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[MU82]

Sam now shooting .556 from 2, .494 from 3 and .900 on FTs (as if that matters).

Also leads us in rebounding and steals. Second in assists.

He needs to stop improving so damn much or else he won't be here for 4 years!

Hats off to wades for predicting an NBA career for the young man. I believe he will be proven correct, and those who know me know that I don't give out "he'll be in the NBA" easily when Scoopers bring it up for various players.

[ChitownSpaceForRent]

I definitely think he will see some run in the NBA, but he needs to improve his athleticism a little bit more. Not to say he's unathletic, the NBA is just a different beast.

But there will always room for a 6'7" guy who can move really well and shoot the lights out.

[cheese ball chaser]

I was talking to my brother about Sam during the game. Is there a case to be made that Sam is the best all around player on the team?

[MU82]

I was talking to my brother about Sam during the game. Is there a case to be made that Sam is the best all around player on the team?

I don't think there's much question about that. I mean, who else could it possibly be?

[wadesworld]

I definitely think he will see some run in the NBA, but he needs to improve his athleticism a little bit more. Not to say he's unathletic, the NBA is just a different beast.

But there will always room for a 6'7" guy who can move really well and shoot the lights out.

I think the efficiency with which he moves makes up for his (comparatively speaking, when talking NBA athletes) lack of athleticism.

I was talking to my brother about Sam during the game. Is there a case to be made that Sam is the best all around player on the team?

In my opinion, there is no doubt he is our best all around player.

[TAMU, Knower of Ball]

Sam is unquestionably our best all around player.

[We R Final Four]

Sam now shooting .556 from 2, .494 from 3 and .900 on FTs (as if that matters).

Also leads us in rebounding and steals. Second in assists.

He needs to stop improving so damn much or else he won't be here for 4 years!

Hats off to wades for predicting an NBA career for the young man. I believe he will be proven correct, and those who know me know that I don't give out "he'll be in the NBA" easily when Scoopers bring it up for various players.

Did Sam declare after the game last night? I must've missed that. Perhaps hold congratulations until he actually plays in the NBA?
Love Sam and love what he does for our team. I too think he will play in the NBA, but I will wait and see how his college career unfolds first.

[Frenns Liquor Depot]

Sam now shooting .556 from 2, .494 from 3 and .900 on FTs (as if that matters).

Also leads us in rebounding and steals. Second in assists.

He needs to stop improving so damn much or else he won't be here for 4 years!

Hats off to wades for predicting an NBA career for the young man. I believe he will be proven correct, and those who know me know that I don't give out "he'll be in the NBA" easily when Scoopers bring it up for various players.

Sam is a great player for MU.  IMO, for him to take the next step its going to be about improving his defense and getting his shot against athletic defenders (ala Jimmy B his Jr/Sr year).  NBA - we will see - both of those have a long way to go, but wouldn't bet against him continuing to improve.

[tower912]

I am enjoying watching Sam.   Great shooter, great understanding of the game, great player for Marquette.    Unless the kid is sensational, the question is always 'who can they guard at the NBA level?'     As of right now, can you see Sam guarding an NBA 3?  If the answer is yes, then he can play in the NBA.   If you can't picture that, then you have to admit he has a ways to go.   

[TAMU, Knower of Ball]

Sam is an underrated defender. Not ready to guard an NBA 3 mind you.  But I think he could get there

[StillAWarrior]

Every time I watch Sam play this season, I find myself thinking, "His little brother is better than this?  Really?"

The future is bright, fellow Marquette fans.

[TAMU, Knower of Ball]

His little brother is better,  but I think junior Sam will be better then freshmen Joey.  If Joey improves at the rate Sam did.... Scary good possibilities.

[wadesworld]

Sam defends 100x better than Henry Ellenson, even with Henry's height advantage.  Sam also shoots the ball 100x better than Hank.  Hank is a far better ball handler, but neither Hank nor Sam will ever be asked to be a ball handler in the NBA.  Hank is being paid an NBA contract.  Sam will too.

[Galway Eagle]

I could see sam being a Korver type player. I'd say McDermott but I think McDermott had a bit better ability down low. Though two more years sam could develop that.

[Dr. Blackheart]

Chris Crawford, people.

[Lennys Tap]

Chris Crawford, people.

Minus the frequent foot shuffling/traveling.

[Dr. Blackheart]

Minus the frequent foot shuffling/traveling.

Plus the 7 year NBA career. Sam's foot speed is much better than Chris (or Steve's for that matter). There will be a place for Sam in the NBA if he continues to shoot lights out.

[JWags85]

Calling Sam 6'7 is a bit of an understatement I think.  Harry is listed as 6'11 and there isn't much difference there.  I think he's probably closer to 6'9.

Korver is a decent comp.  I thought a slightly less bouncy Chandler Parsons too.

[Dawson Rental]

Did Sam declare after the game last night? I must've missed that. Perhaps hold congratulations until he actually plays in the NBA?
Love Sam and love what he does for our team. I too think he will play in the NBA, but I will wait and see how his college career unfolds first.

Pouring some cold water on that shite!

Me?  I'm still warm.

[JamilJaeJamailJrJuan]

If he continues at this rate of improvement, I think there is a legit chance we don't get Sam all 4 years.  The kid is really, really, really good. 

But with Joey coming in next year, I think its pretty much guaranteed we get him at least 1 more season. Next season should be special.

[Galway Eagle]

If he continues at this rate of improvement, I think there is a legit chance we don't get Sam all 4 years.  The kid is really, really, really good. 

But with Joey coming in next year, I think its pretty much guaranteed we get him at least 1 more season. Next season should be special.

Some of that I'm sure will depend on Marcus and Joey. If the team next ear is truly one at the level of the 08-09 or 11-12 teams then I could see them sticking around giving another go.

[JamilJaeJamailJrJuan]

Some of that I'm sure will depend on Marcus and Joey. If the team next ear is truly one at the level of the 08-09 or 11-12 teams then I could see them sticking around giving another go.

We can sure hope so.

[4everwarriors]

Sam's legit, butt da Association is a hoe different game. Gotta improve both his quickness and strength. Non-conference stats=no matta. Let's cee 'im strap it on and put his big boy pants on against betta comp, ai na?

[wadesworld]

Sam's legit, butt da Association is a hoe different game. Gotta improve both his quickness and strength. Non-conference stats=no matta. Let's cee 'im strap it on and put his big boy pants on against betta comp, ai na?

Better than that kid who went from Milwaukee Hamilton out to Westwood on his way to Oakland, ai'na?

[HammerScreen]

Sam is easily our most complete player, however, I don't see him as an NBA player yet. His feet are a little slow and lacks the athleticism of an NBA 3. I hope I'm wrong, of course.