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I think we will know more after their final high school season. Supposedly '24 is a down class (some think it was the class most impacted by Covid.) If that is the case, I think these guys might be 2-3 year players. I know some of you don't agree with that. It's just too early to tell I think. Selfishly want them to be here for a few years.... dreaming of a Boogie, Cupps, Liam, Malik, and Queen Final Four team in 2026.
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It's been said by Rabby and others in the know, but it sounds like IU is selling Boogie to be the man here and UK is selling him to be #2. If that is the case, I have to think IU wins this one. Pretty awesome to be the favorite for two 5 star talents. Have to close though...Nothing against Queen as I want him too but Liam/Boogie are 1A/1B to me. One thing I like about this...UK says it's between IU and UK and Alabama says it's between Bama and IU...one common theme there.
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Frustrated IU-Purdue is on Peacock.
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No sorry. They said on Monday or Tuesday that Bill Self was likely to visit this week (it appears it happened last night). So this isn't a surprise. I see IU fans on X freaking out...Boogie just named us in his top 3, heavy heavy favorite for Liam, and in good shape for Queen. Do people not understand that this is how it goes for 5 star recruits? It isn't easy at all. Staff is doing a great job. Just need to close which I think they will.
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2023-24 Pre-season Practices and Development
HoosierFan1994 replied to Stuhoo's topic in Indiana Men's Basketball
Thanks for sharing this. I somehow missed it. Can't wait for this season. Lot of questions marks but I trust this staff. Lot of talent on this roster. If all the pieces fit, this could be a top ten caliber team. -
The Almanac came out this morning. I think it's a must for all big college basketball fans. I don't always agree with everything on it. However, they have previews for every team, conference picks, and rankings for the top players, transfer, freshman, etc. They are high on Mackenzie. They have him as the #3 Freshman to watch this year. Overall they aren't as high on IU, like the rest of the media. They have them as a 9 seed.
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You are probably right. I've followed IU recruiting pretty closely since Crean took over. I can't remember them being in on this many legit players this close to the end of their recruitments: Liam (top 15) Queen (top 15) Boogie (top 20) Annor (top 30) Givens (Top 60) I think Liam will make his decision soon (I'll be stunned if it's not IU to be honest). Queen will probably be sometime next month closer to the season. Boggie IU will probably have to wait that one out. Not sure on Annor but I know he is visiting soon so it's possible he makes a decision before the season. Real exciting time! My guess for fun: IU Lands Liam, Queen, and eventually Boogie.
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How I've felt since June. If Liam is the first one you have to think IU becomes the favorite with Queen. One thing we can all trust this staff with, we know they are going full court press on a commitment this weekend. I see Liam as a 2-3 year guy and Queen as a 3-4 year player. Both are two of your major building blocks to becoming a National Title Contender.
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Major major weekend for the future of IU hoops. Sounds like IU is certainly the favorite for Liam. Would be surprised if he commits after the visit. Sounds like he wants to take the Texas visit and announce right before the season. I know the staff will do all they can to get him this weekend. The sooner he commits, the better I feel about Queen. Sounds like IU is up there with Houston and Maryland for him. Houston actually worries me a little more than Maryland in that battle. Not sure about Givens. Wonder if he is just there to visit with his teammates. I know he had IU in his top 7. He's certainly a take but obviously the #1 option is Fland who is likely to visit. The thing I'm most happy about is this staff's ability to get guys to campus. Offers are great. Visiting them at their school/home is great. But, you have to get them on campus. I saw a stat where this '24 class is by far the most top 50 visits IU has had pretty much ever in the rankings era. I feel you HAVE to at least get 2-3 of these guys. Liam is a start. Potentially add Queen with another guard in this class and you have to feel good. Hope guys like Banks/Gunn/Reneau can take a huge step forward and become a nice veteran core with this group next year.
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2023 SF/PF Mackenzie Mgbako to Texas A&M via Portal
HoosierFan1994 replied to Chris007's topic in Indiana Men's Basketball
Early on might be a struggle with playing UConn, possibly Texas, Auburn, and Kansas. However, I think by January this team will look good. -
2023 SF/PF Mackenzie Mgbako to Texas A&M via Portal
HoosierFan1994 replied to Chris007's topic in Indiana Men's Basketball
I've said the same thing as you. I think Malik, Mack, and Kel'el will work. The staff wouldn't have put them together if they didn't feel it wouldn't work.
