(2020) PF/C - Dawson Garcia to Minnesota

[HoosierAloha 30,057]

Brunk and Thompson arent scorers and TJD and or Smith could be gone next year. We have to continue recruiting at a high level. That is why we havent been able to sustain success.

I doubt Smith or TJD are gone after this season. Could they? Sure, but I’d bet on them both being back for next season. Them, along with Hunter, should be enough to headline the front court. The following season we’ll need experience and talent while the 2021 freshmen bigs get their feet wet. I agree, we need to added talented depth. That’s why I’ve been saying this is a recruitment that gauges where we currently stand in regards to building a program.

If we land Garcia and return Smith and Jackson-Davis I feel really good about next seasons team and the year after. If we don’t land him we’ll need to find a good big somewhere before next season starts.


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[HoosierAloha 30,057]

I know which program will be relevant the next few years. And it won’t be the one that wears yellow.


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What does Floyd Central have to do with this recruitment?

As others have said, I really think it comes down to Garcia and family being comfortable with the distance. I think he’s sold on the program; coaches and future teammates.


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[Honkyman 1,670]

If IU makes the Sweet 16 this season it will be because TJD plays well enough to catch the eye of NBA scouts and draft boards. It doesn't mean he will go pro even then. He could stay another year just as Zeller did.

 

[JHoosier914 1,187]

4 hours ago, woodenshoemanHoosierfan said:

I believe it is 50/50 we get Garcia. While I agree, purely from a Basketball standpoint, it should be a no brainers. Sometimes it is not just about basketball. However, there are many reasons he could pick Marquette. Some on here couldn't believe Garland would pick Vandy because he wanted to stay close to home. At least one said he couldn't understand it because his family wasn't like that.

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Respectively, nah dawg.  He comin' to Btown.

[Bobman1 2,909]

If Smith and/or TJD are gone after this year, we’re gonna have a realllllly good year.

Everyone’s gotta take a step back and realize Dawson probably hasn’t even made a decision yet.


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[JaybobHoosier 11,839]

Hope like heck he chooses us, but not holding out hope because proximity to family can be a deal breaker for kids/families. No insider info, but know that having family close by is just as important to a kid as other stuff.

If he chooses us, I feel we are a top 25 team next year if everyone returns. Without him I believe we are still a tourney lock, but hurts our depth long term.


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[RaceToTheTop 25,274]

I would just like to add that I have no clue where he goes.  If you want sources, I can name some pretty influential people who can attest to my cluelessness.

[RaceToTheTop 25,274]

Andrew Slater put a crystal ball on Marquette....not a big surprise as he is the boss of the guy who put a ball on Marquette a few days ago (Lykins).  Lykinz has the MO on just latching on to other people picks and likely Slater told him he thought Garcia was leaning toward Marquette. 

[Uspshoosier 45,494]

https://247sports.com/college/basketball/recruiting/Article/Dawson-Garcia-Announcement-Indiana-Marquette-Minnesota-Memphis-138833126/


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[rcbowla 7,055]

Andrew Slater put a crystal ball on Marquette....not a big surprise as he is the boss of the guy who put a ball on Marquette a few days ago (Lykins).  Lykinz has the MO on just latching on to other people picks and likely Slater told him he thought Garcia was leaning toward Marquette. 

We'll see if others start joining. I personally think it'll be Marquette but who knows? Apparently Garcia does.

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[HoosierRobbie 929]

Definitely seems like the winds are blowing towards Marquette.


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[Brass Cannon 24,456]

It’s Marquette 

[Brass Cannon 24,456]

Archie needs to just save the spot for if Wojo gets fired 

[IUsafety 2,775]

Definitely Marquette. Archie posted a video of the locker rooms being remodeled at Cook Hall today. Looks they are putting in a drop ceiling with tiles.


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[HinnyHoosier 4,851]

Archie needs to just save the spot for if Wojo gets fired 

*when


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[WayneFleekHoosier 48,138]

Awww shucks.. not meant to be I suppose.


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[VO5 8,272]

I would assume Slater has connections with Wojo since he’s the Duke board guy. Sucks but I like our frontcourt for next year, even without Garcia

[Alford Bailey 12,373]

Just like that everybody gave up?

[JHoosier914 1,187]

It’s Marquette 

It’s Indiana



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[Uspshoosier 45,494]

I would assume Slater has connections with Wojo since he’s the Duke board guy. Sucks but I like our frontcourt for next year, even without Garcia

Slater picked Virginia for Geronimo days before he committed to IU. I personally don’t think Slater has any solid information



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