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TJD is currently #55 according to this list. Jayden Ivy is #6. It's mostly freshman and international players. https://ftw.usatoday.com/lists/2022-nba-mock-draft-chet-holmgren-paolo-banchero-jaden-hardy-jalen-duren

I had to read the Daily Hoosier article twice to determine whether there was a typo. There wasn't. It is Nikola Jokic and Nikola Jovic.

Did this one make his list?

With that kind of income, the kid would easily be able to afford a barber someplace in Columbus.

True, but the article has a number of quotes from Kaleb. It appears he is in agreement with his high school coach. Based on his own quotes, he left very impressed with all the facilities and the entire coaching staff.

https://www.thedailyhoosier.com/class-of-2023-in-state-forward-jalen-hooks-eyeing-late-june-visit-to-indiana/

https://www.thedailyhoosier.com/new-iu-basketball-center-michael-durr-can-be-more-efficient-than-his-numbers-suggest-and-highly-valuable/

Thanks. I also read some earlier games were on CBS sports app, but I'm not seeing anything for the cup. I also see a listing on here too, but it sends you to ESPN site. https://iuhoosiers.com/coverage

Does anyone know if there is a way to watch the game without YouTubeTV, cable, etc? As in, a way to stream it live on the internet? I don't want to take my son out to a public venue to watch it, but we both want to watch it live.

And more for the uniform geeks among us. https://www.indystar.com/story/sports/college/indiana/2018/11/21/best-iu-basketball-player-each-jersey-number/1819782002/

I believe it could be TJD, although the stats may not show as much improvement as some others because he was already putting up All-American numbers...and I think there will be a much more balanced offense. His consistency, energy level, versatility, and leadership should be most apparent...and very important. With some of the bigs leaving the Big Ten, I also believe he'll be the upper classman and alpha more often than not. He is very coachable and seems to have completely bought in to Woodson. I have a feeling this will be a summer of extreme growth he's never experienced before. He's well aware this is "his team" and he knows he has a lot to prove to himself, NBA scouts, and the national naysayers. He wants to do great things, individually and for the program...and he knows this is his last season to add to his legacy at Indiana. And, an important factor to note, Woodson wants to showcase his improvement. They both know he is a good coach away from becoming a lottery pick, and they both know how those results would be favorable for both going forward. I believe he will make small adjustments to his game (and work tirelessly on his shooting range) which will translate into massive improvements. And, I think there are some new faces coming in with a work-ethic that will only add to this motivation to spend more time in the gym (for TJD and others). I only hope he isn't trying to showcase a three-point shot too frequently if his shot isn't there. With more spacing, more creativity around the rim, and putting his athleticism to even better use with each play, I think he only needs to show he can knock down some midrange and long distance shots. His skill and athleticism around the rim will still be his bread and butter.

I thanked you because I would like to know as well. From what I remember from his interviews, he seemed to have a level-head and appeared grounded and intelligent (and I don’t care about any naivety any 19 year old had about a former UK coach from ages ago). I grew up an IU fan and always wanted to attend Indiana, but I aged and gained enough wisdom to not choose Indiana for my bachelors or my masters because there were other schools with better programs in my field of interest. I chose what I felt was best for my future. I think that’s what Brooks did. He felt UK was better for his future. His mind can change, and I completely understand how it might with a coaching change and the fact his time at UK wasn’t the one-and-done he and his father expected. I’m not at all opposed to Brooks coming to IU. I just wish, if he actually makes the decision, he wouldn’t have delayed to the point another player who held steadfast in his choice of schools is asked to leave before he wishes to (if that is even the case, which all signs indicate it is). With that said, though, Brooks could have been watching from afar to see what rosters developed during this crazy portal. He seemed to weigh his decision pretty heavily and pretty maturely the first go-around, at least from my unbiased vantage point, and it’s highly possible he was waiting to see what developed elsewhere and at UK before making a decision (again, if he even is making this decision). I don’t know Brooks Sr, but I get the feeling he had as much say as Brooks Jr did with his original decision. I won’t knock a father for pushing his son to go where he felt it was a better fit or a brighter future, but part of me always felt like he was in control of someone else’s decision (his son’s decisions, which he should give his input, albeit not be the decision maker).

Certain players, such as a 5-star Lander, might leave if they fear there will be a lack of playing time. These players likely expect playing time, and they know time is of the essence. A 3-star recruit likely doesn’t come to a program like Indiana if he expects immediate playing time. He more likely came here for the very reason he said he did (the school and the love he had for its historical basketball program) and to be a part of something he always dreamed of. Role players are crucial to most programs...the type of players who happily do whatever it takes for the team to win and cheer from the sideline whether or not they even see the court. They are there to be a part of something bigger than themselves. There are walk-ons at Indiana and other power conference schools, and most (if not all) could have gone to a much smaller school to play minutes. Galloway could have too.

That’s too bad if it is in fact Galloway being nudged out the door to make room. He chose IU before anyone else in his class, then wanted to stay regardless of the coaching change. Plus, I think he’s a workhorse and a true teammate who will do whatever it takes to help the team win (even a lot of dirty work). And, he’s a coach’s son with a good basketball IQ. I really like Trey too. I was hoping he would figure his shot out at some point and become a leader as an upperclassmen and someone who has an input allover the boxscore.

Hi, Chris. Quick question, and one I’ve been wondering about for some time. If you had to choose a personal favorite IU basketball player, then would Trey Galloway come to mind?

Note to the coaching staff: Keep this one and her family off your recruiting radar. https://fanbuzz.com/high-school/indiana-aau-girls-basketball-referee-fight/

High caliber student and person as well. https://timesuniononline.com/Content/Local-News/Sports/Article/Mangas-Hopes-To-Continue-Stellar-Career/2/226/132157

No offense to Nickelberry as a person or player (I know nothing about him), but his stats don't indicate he would be of much help at Indiana. Unless I'm missing something, I hope Woodson doesn't sign another guard (unless he shot better than 22% from three last year and 21% from two). Indiana doesn't need anymore of that.

I could be completely wrong, but I think Franklin left because he had decided to before the last seconds on the clock ticked away to officially end the season. Watch his face when the crowd begins to boo the players off the floor. He played injured and worked hard, and I’m sure being booed off the floor is not what he signed up for at IU. And, with knowing other players experienced the same thing and still want to return and play with pride as a Hoosier, it tells me he’s not as open to criticism as others might be (constructive or not). And, it seems Woodson is a straight shooter and tells it like it is (see TJD, Lander, and Johnson quotes). I loved Franklin and his trajectory seemed exciting to say the least. I’m disappointed he left because I won’t care or know what happens to him now, but his departure makes me appreciate the others who want to prove something for themselves and for the program that much more. Guys like Brunk, Hunter, Rob, Leal, TJD, and Galloway should be remembered. They never intended to leave Indiana (Loyalty).

Earthquakes?

A very large percentage of assistant coaches make well below $100K. That’s substantially lower than 200K. I’m not sure what Indiana staff made prior to Dane Fife’s seemingly higher-than-typical agreed upon salary, but even the 90th percentile of assistant coaches is $90K and the median is $57K. And, yes, I know many of the smaller schools bring this down considerably. I’m sure when compared to many I live a life of poverty, but I disagree that paying someone $200,000/year is “poor man’s” wages.

Dan Dakitch I’m kidding!!! My top four: Buckley Hunter Lewis Payne I do miss having a Tim Buckley on staff. Is he looking to leave Nevada anytime soon? This team could really use “the shot doctor”.

I will admit, when I learned of the hire from my brother I was far from excited. Even with him telling me of Matta becoming staff, I wondered if Matta would be able to involve himself in the ways he’s most capable and in ways most beneficial to the program. I’ve warmed up to it since. With the right assistant hires combined with the experience and connections of Matta and Woodson, this could bode well. I’m skeptical and worried we might be back in this same boat a half a decade later, but I prefer to be optimistic and float with this choice until the on-court performance gives me better judgment. Besides, I can’t change a thing in my position anyways With all that said, what excites me most about this hire is the fact he loves Indiana. It truly is his dream job. Crean, and I know many of you hate to even read his name, came to Indiana raving about how Indiana basketball was the greatest coaching job on the planet. When he arrived, I could tell he meant that with sincerity. His enthusiasm for the history of IU basketball swept across much of the state like a virus. It brought in a slew of great in-state players including Cody Zeller and Yogi Ferrell. Some didn’t pan out like most hoped, but he made Indiana high schoolers rethink Indiana basketball and made many jump at the chance to bring it back to prominence. It even led to a pre-season #1 ranking that lasted much of the season. I’m not saying IU will have a preseason ranking to match anytime soon, nor am I saying they’ll have stud players like Zeller and Yogi jump onboard. But, with Woodson’s love of the game...and more importantly, his love for IU...I tend to believe anything is possible. Couple that possibility with a talented coaching staff of assistants capable of player-development and recruiting along with some luck with the portal and/or key returning players, and I think theres a chance for a momentum which leads to short-term improvement and potentially long-term success. What I’m much more certain of is there’s little chance (and hardly any room) for a backslide resulting in a worse scenario than where Indiana has been in recent memory. It wasn’t my choice, but I’m onboard. Like I said, what choice do I have anyways? It’s not like I’ll ever quit watching IU basketball like some others have suggested they might. I’m a lifer. I was here for the Colts when they moved to town and I was here for IU basketball all along. I know how to root for the underdog and weather the ugliness of loss, but I’m also old enough to remember watching Indiana in its glory years, as well as the Colts. Sometimes many years of loss makes it that much sweeter to experience victories Welcome, Woodson and staff. I’m rooting for you!

Admittedly, Christian didn’t even come to mind when I read his username. I was taken aback. Then, I remembered the wat shot. But, then I quickly remembered it was Christian and not Trendon. It was then I considered the chances he might never have meant to reference that particular shot from Indiana lore.

In the midst of so much uncertainty for us fans, I wish we knew what the experience is like for Dolson. Is he uncertain at this point too, and he’s becoming increasingly more frustrated and anxious with each rejection he receives from a candidate? Or, does he already know his hire and he is patiently waiting for it to unfold as he spends his time laughing at the national media blowhards each time they toss out their newest “likeliest candidate newsflash”. Just for fun, I’m going with the belief he has already made his selection and the candidate has either accepted or has told Dolson he will accept/announce when the time is appropriate. If true and if I was Dolson, then I might have to let it ride out a few days longer just to see which new name these clowns suspect next.