HoosierFan1994

I HOPE Jakai's knee is not an issue. If it's not I think he will be in the rotation. Still think he's a top 50 kid if he doesn't get hurt. On the second part I agree. It's not happening but even though Reeves would have started here and is a much much better scorer than Trey, I think Trey's all around game is much better than Reeves.

Solid non-conference schedule. Wonder how they'll determine who plays who in the Empire Classic. Just a guess..Louisville vs. UConn and us vs. Texas. If IU can avoid playing Louisville not a bad non-conference schedule. Kansas, UConn and/or Texas, Auburn. Add in some respectable programs like Harvard, Kennesaw State, Morehead State, and FGCU.

It's just crazy..felt like ten years ago your roster was pretty much set by May. I remember when Wiggins was in high school and committed to Kansas in May feeling how late that was..Now, it might be August when your roster is set. I do hope the staff can add a reliable shooter, even if it's a role player like a Zeisloft. Just not confident in CJ Gunn being the backup 2.

Career 37% shooter on about 6 attempts a game. 6'5 as well. Sign me up, even if it's a reserve role. EDIT: Horton played with X in 2020-2021 at Pitt. I know X left the program but wonder if there is a good relationship.

I laugh. UK fans went from wanting Cal gone with this "CBI roster". Now with Reeves coming back and Tre Mitchell they are about to win their 9th National Title. Comical fan base.

Bingo. Why I'm not the biggest fan of the league. Thing people forget, including me, is that these are 17, 18, 19 year olds. They are still developing. Of ESPN's top 8 '22 recruits, only one (Lively) was a lottery pick. Mitchell and Ware had disappointing freshman seasons. Nick Smith was supposedly a top 5 pick coming into the year. It's possible injuries played a role and situations around the school these players chose. However, I feel once some of these kids get to college they just take off. Like a Taylor Hendricks or Jalen... Even 2nd year guys like Bufkin and Hawkins developed.

Very well could but Trayce was nowhere near the #1 player in is class Lively supposedly was. Again, I'm a homer and can't stand Duke one bit so I'm going to be biased a little. Lively may have a solid career simply because as it has been pointed out, he's a rim protector. Sounds like it's being suggested Trayce fell a bit because he did not want to be on a two way contract. No way there are 56 better players in the draft than Trayce.

I strongly dislike ESPN..shows a clip before the break of 3 players to watch..Oscar, Timmie, and Jalen Wilson. Such a bias. Only one of those is likely to get drafted. You would think they should have included a top 2 player in all of college basketball last year.

If I'm someone in Flory's "camp" I show them what Trayce was before Woodson vs. after Woodson as well as Lively's "development" at Duke. #1 recruit, 5 points a game, and the #12 overall pick. If you are a high school #1 overall player, you should be going top 5. Either that or Lively was overhyped which is possible. Sorry, I hate Duke and I'm not on the Scheyer bandwagon like the national media folks. They greatly underachieved this year with the talent they had.

Duke had the #1 and #2 high school recruits last year. End up as the #12 and #22 picks. Sorry, that's just not impressive to me. Especially considering one averaged 5 points a game. Harry Giles all over again. What is impressive is a kid who was not on any draft boards going into the season becoming a top 20 pick. Love the landing spot for Jalen. Side note: Had no idea Podziemski played at Illinois last year..too funny.

Saw ESPN listed their top 25 today. I think now is the best time to look at it as most rosters are complete. Ours may/may not be. A few things that stand out: 1) I think Kansas is the clear cut #1 team. On paper they are loaded. That game in December at Assembly Hall will be a true measuring stick game for our team this year. That being said..who was the last preseason #1 to win it all. Carolina with Hansbrough and those guys? Florida in '07? Lots of pressure... 2) Really like the next set of teams like Michigan State, Tennessee, UConn, and Duke. UConn really helped themselves returning Newton and getting Spencer. Tennessee I think had a very good offseason with returning guys. Kills me to say this but Knecht is going to help that team so much. They've lacked an elite shooter like him. Michigan State and Duke return the same team for the most part. 3) I think Houston, Gonzaga, Florida Atlantic, Marquette, and Creighton are also in the mix as legit final four contenders. 4) I think there are probably 25-30 teams you could rank from 11-25...Really good for the game. IU could be a 3/4 seed..they could also be an 8/9 seed. A lot of teams adding new pieces. Just so much uncertainty. 5) I love that Purdue is being considered as a top 5 team...these experts not watch the end of last year? I think you have to say they're a top 15 team with a guy like Edey returning. I'm just not impressed with that supporting cast. I think Loyer is the only other player that is a starter on a really good team. The 22-23 Purdue team is by far the most overrated college basketball team of the last 20 years. And I'm not saying that because I'm an IU homer. They had a very good Thanksgiving weekend and an easy B1G Schedule. Edit: LOL they have to include Kentucky on the next list out..IF Bradshaw and Reeves were healthy/returning they are for sure ranked. In fact, I think top 15 good. But I'm not sure they're an NCAA Tournament team right now, especially if Bradshaw is hurt. https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/36058691/2023-24-way-too-early-top-25-men-college-basketball-rankings

Let's get it done Woody!! I think we all want to see a sea of red at Lucas Oil for the 2026 Final Four.

I'm not at all a big NBA fan. But the top guys you want to get for your team all want to get there. Woody played for 11 years, was an assistant for 14 years, and head coach for 8...Recruits I think are starting to see his work pay off (Jalen and Trayce really helped Woodson prove that). Really starting to wonder why he wasn't hired before 2021..

100% a player I'd love to see at IU! Don't think he would start as a freshman but he's a kid that for sure would slide in as a sophomore. Insane what's going on. Feels like IU is in great shape with Liam, Boogie, Queen, Jaedan, and Tyler. As an IU fan I can't remember this kind of recruiting momentum. I remember 2010-2012 IU was popular but it cooled off for various reasons. Still, gotta close...

I know but he's been there for three years. Tulane isn't a P6 school. So good for him for staying. Most guys want to get out with NIL opportunities and what not. Just kind of rare to see now.

Sucks for us but props to him for staying at his original school. You don't see that too much.

I'll have to watch film on him but his numbers look good and it seems like a fit. Let's make it happen Woody!

Have zero clue how much he knows but on his space he says IU is the team to watch. Ya has a connection with him being at Alabama. Around 11:00 mark. Around the 4:30 mark they say we have been tampering with him..lol whatever it's about time for IU to start messing in the gray are. https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1vAGRArRALPKl

Because we are all excited about the '24 class and it's summer with not as much to talk about, I thought I'd do a fun topic. Let's say you are on staff. Which 5 '24 recruits would make your ideal class? Keep in mind the current players on the roster and the ability to add in the portal. I'll start with my 5: Liam, Boogie, Queen, Betsey, Caleb Williams Liam, Boogie, and Queen are day 1 starters. Queen I think is a multi-year player. Boogie and Liam very well could be one and dones. They very well could be multi-year players. It'll be interesting to see how they continue to develop. Tyler Betsey I think is a kid that could have a limited role as a freshman (similar to Malik..different positions/type of player) then start as a sophomore. He feels like a 3-4 year player. Add in someone like Caleb Williams as a developmental prospect. Someone who won't play as much as a freshman. Overall I'd like to have 2-3 guys make a major impact in their freshman year. (Ex: Jalen, Romeo, Cody, Eric Gordon). Maybe 1-2 of them stick around for another year or two. Add in 1-2 guys that are rotational pieces as freshman and can start as a sophomore (Ex: OG, Malik). Add in a developmental guy that later contributes (Ex: Hartman, Juwan, hopefully Kaleb). As for the current guys;..I'm really high on Cupps/Newton and think they could be your starting backcourt in a few years. Just depends on Jakai's health. Also think Malik as a junior could be All-American good. Add in shopping for vets in the portal... One thing I'll warn everyone on. I don't think you win with starting all freshman. I still think you need veteran players. I don't mind IU landing Queen, Liam, and Boogie. I just hope at least two of them are multi-year guys.

I think one of Harper/Boogie with Mustaf is realistic. Swartz and Betsey would be awesome. Guys who won't start right away but be rotational pieces that hopefully develop into starters.

Insane. Again, I hope IU can land him. Kid fits like a glove. Worried he may go to Michigan. I think he would get more opportunities there. I feel IU this year will be balanced.

I know our insiders don't see us getting a commitment until the fall but I think it may be sooner than that. With what Jalen accomplished at IU it has to speak volume to these high schoolers. Boogie has a lot of Jalen in him. I think he is a smaller/faster version on Jalen. If Boogie falls in love with IU, why not? One thing, I feel like IU was kind of on the outside with Boogie. Feels like since the Mgbako commitment it started interest again. Also, I feel he is a two year player. Jalen is 6'6. Boogie is 6'3. He is a little small but that's okay.

IF anyone is interested...on vacation last week I made a spreadsheet of all the '24 kids IU is going after. I have the spot they are ranked on Hot Boards, their position, rankings, schools recruiting them, if they took an OV, and if IU has a legit chance listed. I'd be more than happy to share it with anyone of you. Just message me your email. I'm excited for this class. It just feels like we have a legit chance due to getting these kids on campus.

For sure a ton of questions..X coming off an injury, Mack is just a freshman, Malik/Ke'el were limited as freshman, Banks/Gunn didn't do much in their first year. I feel Reeves/Trey offset each other so well. I just like Trey's game coming off the bench as a 6 man.

If Indiana can land him that would be massive. He just fits what this team is missing. I think he makes IU a legit Final Four contender. I have to think the staff/players know this and will do what it takes to get him. Edit: IF IU lands him, I don't think national idiots will have us very high still in the rankings which is fine by me. I like how this team is being slept on.