IUBB - 2020 Off-Season News

[Brass Cannon]

23 minutes ago, Uspshoosier said:

Age would also be a factor in TJD’s decision for a third year. He is old for his grade. He will be 21 in February. Staying a 3rd year would put him in the draft as a 22 year old junior. In my opinion I say enjoy TJD this year because I see no way he stays at IU for a third year. I’m guessing IU is planning like he won’t be there as a junior


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[kreigh8]

As the topic seems to be on TJD, has there been any sort of video or tidbits on any improvements from him in shooting and his shooting range? Would love to see him being able to step out a bit and nail a jumper this coming season. I’ve been out of the loop a bit but was curious of any progress made in that regard.

[Brass Cannon]

Just now, kreigh8 said:

As the topic seems to be on TJD, has there been any sort of video or tidbits on any improvements from him in shooting and his shooting range? Would love to see him being able to step out a bit and nail a jumper this coming season. I’ve been out of the loop a bit but was curious of any progress made in that regard.

Not sure of any video. Reports are that his shooting has been his focus in order to help stretch the floor. 

[IUc2016]

19 hours ago, kreigh8 said:

As the topic seems to be on TJD, has there been any sort of video or tidbits on any improvements from him in shooting and his shooting range? Would love to see him being able to step out a bit and nail a jumper this coming season. I’ve been out of the loop a bit but was curious of any progress made in that regard.

There was a video shared back in the late spring, maybe in May, of him in an open gym. He was playing full 5-5 and was hitting quite a few jumpers. I know it was highlights, but it was more than he hit all last season. Not sure where the video is though

[BGleas]

On 7/29/2020 at 9:51 AM, Brass Cannon said:

Big news I’d always suspected but never seen reported. Lander is still only 17 which means he won’t be eligible for draft next year.  He’s here for two years.  Here’s hoping Trayce is good for three

Sorry to burst the bubble, but I’m pretty sure just have to be 19 in the calendar year of the draft. So if he turns 18 in November, he’d be eligible for next years draft because he’d be a year removed from HS and turning 19 in that calendar year. 

[Brass Cannon]

14 minutes ago, BGleas said:

Sorry to burst the bubble, but I’m pretty sure just have to be 19 in the calendar year of the draft. So if he turns 18 in November, he’d be eligible for next years draft because he’d be a year removed from HS and turning 19 in that calendar year. 

He was born in 2003 which means to be 17 he’s already had his birthday this year. So your not bursting anything. But I did learn that after that post. 

[BGleas]

4 minutes ago, Brass Cannon said:

He was born in 2003 which means to be 17 he’s already had his birthday this year. So your not bursting anything 

Ok, so he just turned 17 this year? 

[Brass Cannon]

15 minutes ago, BGleas said:

Ok, so he just turned 17 this year? 

Yep.  I’d been told his birthday was in February. But have never seen that confirmed. But found his birth year listed as 2003 a few places so it makes sense. 

[BGleas]

5 minutes ago, Brass Cannon said:

Yep.  I’d been told his birthday was in February. But have never seen that confirmed. But found his birth year listed as 2003 a few places so it makes sense. 

Well, that’s good news. Thanks for clearing that up!

[WayneFleekHoosier]

Lander will not be a one and done regardless of his current age.   No one likes absolutes, but I’m gonna do it. Hate me now, hate me later.  Lol sorry peeps. 

[mdn82]

[Stuhoo]

 

[Loaded Chicken Sandwich]

So is Archie trying out a new offensive system? Again?

[WayneFleekHoosier]

So is Archie trying out a new offensive system? Again?

I believe, new players, new skill sets, more options. Archie isn’t an offensive wizard, there is no doubt about that. Hopefully he can accumulate players that know how to play.


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[Brass Cannon]

13 hours ago, mdn82 said:

Considering what we saw from Geronimo it’s impressive to see Race win that.  
 

Hopefully he can bring his game to the next level.  

[Stuhoo]

Race is such a favorite of mine. He just plain understands how to play—sets screens , passes well, defends the post and perimeter, physical without fouling. 

If he can get a ‘keep em honest’ jump shot he’ll be so so valuable, and I think he has the form to do it.

 

[mdn82]

13 hours ago, Stuhoo said:

 

Hopefully Race gets in that 22-25 minute range. What he brought at the end of the season was really solid.

[Brass Cannon]

1 hour ago, mdn82 said:

Hopefully Race gets in that 22-25 minute range. What he brought at the end of the season was really solid.

Yep like a lot of young players he offers a lot. Think he needs to work on consistency but that’s to be expected. If he can play his best consistently. He will be good and will be a starter after TJD leaves

[GloryDays]

On 8/1/2020 at 12:54 PM, Brass Cannon said:

Yep like a lot of young players he offers a lot. Think he needs to work on consistency but that’s to be expected. If he can play his best consistently. He will be good and will be a starter after TJD leaves

He reminds me of f Darrell Thomas.

Undersized junkyard dog.

He had good form on his jumper and I look for it to pay off this season.

I love the kid and his tenacity.

[Class of '66 Old Fart]

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