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Just reporting info that I heard from IUs open gym from a recruit that attended there this past week. He said during walkthroughs the starting 5 on the floor together was Phinisee, Romeo, Hunter, Fitzner and Davis (only participated in walkthroughs not actual games). Was told that Hunter is going to surprise a lot this year and looked like an upperclassmen and will start right away no doubt. Also heard that Romeo was Romeo and took over whenever he wanted to and that Fitzner played the "stretch 4" and played mostly outside. Damezi was hitting everything and we shouldn't be surprised if he's first off the bench...the only drawback was his defense and seemed to get in bad position at times but he has a whole summer to get better like most of our players did under Archie. Just thought I'd share this info with all of you. I'd personally be a fan of the starting lineup of: Rob Romeo Hunter Fitzner Morgan I know people would be hesitant bc it's 3 freshmen and a transfer new to the system but again the talent from our team this past year wasn't the greatest to sugar coat things and the pieces we have coming in are already far more talented and athletic. Rob is a true PG and a lesser Yogi in my opinion and is not going to make boneheaded mistakes or try to force anything like our guards of last year. Just my thoughts. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

It will be live streamed on indystar.com per this article: https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.indystar.com/amp/511633002 https://www.indystar.com/story/sports/high-school/2018/04/12/romeo-langford-indiana-final-public-appearances-before-he-makes-big-decision/511633002/ Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

I think Phinisee is going to be the starter from Day 1. If anyone transfers it may be Greene...he seems to have an ego more than anyone. Hope I'm wrong and he can buy into Archie's plan and play a key role next year possibly as a reserve. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

I'd be willing to bet even the balconies are full for exhibition games. Romeo is a special player and fans will wanna see him as much as possible while he is still in an Indiana jersey. The impact he will have on our program is going to be indescribable. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

PM please and thank you! Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

I'd like a ticket for the PM train please. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

Playing devil's advocate, is there still a chance this has anything to do with waiting until Mr. Basketball is announced (announcement 4/29) and ensuring he is named Mr. Basketball even if he didn't pick Indiana. In all honesty, there's zero chance his announcement to any other school would affect him getting Mr. Basketball IMO. Maybe he just wants to wear his Mr. Basketball jersey with Indiana on the front and will trade it in for another jersey with Indiana across the front at the announcement?!?! Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

Just gonna throw this out there. Living in the Center Grove area, I talk to a guy at the gym who is connected to TJD and family and he said Romeo is announcing next Thursday and it's IU. Again he has zero/little credibility in regards to Romeo and all reports are saying announcement coming between April 13-30. If we hear any news that Romeo in fact will announce next Thursday April 12, then maybe just MAYBE, he knows something we don't and could be good news for us. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

I don't think Zion is going to have a great college career. He'll be one and done regardless based on his athleticism alone which the NBA will drool over but he has no game outside of dunking. He won't have the luxury to dunk like crazy against good competition and will instead have to establish a skill set. Force him right and he is done for. There's a reason his entire highlight reel is only dunks. Little and Barrett look like the real deal and Romeo is Romeo...we already know he is legit. Need J Will to do a little more recruiting for us. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

This seemed very fishy considering the line was FSU +4.5 and Hamilton tells his players to back off only down 4 with 11 seconds left. That's an eternity. Virginia was down 4 to Louisville with 0.9 seconds left AND WON! Either Hamilton is absolutely clueless or he bet his entire contract on FSU +4.5. His post game interview when asked about it didn't help matters either...I gotta feeling more is gonna come from this interview. He acted like he got caught shaving points and got flustered. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

3/18 - Michigan State Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

New Albany can credit Bryce Drew for their loss...he brought his losing ways to Romeo today. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

3/17 Duke Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

3/16 - Florida State Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

3/16 West Virginia Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

3/15/18 - Tennessee Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

I'm just reporting what I've heard so you can laugh or whatever you want idc. Like I said not saying it's true but just what I've been hearing. Also the rumor about Romeos girlfriend transferring to IU from NKU are true per some New Albany family I sat next to. Also hearing you're gonna see TJDs younger brother with an offer here if TJD commits...again just what the word in the CG area has been. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

I was fortunate to witness Romeo play against TJD in the Seymour regional last night and wow that was a crazy experience! As for Romeo, I just can't imagine there is a better player in HS in the country than him. I was able to watch Eric Gordon play in HS against Greg Oden and Mike Conley and I can tell you Romeo is far and above a better player than those 3 mentioned when they were in high school. There's no doubt he'll be a household name similar to Trae Young next year...except he actually makes his team better. Definitely a one of a kind player and great kid. I live near CG so I have seen TJD play several times but it was something else seeing Romeo live in action. The seats filled up so fast I had to sit in the NA section and I got to talking to serval people from there and each one of them think IU is where Romeo will end up. Again, nobody knows for certain but that's what the NA feels at this point. I was surprised Bryce Drew didn't make an appearance and was glad to see that Archie brought out Ostrom and Flint and Phinisee to visit with Romeo...Let's hope this final push pays off BIG! As for TJD I can tell you that he and Brooks are super close and have a "pact" to play together in college. Both his parents are now pushing for IU....I also know from good source that Archie is the only one who has been keeping in contact with him recently and Izzo/MSU hasn't made contact in several months. TJDs mom went to IU and his stepdad has pushed for IU since the allegations at MSU came out...prior he was aboard TJD to MSU. Just thought I'd share my experience last night and info that I've heard here recently. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

The commentators of the UK-UGA game said that if Georgia wins this game their tourney chances go up to 98%??? 12th seed in the SEC and 7-11 in conference. That would make 9 teams from the $EC and yet the B1Gs 4th seed won't make it lol. SEC way overrated and I think everyone will see that come the first weekend of the tourney. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

I don't think a team has ever finished the regular season ranked and not made the tournament. I know rankings have nothing to do with it but I guarantee you they're safely in regardless of this loss. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

Congrats to Mike Roberts (associate head coach) and UNCG! Going dancing for the 3rd time in school history. Laugh at me now but I'm picking the Fighting Mike Roberts' as my upset special this year...I don't care who they play! They're solid and senior led...watch out! Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

I don't put a lot of stock in HS rankings...I understand Yogi was rated higher and was/is a better player than Rob but what I'm saying is he is going to be a true floor leader and starter from day 1 and most likely for 4 years just like Yogi. He's an all around winner and a pg who looks to get others involved first but if he has to score he can and has shown that especially his senior year. I watched Yogi play at Park Tudor and I've seen Rob play in person and I can guarantee you he is HIGHLY underrated and will be more than half the player Yogi was/is...we are extremely lucky he chose to come here instead of stay in West Laffy trust me! He'll make a world of difference from Day 1. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

Rutgers playing like this tourney is at Rucker Park not MSG...holy cow Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

I think there is zero chance Phinisee comes off the bench. He is the next Yogi for us in my opinion...and I'd be willing to bet either Damezi or Hunter start as well. IF Romeo comes that would be great but being realistic and assuming he doesn't come I think our lineup will look like this: Phinisee Morgan Davis Anderson/Hunter Smith/Green depending on matchups I think Anderson can play at the 2 spot if need be and is going to make a HUGE impact immediately because of his shooting alone (something we didn't have ALL year) Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

I agree he is way undersized to play in the NBA and doesn't have much of a game outside of under the basket....Tyler Hansbrough had more of a game and a better motor but is about the same size...just ask him how his career is going with the Mad Ants. Unless he magically develops a shot within the next 2 months or increases his vertical by 10 inches, he's not going anywhere. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app