ledies22 Posted March 27 Report Share Posted March 27 5 minutes ago, MoyeCowbell said: There's a haphazard-ness to Blazi's game that reminds me a bit of Troy Williams. Just that desire to fly all around the court and then bang on someone. And I don't see that as a negative. Sure, he's rough around the edges. And maybe given the lack of certainty of more established players on the roster at this point in time, including him isn't the best decision, but I do think having someone capable of creating havoc is a nice element for a team to have. If nothing else, it provides a level of entertainment, which is the reason we all watch. i was going to say Justin Smith, but i like your comparison. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btownqb Posted March 27 Report Share Posted March 27 (edited) 1 hour ago, MoyeCowbell said: There's a haphazard-ness to Blazi's game that reminds me a bit of Troy Williams. Just that desire to fly all around the court and then bang on someone. And I don't see that as a negative. Sure, he's rough around the edges. And maybe given the lack of certainty of more established players on the roster at this point in time, including him isn't the best decision, but I do think having someone capable of creating havoc is a nice element for a team to have. If nothing else, it provides a level of entertainment, which is the reason we all watch. TW was what I thought of, as well... TW was WAY MORE REFINED than this kid, at this age, IMO---- but Blazi is 1-2 inches taller, but TW's wingspan, somehow was only 6'8. This kids is 7'2. Edited March 27 by btownqb 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgambill Posted March 27 Report Share Posted March 27 Imo which counts for nothing….kid is super raw and would need a ton of good coaching….big project and kids like this don’t seem to stick around for that these days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btownqb Posted March 27 Report Share Posted March 27 15 minutes ago, dgambill said: Imo which counts for nothing….kid is super raw and would need a ton of good coaching….big project and kids like this don’t seem to stick around for that these days. Good. That's why you vet! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoadToZion Posted March 27 Report Share Posted March 27 57 minutes ago, btownqb said: TW was what I thought of, as well... TW was more refined than this kid, at this age, IMO---- but Blazi is 1-2 inches taller, but TW's wingspan, somehow was only 6'8. This kids is 7'2. Troy played at Oak Hill and was almost a mcdonalds all american. This kid has nowhere near the talent troy had. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoyeCowbell Posted March 27 Report Share Posted March 27 2 minutes ago, RoadToZion said: Troy played at Oak Hill and was almost a mcdonalds all american. This kid has nowhere near the talent troy had. We're not saying the talent is equal in any way, but rather there are elements of their games that appear similar. That's it. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btownqb Posted March 27 Report Share Posted March 27 1 minute ago, RoadToZion said: Troy played at Oak Hill and was almost a mcdonalds all american. This kid has nowhere near the talent troy had. "TW is more refined than this kid" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoadToZion Posted March 27 Report Share Posted March 27 Way more * Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btownqb Posted March 27 Report Share Posted March 27 Just now, RoadToZion said: Way more * I'll edit 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drroogh Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 One can only imagine what Coach Calbert could do with this raw talent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5fouls Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 On 3/27/2024 at 10:31 AM, btownqb said: TW was what I thought of, as well... TW was WAY MORE REFINED than this kid, at this age, IMO---- but Blazi is 1-2 inches taller, but TW's wingspan, somehow was only 6'8. This kids is 7'2. Was able to read part of this post without my reading glasses. Increasing my carrot intake must be working. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Turtle Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 Committed! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Turtle Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 Oh, sorry. This was supposed to be in the Tucker thread. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoadToZion Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 Apparently not so fast on this one. (fine by me) 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OGIUAndy Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 7 minutes ago, RoadToZion said: Apparently not so fast on this one. (fine by me) Not everyone is going to play big minutes. Not sure why taking a flyer on a guy with 7'2 wingspan and 42 inch vertical would be a bad idea especially in the portal era. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC2345 Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 While I would be fine with him as the 13th guy. I would probably prefer a more proven player with the current roster situation 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwtaylor1055 Posted March 29 Report Share Posted March 29 is this guy the 2nd domino to fall even though he would be near the bottom of our roster? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC2345 Posted March 29 Report Share Posted March 29 1 hour ago, dwtaylor1055 said: is this guy the 2nd domino to fall even though he would be near the bottom of our roster? I doubt it but I could be wrong. I’ve heard multiple things on him Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
13th&Jackson Posted March 29 Report Share Posted March 29 1 hour ago, dwtaylor1055 said: is this guy the 2nd domino to fall even though he would be near the bottom of our roster? 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoosierfan1901 Posted March 29 Report Share Posted March 29 He has been offered 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drroogh Posted March 29 Report Share Posted March 29 Okay I’m going to post it, ‘yes please’ 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drroogh Posted March 29 Report Share Posted March 29 What stood out for me was the BPG and RPG numbers. Averaging: 13.8 PPG 8.9 RPG 4.2 BPG 52% FG 35% 3PT Rebounding especially is more about effort to find position than athleticism. Correct me if I’m wrong but Troy Williams, Justin Smith and Jordan Geronimo could only wish to have had those rebounding, blocks numbers. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDB Posted March 29 Report Share Posted March 29 I like it. You can't teach his athleticism. He could absolutely help us in a few years IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
13th&Jackson Posted March 29 Report Share Posted March 29 An analytics dream based on his video. Only attempts dunks and three pointers. 2 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
13th&Jackson Posted March 29 Report Share Posted March 29 59 minutes ago, Drroogh said: What stood out for me was the BPG and RPG numbers. Averaging: 13.8 PPG 8.9 RPG 4.2 BPG 52% FG 35% 3PT Rebounding especially is more about effort to find position than athleticism. Correct me if I’m wrong but Troy Williams, Justin Smith and Jordan Geronimo could only wish to have had those rebounding, blocks numbers. It's really difficult to look at stats without knowing level of competition. Just checked and Jake Forrester averaged 12 and 9 his senior year in HS. Until these guys see the court against B1G competition, you don't really know. From Forrester's announcement: And Forrester, who Berger said is 6-9 and pushing 6-10, is a versatile, rebound-minded forward with a nose for the glass at both ends and the ability to step behind the arc when the situation calls for it. “He’s got a combination of great feet and great hands that is really rare for a kid who is almost 6-10,” Berger said. “He plays really hard, he runs the floor extremely well, he rebounds really well, he catches lobs really well and he makes 3s really well.” Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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