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Seems to be a topic of the moment... I'll go with 3.

Should? 3.
Reality? 2.

3 out.

I'd guess 3 in.

2026-2027... would be a better title. 

1 - I'd be disappointed and concerned
2 - Fair and acceptable
3 - Sweet spot for a 20 loss roster overhaul
4 - Little concerning with that many
5+ - WTF?

I like WT's opinion and have stated before three would hit the sweet spot. 

I absolutely do not think we should add more than 3 players unless someone leaves. There are enough young pieces on the roster that should take sizable leaps over the summer that Shaka can "ease into" using the portal without rocking the boat  too much.

I think 2 transfers is the right move, but wouldn't be surprised if we bring in 3.

Primary needs:
1. A junior/senior big man with physicality
2. A (taller) combo guard who can play alongside Nigel and fill in at PG.

Secondary needs:
3. Experienced wing that's an elite defender/rebounder. 6'7" - 6'9"
4. A dedicated backup PG who can shoot. 6'3" or taller

As far as the transfers out... I feel bad but any of Tre, Sean, and Caedin can go. I like the idea of having the guys who played with Tyler/Oso/Kam on the roster to keep some of the winning culture around. Tre has been good in spots, but I think he could get PT with an A10 team or go home to Boston College and get paid.

I, too, subscribe to the thought of there being three departures at the end of the season, with ZL already being one of those.  RGV does not strictly have to be experienced in an MU jersey; there will undoubtedly be better opportunities (either with playing time, skill level or fit) at other levels. 

Whether it is one year or four years, when you put on the Marquette jersey, you are forever part of a storied program.  Whomever, and whenever, there are departures, we should remember to be grateful for their team here and wish them all success wherever they end up. 

I would not mind Tre staying.

Sean and Hamilton HAVE to go. Sean can get a redshirt and have probably 2 years at Akron or a MAC school.  Hamilton...
Nice kid. Fine. How about UC Davis ?

Quote from: Mu8891 on Today at 12:08:40 PMI would not mind Tre staying.

Sean and Hamilton HAVE to go. Sean can get a redshirt and have probably 2 years at Akron or a MAC school.  Hamilton...
Nice kid. Fine. How about UC Davis ?

I agree with you on those two leaving. BUT, after attending the radio show last night, I do not feel 18 is leaving. His parents were there in person from California and Shaka gushed over 18 and how he is the best defender on the team by PPP when he is on the floor. It was nearly a 5 minute love fest by Shaka.

3 more out in addition to Zaide for a total of 4.

3 in from the portal and maybe another mid season RS Freshman add like Walker or at late FR add in the summer like Sheek.

Quote from: GoldenEagles03 on Today at 12:17:21 PM3 more out in addition to Zaide for a total of 4.

3 in from the portal and maybe another mid season RS Freshman add like Walker or at late FR add in the summer like Sheek.

Exactly what I would want as well. But I am guessing Shaka gets 2 in total.

Quote from: MUbiz on Today at 12:14:32 PMI agree with you on those two leaving. BUT, after attending the radio show last night, I do not feel 18 is leaving. His parents were there in person from California and Shaka gushed over 18 and how he is the best defender on the team by PPP when he is on the floor. It was nearly a 5 minute love fest by Shaka.

An example of how deceptive stats can be. Hamilton is decent against the post-up but is lost when he hedges screens or is forced to switch. MU needs three transfers, IMO.

Quote from: MUbiz on Today at 12:14:32 PMI agree with you on those two leaving. BUT, after attending the radio show last night, I do not feel 18 is leaving. His parents were there in person from California and Shaka gushed over 18 and how he is the best defender on the team by PPP when he is on the floor. It was nearly a 5 minute love fest by Shaka.

That is disappointing to hear. It's disconcerting to see someone that you think is pretty darn good at his job making a grievous error in judgment.

ideally it would be three out, two in, and one held for a midyear enrollee like Nash

Quote from: Zog from Margo on Today at 12:25:21 PMAn example of how deceptive stats can be. Hamilton is decent against the post-up but is lost when he hedges screens or is forced to switch. MU needs three transfers, IMO.

Who? Are you talking about 18? I've never heard of this Hamilston guy?

Quote from: Its DJOver on Today at 12:31:26 PMWho? Are you talking about 18? I've never heard of this Hamilston guy?

Lmfaooooo

Quote from: mileskishnish72 on Today at 12:28:16 PMThat is disappointing to hear. It's disconcerting to see someone that you think is pretty darn good at his job making a grievous error in judgment.

Starts about 20:40 into the video and ends about 27 min into the video. You can judge for yourself and see if you feel the way I do after watching.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xN8YnrPkRpw

For me one between Caedin and Clark has to leave.  Can't carry 2 projects.  Bring in a defensive center via portal to start, Pearson as backup and minutes at the 4.  the remaining project center only plays in case of foul trouble. Sean gone, need a reliable backup point.  Need a known 3 pt shooter via the portal.  If all that happens you can keep Tre.  Has played OK and might make a senior run

Quote from: MUbiz on Today at 12:14:32 PMI agree with you on those two leaving. BUT, after attending the radio show last night, I do not feel 18 is leaving. His parents were there in person from California and Shaka gushed over 18 and how he is the best defender on the team by PPP when he is on the floor. It was nearly a 5 minute love fest by Shaka.

Listened to that last night. It certainly did not sound as if CH is going anywhere.

Quote from: MUbiz on Today at 12:35:20 PMStarts about 20:40 into the video and ends about 27 min into the video. You can judge for yourself and see if you feel the way I do after watching.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xN8YnrPkRpw

Coach speak with Hamilton on the show.

Plus/minus has been generally debunked as a good measure of individual player importance or quality of play.

It would be fine if he returns if the team need more bigs for practice and 5 min a game of play. 

Quote from: We R Final Four on Today at 12:53:59 PMListened to that last night. It certainly did not sound as if CH is going anywhere.

Or is he trying to do CH 'a solid' going into the portal?

Quote from: Its DJOver on Today at 12:31:26 PMWho? Are you talking about 18? I've never heard of this Hamilston guy?

Don't be disrespectful

I think 2 of Hamilton, Clark, jones and Norman leave. I also think we'll see one outside of the above group leave as well.

I honestly never thought Hamilton would be one of the ones leaving. I actually don't think Tre is leaving either. I think it will be Jones and Clark.

Quote from: The Sultan on Today at 01:03:32 PMI honestly never thought Hamilton would be one of the ones leaving. I actually don't think Tre is leaving either. I think it will be Jones and Clark.

Out of curiosity, why do you think Clark will go?

Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on Today at 01:16:22 PMOut of curiosity, why do you think Clark will go?

I just think he is such a project that he's taking a similar path to Amadou and Keeyan.

A month ago I wouldn't have thought Clark would be one of the transfers out. But Shaka doesn't play the kid even 1 minute in games anymore, and that seems like a signal.

Quote from: MU82 on Today at 01:28:34 PMdoesn't play the kid even 1 minute in games anymore, and that seems like a signal.

I can't explain @X, but he was sick (per Ben Steele) vs. SJU.

Put me down for 4 out, 3 in.  Keep 1 spot open for maybe a 4th transfer in or future use.