Theo John transferring?

[Pakuni]

I would think Theo going to Duke would hurt his chances of playing professionally in 2 years. He won't get much playing time, so his stats will stink, and he won't have much tape to show. Wouldn't he be considerably better off if he went the mid-major route if he's trying to go pro? Or does a year with Coach K carry more weight than a nice stat line from the MEAC for international scouts?

What Theo does even in limited minutes against ACC competition will weigh far more on scouts' impressions than what he does against MEAC players.
 

[BrewCity83]

Theo would get minutes at Duke.  They've lost 1 big to the draft and 2 others are in the portal, leaving only 2 players 6'9" or taller.

https://247sports.com/college/duke/Article/Duke-reaches-out-to-former-Big-East-shot-blocking-center-Theo-John-164189416/

[NickelDimer]

Happy for Theo. I hope he crushes it at Duke.

[MomofMUltiples]

He hasn't committed to Duke yet, right? Minnesota is also interested, and he would be a hometown hero there.  But maybe what he really wants is a deep tourney run. 

[HutchwasClutch]

Is there some secret fraternity I'm not in on that Theo is headed to Duke, #donedeal?  Because it's being assumed nowhere else but this thread. Only thing I find is Duke contacted him when his name hit the portal.  And that's all there is right now.  You wouldn't know it reading this thread though.

[Billy Hoyle]

Happy for Theo. I hope he crushes it at Duke.

where is there anything definite he's going to Duke? It sounds like they just reached out.

[MU82]

Yeah, that's pretty funny. We don't even know if Duke has serious interest.

There apparently has been at least some level of contact. Which led to a conversation here about whether or not that would be good for him. Which led to folks congratulating Theo on playing for Duke. Ye Olde Telephone Game!

I just hope things work out the way Theo wants them to.

[Pakuni]

Is there some secret fraternity I'm not in on that Theo is headed to Duke, #donedeal?  Because it's being assumed nowhere else but this thread. Only thing I find is Duke contacted him when his name hit the portal.  And that's all there is right now.  You wouldn't know it reading this thread though.

There are three Crystal Ball picks for Theo to Duke by three "Duke insiders," and the Crystal Ball is never wrong.

https://247sports.com/PlayerInstitution/Theo-John-at-Marquette-207472/CurrentTransferInstitutionPredictions/

[GooooMarquette]

They want him for his three-point shooting.

[MomofMUltiples]

Well at least at Duke the refs probably wouldn't give him a foul because he breathed on some scrawny guy.

[Uncle Rico]

There are three Crystal Ball picks for Theo to Duke by three "Duke insiders," and the Crystal Ball is never wrong.

https://247sports.com/PlayerInstitution/Theo-John-at-Marquette-207472/CurrentTransferInstitutionPredictions/

Done deal, folks

[BrewCity83]

There are three Crystal Ball picks for Theo to Duke by three "Duke insiders," and the Crystal Ball is never wrong.

https://247sports.com/PlayerInstitution/Theo-John-at-Marquette-207472/CurrentTransferInstitutionPredictions/

That link also lists Theo at 210 pounds, LOL.

[cheebs09]

That link also lists Theo at 210 pounds, LOL.

Which bicep did they weigh?

[BrewCity83]

Theo eats weights, dontcha know?

[Scoop Snoop]

He hasn't committed to Duke yet, right? Minnesota is also interested, and he would be a hometown hero there.  But maybe what he really wants is a deep tourney run.

I remember hearing that phrase about 9 years ago but it has slipped my mind as to what it means. Help me out here.

[connie]

Love what Theo gave to us, but am having a hard time seeing this work out.

[Pakuni]

Love what Theo gave to us, but am having a hard time seeing this work out.

Why?

[MU82]

Love what Theo gave to us, but am having a hard time seeing this work out.

Seeing what work out?

[Viper]

Theo is a such a great guy. So happy to have had him at MU. Wish he would stay another year but if he plays at Duke I'll be very happy for him.  I hope he can springboard that into getting paid in the future.

Theo will definitely get paid, but not to play basketball. If he plays next season for another college program, wishing him success.

[The Sultan]

Theo will definitely get paid, but not to play basketball. If he plays next season for another college program, wishing him success.

Theo will be making money overseas if he wants.  That's not in doubt.

[Viper]

Theo will be making money overseas if he wants.  That's not in doubt.

not in doubt and how do you know this?

[The Sultan]

not in doubt and how do you know this?

Because American bigs play overseas for a long time.  Burke, Davante, Otule, etc are all still playing overseas.  (Or at least had been up until Covid.)  John is as good or better than many of them.

[forgetful]

Theo was a F'n Warrior for 4 years.  Put more into #mubb than anyone else associated with the program.  If he can suit up for freaking Duke and play a super senior year at Cameron Indoor, my God, run, do not walk, to that opportunity.  Hope it happens for him.  He'll always be a favorite of mine.  A true Warrior.

I agree with this. Theo is a solid basketball player and an absolute warrior, and amazing teammate. He is likely one of the most improved players at MU. I remember him missing layups in his first year, where he would throw the ball so hard it'd bounce back out to the FT line. This year, he was one of our better FT shooters, with actually some nice touch.

I'd love to see him at MU and think he would put in the work to be an even better player. I hope he gets the best of opportunities next year, and takes advantage of a once in a lifetime opportunity.

[BM1090]

Because American bigs play overseas for a long time.  Burke, Davante, Otule, etc are all still playing overseas.  (Or at least had been up until Covid.)  John is as good or better than many of them.

Yep. Theo will have a long, profitable career if he stays healthy.

[Viper]

Because American bigs play overseas for a long time.  Burke, Davante, Otule, etc are all still playing overseas.  (Or at least had been up until Covid.)  John is as good or better than many of them.

conjecture, but ok. Good on ya FBM.