To summarize:
-Reporting confirms Shaka will use the portal and the resources will be there
-Nigel: 30/12
-Royce: 24/10
I didn't catch all of the game but most of it. Which reports are you referring to? RP and NJ will have many great moments here. I hope at least one with good tournament success.
Quote from: Markusquette on Today at 04:16:04 PMI didn't catch all of the game but most of it. Which reports are you referring to? RP and NJ will have many great moments here. I hope at least one with good tournament success.
Towards the beginning of the game the sideline reporter (I don't remember his name) said he spoke to Shaka yesterday and Shaka confirmed they will use the portal and that the resources will be there.
Essentially said it's needed to compete into today's environment but there still going to focus on character, etc.
Quote from: Markusquette on Today at 04:16:04 PMWhich reports are you referring to?
The sideline reporter talked to Shaka (and Broeker?) before the game, who said that Marquette would certainly use all resources available to improve the team next year. I'm not certain that Shaka said they would use the portal, but the reported implied that.
Positivity!?!
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Quote from: rocky_warrior on Today at 04:19:08 PMThe sideline reporter talked to Shaka (and Broeker?) before the game, who said that Marquette would certainly use all resources available to improve the team next year. I'm not certain that Shaka said they would use the portal, but the reported implied that.
It wasn't implied. It was explicit.
Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on Today at 04:20:56 PMIt wasn't implied. It was explicit.
You might be right, but listen again, I didn't get the impression that Shaka said "portal".
I'm surprised there wasn't more chatter we on Scoop regarding the in-game reporting. I was elated to hear it as it's exactly what we all know is needed.
Nigel and Royce were awesome today but that report was the big win of the day.
We'll be back.
Quote from: rocky_warrior on Today at 04:22:28 PMYou might be right, but listen again, I didn't get the impression that Shaka said "portal".
You're right in that what was reported didn't use an exact quote from Shaka where he said "we will use the portal".
However, I don't see any other way to interpret what was reported.
Quote from: rocky_warrior on Today at 04:22:28 PMYou might be right, but listen again, I didn't get the impression that Shaka said "portal".
I'm sure he really, really tried but that word simply could not find its way out of his mouth. ;D
Refreshing to hear him admit that at this point instead of remaining silent. Shaka's success hinges on using all of those resources as wisely as possible. Supplement the roster, maintain the same principles and win.
(Badly recorded) audio attached
Found the exact quote on Twitter:
"Those days appear to be coming to an end... Shaka told me last night that he will absolutely continue to evolve and do what's best to get back to winning, acknowledging the realities of college basketball in 2026. And speaking with multiple members of the athletic department, they all conveyed full support of this next step and of Shaka by providing the necessary resources to compete. It was also made clear that the Golden Eagles' cultural values will never change as they remain committed to finding the right roster fit."
Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on Today at 04:39:39 PMFound the exact quote on Twitter:
"Those days appear to be coming to an end... Shaka told me last night that he will absolutely continue to evolve and do what's best to get back to winning, acknowledging the realities of college basketball in 2026. And speaking with multiple members of the athletic department, they all conveyed full support of this next step and of Shaka by providing the necessary resources to compete. It was also made clear that the Golden Eagles' cultural values will never change as they remain committed to finding the right roster fit."
Did Shaka think the cultural values would need to change if they used the portal?
Culture would be very easy to maintain while prioritizing retention but also using the portal. No reason at all to believe culture would disappear.
Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on Today at 04:39:39 PMFound the exact quote on Twitter:
"Those days appear to be coming to an end... Shaka told me last night that he will absolutely continue to evolve and do what's best to get back to winning, acknowledging the realities of college basketball in 2026. And speaking with multiple members of the athletic department, they all conveyed full support of this next step and of Shaka by providing the necessary resources to compete. It was also made clear that the Golden Eagles' cultural values will never change as they remain committed to finding the right roster fit."
and there's the excuse. ::)
Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on Today at 04:18:48 PMTowards the beginning of the game the sideline reporter (I don't remember his name) said he spoke to Shaka yesterday and Shaka confirmed they will use the portal and that the resources will be there.
Essentially said it's needed to compete into today's environment but there still going to focus on character, etc.
Well, one portal transfer is not going to cut it. More like 3 or more so he'll need to have that conversation with at least 2 or more on the current roster that it is time to go elsewhere if those conversations have not already taken place.
Quote from: Billy Hoyle on Today at 04:42:58 PMand there's the excuse. ::)
No, that's just you looking for something to whine about.
Quote from: Billy Hoyle on Today at 04:42:58 PMand there's the excuse. ::)
I'd guess that's true of 95% of college basketball programs.
Quote from: muwarrior69 on Today at 04:43:22 PMWell, one portal transfer is not going to cut it. More like 3 or more so he'll need to have that conversation with at least 2 or more on the current roster that it is time to go elsewhere if those conversations have not already taken place.
Seems more than obvious that Sean is gone. That's two spots. Just need one more to open up.
Quote from: muwarrior69 on Today at 04:43:22 PMWell, one portal transfer is not going to cut it. More like 3 or more so he'll need to have that conversation with at least 2 or more on the current roster that it is time to go elsewhere if those conversations have not already taken place.
Since Sean is graduating, if he is not one of them, I will be very frustrated.
If he insists on keeping one of Caedin or Tre around because they'll be seniors academically I can live with that as long as both do not return and nobody else leaves.
I talked to VBMG about it but hilarious that Jared Greenberg of all people was the one to play messenger for what felt like a presidential address: serious tone, "breaking news", close-up on Broeker and Shaka, only to acknowledge what's common sense roster construction in today's men's basketball.
I've been as vocal and annoying as anyone about Shaka's "stubbornness" in regards to lack of portal usage, so I need to keep the same energy in giving him props for adjusting. My worry was he'd dig his heels in and try to fit a square peg in a round hole, but clearly he's been convinced to change and it was no coincidence that report was made when it was. Good on Shaka for having the humility (common sense?) to change things up and hopefully we land some impactful players in the portal.
I do wonder if announcing it in this way, drumming up interest for donors, affects who we go after or what we're willing to spend? Like instead of Minessale at SG maybe they go for a bigger fish? Go and actually spend for a starting center? Will be fascinating to see.
Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on Today at 04:39:39 PMFound the exact quote on Twitter:
"Those days appear to be coming to an end... Shaka told me last night that he will absolutely continue to evolve and do what's best to get back to winning, acknowledging the realities of college basketball in 2026. And speaking with multiple members of the athletic department, they all conveyed full support of this next step and of Shaka by providing the necessary resources to compete. It was also made clear that the Golden Eagles' cultural values will never change as they remain committed to finding the right roster fit."
Thanks. Key sentence is speaking to members of athletic department (showed Broeker)providing full support and resources 💰💰💰💰💰💰💰 to compete. Maybe Shaka was instructed change needs to happen.
Not competing now, so things need to change. Change is Shaka using portal in order to compete. MU just got beat by X's six portal guys.
Just a quick prediction after today's news,but with only one spot open now, I think two more players will depart. End of March, gonna be interesting. Fun....
Here's a link to the clip of the report from Jared Greenberg.
https://x.com/matt_schnuck/status/2022773543075819844 (https://x.com/matt_schnuck/status/2022773543075819844)
We are in the same place as when the Badger AD McIntosh said they would now start spending in the portal for UW football.
Quote from: onepost on Today at 04:47:59 PMI talked to VBMG about it but hilarious that Jared Greenberg of all people was the one to play messenger for what felt like a presidential address: serious tone, "breaking news", close-up on Broeker and Shaka, only to acknowledge what's common sense roster construction in today's men's basketball.
I've been as vocal and annoying as anyone about Shaka's "stubbornness" in regards to lack of portal usage, so I need to keep the same energy in giving him props for adjusting. My worry was he'd dig his heels in and try to fit a square peg in a round hole, but clearly he's been convinced to change and it was no coincidence that report was made when it was. Good on Shaka for having the humility (common sense?) to change things up and hopefully we land some impactful players in the portal.
I do wonder if announcing it in this way, drumming up interest for donors, affects who we go after or what we're willing to spend? Like instead of Minessale at SG maybe they go for a bigger fish? Go and actually spend for a starting center? Will be fascinating to see.
Quote from: nyg on Today at 04:49:01 PMThanks. Key sentence is speaking to members of athletic department (showed Broeker)providing full support and resources 💰💰💰💰💰💰💰 to compete. Maybe Shaka was instructed change needs to happen.
Not competing now, so things need to change. Change is Shaka using portal in order to compete. MU just got beat by X's six portal guys.
Just a quick prediction after today's news,but with only one spot open now, I think two more players will depart. End of March, gonna be interesting. Fun....
I think it will take more than just two more departures.
Ideally Sean, Tre, and one of Caedin or Josh (zero reason for both to stay) leaves and we bring in actual starting/rotation caliber players with all 4 spots. If that means Alex, Ian, Michael play less next season then fine by me.
Quote from: muwarrior69 on Today at 04:57:41 PMI think it will take more than just two more departures.
It depends on who the portal additions are. If it is a legit BE starting big, a legit BE starting, defensive minded wing, and a legit BE rotational piece, we'll be a Tourney team if Parham, James, and Stevens are back and the team stays healthy. Not all of them will be rotational pieces, but there's enough depth with Egbuonu, Philips, Owens, Sheek off the bench. And you only need to be 7 deep to be a good college team.
I don't think people understand how good Nigel and Parham are going to be, and how important a 3 and D type of player like Stevens is. The core to build around is there. Find the pieces that work next to them.
Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on Today at 04:39:39 PMFound the exact quote on Twitter:
"Those days appear to be coming to an end... Shaka told me last night that he will absolutely continue to evolve and do what's best to get back to winning, acknowledging the realities of college basketball in 2026. And speaking with multiple members of the athletic department, they all conveyed full support of this next step and of Shaka by providing the necessary resources to compete. It was also made clear that the Golden Eagles' cultural values will never change as they remain committed to finding the right roster fit."
Apparently not only is VBMG a whiny douche, but he can't read. Where exactly does the word portal appear?
Quote from: Farley36 on Today at 05:04:38 PMApparently not only is VBMG a whiny douche, but he can't read. Where exactly does the word portal appear?
Literally what else could it possibly mean?
The one thing we're not doing is using the portal.
Hey everyone - King of the Dipsh#ts Fartley69 just stopped in to share some of his insights.
Can this day get any better?
Quote from: onepost on Today at 05:07:16 PMLiterally what else could it possibly mean?
The one thing we're not doing is using the portal.
In case you weren't aware, Fartley is a self-admitted troll as well as a dimwitted virgin.
There's zero reason to attempt to have a reasonable exchange with him.
Quote from: GoldenEagles03 on Today at 04:42:26 PMDid Shaka think the cultural values would need to change if they used the portal?
Culture would be very easy to maintain while prioritizing retention but also using the portal. No reason at all to believe culture would disappear.
With cultural values disappearing in many other programs I agree that Shaka needed to say ours will not change.
Two incoming. Book it.
I'm glad it was said, but it's also wild that it needs to be said.
Quote from: Pakuni on Today at 05:31:31 PMI'm glad it was said, but it's also wild that it needs to be said.
Maybe I like a good conspiracy too much, but I'm more surprised by what was NOT said.
Obviously MU wanted this "report" out, and they really just said what Shaka would always say: I'll use all my available resources to improve the team, but we're committed to relationships.
Multiple MU "sources" confirmed: Yup, we'll provide support
Quote from: rocky_warrior on Today at 05:38:17 PMMaybe I like a good conspiracy too much, but I'm more surprised by what was NOT said.
What is it going to take for him to say transfer lol
Quote from: Pakuni on Today at 05:31:31 PMI'm glad it was said, but it's also wild that it needs to be said.
I'm surprised people actually doubted he'd recognize the need to change and upgrade the talent quickly. One more season even close to this one and he was out the door with some less than optimal coaching prospects. The roster is as weak as the D MU played today. Outside of James, Parham, Stevens, and maybe Phillips, no player deciding not to return would be a big deal.
Quote from: rocky_warrior on Today at 05:38:17 PMMaybe I like a good conspiracy too much, but I'm more surprised by what was NOT said.
Obviously MU wanted this "report" out, and they really just said what Shaka would always say: I'll use all my available resources to improve the team, but we're committed to relationships.
Multiple MU "sources" confirmed: Yup, we'll provide support
I personally feel like it's more toeing the line of acknowledging a need to use the portal while the guys who would be pushed out for said transfers are still on the roster.
Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on Today at 04:39:39 PMFound the exact quote on Twitter:
"Those days appear to be coming to an end... Shaka told me last night that he will absolutely continue to evolve and do what's best to get back to winning, acknowledging the realities of college basketball in 2026. And speaking with multiple members of the athletic department, they all conveyed full support of this next step and of Shaka by providing the necessary resources to compete. It was also made clear that the Golden Eagles' cultural values will never change as they remain committed to finding the right roster fit."
This is only part of what was reported. The word portal is mentioned near the beginning, which isn't included in this quote. Again, the full clip can be viewed here:
https://x.com/matt_schnuck/status/2022773543075819844 (https://x.com/matt_schnuck/status/2022773543075819844)
Quote from: onepost on Today at 05:46:04 PMI personally feel like it's more toeing the line of acknowledging a need to use the portal while the guys who would be pushed out for said transfers are still on the roster.
That's highly likely...(because you know MU brass has heard that *this* is not acceptable). But it's also not explicit ;)
I just don't get why/how you stage a breaking news event, and fail to say the words transfer portal.
Quote from: Tums Festival on Today at 05:47:39 PMThis is only part of what was reported. The word portal is mentioned near the beginning, which isn't included in this quote. Again, the full clip can be viewed here:
The reporter said it, and also said "those days *appear* to be numbered". lol
Quote from: Billy Hoyle on Today at 04:42:58 PMand there's the excuse. ::)
Disagree. I saw that line about "cultural values" as throwing a bone to Shaka. My overall impression is that Shaka was invited to a little friendly chat with our AD and prez about this season and the next one, and Shaka knew that while it was not "an offer he couldn't refuse", their offer to help with whatever resources he needed was a face-saving way for him to agree to using the portal. If my guess is what actually happened-I'll never know-I like it.
Quote from: rocky_warrior on Today at 05:38:17 PMMaybe I like a good conspiracy too much, but I'm more surprised by what was NOT said.
Obviously MU wanted this "report" out, and they really just said what Shaka would always say: I'll use all my available resources to improve the team, but we're committed to relationships.
Multiple MU "sources" confirmed: Yup, we'll provide support
The transcript that was posted is incomplete. Portal is mentioned at the beginning of what Jared Greenberg reported, but that part is missing from the transcript. I've posted a link to the full video twice.
Quote from: Tums Festival on Today at 05:52:31 PMThe transcript that was posted is incomplete. Portal is mentioned at the beginning of what Jared Greenberg reported, but that part is missing from the transcript. I've posted a link to the full video twice.
Yes, we heard you the first time. lol