2026 Transfer Portal Wishlist

[panda]

This season is gone. Minimal to no hope on the development front for much of the roster.

Given it's Christmas time, drop your wish list for next season.

I'll start - Nolan Minessale. Ripping it up for the Tommies this year with flashes last year. Would be great to roster a former Hilltopper as well !

Bump - stay tuned for more panda Easter eggs

[The Sultan]

Deciding between staying at St. Thomas or a very big money bag at of course Iowa St

Will never get the money at MU, so forget him

Look who was Mr. Negative in this topic. Shocking.

[MU82]

Look who was Mr. Negative in this topic. Shocking.

Yup. He's Eeyore #1.

At least #2 - eeyore69 - doesn't routinely post false crapola.

[GoldenEagles03]

I think we need another point guard. I know Minessale can handle the rock, so can Stevens a bit, but we need another point guard on this roster because with 15 spots it would be not smart to go without a backup at the position.

Hoping they use that 15th scholarship on just that.

[Vander Blue Man Group]

I think we need another point guard. I know Minessale can handle the rock, so can Stevens a bit, but we need another point guard on this roster because with 15 spots it would be not smart to go without a backup at the position.

Hoping they use that 15th scholarship on just that.

Combo guard.

What quality of player do you think is going to want to come to play 8-10 MPG behind Nigel?

[Scoop Snoop]

Combo guard.

What quality of player do you think is going to want to come to play 8-10 MPG behind Nigel?

Exactly. Scoopers dreaming that a solid PG is going to come to MU simply to be Nigel's backup are not dealing in reality. Combo guard works though.

[brewcity77]

Combo guard.

What quality of player do you think is going to want to come to play 8-10 MPG behind Nigel?

Well, first I don't think you pitch it like that at all. I think the role is 15-20 mpg behind NJ, Stevens, and Minessale. If there's any injury to any of those three, that probably goes up to 20-30 mpg depending on circumstances.

Then you have to look at who you're targeting. If you are looking for someone who's getting starting offers at high-majors (like Riley was) then you probably aren't in the right business, but if you are looking at guys who would start at mid-majors, you can probably outbid them. In addition, you can pitch a far better path to the NCAA tournament, getting games on national TV night in and night out, and setting them up for a professional career, even if it's overseas.

I think you also say "if you're good enough, you can earn a starting spot" and point to NJ and Stevens last year as guys that earned those roles over time and became players we relied on.

I'd also look heavily at D2 players. Bennett Stirtz isn't the only guy from down there who can ball.

[Vander Blue Man Group]

Well, first I don't think you pitch it like that at all. I think the role is 15-20 mpg behind NJ, Stevens, and Minessale. If there's any injury to any of those three, that probably goes up to 20-30 mpg depending on circumstances.

Then you have to look at who you're targeting. If you are looking for someone who's getting starting offers at high-majors (like Riley was) then you probably aren't in the right business, but if you are looking at guys who would start at mid-majors, you can probably outbid them. In addition, you can pitch a far better path to the NCAA tournament, getting games on national TV night in and night out, and setting them up for a professional career, even if it's overseas.

I think you also say "if you're good enough, you can earn a starting spot" and point to NJ and Stevens last year as guys that earned those roles over time and became players we relied on.

I'd also look heavily at D2 players. Bennett Stirtz isn't the only guy from down there who can ball.

There is no starting spot or significant minutes available for a pure PG unless there's a serious injury, in which case we're most likley f*cked anyway.

I suppose you could find a mid-major starter at PG that would be willing to play limited minutes if his compensation as higher.

However, there is still real opportunity for minutes for a combo guard.  You're going to get a higher quality player than you would if you're looking strictly for a NJ back-up.

[brewcity77]

There is no starting spot or significant minutes available for a pure PG unless there's a serious injury, in which case we're most likley f*cked anyway.

I suppose you could find a mid-major starter at PG that would be willing to play limited minutes if his compensation as higher.

However, there is still real opportunity for minutes for a combo guard.  You're going to get a higher quality player than you would if you're looking strictly for a NJ back-up.

Our offense can certainly function with two point guards on the court. NJ has a 6'3" wingspan, so while it's not ideal, he can guard some 2s and 3s if necessary. Probably won't want to run that out against a UConn that will have 6'6"+ at every non-PG position, but not every opponent will be UConn.

Combo like Riley would be ideal, but if you have to take someone who's just going to play either as a PG or dual-PG, we have the flexibility to offer more than 8-10 mpg. But I don't think we're in the market for another transfer guard, so it's probably all just wishcasting. Though I guess this is the thread for that.

[Captain Quette]

If Riley can score, shoot it would be great to sign him and tell him there is an open starting spot.  NJ, Royce, Fru, Minnesale have the 4 spots locked. We need scoring.

Believe #5 is open. Currently, Owen's and Steven's battling for that last spot. Neither really impressed last year. Let Riley or another player come in and compete. Perhaps not viable, as a portal player may want a guarantee of starting 

[Billy Hoyle]

If Riley can score, shoot it would be great to sign him and tell him there is an open starting spot.  NJ, Royce, Fru, Minnesale have the 4 spots locked. We need scoring.

Believe #5 is open. Currently, Owen's and Steven's battling for that last spot. Neither really impressed last year. Let Riley or another player come in and compete. Perhaps not viable, as a portal player may want a guarantee of starting 

I think the Riley ship has sailed. Yesterday, the more knowledgeable posters here were saying it's Oklahoma and Cincy after he canceled his visit to MU.

[The Sultan]

If Riley can score, shoot it would be great to sign him and tell him there is an open starting spot.  NJ, Royce, Fru, Minnesale have the 4 spots locked. We need scoring.

Believe #5 is open. Currently, Owen's and Steven's battling for that last spot. Neither really impressed last year. Let Riley or another player come in and compete. Perhaps not viable, as a portal player may want a guarantee of starting 

I wouldn't say we need scoring. Shooting? Yes. But we will score.

[Vander Blue Man Group]

If Riley can score, shoot it would be great to sign him and tell him there is an open starting spot.  NJ, Royce, Fru, Minnesale have the 4 spots locked. We need scoring.

Believe #5 is open. Currently, Owen's and Steven's battling for that last spot. Neither really impressed last year. Let Riley or another player come in and compete. Perhaps not viable, as a portal player may want a guarantee of starting 

Stevens was pretty impressive to me during the last half of conference play. He was considerably better than Owens. 

If Owens takes a huge leap and deserves to start, I have no issue with it. But at this point I'd be pretty surprised if Stevens is not a starter.  I think you're underselling him a bit.

[SchnitzelBoy]

Paint Touches seems to think Minessale can slot in at PG so Riley could be surplus to requirements even if we could get him.

[Zog from Margo]

If Riley can score, shoot it would be great to sign him and tell him there is an open starting spot.  NJ, Royce, Fru, Minnesale have the 4 spots locked. We need scoring.

Believe #5 is open. Currently, Owen's and Steven's battling for that last spot. Neither really impressed last year. Let Riley or another player come in and compete. Perhaps not viable, as a portal player may want a guarantee of starting 

Stevens was significantly better than Owens. As of now, Stevens will be one of the better 3 point shooters MU has next year. Owens will have to beat out Minessale for the 3 spot to start, IMO.

[Captain Quette]

Agree we need shooting, good call. Looked at some tape on Minnesale and he can score, not sure about his 3pt shooting. Overall great signing by Shaka.

On Steven's, I checked out his game logs and he scored in double figures in only 2 out of his last 22 games. He struggled against good competition. Not writing him off at all as he shoot 37% from 3 and played well, for a freshman. I just don't see above average athleticism, speed, skills that makes me think he is a starter on a good team. If could make that jump in year 2, we all hope.

[Jay Bee]

On Steven's, I checked out his game logs and he scored in double figures in only 2 out of his last 22 games. He struggled against good competition.

#FakeNews #Lies

It's Stevens, and you need to learn to read game logs in the correct order.

[wadesworld]

Agree we need shooting, good call. Looked at some tape on Minnesale and he can score, not sure about his 3pt shooting. Overall great signing by Shaka.

On Steven's, I checked out his game logs and he scored in double figures in only 2 out of his last 22 games. He struggled against good competition. Not writing him off at all as he shoot 37% from 3 and played well, for a freshman. I just don't see above average athleticism, speed, skills that makes me think he is a starter on a good team. If could make that jump in year 2, we all hope.

I think you were looking at the game log in reverse.  He was in double figures in 6 of our last 11 games, with two other games being at 9 and 8.  He averaged 11.5 ppg over the last 11 games of the year.

[TAMU, Knower of Ball]

On Steven's, I checked out his game logs and he scored in double figures in only 2 out of his last 22 games.

Uh....

March 7 vs UCONN: 11 points
March 4 at Providence: 21 points
February 24 vs Georgetown: 16 points
February 10 at Villanova: 18 points
February 7 vs Butler: 18 points
January 27 vs Creighton: 14 points

That's 6/11 of his last games in double figures. Did you read the game log in reverse?

[Vander Blue Man Group]

Agree we need shooting, good call. Looked at some tape on Minnesale and he can score, not sure about his 3pt shooting. Overall great signing by Shaka.

On Steven's, I checked out his game logs and he scored in double figures in only 2 out of his last 22 games. He struggled against good competition. Not writing him off at all as he shoot 37% from 3 and played well, for a freshman. I just don't see above average athleticism, speed, skills that makes me think he is a starter on a good team. If could make that jump in year 2, we all hope.

What on earth are you talking about? Stevens scored in double figured in 6 of his last 11 games.

[MUWarrior11]

I was very impressed by Stevens last year. He showed poise from day one and is ahead of schedule. Never looked overwhelmed which is rare for a true freshman.

AS is rightfully overshadowed by Nigel but he contributed way more than we typically see a freshman.

Of course I'm just a random fan speculating, but I suspect Shaka views him as a reliable starter at the 2. I see Owens being 6th man with upside, but feel more confident that Stevens will continue to improve than Owens.

[burger]

Another center RIM protector who can lay the wood....One credible center is not enough....

We can do PG by committee when James is resting.....

Need Hamilton to be 15th guy at the end of the bench....

Maybe he will grow some gonads....

[Uncle Rico]

Another center RIM protector who can lay the wood....One credible center is not enough....

We can do PG by committee when James is resting.....

Need Hamilton to be 15th guy at the end of the bench....

Maybe he will grow some gonads....

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[Captain Quette]

Looked at game logs in reverse order on Steven's. Still see him as 4 - 8 rotation player. The one area that could elevate him would be better 3 pt shooting, recipient of drive and kick passes.

I sat pretty close in 2 games and he got cooked on D from lack of speed. Hopefully off season workouts help him w strength, skills, speed. If he is a rotational player, that likely means we are a pretty good team.

[The Sultan]

Another center RIM protector who can lay the wood....One credible center is not enough....

We can do PG by committee when James is resting.....

Need Hamilton to be 15th guy at the end of the bench....

Maybe he will grow some gonads....

Dude, WTF kind of post is this?