milehiiu Posted July 12, 2019 Report Share Posted July 12, 2019 Certainly a lot of candidates, in my humble opinion. If I can ask. Give a name. But also your reason that player is the X factor. And please limit it to just one player. Thankyou, HSN. You people are the Greatest ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IU Scott Posted July 12, 2019 Report Share Posted July 12, 2019 Jerome Hunter-because if healthy and played like he was before his injury then he will be our most talented player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slojoe Posted July 12, 2019 Report Share Posted July 12, 2019 I agree with Scott. Hunter's the one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobSaccamanno Posted July 12, 2019 Report Share Posted July 12, 2019 Agree, lot of candidates. Jerome Hunter is the obvious one and the low hanging fruit. I will let someone else select him for discussion. But, to be a contrarian and stir it up, I am going to say Justin Smith. He seems like an afterthought to many folks right now. Last year, we got an alarmingly low amount of production from the forwards. Justin seemed out of sorts and did not react well to adversity. But, the (very) few times he played well, we were @#$% tough to beat. He has not shown the ball handling, stability, slashing, or shooting range you'd like from a three man. But, I'd like to see him progress in all those aspects and develop into more of a true forward. Maybe a guy that finishes stronger. Who hustles on D because he can be really good in that respect. And maybe develops a face up game with a reliable jumper out to 12-15 feet. And the first time its not going his way, I'd like to see him work his rear end off instead of prolonging the negativity into a funk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parakeet Jones Posted July 12, 2019 Report Share Posted July 12, 2019 Devonte Green. Over the last two years when he has played his best, the team has been at its best. When he has struggled, the team has struggled. We seem to go as Devonte goes. He has to be consistently at the top of his game for us this season. Every other game or every third game won’t cut it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seeking6 Posted July 12, 2019 Report Share Posted July 12, 2019 Jerome Hunter. We have one more shooter last year and it's probably worth 3-4 wins. All the other stuff surrounding program doesn't seem like a big deal if we made tourney last year. Same as this year. If Jerome plays to expectations it's all the difference in the world. Close second for me is Davis. When healthy we know what he can do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rico Posted July 12, 2019 Report Share Posted July 12, 2019 To be honest, it is Brunk for me. Want to see what a seasoned guy brings to the table. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madison22 Posted July 12, 2019 Report Share Posted July 12, 2019 6 minutes ago, rico said: it is Brunk for me. Want to see what a seasoned guy brings to the table. Agree. A seasoned guy should spice things up a little. HA! Get it? Seasoned? Spice things up? I'll see myself out . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IUFLA Posted July 13, 2019 Report Share Posted July 13, 2019 De'Ron Davis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BGleas Posted July 13, 2019 Report Share Posted July 13, 2019 I can’t decide if it’s a good sign or a bad sign that I could legitimately nominate 7-8 guys for this? Usually there’s 2-3 X-factors, but next years team is basically a team full of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seeking6 Posted July 13, 2019 Report Share Posted July 13, 2019 7 hours ago, BGleas said: I can’t decide if it’s a good sign or a bad sign that I could legitimately nominate 7-8 guys for this? Usually there’s 2-3 X-factors, but next years team is basically a team full of them. I think I mentioned in another thread. Maybe the preseason prediction one but I agree all day. We have so many wild cards headed into the season that could make us a pretty good team or not so good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drroogh Posted July 13, 2019 Report Share Posted July 13, 2019 Last year I thought Jake was going to be an X factor. I'm out of this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BADGERVOL Posted July 13, 2019 Report Share Posted July 13, 2019 The more I ponder the more I feel the best case for this team is top 3 and an elected 8 and the worst case is a nightmare to think about Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zlinedavid Posted July 13, 2019 Report Share Posted July 13, 2019 We're a poker hand of an ace (Rob) and 4 wild cards this point (take your pick as to who). I just hope they turn out to be aces and not jokers or deuces (yes, that's a subtle 'Movement' reference). I haven't seen an incorrect answer in this thread. Justin, Devonte, De'Ron, Jerome or Brunk all have the ability to tip the scales. TJD belongs in that list as well. Yes, he's a great talent, but he's a freshman. That's still at least a small question mark. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IUFLA Posted July 13, 2019 Report Share Posted July 13, 2019 I cited De'Ron for one reason...the weight loss that we saw in some recent pictures, along with one of our members (IndyKev?) Who talked to him and saw the physical change himself. De'Ron has excellent footwork, soft hands, soft touch around the basket, and a nice array of inside moves. The athleticism gained from the physical change, in my opinion, will vault him into All B10 consideration. Remember Charles Barkley when he came out of Auburn? Great player, but carried around extra pounds. It was only when he got into physical shape that he became an elite player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Feathery Posted July 13, 2019 Report Share Posted July 13, 2019 To me it’s Rob Phinisee. He was the key last year and I think he will be for the next 3 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zlinedavid Posted July 13, 2019 Report Share Posted July 13, 2019 23 minutes ago, Feathery said: To me it’s Rob Phinisee. He was the key last year and I think he will be for the next 3 years. He's the foundation at the moment. But a foundation doesn't equal a building. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Feathery Posted July 13, 2019 Report Share Posted July 13, 2019 Just now, Zlinedavid said: He's the foundation at the moment. But a foundation doesn't equal a building. Yep. He the engine that gets the train rolling though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeerBQ Posted July 13, 2019 Report Share Posted July 13, 2019 It’s so wide open I could see it being everyone. Instead of 1 person making a huge jump everyone (or almost everyone) could take some small steps to see the same result. I know that is a complete cop out answer, but I’m sticking with it. For now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3Ballin Posted July 13, 2019 Report Share Posted July 13, 2019 6 hours ago, Seeking6 said: I think I mentioned in another thread. Maybe the preseason prediction one but I agree all day. We have so many wild cards headed into the season that could make us a pretty good team or not so good. A hand full of wild cards pretty much guarentees a win right??? Especially if they are all draw 4's!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jv1972iu Posted July 13, 2019 Report Share Posted July 13, 2019 19 hours ago, BobSaccamanno said: Agree, lot of candidates. Jerome Hunter is the obvious one and the low hanging fruit. I will let someone else select him for discussion. But, to be a contrarian and stir it up, I am going to say Justin Smith. He seems like an afterthought to many folks right now. Last year, we got an alarmingly low amount of production from the forwards. Justin seemed out of sorts and did not react well to adversity. But, the (very) few times he played well, we were @#$% tough to beat. He has not shown the ball handling, stability, slashing, or shooting range you'd like from a three man. But, I'd like to see him progress in all those aspects and develop into more of a true forward. Maybe a guy that finishes stronger. Who hustles on D because he can be really good in that respect. And maybe develops a face up game with a reliable jumper out to 12-15 feet. And the first time its not going his way, I'd like to see him work his rear end off instead of prolonging the negativity into a funk. If Justin could become like Jason Richardson was a MSU, that would be great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach Robby Posted July 14, 2019 Report Share Posted July 14, 2019 Al. We need accountability and responsibility. Great rep for the program, hope he continues to get better, regardless of role... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bustout Posted July 14, 2019 Report Share Posted July 14, 2019 I think Hunter will be the centerpiece and I’m 100% assuming he’s healthy. My true X factor is Damezi. The staff gave him a lot of minutes last year, but it was obvious the game was fast for him and an adjustment. People said in high school he really just needed to catch and shoot/score, but last year he had to run through an offense. I know at times he missed the entire backboard and airmailed some shots, but for some - the D1 game is a massive adjustment. I think we’ll start seeing his true potential this year. The staff certainly believes in him - as evidenced by minutes last year (when realistically someone like Clifton could’ve gotten more mins). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad B Posted July 14, 2019 Report Share Posted July 14, 2019 If De’Ron is healthy and in shape he can be a difference maker. He has great touch around the basket, great footwork, and great hands. He just need to be able to play more then a few minutes at full throttle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5fouls Posted July 14, 2019 Report Share Posted July 14, 2019 On 7/12/2019 at 7:06 PM, Madison22 said: Agree. A seasoned guy should spice things up a little. HA! Get it? Seasoned? Spice things up? I'll see myself out . . . Calvin & Hobbes. The best comic ever, and it is not even close.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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