HinnyHoosier

WTF IS THAT CALL?! Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

Oh DD.... That was not smart [emoji46]. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

Geeeeez I almost forgot how much I hate Purdoo. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

They're all fired up down there, aren't they? I didn't take the time to listen. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

Right. But to me its unique in that he's commenting publicly on his communication with Garland and Garland's wishes. Like we've both said, everyone knows they're talking. He didn't really need to comment on it as specifically as he did. It's unlike his previous interviews imo. I don't think it in indicates him leaning one way or another, but I do think it shows he is feeling like he's making progress towards his decision if he's less concerned about being so close to the vest Again, only my opinion. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

Just read the short IndyStar article from after the game last night. As quiet as Romeo and the family usually are, I didn't expect him to openly state that Garland is working on him to go to Vandy. Everyone knows this of course, but I was still surprised he just put it out there. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

An IU commitment from Romeo has more symbolic value than anything if he plans on playing just a single season. Programs are judged on their recruiting power more than they should be, imo. Now I know it's more personal for our fanbase since he's an in-state kid and yes, he would be a huge boost w/o question. But he nor any other one and done player is the master key to success. Success requires long term planning, and the four coming in + Race are the foundation of such a plan. This is why we shouldn't lose our heads over this if it doesn't go our way. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

The ending to that MN-Bama game was crazy. I may never see something like that again! Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

We'll have a good shot with Watford until the end. However, I don't know what other offers he's pulled in over the last few months. But the family's connections will bode well for IU throughout. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

Wishing I could go to the Bloomington game this weekend! I hope the atmosphere is awesome for him. Since they moved one of NA's games to Indy on Jan 6th I'll be heading to that one instead. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

CuJo is searching for his role and along with that, his confidence. I know this isn't unique to just him, but he's playing for his second coach in two years at the high major level. Some players need more time to adapt to big changes like that. Right now I think he's going out there more focused on avoiding mistakes rather than just playing. He needs to look for the dribble drive more often because he seems most comfortable creating off the dribble He seems too timid to do that within this offense right now. However, I haven't been able to watch every game this year so maybe that's an inaccurate observation. All this is just my .02 Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

The ridiculousness I referenced earlier is in reference to the bickering and snarky comments among several people. If it pertains to the young Romeo Langford, post away everyone. If it's to call another poster out, take jabs at them for a differing opinion or incorrect prediction then leave it to yourselves. DM that person if you're feeling particularly brave. Posting just to be petty is stupid and, circling back to my original post, ridiculous. Now that that's clarified.... Romeo. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

Can we start a non-ridiculous Romeo thread? This one has lost most of its luster. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

It's been mentioned that although humble, Romeo prefers the lion's share of the spotlight. At face value that statement can be read to make him seem like a selfish person, which he's not at all. But to showcase himself, it makes sense. He will not be as much "on display" at Kansas amid a stacked roster. At Vandy, Garland and Shittu are two other top 15s that will get a lot of attention, but not much of a supporting cast behind that. IU has no top 10s to compete with, but will have a very solid supporting cast of experienced players and a wealth of 4 star newcomers around him, which would be more than Vandy has to offer aside from Garland and Shittu. It depends on how you view things, sure. But IU could have the balance that would benefit Romeo the most. Only time will tell. But until then, I look forward to tracking his senior year. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

*salivates* Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

Gahhhhh I wish I could be there Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

Everyone is entitled to their opinion. But I'm just warning you.... People here are enjoying the discussion about his talent in general for the evening. Scrooge McDuck comments in the middle of decent discussion will get you labeled quickly. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

So weird to think this was one year ago today: Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

Nobody here realistically expects us to beat Duke. This season is all about tempering expectations. See my earlier post. That stretch of games is the trial by fire this team needs that will foster improvement. It'll be tough for the team and for us. We haven't seen the full capabilities of this team mostly due to lack of confidence, inexperience, and role discovery. This stretch of games could really help all that. With the freshmen in particular this may make most of the B1G not quite as intimidating. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

A world of difference in the focus & intensity of the team from H1 to H2. That's coaching and hopefully upperclassmen leadership. I think it's those two intangibles that are a big root to some of our struggles given the large amount of freshmen minutes and system learning/implementation. Those are the kind of things that improve wth reps, and I believe that although that 5-game gauntlet looming ahead will be stupid tough, it will be one of the most beneficial things this team experiences. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

There is no offensive confidence on this team right now. Anywhere. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

Like you, I'd obviously love to cite current success instead of having to lean on the future. And I don't want to go banners because, well, it's been too long now unless we're talking program histories. I also wouldn't deny to anyone the relative success of Matt Painter's program in recent years. But I will never concede to Purdoo or it's fans....Ever. [emoji123][emoji123] If I have to use the up-and-coming approach, so be it. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

It's the dumb ones who do the most ribbing. All you have to do is remind them where two of their best backyard prospects have committed to play ball next season. Odds are they won't even know, which means you get to be the one to educate them! And remind them who got right to the top of the pack with two top ten guys for 2018 in no time at all. And 2019? It's looking pretty darn good for the candy stripes so far. Gah, I can't wait! I hope it's a long and insufferable Archie Era for those Purdue Pete-r Eaters. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

I didn't see those, I'll have to look them up. Serious considerations in play or just talk? Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

Agreed. Haha, I should have kept it simple like Alaska does. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app