Fru to Mu

[#UnleashThePortal]

A. Nope. Regardless, if he went elsewhere, it wouldn't be an indication of being a "poverty program."

B. Yes retaining the BE freshman of the year is a big deal.

C. Shifting goalposts continues...

Oh I'm glad to see were in the same direction here.

Hopefully Marquette will follow up with another big signing so they'll compete. I'm sure youre hoping for the same.

Weird immature take from ya though.

[TAMU, Knower of Ball]

I'm assuming they strong-armed Broeker and Shaka into making that portal announcement before the Xavier game back in February,

No lol.

[MU82]

Accountable for/to what? It's just a message board where we idiots anonymously share information and various hot takes about a college basketball team. Some of which will be spectacularly wrong.
Why do some people get giddy satisfaction over calling out fellow MU fans' mistaken opinions? We all have bad takes.

Maybe we should form a truth commission where posters will be called upon to account for their grave mistakes. We'll start with those who thought RGV was a good idea.

This seems reasonable.

But if turns out not to have been reasonable, I'll admit I was wrong about it. 

[Shooter McGavin]

I think it's quite possible this acquisition raises Marquette's bar considerably.  The ability to play with James could be quite dynamic and open things for the rest of the offense they haven't had since Oso graduated.

I'm with Tower.  If they add guard depth, they should turn things around quickly. Parham was quite good in Big East play.

This.  I'm also in agreement with Tower regarding guard depth but getting a center who can play pick and roll is huge.  The ceiling for this team has gotten instantly higher.  Still need a one or two guards. I trust Shaka will get it done. 

[1SE]

A huge get by any standard. Well done to Shaka.

Isn't our priority now a 3 (is that Minnesale - is that an upgrade over DO there?) and then a backup PG? I'd expect Nigel to be near max minutes next year, so backup PG seems less important except as foul insurance. A rotation of Nigel, AS, Minnesale, RP, Fru with DO backing 3/4, Sheek/Josh/Cadin? backing 4/5, MP backing 2/3, Frosh/transfer backing 1/2 seems like it should be in the tournament.

[TAMU, Knower of Ball]

A huge get by any standard. Well done to Shaka.

Isn't our priority now a 3 (is that Minnesale - is that an upgrade over DO there?) and then a backup PG? I'd expect Nigel to be near max minutes next year, so backup PG seems less important except as foul insurance. A rotation of Nigel, AS, Minnesale, RP, Fru with DO backing 3/4, Sheek/Josh/Cadin? backing 4/5, MP backing 2/3, Frosh/transfer backing 1/2 seems like it should be in the tournament.

You don't really need a 3. You can play three guard lineups to great success. I don't think a backup PG makes much sense. What does make sense is a combo guard who could play next to James or slide over to the 1 when James needs a breather. Riley or Minessale could fill that role.

[1SE]

You don't really need a 3. You can play three guard lineups to great success. I don't think a backup PG makes much sense. What does make sense is a combo guard who could play next to James or slide over to the 1 when James needs a breather. Riley or Minessale could fill that role.

Sorry - who is Riley? Must have missed that chatter.

But basically something like the above? We're still looking for one more starter and then a gaurd backup?

[TAMU, Knower of Ball]

Sorry - who is Riley? Must have missed that chatter.

Tylen Riley from Tulsa is scheduled to visit on Saturday.

But basically something like the above? We're still looking for one more starter and then a gaurd backup?

I think that's what most scoopers are hoping for. I'm not sure if we take more than 2 transfers

[tower912]

A huge get by any standard. Well done to Shaka.

Isn't our priority now a 3 (is that Minnesale - is that an upgrade over DO there?) and then a backup PG? I'd expect Nigel to be near max minutes next year, so backup PG seems less important except as foul insurance. A rotation of Nigel, AS, Minnesale, RP, Fru with DO backing 3/4, Sheek/Josh/Cadin? backing 4/5, MP backing 2/3, Frosh/transfer backing 1/2 seems like it should be in the tournament.

DO, MP, Nash, Ian, EJ, Egbuono.  That is six potential 3s already.  AS, NJ.  That is the guard room.   Math.

[tower912]

Accountable for/to what? It's just a message board where we idiots anonymously share information and various hot takes about a college basketball team. Some of which will be spectacularly wrong.
Why do some people get giddy satisfaction over calling out fellow MU fans' mistaken opinions? We all have bad takes.

Maybe we should form a truth commission where posters will be called upon to account for their grave mistakes. We'll start with those who thought RGV was a good idea.

We are idiots.  And it is a message board.  And all opinions get challenged, just as you are challenging other opinions in your post. Because it is mostly anonymous and we have little else to go on, we judge each other every day by every post.  We recognize patterns from each other and can frequently guess the poster by content, without checking the name.

It is my personal expectation that if I am willing to post it, I am willing to have it disagreed with.  It is supposed to spark and further conversations.   

And therefore, I think it is important to challenge takes I view as wrong.   Just as mine are challenged.

[Hards Alumni]

Just because you think some posters are misfits who should go away doesn't mean you're bothered by what they have to say.
Got it.

I also find some posters/opinions annoying. And I think it's great they they're here exchanging their thoughts and ideas about the program that (I think) we all love and support.

Not sure who likes to argue over nothing more, you or Sultan.   

[The Sultan]

Not sure who likes to argue over nothing more, you or Sultan.   

I will point out that I'm sitting this one out...

[Hards Alumni]

I will point out that I'm sitting this one out...

Ah, so you DO want to argue about this though. 

[MuggsyB]

You don't really need a 3. You can play three guard lineups to great success. I don't think a backup PG makes much sense. What does make sense is a combo guard who could play next to James or slide over to the 1 when James needs a breather. Riley or Minessale could fill that role.

Either/Both would be very solid additions.  What is your anticipated impact of our Frosh class?

[amgine_MU]

I think I would prefer Riley. Shot about 39 percent from 3 and a prominent scorer. I wouldn't mind starting NJ, AS, and Riley along with Royce amd Fru. The Riley could slide in as needed for NJ. Also gives more guard depth than Minnesale would. Riley would be a huge pickup.

[DoctorV]

Nice pickup in Fru.
Wish he had 2 years eligibility but it is what it is.

The best thing about that pickup is that, besides making the team immediately much better this upcoming season, it'll help a guy like Sheek (or even Josh if he develops) see what that role should look like going forward.
Shaka shouldn't have to go out and get another like Sananda the following year, he should be able to have someone step into the role internally.

As for Riley or Minessale either would be another good get, and both would be great.
If I had my choice on either/or I would pick whoever the better scorer and higher usage guy would be, and I would assume that would be Riley but the data guys can chime in here.

That would give Marquette a lineup of
N James
A Stevens
T Riley
R Parham
S Fru

That's a pretty good lineup that would compete for a top 3 spot in the BE and a roster bid given health.

Bench would be solid with potential guys and you just play whoever pops an grows the most
Damarius, Phillips, Clark/Caedin/Sheek, Ian, Nash, Egbuonu, Ethan Johnston gives Shaka a lot of options to red shirt and grow, find then next man up star, figure out who can shoot and defend well enough to play etc etc.
A lot of athleticism and length there too, and hopefully some good shooting and additional basketball skills.

As an aside to the Riley v Minessale talk, Nolan has an extra year of eligibility so you could argue that bringing him on could be more impactful for the program overall, if he hits.

My last point is that although I would take one of those two over another big, because they should be able to score and play heavy minutes at a 1-3 spot, if it was up to me I would bring in another high caliber big given the ability/funds and move on from one of our other two in house bigs.

The above team is good, but becomes that much better with yet one more starting caliber big.
Don't worry about how you'd play them, Shaka can figure it out

[Pakuni]

Not sure who likes to argue over nothing more, you or Sultan.   

It's just an honor to be nominated.

[The Sultan]

I am leaning toward tower's point of view. Two guards, or maybe a guard and a 2/3, because we just don't have the backcourt depth. If it's Riley and Minessale that's fine, but if we decide to go elsewhere, I will trust Shaka to find the right guys. Do we kick the tires again on Odih?

The concern I have with another big is cost. And if Sheek doesn't progress like the staff wants, they can go out and find one next year.

[The Sultan]

It's just an honor to be nominated.

Well yeah. Because I am the obvious winner of the Arguing about Nothing Award.

[Jay Bee]

Nice pickup in Fru.
Wish he had 2 years eligibility but it is what it is.

tbh, I'd put the percentage chance he'll be able to play 2 more years if he wants at something quite high. 5 years is coming soon, it's just a ? of implementation plans, especially for a somewhat unique situation that Fru is in. But, my mindset right now is that seniors of today may be back again after the 2026-27 season in men's cbb.

[79Warrior]

That's why Fru was the top target

He absolutely was the #1 target for MU. Not done yet.

[MuggsyB]

I am leaning toward tower's point of view. Two guards, or maybe a guard and a 2/3, because we just don't have the backcourt depth. If it's Riley and Minessale that's fine, but if we decide to go elsewhere, I will trust Shaka to find the right guys. Do we kick the tires again on Odih?

The concern I have with another big is cost. And if Sheek doesn't progress like the staff wants, they can go out and find one next year.

I'm all in on Riley.  As far as a 2/3 or another big?  I think versatility is more valuable but maybe you just go with the most talented option?  I mean if we can get a legitimate sniper 2/3?  That would pay huge dividends.

[willie warrior]

DO, MP, Nash, Ian, EJ, Egbuono.  That is six potential 3s already.  AS, NJ.  That is the guard room.   Math.

Yeah. MU has a ton of 3's. Cant figure the emphasis by some for a 3. I have seen some posters slot Militec as a PF. He isnt. He is a 3. And he will likely have a good career. BTW, Egbuono likely projects as a PF.

[Jay Bee]

Yeah. MU has a ton of 3's. Cant figure the emphasis by some for a 3. I have seen some posters slot Militec as a PF. He isnt. He is a 3. And he will likely have a good career. BTW, Egbuono likely projects as a PF.

A *proven* 3 who can be a high usage guy. Not sure we have that on the roster currently, bub.

[tower912]

Willie, this is a good point.  Egbuono reportedly brings an uncommon (for MU) combination of size and skill set.  In HS, a broad bodied bruiser with guard skills. 

Now, I have to sit down and breathe into a bag.