2018-19

[tower912]

PG:   Howard, Elliot
SG:   Anim, Cheatham,
SF:  Hauser,  Bailey, Cain
PF:  Hauser, John, Morrow
C:  Heldt, Froling, Eke (likely RS, IMO)

Grimes would make that team better.  And I like the balance that adding another guard would bring.   But keep that group together after a year of growth and development?    I will take that right now and cannot wait. 

[Galway Eagle]

Sr Cheatham would be over Anim I think. I also imagine Morrow is above Joey.

I agree though that's a solid core right there, could almost do buzz's line changes with that line up.

[tower912]

I wasn't actually ranking them in starting order, just the order they popped into my head.    You can mix and match any way you want and still have a solid 5 on the floor. 

[Galway Eagle]

I wasn't actually ranking them in starting order, just the order they popped into my head.    You can mix and match any way you want and still have a solid 5 on the floor.

My bad!

[tower912]

Not really.   It is easy to see those 5 starting.     But it is equally easy to picture Anim starting at the 2, John starting at the 4, Froling at the 5, etc.     My overarching point is that, assuming they stick around and assuming development, the team is going to be loaded in 18-19.    And that while having Grimes would be awesome, there will still be an exciting season if he goes elsewhere.   

[TheyWereCones]

That team looks very exciting on paper, and even the next year we would hypothetically have everyone back but Cheatham and Heldt.  The year after could be even better.  But I'm getting way ahead of myself.

[bilsu]

C John
PF Morrow
SF Sam
SG Haanif
PG Howard

2 power rebounders with three scorers.

[DCHoopster]

C John
PF Morrow
SF Sam
SG Haanif
PG Howard

2 power rebounders with three scorers.

I would be very happy with that group, but the best is the group of subs as well.  Froling, Heldt, Hauser, Anim and Elliott and did not even mention Cain, practice
will be intense for sure.

[tower912]

C John
PF Morrow
SF Sam
SG Haanif
PG Howard

2 power rebounders with three scorers.

Or Harry, Morrow, Sam, Sacar, Howard.     I love the possibilities.    Honestly, the only ones I can feel comfortable projecting as starters in 18-19 are Markus and Sam.     Everything else is up for grabs.    And that is a good thing. 

[Herman Cain]

C John
PF Morrow
SF Sam
SG Haanif
PG Howard

2 power rebounders with three scorers.

That is a 1970s style MU lineup.

[The Lens]

We could also land the best plug and play grad transfer this spring.  We will be a much more attractive destination for a kid like Damion Lee who wants to move up and win on the big stage.

[JamilJaeJamailJrJuan]

Morrow gonna' play, and Morrow gonna' be good.

[Herman Cain]

After he gets some experience, Ike is going to be an intimidating player. Really looking forward to seeing the young man develop.

[JamilJaeJamailJrJuan]

After he gets some experience, Ike is going to be an intimidating player. Really looking forward to seeing the young man develop.

You've mentioned that once or twice, IIRC.

[jsglow]

After he gets some experience, Ike is going to be an intimidating player. Really looking forward to seeing the young man develop.

Agreed.  Young man has only played ball for 4 years.  He's athletic and strong.  I really do believe he's a strong red shirt candidate next year if the Sacar experience turns out positive.

[JamilJaeJamailJrJuan]

Agreed.  Young man has only played ball for 4 years.  He's athletic and strong.  I really do believe he's a strong red shirt candidate next year if the Sacar experience turns out positive.

I've decided healthy redshirting is dumb.  Probably a 50/50 chance Sacar bounces after his junior year to be a grad transfer.  Why wouldn't you?  Go spend a year somewhere warm and play some ball with some fresh faces.  Until they change the grad transfer rule, I just don't think redshirting makes much sense unless there extenuating circumstances (injury, illness, legitimately won't see floor, etc).

[TAMU, Knower of Ball]

I've decided healthy redshirting is dumb.  Probably a 50/50 chance Sacar bounces after his junior year to be a grad transfer.  Why wouldn't you?  Go spend a year somewhere warm and play some ball with some fresh faces.  Until they change the grad transfer rule, I just don't think redshirting makes much sense unless there extenuating circumstances (injury, illness, legitimately won't see floor, etc).

It's not even close to a 50/50 split for students who are grad transfer eligible who actually take advantage of it. Most stay with their programs. Why would you leave if you like where you are?

[TheyWereCones]

I've decided healthy redshirting is dumb.  Probably a 50/50 chance Sacar bounces after his junior year to be a grad transfer.  Why wouldn't you?  Go spend a year somewhere warm and play some ball with some fresh faces.  Until they change the grad transfer rule, I just don't think redshirting makes much sense unless there extenuating circumstances (injury, illness, legitimately won't see floor, etc).

You mean like Sacar last year and possibly Ike next year?

[JamilJaeJamailJrJuan]

It's not even close to a 50/50 split for students who are grad transfer eligible who actually take advantage of it. Most stay with their programs. Why would you leave if you like where you are?

Partially hyperbole, but most guys who get a 5th year have already transferred at least once. With transfers today, it's tough to develop and groom and guy for 4 years and you nkt even get the benefit.

You mean like Sacar last year and possibly Ike next year?

Sacar would have seen some time last year. A little early to say that about sophomore Eke. I suppose if you have 13 eligible scholarship players, go ahead in certain circumstances. But it can also burn you...that's all I'm saying. 

[mubb3434]

I am not seeing a scenario where Joey doesn't start...It's not everyday a talent like that with his height sits. Regardless, it's awesome that it's even a topic of conversation. I am very excited for the next couple of years. Would love to see a Howard, Grimes, Hauser, Hauser, John lineup with a lot of depth on the bench.

[tower912]

Bump.  Time to focus on what MU has.

[fjm]

Bump.  Time to focus on what MU has.

What Tower said.

[DCHoopster]

I am not seeing a scenario where Joey doesn't start...It's not everyday a talent like that with his height sits. Regardless, it's awesome that it's even a topic of conversation. I am very excited for the next couple of years. Would love to see a Howard, Grimes, Hauser, Hauser, John lineup with a lot of depth on the bench.

I do not see why you think he will start.  Plays much like Sam, not quick off his feet.  I see a center (Heldt, Froling or John), then I see Morrow who is built like a tank,
and really will be a 4th year senior, then I see Sam, he is not sitting and then 2 guards.  Joey will be first player off the bench at either forward spots and will play 20-25 minutes.  Very experienced time, Joey will have to wait his turn.

There is 1 possibility, if Morrow starts at Center.  But in practice he is not working there.

[JamilJaeJamailJrJuan]

I do not see why you think he will start.  Plays much like Sam, not quick off his feet.  I see a center (Heldt, Froling or John), then I see Morrow who is built like a tank,
and really will be a 4th year senior, then I see Sam, he is not sitting and then 2 guards.  Joey will be first player off the bench at either forward spots and will play 20-25 minutes.  Very experienced time, Joey will have to wait his turn.

There is 1 possibility, if Morrow starts at Center.  But in practice he is not working there.

Morrow transferred from Nebraska because he didn't want to play the 5.  I suspect he'll see a little time there when MU goes small, but he is primarily going to play the 4, and maybe even a little SF.

[MU82]

Morrow transferred from Nebraska because he didn't want to play the 5.  I suspect he'll see a little time there when MU goes small, but he is primarily going to play the 4, and maybe even a little SF.

And McKay transferred from MU because he didn't want to play the 5. So he went to Iowa State ... where he played the 5.

You tell the kid, "I fully intended to play you at the 4 but stuff happened, and everybody in the program really appreciates you being the great team player and leader you are!"

Not saying that will happen with Morrow at MU, but it's happened before countless times at programs from sea to shining sea, and it will happen again.