Quote from: Pakuni on Today at 10:11:41 AMI'd say it's not impossible, but still highly unlikely. Things are moving in Springfield.

Don't sleep on Iowa and maybe S. Dakota?

Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on Today at 10:57:31 AMIn regard to retention, try to use some common sense.

We have 3 really good underclassmen already in house, one of which looks like he could be a superstar. 

Shaka and staff have built relationships over years with these players.  They have bought into Marquette and its culture. 

Yet you don't think prioritizing these guys, who look like they can be difference makers, is the right decision?

What do you think similar players like that will get in the transfer portal market?  How many schools would Shaka be competing with for players like that?  And what do you think the NIL offers will be? Not prioritizing keeping your best young players is just such an inane, illogical notion. 

Also, I don't know what Marquette's NIL budget is but it is not unlimited.  They staff has to prioritize.  Now that doesn't mean they won't spend in the portal and it certainly doesn't mean they can't find some really good players to fill the gaps around what is coming back.

Marquette doesn't have to add highly-paid stars via the portal to be really good next season. If they do, great...but it is not necessary.   

I can also guarantee he's had some conversations already with players.  You think Sean Jones thinks he's coming back next season?  It couldn't be any more obvious that he's been held out so he could potentially get an extra year with via medical hardship. 

Are you kidding? These guys can't win games now. What makes you think they'll win games next season. The in coming class has yet to prove they can play high major D1 ball.

Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on Today at 12:00:38 PMPlease remind me where I said 1-2 transfers would suffice, genius.

So angry all the time. Take a Xanax.

Shaka has another year below mid of the conference he's no longer the HC at Marquette. I know that makes you angry, but it's the truth. Sorry, genius.

Quote from: Hards Alumni on Today at 12:02:49 PMChase and Ben are gone since they're seniors.  Obviously, Zaide is gone.  I can see one more leaving (Sean), but I'd truly be shocked if it was more than that.  IMO, CH, Tre, and Josh Clark all stick around.  Teams can carry 15 players, and I think Shaka will grab two and roll out with what he has, and the best players will play the majority of the playing time available.

Nothin like going from 11th to 8/9th place YoY.

If this is the way the staff decides to go, then YIKES.

I appreciate being admirable, but some of you need a dose of reality when it comes to the talent deficiency on this roster.

Quote from: rocky_warrior on Today at 11:56:59 AMAgreed, Shaka has been playing those two more since the portal talk started.  Common sense says that's because he believes in them.

Or he's trying to get a final read in meaningless games.

Quote from: rocky_warrior on Today at 11:56:59 AMAgreed, Shaka has been playing those two more since the portal talk started.  Common sense says that's because he believes in them.

Or, in regard to Caedin, it's because Ben is hurt and Royce was in foul trouble last night. 

As for Norman, he's played 14 and 9 minutes the past two games.  He played 7 and 10 the two games prior to the portal announcement.  This team has no guard depth and Tre has played ok the last few games.  I highly doubt it's any indication he's confident in bringing him back as a key piece next season. 

Shaka does not believe either of those guys will be significant contributors next season and it would be shocking if both are back.  1, maybe. 

Quote from: MurphysTillClose on Today at 11:28:06 AMLOL all you want.

If you think only 1-2 transfers will suffice after finishing dead last in the Big East, you might be dumber than willie.

Chase and Ben are gone since they're seniors.  Obviously, Zaide is gone.  I can see one more leaving (Sean), but I'd truly be shocked if it was more than that.  IMO, CH, Tre, and Josh Clark all stick around.  Teams can carry 15 players, and I think Shaka will grab two and roll out with what he has, and the best players will play the majority of the playing time available. 

Quote from: MurphysTillClose on Today at 11:28:06 AMLOL all you want.

If you think only 1-2 transfers will suffice after finishing dead last in the Big East, you might be dumber than willie.

Please remind me where I said 1-2 transfers would suffice, genius. 

My take...he'll only have the money for NJ, RP & AS if he goes out and get 3 solid portal guys.  He's going to need to spend some to retain some. All booster money will have strings attached. 

"You want to keep Nigel, fine, find someone to pair with him"

Quote from: jfp61 on Today at 11:22:15 AMWe're gonna finish with a 10-22 record. This staff won't run off anyone. They'll bring in two or three mid level transfers. And we'll go 16-15 next year and miss the tournment again. All because Shaka doesn't feel like evaluating his "guys".

Sure.

We'll see what happens.  I'm sure you'll be here to admit it if you're proven wrong, right?