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1 minute ago, tdhoosier said:

FTR, I'm not saying it's impossible. But there's depth and there's 'stupid depth'. You need 'stupid depth' to get close to a platoon substitution in CBB. On top of that you'll need to avoid injuries....so that stupid depth is more like 11-12 deep. And selling that in today's climate of transfers, NIL and the desire for playing time is a tough task. 

Maybe I'll be proven wrong though. 

Kentucky tried that one year when they had the Harrison twins.  It worked with moderate success until there were injuries and certain players struggled or didn't mesh. Cal ended up settling on more of a 7-8 man rotation. 

5 minutes ago, Zlinedavid said:

This is what I'm hoping for.  If Reneau can float between the low post, mid range and occasionally step out for a 3, we're in good shape and could play him and Ballo together without any issues.  I don't expect Reneau to be a 3 point sniper, but if he can step out and at least make the defense respect his shot, he's going to be a major asset. 

Malik's 3 point shooting and ability to handle the ball were considerably better last season. There were times our guards were pressured full court that Malik ended up bringing the ball up the court. If he continues to improve those areas of his game, he might compliment Ballo better than we think.

Imagine if Ballo's man helps out on Malik or tries to block his shot. Ballo will be free for lobs or put backs. That's exactly Ballo's game.

53 minutes ago, Reacher said:

I know we need a shooter but not sure how many minutes will be available for him. I think Leal, with his knowledge of the system / IQ might be a better option.

I see where you're coming from, but Leal usually seems hesitant to pull the trigger. Essegian, when healthy, seems more like a sniper ready to let it fly. Just my impression. 

4 hours ago, Victobmyboy said:

I’ve got a bet with a coworker that UK won’t get oats, Hurley or Drew. Also bet him IU will have a better record. 

I like your odds on the first part, not sure about the second until we see who we get in the portal, and who UK gets as coach. I certainly hope YOU win!

4 hours ago, Zlinedavid said:

Just out of curiosity....what name is getting that group of inbreds all moist and tingly? Let me guess....Donovan?

I've seen some think they have a legit shot at Hurley. Stranger things have happened,  but I just don't see it. I've also heard from down here that Oats has told them no at least twice.

5 minutes ago, SawatchHoosier said:

The fact that a pro level guard didn't want to join Purdue to play with Edey speaks volumes about the state of Big Ten Basketball. The Big Ten currently has the fewest guards in the NBA out of all the P6 schools. It's crazy to me that 5 star guard didn't to play for Purdue. I'm sure that Painters style of play had something to do with this but the BIG TEN has to change how it plays MBB if it wants to win a championship again. 

B1G needs to put an end to rugby-ball. Purdue had their fun, but let's put an end to camping in the lane, then elbowing your way to an easy layup.

Wisky seems like they're moving away from the overt physicality.  Painter seems to have doubled down with his future centers. Now's the time, with our west coast additions, to send out a memo to all schools that the B1G is serious about playing modern basketball. That's the only way the B1G can start competing again.

Just now, Euroclydon said:

For two straight seasons purdue had the best player on the court in every game and couldn't get it done. 

Best team vs best player. Team always wins. Wasn't close.

1 minute ago, Zlinedavid said:

2nd time: Lets keep the Woodson comments in the relevant thread. 
 

Also, you’re not as clever as you think you are. 

I honestly don't know why people respond to that guy. Weak act.

The Edey elbows getting it a little less embarrassing.

Not sure we didn't play UConn better. 

1 minute ago, Zlinedavid said:

Outside of Edey, agree. 

Absolutely.  Edey is a stud. I don't agree with what he gets away with, but he is a generational player.

Purdue is completely outmatched 

1 hour ago, HoosierHeroics said:

So you're telling me that you would rather have Gabe Cupps as your starting pg over an extremely talented future nba player? Even if it is only for 1 season? We must not watch the same games. From what I saw all season Indiana Basketball is desperate for an elite point guard.

Although I didn't specify a specific pg, I was referencing an experienced, proven pg from the portal such as Rice or Carlyle.  Cupps shouldn't have played more than 5-10 minutes per game last season; he wasn't ready for more than that. If we had filled our open scholarship with a proven combo guard last season, Cupps sits and learns. He doesn't come close to meeting my criteria.

28 minutes ago, IU Scott said:

Maybe he is talking about Rice or Carlyle from the portal 

Correct.

4 minutes ago, 5fouls said:

Kentucky, as a program, lost a major recruiting advantage with the onset of NIL.  Since it's no longer illegal for players to receive money, recruits dont have to take under the table payment to afford that BMW they wanted.

Lord knows no players were going to UK for the girls.

Spot on. It brought the dirty recruiting a little more above board.  Cal double down on his previously successful recruiting philosophy of focusing on the 1 and done. As someone mentioned in regards to going after Boogie Fland, I'll take an experienced pg over his draft "potential" all day. 

13 hours ago, SawatchHoosier said:

Connor Hickman visit to Indiana confirmed for April 14th. 

https://www.thedailyhoosier.com/iu-basketball-transfer-portal-target-connor-hickman-will-visit-indiana/

There's the knockdown shooter we need. He looks more athletic, and drives to the basket better than I was expecting.  It would be nice to have someone that can make opponents pay for going under screens. That would also open up the lane for Malik. Hope we get him to come home. 

57 minutes ago, MrsStoller said:

Staying overnight in Louisville in a couple weeks at the Brown Hotel so we can arrive, eat there in the beautiful hotel and not have to leave until the morning. Have never been to the Brown Hotel but it looks gorgeous and a destination in itself.

We return to our normal programming, Dusty May bball 🤣. Carry on!

The Brown Hotel, home of the Kentucky Hot Brown. Delicious!

44 minutes ago, btownqb said:

Good video here.  not a top shelf athlete, but springy, seems like a has a big wing span. 

He isn't weak from behind the 3pt line, in fact, his shot looks solid. 

Shot is a little flat, but has a very quick release.  The highlights showed most of his pull-ups were from 10-15 feet, not the CJ Gunn 18-20 footers. Also really like his ability to create his own shot, and drive with either hand.

1 minute ago, 13th&Jackson said:

They just said NEB is the only P5 program to never win an NCAAT game. 

Need them to continue the SEC misery.

SEC-ya later!!

19 minutes ago, 5fouls said:

Samford just got royally screwed.  Didn't say who the official was, but probably one from the Big Ten.  

Terrible call that decided the game. Sad.

30 minutes ago, Artesian_86 said:

Exactly,…. any/most major D1 schools wouldn’t do what the IU administration/BoT’s is allowing. There is something to this situation. It just seems “bought” with conditional promises…. 
JMO

I think you're on to something. We'll know for sure within a week or 2 of the Final Four.  IF Woodson can't land enough top portal players to build a competitive team, AND Dolson has a proven power 4 coach that wants the job, a change could be made. Seems like there may be too many egos involved for that to occur, but I guess we'll see.

38 minutes ago, Victobmyboy said:

Better NIL, better shoe contract(he hates UA). Basketball history. Facilities are better. He would recruit like a madman at Indiana. 

100%. Plus basketball will ALWAYS be a distant second, if not third, priority to Auburn and their fans. (My BIL played baseball there) People were barely engaged for most of the season. They got excited for the SEC tournament,  but if they lose in the sweet 16, most of their fans will forget quickly and move on to spring football practice and baseball. Bruce would embrace the spotlight of being the Indiana head coach the way no coach has since RMK.

2 hours ago, btownqb said:

Honestly, hire Hoiberg. 

If we could steal him, no brainer. The guy was building transfer teams years before the portal. Add in some Indiana recruits, and he'd kill it here.

36 minutes ago, 13th&Jackson said:

We seem to forget we have an outstanding rim protector. Let Tominaga drive and try to shoot over him

Exactly.  And X is a very good on-ball defender with a ton of experience.  Tominaga schooled Cupps with his movement, cuts, and overall savvy.  As long as X stays out of foul trouble, he should give Tominaga problems.