HoosierFan1994

Sorry if you've answered...do you see Payne still coming to IU with Ballo? Payne at least has two years. He could get starter minutes as a senior.

Let's close the deal!! No more visits!

The thing I like about some of the guys we have been targeting is A) multi-year guys..Myles Rice, possibly Carlyle, Conwell, Payne. I don't want this to be an every year thing where Indiana has to replace it's best players. Obviously things change but Carlyle is seen as a second round pick. Mgbako and Reneau have work to do to get drafted B) I think while Jakai and Gabe may not see as much playing time next year, they have a chance the following year to step into a role better suited for them. C) I think some of the '25 guys would fit right in as well into a good role. D) If Mgbako were to go pro Tucker can step in. Still will have probably 5-6 scholarships but most of your core will be back unlike this offseason and last year. I hate to say it, but I think that will be the new norm in college basketball. That being said, landing these guys is not only good for 24-25 but for the future.

Dang..Tucker (5 star), Rice with possibly Hickman, Ballo, Carlyle, Payne...that is some serious cash IU is spending. Not saying they all are coming to IU but still.

You don't think Myles Rice has the potential to be a program changer? I agree things need to play out. I am not at all sold on this coaching staff. However, Rice had a heck of a season as a freshman (I understand he wasn't a true one). His team made the second round of the NCAA Tournament. Hasn't happened at that school since Klay Thompson was there.

it's April 14. Just a fun conversation on what ifs. Nothing wrong with it. And agree on last part somewhat. Our top 7 guys I think will see plenty of playing time. Guys 8-10 not sure.

Just wanted to hear what people had to think about it. I can't see Carlyle wanting to come here to come off the bench...He's a consensus top 15-20 transfer. It sounds like it is just about a done deal between him and IU much like Myles Rice (crystal ball and Trilly). Again..GREAT problem to have. But, somebody is going to have to come off the bench. That being said...those guys can still see plenty of playing time. It's just a different mindset.

It sounds like it is somewhat possible that IU lands Hickman AND Carlyle. Let's say they add Ballo. What's the starting 5 with this scenario? Is it: Rice, Hickman, Carlyle, Malik, Ballo? With Trey, Mgbako, and Tucker off the bench? I've read where Hickman isn't coming to be a role player off the bench. It's a great problem to have as long as IU can keep everyone. I can't see Mgbako coming off the bench. He had a good freshman year. Trey I think is the perfect 6th man (said this for multiple years) and Tucker being a freshman I can see. My take: Carlyle is probably the better player but I think Hickman is the better fit right now. If Indiana doesn't land any shooters the ceiling of this team is probably Sweet 16 at best. Why settle for that? That being said...get them both!

Yes, as of now.

True. FWIW, he was listed in Tier 1 on Peegs Hot Board this morning. Ballo was Tier 2. Just wonder if the staff will push as hard for him right away.

I'm interested to see what staff does with Payne considering Ballo is visiting after him. Have to think Ballo is ahead of him as a priority.

To Be fair I do think they both will improve. Technically they are only sophomores. But still need shooters.

Trey Galloway is going to play no matter what. As far as Tucker goes more and more 5 stars are coming off the bench. Especially with this extra covid year still in play. I think half of ESPN's 5 stars last year came off the bench..some played at UK where Cal didn't play his two best guys right away. However, there were others.

It seems legit. Travis Branham from 247 put in picks to IU for both. Can Rice, Carlyle, and Conwell all start together? Would be interesting but just wondering.

Surfing the 247 portal website before work...on the 247 portal rankings it now shows a Crystal ball pick for Kanaan Carlyle to IU. https://247sports.com/season/2024-basketball/transferportaltop/ He is #10 Edit: This makes Hickman or Humrichous a must IMO. Need a shooter off the bench. We are in no way to turn a talent like this down. But, shooters shooters and shooters is the need.

I think if you are IU this is your hope Rice Conwell (I'd take Hickman here too) Mgbako Reneau Ballo Bench: Galloway (1-3), Tucker (3), Humrichous (3-4), maybe add another big for backup minutes to play the 5 Cupps, Newton, Leal will be your 10-12 guys which I think is ideal.

Hope there is a commitment this weekend. He is visiting IU. DO NOT let him leave without one. Would be a very nice start.

I heard his name mentioned on the Hysterics podcast with Rabby the other day, but sign me up for Isaiah Swope. He is from Newburgh (righty next to Evansville). Played at USI and transferred to ISU. Basically played on one leg for most of the season. He easily could have opted out of the NIT. He's an outstanding player and sounds like a hard worker. I'm sure he is a big reason the culture changed at Indiana State.

Crazy how these coaches can just put on a poker face. Jerome Tang was on Field of 68 last night talking about how great Kansas State is and it's such a basketball school. Now, it sounds like he is gone.

Biggest thing I like about potentially adding Rice and Carlyle: 3 years of elgibility left. Can't do this every year with replacing more than half your roster. I know I've seen Carlyle on NBA mocks for next season. I also think the two of them will improve from 3. Based on his assist to turnover ratio I assume Carlyle is better at the 2 spot.

247 and ESPN updated their portal rankings today. Carlyle is a consensus top 10 prospect. Rice is as well. Perkins was 15 on one and 37 on the other. I'd say those 3 guys are hopefully priority. It does seem like a "weaker" group this year. Amari Williams was a consensus top 50 prospect. ESPN had Hickman at 90. Leland Walker is just outside the top 100. Humrichous was one of the last ones ranked on ESPN, probably around 140. Do these rankings mean much? It depends. Everyone was right on Knecht, Ware, and others last year, but missed on guys like Timberlake. Lance Jones has had a pretty good impact at Purdue and I'm not sure he was top 100. Just a guess, guys like Walker and Humrichous aren't starters here. They may have to accept a role off the bench. Hickman I think is a starter here. Peegs did not list Thiero from UK or Blackmon on their list of guys IU is pursuing. I do know they've reached out to them. Call me crazy, but getting Hickman is almost as important as getting a Point Guard. He is a high volume high percentage shooter. My "Wishlist" on guys in the portal now: Myles Rice- I like that he has 3 years left. Nothing against Perkins. Hickman-NEED shooters. He is the best one of this group. Humrichous-If he can accept a role off the bench that is huge. I'd love to see a world where Galloway and Tucker come off the bench. It means this team has a lot of potential. Looking at last years "5 stars" I'd say of the 14 college players 5-6 of them came off the bench. In the get old stay old world you aren't a penciled in starter as a 5 star anymore.

If that does happen I have to think IU has a good shot. 1) Like Ware, Bradshaw was a top 10 recruit with a disappointing freshman season. He had some injuries this year but I think he has a really good skill set. 2) I think he is from the same area Mgbako is from. Wonder if there is a connection there.

This is a great post. Kind of how I feel. My hope is the roster situation is much better this time next year and Woodson steps aside. He's not the answer. Do I think we can be a top 25 team and maybe win a game in the NCAA tournament with him? Yes. I just don't think we can compete for Big Ten Titles and advance in the tournament with him. It's early but yeah, it's concerning to me that Indiana doesn't have a portal commit yet.

I have been off the last few days so I'm just seeing this. This would surprise me. Don't get me wrong, I'd take him. He was a really good player of the Aces. I know fans here are really bummed about losing him. However, with Tucker, Mgbako, and Reneau at the 3/4/5 spots I wouldn't think he would want to be here. Kind of surprised he's not on 247's portal rankings.

It's very likely his three point numbers improve. Very good player on a team that won a game in the tournament.