Billingsley99 Posted July 15, 2020 Report Share Posted July 15, 2020 3 minutes ago, RoadToZion said: If we get Smith that does not mean we wont land a second PG in that class. My thoughts exactly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IUfaninIllinois Posted July 15, 2020 Report Share Posted July 15, 2020 2 hours ago, Billingsley99 said: My thoughts exactly Especially because smith is most likely a 4 year PG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IU Scott Posted July 15, 2020 Report Share Posted July 15, 2020 Also he is not going to be a player that you would think will come in and start from day 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoosierJax Posted July 15, 2020 Report Share Posted July 15, 2020 On 7/14/2020 at 3:38 PM, Billingsley99 said: I just wish they would offer. Excited about this young man Would CAM take both Smith and Walker in '22? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billingsley99 Posted July 15, 2020 Report Share Posted July 15, 2020 4 minutes ago, HoosierJax said: Would CAM take both Smith and Walker in '22? I think if you can land both you do it. Walker wont be worried about it either I wouldn't think 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobSaccamanno Posted July 15, 2020 Report Share Posted July 15, 2020 (edited) I’m not saying they are the same player but the same criticisms people use on Braden could just as easily be levied on Tom Covercharge. (Sorry, Billingsley that I stole your material.) All he did was win and bring toughness and competitiveness to the team. You could look at other guys like Aaron Craft, Kyle Kraemer, et al. the same way. Guys like that are key pieces on winning teams. Tough kids bring an edge and an extra competitiveness to the roster, especially in the day and age where you have other kids in the locker room with unrealistic views on how good they are. Kids can be the best player in a ten county region so they get an inflated view of themselves. Tough kids have a way of leading and getting the focus on tough, winning ball, not showcasing yourself, which is not needed and is counterproductive. If you have the physical ability and you know how to make winning plays on both ends, scouts see that and get it. I firmly believe that if a kid is willing to compete, play hard on both ends, be all about winning, etc, the NBA will take care of itself. It’s a life lesson. The same could be applied to any profession. The people who are selfish, complainers, etc, they lose in all walks of life. Heck, what did #23 average at UNC? And he gets it. The Bradens of the world get it and can help laser focus the other players. With 13 schollies, I think we have the spot for that tough Indiana kid type. Now, if Archie thinks he can’t do it physically, which I doubt, I trust the staff. Edited July 15, 2020 by BobSaccamanno 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoosierJax Posted July 15, 2020 Report Share Posted July 15, 2020 49 minutes ago, Billingsley99 said: I think if you can land both you do it. Walker wont be worried about it either I wouldn't think Walker looks super athletic...Smith could spell him and bring toughness off the bench like Will S did 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billingsley99 Posted July 15, 2020 Report Share Posted July 15, 2020 1 hour ago, BobSaccamanno said: I’m not saying they are the same player but the same criticisms people use on Braden could just as easily be levied on Tom Covercharge. (Sorry, Billingsley that I stole your material.) All he did was win and bring toughness and competitiveness to the team. You could look at other guys like Aaron Craft, Kyle Kraemer, et al. the same way. Guys like that are key pieces on winning teams. Tough kids bring an edge and an extra competitiveness to the roster, especially in the day and age where you have other kids in the locker room with unrealistic views on how good they are. Kids can be the best player in a ten county region so they get an inflated view of themselves. Tough kids have a way of leading and getting the focus on tough, winning ball, not showcasing yourself, which is not needed and is counterproductive. If you have the physical ability and you know how to make winning plays on both ends, scouts see that and get it. I firmly believe that if a kid is willing to compete, play hard on both ends, be all about winning, etc, the NBA will take care of itself. It’s a life lesson. The same could be applied to any profession. The people who are selfish, complainers, etc, they lose in all walks of life. Heck, what did #23 average at UNC? And he gets it. The Bradens of the world get it and can help laser focus the other players. With 13 schollies, I think we have the spot for that tough Indiana kid type. Now, if Archie thinks he can’t do it physically, which I doubt, I trust the staff. I wont use for copyright infringement this time. Agree all day with what you are saying. Smith will not be a pushover. Big someone beats him out for minutes they have earned. Kid is w true competitor 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steubenhoosier Posted July 15, 2020 Report Share Posted July 15, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, BobSaccamanno said: I’m not saying they are the same player but the same criticisms people use on Braden could just as easily be levied on Tom Covercharge. (Sorry, Billingsley that I stole your material.) All he did was win and bring toughness and competitiveness to the team. You could look at other guys like Aaron Craft, Kyle Kraemer, et al. the same way. Guys like that are key pieces on winning teams. Tough kids bring an edge and an extra competitiveness to the roster, especially in the day and age where you have other kids in the locker room with unrealistic views on how good they are. Kids can be the best player in a ten county region so they get an inflated view of themselves. Tough kids have a way of leading and getting the focus on tough, winning ball, not showcasing yourself, which is not needed and is counterproductive. If you have the physical ability and you know how to make winning plays on both ends, scouts see that and get it. I firmly believe that if a kid is willing to compete, play hard on both ends, be all about winning, etc, the NBA will take care of itself. It’s a life lesson. The same could be applied to any profession. The people who are selfish, complainers, etc, they lose in all walks of life. Heck, what did #23 average at UNC? And he gets it. The Bradens of the world get it and can help laser focus the other players. With 13 schollies, I think we have the spot for that tough Indiana kid type. Now, if Archie thinks he can’t do it physically, which I doubt, I trust the staff. Dane Fife/Michael Lewis/Jim Thomas/Quinn Buckner Edited July 15, 2020 by Steubenhoosier 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyhoosier29 Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 2 hours ago, Billingsley99 said: I wont use for copyright infringement this time. Agree all day with what you are saying. Smith will not be a pushover. Big someone beats him out for minutes they have earned. Kid is w true competitor Have you been drinking? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cybergates Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 11 hours ago, kyhoosier29 said: Have you been drinking? 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluegrassIU Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 2 hours ago, cybergates said: Full disclosure, it took me a while to see the dude. The scenery in the forefront kinda snagged my attention. 3 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgambill Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 5 hours ago, bluegrassIU said: Full disclosure, it took me a while to see the dude. The scenery in the forefront kinda snagged my attention. I thought the same thing!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billingsley99 Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 5 hours ago, bluegrassIU said: Full disclosure, it took me a while to see the dude. The scenery in the forefront kinda snagged my attention. What dude??? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
go_iu_bb Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 7 hours ago, bluegrassIU said: Full disclosure, it took me a while to see the dude. The scenery in the forefront kinda snagged my attention. I didn't see him until I saw your post. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluegrassIU Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 18 minutes ago, go_iu_bb said: I didn't see him until I saw your post. Now that's funny. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColtsIUDomer Posted July 17, 2020 Report Share Posted July 17, 2020 13 hours ago, bluegrassIU said: Now that's funny. I would be the leaning guy checking my phone at just the wrong time so I would miss the whole thing. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoosierJax Posted August 25, 2020 Report Share Posted August 25, 2020 3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billingsley99 Posted August 25, 2020 Report Share Posted August 25, 2020 Still feel he is our first 22 committ . Can't imagine he would wait too long after getting the offer. Like a lot about this young man 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IU Scott Posted August 25, 2020 Report Share Posted August 25, 2020 18 minutes ago, Billingsley99 said: Still feel he is our first 22 committ . Can't imagine he would wait too long after getting the offer. Like a lot about this young man Has he been offered yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billingsley99 Posted August 25, 2020 Report Share Posted August 25, 2020 1 minute ago, IU Scott said: Has he been offered yet? Not yet 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IU Scott Posted August 25, 2020 Report Share Posted August 25, 2020 2 minutes ago, Billingsley99 said: Not yet Hopefully they will soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billingsley99 Posted August 25, 2020 Report Share Posted August 25, 2020 14 minutes ago, IU Scott said: Hopefully they will soon Surprised it has not happened yet. @RoadToZion would know more on this than i Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC2345 Posted August 25, 2020 Report Share Posted August 25, 2020 I’m not surprised they haven’t offered yet. They waited until during the junior year to offer for Phinisee, Leal, and Galloway. I’d expect one to come in the next few months. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madison22 Posted August 25, 2020 Report Share Posted August 25, 2020 "Braden, we officially offer you a scholarship to play basketball at Indiana Univ - - " "I accept." Instead of "Oh, thanks, I'll tweet this out along with my final 20 schools." 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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