Vander to the NBA draft

[wrk592]

Lotta talk at the Al about Vander leaving. One source tells me she had to remove Vanders photo from the MUBB stationary. Also, see Vanders tweet, "everybody Askin the same question"

Could Vander be stupid enough to leave?

[mu_hilltopper]

Well, flights to Europe are pretty cheap right now.

[esotericmindguy]

Well, flights to Europe are pretty cheap right now.

+1. Crazy, maybe he needs to talk to Jerel McNeal. He had some decent success at Marquette. I watch a bit of NBA and I don't see how a 6'3 guard that struggles with shooting fits in. Maybe he's being told he's a first round pick. If that's the case he has to go.

[GGGG]

Lotta talk at the Al about Vander leaving. One source tells me she had to remove Vanders photo from the MUBB stationary.

I'm pretty certain that removing Vander from the stationary would be pretty far down the list of things to do.  That's not what I would call evidence.

[Dawson Rental]

It makes sense that this thread is started by someone with just three posts.

[muwarrior69]

Can't blame the kid if he wants to go pro. Family has been struggling financially.  Buzz and his mom will make sure if its the right time to decide or not.

The team would be better if he stays no doubt, but will succeed without him.

[Nukem2]

Vander probably would be better served to stay for his senior season.  But, the draft is much weaker this year than next, so who knows.  Probably not a first-rounder for either 2013 or 2014....? Also, his outside shot (though improved this year) probably won't get much better.  Would not be surprised to see him put his name into the draft.  Selfishly, I would like to see him come back, but that may not be the case.  The biggest case for him to return would be that he would get his degree or be close.  Maybe, his Mom might have some input into that side of things.

[mhendrick]

league not looking for poor shooting guards. just ask d. james. Vander needs to spend another summer working on his
shot, come back and prove he can do it then he may be a lotery pick. Please Vander think it through.

[real chili 83]

It makes sense that this thread is started by someone with just three posts.

Probably from Madison too.

Nothing to see here.

[brewcity77]

Anyone who doesn't realize Vander would get a shot in the NBA must have gouged their eyes out with Oedipus glasses for fear that this team would be unwatchable without Jae and DJO.

Vander would get drafted this year if he declared, guaranteed. Probably second round, but he has enough size (more than DJO or Jerel) and length, can get to the rack, and most important has shown the willingness and ability to improve his game, which means his potential is something that has been proven to be tangible, unlike many one-and-done types that declare simply because they played in the Mickey D's game.

I sincerely hope he comes back, but if he goes, I wouldn't blame him at all.

[wrk592]

To everyone who's calling me out: I just heard from someone who's worked at the office for the past 3 years that Vander leaving is the talk of the office. Its a possibility and he would get drafted.

Just surprised no one has brought it up yet.

[denverMU]

Lotta talk at the Al about Vander leaving. One source tells me she had to remove Vanders photo from the MUBB stationary. Also, see Vanders tweet, "everybody Askin the same question"

Could Vander be stupid enough to leave?

Is that you kenoshawarrior???

[onepost]

And for everyone heaving accusations around, wrk592 is a current Junior here at Marquette, and as big a fanatic as any of us here. Let's hope Vander sees next year as a chance to get even better while making another deep tourney run.

[We R Final Four]

I love the guy who is privy to the inside info and the "source backed" rumors just happens to be the one who has less than 15 posts.  I am putting soooooo much stock into what you have to say. What about Buzz leaving--pls provide updates from your sources.

[PuertoRicanNightmare]

Why not go through the process sans agent?

[Dr. Blackheart]

Draft Express has Vander listed at #21 in the 2014 draft...one spot above Hardaway. Why wouldn't he throw his hat in the ring during the early entry process and withdraw if interest is not there for 2013?

http://www.draftexpress.com/nba-mock-draft/2014/

[dwaderoy2004]

Why not go through the process sans agent?

Don't think you can really do that anymore.  NCAA makes you declare something like one week after the NCAA championship game, well before any workouts or camps occur.

[nyg]

Draft Express has Vander listed at #21 in the 2014 draft...one spot above Hardaway.  Why wouldn't he throw his hat in the ring during the early entry process and withdraw if interest is not there for 2013?

http://www.draftexpress.com/nba-mock-draft/2014/

Because someone is giving him bad advice at the moment.  I would hate to see him leave for 2013, I don't think he goes in first round at all.  Second round and he is NDBL and a waste.  He has improved each year and next year if he continues, then his stock will rise.  The NBA scouts have him on his radar and next year would be his vaulting year if he continues to progress at this rate.  

[Dr. Blackheart]

The NCAA withdrawal deadline is April 16:  http://www.draftexpress.com/nba-mock-draft/2014/

Portsmouth is April 10-13 for senior evaluation:  http://www.nbadraft.net/2013-early-entry-list

Does MU let Vander miss school?  

[4everwarriors]

Evil, did you ax permission when cuttin' classes?

[Dr. Blackheart]

Evil, did you ax permission when cuttin' classes?

No, but Vander might like a few last year...

"We're not a minor league for pro sports franchises," (Larry) Williams says."

[mu_hilltopper]

Vander would get drafted this year if he declared, guaranteed.

Good gravy, the guy wasn't even first team Big East and you have him in the NBA "guaranteed"?  

He's a good college player.   NBA draft has him at "Mid second round to likely undrafted."

He's not going anywhere.

Interestingly, they also have Jamil as "Second round to undrafted."  Not sure which is better .. "undrafted" or "likely undrafted" .. probably "likely" is a few spots better.

I've said it before .. none of these guys get drafted unless they take a big leap in future season(s).

[wrk592]

Funny that the number of posts you have dictates how credible you are. I lurk here everyday and decide to post something I've heard about. Its not a "source" it's just a friend I have in the office who has been around the office since frosh year and hears rumors now and then.

Vander has been removed from the brochures mubb sends out to prospective players. Pair that with rumors about him leaving and i figured I would post. Sorry to inconvenience you though.

[amgine]

Why would they take Vander off the promotional material to future players.  His deciding to go to the NBA should/would not affect his presence on this type of material, probably his presence would only enhance it.  Keep trying!

[MUMonster03]

This sounds like one of those a friend heard from a students who is third cousins with the coaches broer. No weight at all.