BtownStrength

They were really bad last year, but I like McMahon as a coach. He did well at Murray and think he will have success at LSU. But you're right LSU will always make the most of NIL.

We wore pink Hardens with the Black History Month jerseys I believe.

Feels like we already have traction. From stuff I have read we seem to be firmly in the mix maybe without being considered the favorite.

Get a Whataburger franchise to land Liam. Then a Shake Shack to get Boogie Fland. I might never leave the state again.

Bill irks the hell out of me with his biases sometimes, but he knows the game. Those 2 definitely deserve more minutes.

Another L for Kenny Payne. 28 in-season wasn't enough.

Any interest from his end? I recall a post saying we were talking with him and wanted a reclass but not sure if interest is mutual. Haven't seen our name mentioned.

Plus we're still in on Newell, Boateng, and Harper (although these may be longer shots).

Yeah Jalen looked bad the other night. He might need some G League reps this year, as he is probably no higher than 3rd on the depth chart at pg. Still have high hopes for JHS

Not the best opener but he will get better. Aside from bad distance shooting and inconsistent defense he played ok. I remember watching summer league a few years ago convinced Austin Reaves would never make a roster. JHS will be fine, summer league growing pains will happen.

Indiana apparently signing Bruce Brown for around 20M /year. Pacer fans how ya feeling on this one?

Dennis Schröder is most likely leaving LA, as he will command more money than LA can use with the TPMLE. If Jalen shows out and progresses, he could slide into a much needed backup pg role. I believe JHS will show he is a steal at 17.

Seems like they are trying to (and probably will) bring back Draymond now that Poole is gone. I agree it's kind of a mixed bag for TJD there. They play small and they definitely give rookies opportunity. Downside like you said is they are in win-now mode, as the title window with Steph is rapidly closing. Can he jump Loon and the minutes Green plays at the 5?

Local rumor is that when he transferred from ISU to UK, not all credits transferred perfectly toward the degree path. As a former transfer, I (and many others) know how rough this can be, losing a semester or possibly more of classes. It may be a stretch to get done by end of summer but certainly possible. He could also petition NCAA for a waiver.

Would love to have Queen on board, but am I cynical for thinking that being from the DVM and being on the Under Armour circuit puts Maryland as an obvious choice? Someone please convince me I'm wrong.

Walker would be a great fit, and he is physically ready day 1. Maybe they could package 26 +29 for somewhere around 20. Not sure of the value of the late 1RPs though.

I kind of think he will be gone before the Pacers pick due to his projection and recent hype. Also, who do you want as a realistic option at 7? Jarace Walker? Taylor Hemdricks?

Sabonis was a brilliant player, sad that he doesnt get the recognition because his "prime" was as a pro in Lithuania and Spain. So good with Portland, but he is always a "what could have been" if he spent more time in the NBA. Back to Jokic, should have won 3 straight MVP but the BS excuse of "voter fatigue" got in the way.

Yeah, saw that too. Twitter comments are a cesspool, and this one should win a prize.

I mean TB went to the front office and requested to be moved. I still think he could be a solid piece but would either be on a worse team or the fit would have to be extremely good to mask his defense. Otherwise, in playoff time he would be heavily hunted on switches.

Bro gonna commit to IU Southeast.

Yeah I think the "NBA arenas dont come close" narrative is overkill. College atmospheres do tend to be more hype on average. Regular season NBA crowds dont usually get crazy loud, but we are used to being a part of one of the best home crowds in college so our vantage point is from the top. NBA playoff crowds hit different than regular season, especially those OKC crowds, MSG, Boston, Philly, Sacramento, LA sometimes.

College: Hummel is great and hope we get a ton of games this year. Smart, insightful, and funny. Pro: love Mike Breen. Good main play commentator and his signature calls are emphatic and iconic. Color commentator: SVG gives great analysis. Smart basketball mind who isnt afraid to say what he means or call someone out.

76ers and losing in the conference semis...name a more iconic duo. Once Tatum boomed them in the 4th of game 6, felt like they were crushed.

Like that he is making the decision quickly. Maybe(probably) means nothing, but better than a longer process.