WayneFleekHoosier Posted September 12, 2017 Posted September 12, 2017 Wow. Great for him. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app IUsafety, Class of '66 Old Fart and ALASKA HOOSIER 3 Quote
biteoftheapple Posted September 12, 2017 Posted September 12, 2017 I have always wished he were a part of our program. And Calbert, as well. ALASKA HOOSIER, IUsafety, Class of '66 Old Fart and 1 other 4 Quote
Stromboli Posted September 13, 2017 Posted September 13, 2017 Welp. Maybe it's just recency bias, but I'm really excited about Jake coming in. It's weird to have this many guys ready to be Hoosiers that we've never seen play for us. Eight so far. An entire team. It's so many that I'm ready to focus my fandom on the development of what we have, rather than who we'll get. I really wish that there was more information coming in about how the team is doing. Which guards are emerging? Is RoJo playing any point? Are the guys buying in to the defense? Is Clifton going to be Crean's last gem for the program? How's Hartman's mobility after the surgery? Can he contribute? How many monstrous jams has Justin Smith had? Is his game rounding out to make him more than a "spark off the bench"? How's Juwan right now? The guy lost his entire class to the draft, he's dealt with injuries, he's our most proven big, and darn it if he doesn't come off as the most affable, tough, capable player/leader on the team. Is all this hardship going to be rewarded with an excellent junior season? This team, even though built with many of the old pieces, seems entirely new. All these interviews with recruits are fun, but we've got a lot more going on than that. thebigweave, Iugradman, Hoosierfan2017 and 3 others 6 Quote
Hoosierfan2017 Posted September 13, 2017 Posted September 13, 2017 Cujo with the late night work. Iugradman, Btownclouds, WayneFleekHoosier and 2 others 5 Quote
Brass Cannon Posted September 13, 2017 Posted September 13, 2017 11 minutes ago, Hoosierfan2017 said: Cujo with the late night work. An excellent sign gotta say. Granted I never thought Cujos issues had to do with a lack of work ethic. ALASKA HOOSIER and Hoosierfan2017 2 Quote
Hoosierfan2017 Posted September 13, 2017 Posted September 13, 2017 45 minutes ago, Brass Cannon said: An excellent sign gotta say. Granted I never thought Cujos issues had to do with a lack of work ethic. Yeah his problems seemed more confidence-related to me. If this has been common for him throughout the offseason though I think it gives a lot of support to the rumors going around about him looking like one of our best players. HoosierAloha, ALASKA HOOSIER, Crimson and Cream and 1 other 4 Quote
Hoosierfan2017 Posted September 13, 2017 Posted September 13, 2017 I saw this comment by Green on Instagram earlier today. Figured I'd add some more speculation to his situation ElectricBoogaloo, BtownBanner6, ALASKA HOOSIER and 1 other 4 Quote
Stuhoo Posted September 13, 2017 Posted September 13, 2017 I saw this comment by Green on Instagram earlier today. Figured I'd add some more speculation to his situation That'll add it all right. Iugradman, thebigweave and Hoosierfan2017 3 Quote
WayneFleekHoosier Posted September 13, 2017 Posted September 13, 2017 It'll be a darn shame if we lose Devonte. Really talented kid. I'm waiting, watching, and expecting big things.We'll see. Sent from my iPad using BtownBanners IUsafety, Hoosierfan2017 and Crimson and Cream 3 Quote
Stuhoo Posted September 13, 2017 Posted September 13, 2017 It'll be a darn shame if we lose Devonte. Really talented kid. I'm waiting, watching, and expecting big things.We'll see. Sent from my iPad using BtownBannersNice player with a great swagger to his game, but not exceptionally talented. lillurk 1 Quote
WayneFleekHoosier Posted September 13, 2017 Posted September 13, 2017 Nice player with a great swagger to his game, but not exceptionally talented.You don't think? I think he demonstrated more upside than any guard on our team last year. But if he isn't buying in that's another story altogether. Sent from my iPad using BtownBanners HoosierTrav, MIUGA, IUsafety and 3 others 6 Quote
Class of '66 Old Fart Posted September 13, 2017 Posted September 13, 2017 3 minutes ago, WayneFleekHoosier said: It'll be a darn shame if we lose Devonte. Really talented kid. I'm waiting, watching, and expecting big things. We'll see. Sent from my iPad using BtownBanners I hope it's just twitter talk and nothing more than that. But when we learned he went home for the summer and Davis and Jones stayed in B'town, the thought crossed my mind that he was not planning on returning this season. Truly hope we see him as an integral part of our team this year. ALASKA HOOSIER, MIUGA, Iugradman and 1 other 4 Quote
Stuhoo Posted September 14, 2017 Posted September 14, 2017 You don't think? I think he demonstrated more upside than any guard on our team last year. But if he isn't buying in that's another story altogether. Sent from my iPad using BtownBannersI really don't think he has much upside! I'm kinda a 180 from you; I really enjoyed watching him play last year, but I don't see him getting much run as Archie upgrades the talent level.I see Green as a very undersized two guard with a mediocre handle but a killer competitive attitude, and no potential to be a starting point guard. MemphisHoosier and lillurk 2 Quote
WayneFleekHoosier Posted September 14, 2017 Posted September 14, 2017 I really don't think he has much upside! I'm kinda a 180 from you; I really enjoyed watching him play last year, but I don't see him getting much run as Archie upgrades the talent level.I see Green as a very undersized two guard with a mediocre handle but a killer competitive attitude, and no potential to be a starting point guard.Fair. I saw it like this:Shooting: JBJ, Rojo, Devonte, Newkirk, CuJoHandle: all our guards struggle, but. Devonte, Rojo, Newkirk, JBJ, CuJoVision: Devonte, Rojo, JBJ, Newkirk, CuJo Defense: Rojo, Devonte, Newkirk, JBJ, CuJoCreate own Shot: JBJ but he struggled at times too, Devonte, Rojo, CuJo, NewkirkSent from my iPad using BtownBanners Str8Hoosiers 1 Quote
WayneFleekHoosier Posted September 14, 2017 Posted September 14, 2017 Based on my ratings it would seem Im down on CuJo. I'm not and I think he can be really good and has phenomenal speed but last year he looked lost most of the time. I watched numerous high school games and he was much better looking. More comfortable. Brought ball up floor with pace and usually fed Miles Bridges or took 3 pointers. Occasionally would fly to the hoop. I am fascinated to see his improvement. Sent from my iPad using BtownBanners thebigweave, ALASKA HOOSIER, MemphisHoosier and 1 other 4 Quote
WayneFleekHoosier Posted September 14, 2017 Posted September 14, 2017 If Green leaves so we can land Garland then I would say that is a beneficial trade-off for us.Agree. Sent from my iPad using BtownBanners Quote
HooHooHoo22 Posted September 14, 2017 Posted September 14, 2017 Yeah Green is probably gone. He's had a couple of trivial things on social media lately and I think both are aimed towards basketball Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app Quote
Stuhoo Posted September 14, 2017 Posted September 14, 2017 Fair. I saw it like this: Shooting: JBJ, Rojo, Devonte, Newkirk, CuJoHandle: all our guards struggle, but. Devonte, Rojo, Newkirk, JBJ, CuJoVision: Devonte, Rojo, JBJ, Newkirk, CuJo Defense: Rojo, Devonte, Newkirk, JBJ, CuJoCreate own Shot: JBJ but he struggled at times too, Devonte, Rojo, CuJo, Newkirk Sent from my iPad using BtownBanners Okay; maybe that was last year. Do you really think that DeVonte has more upside than CuJo as a shooter, shot creator, and defender in the future?I don't. There's no upside to a 6'1" shooting guard. Quote
WayneFleekHoosier Posted September 14, 2017 Posted September 14, 2017 Okay; maybe that was last year. Do you really think that DeVonte has more upside than CuJo as a shooter, shot creator, and defender in the future?I don't.Can't say for sure, but Devonte was better last year. That, I'm sure about. I like CuJos speed and agility. His shot looks good when he's not fading or stepping back. He's frail and gets pushed around by other guards. Honest answer is I don't know. Sent from my iPad using BtownBanners Quote
WayneFleekHoosier Posted September 14, 2017 Posted September 14, 2017 Okay; maybe that was last year. Do you really think that DeVonte has more upside than CuJo as a shooter, shot creator, and defender in the future?I don't. There's no upside to a 6'1" shooting guard. He can dunk well at 6'1". He's athletic and strong. I think he can be point for someone and be tough. Maybe that's not us. Not an ideal 2. But a better 2 size and athleticism wise than Jordy when Yogi and Jordy played the 1-2. Sent from my iPad using BtownBanners thebigweave 1 Quote
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