Midseason Transfers

[MUMountin]

'Tis that time of year.  With a free scholarship, there was speculation that Wojo was hanging on to it in case the right player was looking to transfer--either at midseason or end of the year.

As most schools are wrapping up their semesters, we should be hearing about a lot of midseason transfers in the next week or two. 

I'm assuming that if we go after any sort of mid-season transfers, we'll be looking for another big, given how stacked we'll be at guard and wing in 2016-2017.  But a big could help either back up HE/Fischer for the conference season or could slide into HE's spot if he leaves for the NBA.  Either way, should be a ton of minutes down low in 2017-2018, so a great opportunity for someone to walk into.

Just saw that Elijah Thomas, a Top 50 recruit out of Texas A&M (TAMU Eagle, any insight?), announced he'll be transferring.  Is he the type to focus on for a midseason transfer?

Other midseason transfers to keep track of?

[Tugg Speedman]

Ners is on Dodds board saying we will have a transfer.

You buying it?

[MUMountin]

Ners is on Dodds board saying we will have a transfer.

You buying it?

Given the logjam at our guard positions, including adding Rowsey and Hauser next year, I wouldn't be surprised if someone feels like they can get more minutes elsewhere.  Unfortunately, I'd worry it would be someone like Duane or JJJ.

[BM1090]

Given the logjam at our guard positions, including adding Rowsey and Hauser next year, I wouldn't be surprised if someone feels like they can get more minutes elsewhere.  Unfortunately, I'd worry it would be someone like Duane or JJJ.

But in both cases, midseason wouldn't make sense. Might as well wait until the end of the year

[ChitownSpaceForRent]

I want to say I really don't think anybody from the current team is going to transfer midseason but I never expected Deonte to leave.

Also, for those saying JJJ will leave I HIGHLY doubt it just because it would be a logistical nightmare. Say he transferred midseason, he would only have one semester of basketball left because he would be a senior next year, unless he decides to red shirts but I know I wouldn't want to sit out an entire year and a half before playing again.

[MU Buff]

The only one who isn't playing as much as I thought is JJJ and it would make no sense to transfer halfway through his junior year. He would have one semester of eligibility left unless he sits out all of next year as well.

[RideMyBuycks]

But in both cases, midseason wouldn't make sense. Might as well wait until the end of the year

That, and aren't they both (Duane especially) getting equivalent minutes coming off the bench vs. starting? I've got to think Dwil's minutes would be there next year. JJ transferring wouldn't surprise me as much--his body language hasn't been great over the last 3 semesters.

[MUMountin]

But in both cases, midseason wouldn't make sense. Might as well wait until the end of the year

Good point--didn't really think about that, especially for someone like JJJ (I kind of forget that he's a junior).

[MUMountin]

But getting back to the point of this topic--about players to transfer IN, not about players transferring out: who or what type would you like to see Wojo target?

[ChitownSpaceForRent]

Also, Duane already redshirted, so unless he can get a medical waiver for his freshman season, he will lose a year of eligibility.

[Herman Cain]

Given the logjam at our guard positions, including adding Rowsey and Hauser next year, I wouldn't be surprised if someone feels like they can get more minutes elsewhere.  Unfortunately, I'd worry it would be someone like Duane or JJJ.

Losing either or both would be a big problem. Duane is getting starters minutes and his production is good. I think he has realized that this year is about the Bigs and he is understanding his role. We need JJJ both this year and next as an experienced sub, especially against the more athletic teams.  Also his value will continue to rise the more he buys into what the coaching staff is teaching him and the more Carter matures. JJJ is the biggest beneficiary of Carter in transition .

[MU Buff]

But getting back to the point of this topic--about players to transfer IN, not about players transferring out: who or what type would you like to see Wojo target?

I would say an energy PF who gets points through running the floor and offensive rebounds. A Jameel McKay type player.

[JamilJaeJamailJrJuan]

Ners is on Dodds board saying we will have a transfer.

You buying it?

No I'm not. And it's best not to speculate about it.

[GoldenZebra]

Even if we gave some sort of credence to the rumor that there is a transfer, I doubt it. But if i was to play into the craziness and take a guess I'd say Anim.

[We R Final Four]

Duane Wilson is not transferring.

As cornmehl stated I would like to see an athletic PF--off rebounding type.

I think the staff believes in Matt H. Next year, Luke is a senior and MH is a soph. They can bring MH along a little this year, summer and next year.
It is great to see MU teams with height this year so would like to see that continue.

[Da 'Lanche]

Ners is on Dodds board saying we will have a transfer.

You buying it?

It's his inside connections....John Dawson has regretted his decision and is transferring back to Marquette.

[brewcity77]

Ners is on Dodds board saying we will have a transfer.

You buying it?

Did John Dawson's brother tell him? Ners has been banging the JJ is going to transfer drum for three years now. I didn't believe it then and don't now.

If JJ leaves now, he gets three months to play somewhere next year. If he waits until the end of the year it would make more sense because at least he'd get a full year to play. Maybe JJ leaves and Anim has to grow up fast. Who knows, could happen, but I'm not going to speculate or worry about it.

[jsglow]

Still don't really understand this mid year thing.  I guess if you're John Dawson and have been nailed to the bench it makes some sense.  Similarly, if a new coach comes in that you just can't mesh with I'll understand.  Look, I still don't get the STjr. decision but at least that was at the end of the year.  I'd be very surprised if anyone left now.  I could see it more at the end of the year if a player decided he couldn't play at this level.

As to any incoming, I could see a big being interested in the potential minutes beginning as early as next year.

[RushmoreAcademy]

Ners is still somehow effecting this board while posting on other boards.  His legacy lives on!

[WarriorFan]

It's pretty clear we need a rebounding PF, especially if Henry leaves. 

I cannot figure out why anyone would ever transfer mid-season, except to say that they're college students and their logic is not very solid. 

We need a Big East Power Forward.  6-7 to 6-9, strong, likes to rebound, plays good D, can score on putbacks, the occasional dunk on a missed defensive assignment, and one or two post moves per game.  In fact, we need this whether Henry stays or goes.  Basically Steve Taylor without the stupid 3's he used to take. 

[Loose Cannon]

No I'm not. And it's best not to speculate about it.

  +1000

[Golden Avalanche]

Was waiting for this thread. It isn't Scoop unless we have some teenage girl dramatics to discuss.

[Juan Anderson's Mixtape]

Geez, Ners makes a cryptic post on another board and the tin foil hats come out.  Time to buy some stock in Reynolds Wrap, ai'na?

Elijah Thomas would be awesome.  TAMU Eagle, it's up to you to make sure the transfer paperwork blocks all schools except Marquette. But this quote makes him look like a bad fit at Marquette:

"I'm disappointed in Elijah's decision to transfer," Texas A&M coach Billy Kennedy said in a statement. "He's struggled with injuries and missed several weeks of practice. Unfortunately, sometimes young people have a hard time working through the process. I wish Elijah the best." (Source: http://www.cbssports.com/collegebasketball/eye-on-college-basketball/25414091/former-top-50-recruit-elijah-thomas-to-transfer-from-texas-am)

[MUMountin]

It's pretty clear we need a rebounding PF, especially if Henry leaves. 

I cannot figure out why anyone would ever transfer mid-season, except to say that they're college students and their logic is not very solid. 

We need a Big East Power Forward.  6-7 to 6-9, strong, likes to rebound, plays good D, can score on putbacks, the occasional dunk on a missed defensive assignment, and one or two post moves per game.  In fact, we need this whether Henry stays or goes.  Basically Steve Taylor without the stupid 3's he used to take.

While I understand STjrs decision to leave with HE coming in, it sure would have been nice to have him as back-up to Henry and Luke this year.  Just imagine if we had him coming in off the bench to spell either for a little bit each game, or there in case of foul trouble.  Oh well.

[jsglow]

While I understand STjrs decision to leave with HE coming in, it sure would have been nice to have him as back-up to Henry and Luke this year.  Just imagine if we had him coming in off the bench to spell either for a little bit each game, or there in case of foul trouble.  Oh well.

No doubt. Still baffles me.  I actually think it'll be very quiet on the MU front through the rest of the year with the next announcement being HE saying he's having so much fun that he wants to play here at least another year.  (Okay, the next announcement will be HE's but not that.)