seems like a nice pickup and the fact that Buzz was after this kid too says a lot. Didn't Wojo find Sacar in a similar fashion? I vaguely remember reading Wojo was at a tournament to watch Ellenson after he had already committed, saw Sacar in another game put up almost 40 pts and offered him a scholarship on the spot even though he'd never even heard of him prior or something to that effect. Dexter's recruiting seems similar so if he's comparable to Sacar, who while not a superstar, has proven to be a viable high major contributor, it certainly won't be a wasted scholarship.
MU is in a position where "taking a risk" on a guy is perfectly fine. This roster is so flippin loaded
Quote from: PTMannion on September 08, 2018, 09:36:34 AM
Joe Fulce was a tipoff specialist.
Before his third or fourth knee surgery, Joe was a stud - JFF and JFB would have been quite a tandem.
Dexter Akanno handpicked by the legendary Steve Nash! Awesome Give and Go videos... no Marquette mention though. ;) Doesn't get any better seeing him working on his passing and basketball IQ with Nash.
Give & Go Playlist
Ep 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8f5yZyQITw&list=PL9vlh0JhlKMVAP7GPsJ_oQWKKKNKHULAL&index=1
Ep 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFRtNheNlS8&list=PL9vlh0JhlKMVAP7GPsJ_oQWKKKNKHULAL&index=2
Ep 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6SXKULQ-Es&list=PL9vlh0JhlKMVAP7GPsJ_oQWKKKNKHULAL&index=3
Ep 6: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrIFbnQE4Uo&index=6&list=PL9vlh0JhlKMVAP7GPsJ_oQWKKKNKHULAL
Steve Nash's channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKeEmKSP_31lzVnmazePfuA
Quote from: wade_county37 on September 11, 2018, 01:15:21 AM
Dexter Akanno handpicked by the legendary Steve Nash! Awesome Give and Go videos... no Marquette mention though. ;) Doesn't get any better seeing him working on his passing and basketball IQ with Nash.
Give & Go Playlist
Ep 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8f5yZyQITw&list=PL9vlh0JhlKMVAP7GPsJ_oQWKKKNKHULAL&index=1
Ep 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFRtNheNlS8&list=PL9vlh0JhlKMVAP7GPsJ_oQWKKKNKHULAL&index=2
Ep 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6SXKULQ-Es&list=PL9vlh0JhlKMVAP7GPsJ_oQWKKKNKHULAL&index=3
Ep 6: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrIFbnQE4Uo&index=6&list=PL9vlh0JhlKMVAP7GPsJ_oQWKKKNKHULAL
Steve Nash's channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKeEmKSP_31lzVnmazePfuA
The more I hear, the better I like.
Quote from: wade_county37 on September 11, 2018, 01:15:21 AM
Dexter Akanno handpicked by the legendary Steve Nash! Awesome Give and Go videos... no Marquette mention though. ;) Doesn't get any better seeing him working on his passing and basketball IQ with Nash.
Give & Go Playlist
Ep 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8f5yZyQITw&list=PL9vlh0JhlKMVAP7GPsJ_oQWKKKNKHULAL&index=1
Ep 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFRtNheNlS8&list=PL9vlh0JhlKMVAP7GPsJ_oQWKKKNKHULAL&index=2
Ep 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6SXKULQ-Es&list=PL9vlh0JhlKMVAP7GPsJ_oQWKKKNKHULAL&index=3
Ep 6: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrIFbnQE4Uo&index=6&list=PL9vlh0JhlKMVAP7GPsJ_oQWKKKNKHULAL
Steve Nash's channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKeEmKSP_31lzVnmazePfuA
Hard not to get excited. Dexter sounds like a really great addition to our program and will bring a nice defensive edge and IQ to an already exciting team.
Quote from: wade_county37 on September 11, 2018, 01:15:21 AM
Dexter Akanno handpicked by the legendary Steve Nash! Awesome Give and Go videos... no Marquette mention though. ;) Doesn't get any better seeing him working on his passing and basketball IQ with Nash.
Give & Go Playlist
Ep 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8f5yZyQITw&list=PL9vlh0JhlKMVAP7GPsJ_oQWKKKNKHULAL&index=1
Ep 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFRtNheNlS8&list=PL9vlh0JhlKMVAP7GPsJ_oQWKKKNKHULAL&index=2
Ep 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6SXKULQ-Es&list=PL9vlh0JhlKMVAP7GPsJ_oQWKKKNKHULAL&index=3
Ep 6: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrIFbnQE4Uo&index=6&list=PL9vlh0JhlKMVAP7GPsJ_oQWKKKNKHULAL
Steve Nash's channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKeEmKSP_31lzVnmazePfuA
Nash is a cool dude. Great opportunity for Dexter to learn from one of the best.
So what do you guys think is the criteria for Redshirt?
He seems like a good candidate...a developing talent...especially at MU that has so many with "minutes" potential. MU almost too long a bench.
But you don't want to discourage someone...he's coming here to play.
There's also the "Not-everyone-makes-the-NBA-so-its-good-to-get-some-education-and-maturity-and-life-lessons-during-the-best-years-of-your-life-at-MU" redshirt factor...
Quote from: MUBigDance on September 11, 2018, 05:14:22 PM
So what do you guys think is the criteria for Redshirt?
He seems like a good candidate...a developing talent...especially at MU that has so many with "minutes" potential. MU almost too long a bench.
But you don't want to discourage someone...he's coming here to play.
There's also the "Not-everyone-makes-the-NBA-so-its-good-to-get-some-education-and-maturity-and-life-lessons-during-the-best-years-of-your-life-at-MU" redshirt factor...
I think he has/will have too much talent when he come on campus next year to be redshirted. I'm trying to figure out what his recruiting ranking will be at the end of his senior year. Should be interesting to track during this season.
Quote from: MUBigDance on September 11, 2018, 05:14:22 PM
So what do you guys think is the criteria for Redshirt?
He seems like a good candidate...a developing talent...especially at MU that has so many with "minutes" potential. MU almost too long a bench.
But you don't want to discourage someone...he's coming here to play.
There's also the "Not-everyone-makes-the-NBA-so-its-good-to-get-some-education-and-maturity-and-life-lessons-during-the-best-years-of-your-life-at-MU" redshirt factor...
Dexter has as much talent as any of the other 2019 high major recruits. Every freshman in college team sports faces the same issue, adjusting to the pace of play at the higher level. If Dexter can acclimate to that quickly the way a kid like Greg Elliott did, he will get plenty of playing time. If it takes him a while like it took Sacar, then maybe there will be a redshirt discussion between him and the coaches. He has already proved he could straight up guard a player of Nico Mannions ability which got him recruited. We have also seen that he has very deep range on his three pointer, if the rules change to a longer 3 point distance, that may be in his favor. I am very enthusiastic about Dexter's prospects at MU and in the Big East over time.
Blair has produced a lot of studs over the years.
It's logical to assume he will improve during his season there ... and he might be too good to redshirt!
Quote from: MUBigDance on September 11, 2018, 05:14:22 PM
So what do you guys think is the criteria for Redshirt?
He seems like a good candidate...a developing talent...especially at MU that has so many with "minutes" potential. MU almost too long a bench.
But you don't want to discourage someone...he's coming here to play.
There's also the "Not-everyone-makes-the-NBA-so-its-good-to-get-some-education-and-maturity-and-life-lessons-during-the-best-years-of-your-life-at-MU" redshirt factor...
At this point, I doubt he wants to come to MU and redshirt, I am sure that was not even discussed. Now once he gets to MU and the staff sees he will not play then
maybe. But you do not recruit a kid to redshirt. Every player thinks he is good enough to start or why recruit him.
Quote from: DCHoopster on September 12, 2018, 08:44:37 AM
At this point, I doubt he wants to come to MU and redshirt, I am sure that was not even discussed. Now once he gets to MU and the staff sees he will not play then
maybe. But you do not recruit a kid to redshirt. Every player thinks he is good enough to start or why recruit him.
Except at Wisconsin, where 60% of the kids seem to take a non-injury redshirt.
I think redshirts are criminally underused in college basketball.
That being said, I think its way too early to speculate on a redshirt for a player that won't be playing his first game for another 14 months.
Quote from: MU82 on September 11, 2018, 10:09:21 PM
Blair has produced a lot of studs over the years.
It's logical to assume he will improve during his season there ... and he might be too good to redshirt!
Ewe got internets in da bunker, kin, hey?
Quote from: TAMU Eagle on September 12, 2018, 09:26:33 AM
I think redshirts are criminally underused in college basketball.
That being said, I think its way too early to speculate on a redshirt for a player that won't be playing his first game for another 14 months.
Yes, yes, a thousand times yes.
Honestly, I think we should have 2-3 players redshirting each season if possible. Provides practice depth, gives players time to grow and acclimate to the system, and increases your roster usage with guys that aren't complaining about how many minutes they got.
Quote from: DCHoopster on September 12, 2018, 08:44:37 AM
At this point, I doubt he wants to come to MU and redshirt, I am sure that was not even discussed. Now once he gets to MU and the staff sees he will not play then
maybe. But you do not recruit a kid to redshirt. Every player thinks he is good enough to start or why recruit him.
I don't entirely agree with this. I think when you hear stories about the best recruiters, they do a good job of laying out a plan for the player. Here is where you are good...here is where you should improve...here is how we can help you improve... And finally, here is the role that we think you can play.
So do they say "we are going to bring you here and redshirt you." Doubtful. But they just don't give them platitudes about starting. Players know they have work to do.
Quote from: 4everwarriors on September 12, 2018, 10:00:06 AM
Ewe got internets in da bunker, kin, hey?
Da onlee bunker hear is archie when eye watch nick at nite
I'm calling my shot now. Dexter Akanno is The Prosecutor. Because D.A.
Quote from: brewcity77 on September 19, 2018, 01:10:23 PM
I'm calling my shot now. Dexter Akanno is The Prosecutor. Because D.A.
I'm going with I Be Chilu Doe.
Quote from: brewcity77 on September 19, 2018, 01:10:23 PM
I'm calling my shot now. Dexter Akanno is The Prosecutor. Because D.A.
Well Law & Order Gif won't work for me
Terrible link job Newsie. You are docked one packet of horsey sauce.
Quote from: TSmith34 on September 19, 2018, 02:14:36 PM
Terrible link job Newsie. You are docked one packet of horsey sauce.
Only one. I was afraid was going to get banned :P
Quote from: TSmith34 on September 19, 2018, 02:14:36 PM
Terrible link job Newsie. You are docked one packet of horsey sauce.
I agree with this analysis
If they're under the radar, they're not easy to find. I don't know many programs that regularly bring in high school players who are really talented but ignored or under-appreciated by virtually everybody else.
Did Bo Ryan really see the potential for Frank Kaminsky (ranked a 3-star prospect by 247Sports, just outside the Top 200) to become the national player of the year? Maybe. But he barely got off the bench until his junior season. Whatever Frank's potential, it certainly wasn't evident even to his coach halfway through his college career.
Jae Crowder actually isn't some amazing find for Buzz. He was named junior college player of the year and led his team to the 2010 NJCAA championship. Sure, the junior college ranks don't get the same attention as the AAU circuit. But it's not as though Jae was going unrecognized for his talent at that point; he was also recruited by UNLV, Georgia Tech and Texas Tech, among others.