Trayce Jackson-Davis Announces Return to Indiana Basketball (QUOTES IN OP)

[DWB]

6 minutes ago, Silat Player said:

In all honesty, no one has any idea how Woodson's tenure will be. It's not like he has any college record to look back on. 

I think his hiring is either going to be a home run or a massive strike out. I would be shocked if it is anywhere in between. 

I agree. It's either going to be a 8-9 out of 10, or a 2-3 out of 10 on the winning scale. I know where I'm at. Hope everybody joins me!

[Southside]

3 hours ago, iubb said:

 

 

 

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That's pretty frank lol. Archie always seemed pretty stale to be honest, and the kids really didn't look like they were having fun.

This is a huge win for the program. I think it's best for TJD too. If he can work on his intermediate shot, it would do wonders for his stock.

[RaceToTheTop]

 

Bottom tweet is from Xavier Johnson yesterday;  top is from Trayce Jackson-Davis today.  Might just be me, but the wording being so similar definitely makes it seem like Johnson and Jackson-Davis have been in contact quite a bit and are the same page.  Xavier Johnson tweeted today that he would be making his decision soon and ut was filled with replies from IU fans.  Would assume that he would be committing to IU.

[Bowhunter]

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Bottom tweet is from Xavier Johnson yesterday;  top is from Trayce Jackson-Davis today.  Might just be me, but the wording being so similar definitely makes it seem like Johnson and Jackson-Davis have been in contact quite a bit and are the same page.  Xavier Johnson tweeted today that he would be making his decision soon and ut was filled with replies from IU fans.  Would assume that he would be committing to IU.

So do you think that’s Al’s replacement or Lander/Franklin?


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[RaceToTheTop]

2 minutes ago, Bowhunter said:

So do you think that’s Al’s replacement or Lander/Franklin?


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I wouldn't bet on anything until we know what roster we have.  In a 4 in, 1 out offense, there is definitely flexibility.  We know we have to replace Al's minutes and IF Race transfers, we have to fill his minutes.  Jerome Hunter will likely pick minutes up.  TJD said that he felt Brunk was coming back -- my assumption is that Brunk will play to give TJD a rest or if he's in foul trouble, but I don't see how they would play together in a 4 in, 1 out.  Stewart is definitely going to get his time on the court, if Johnson comes he's definitely getting his minutes.  

If we start getting guys transferring to IU plus guys recommitting, then Woodson is in the enviable position of distributing minutes instead of trying to find guys to put on the court.

[Brass Cannon]

3 minutes ago, brumdog45 said:

I wouldn't bet on anything until we know what roster we have.  In a 4 in, 1 out offense, there is definitely flexibility.  We know we have to replace Al's minutes and IF Race transfers, we have to fill his minutes.  Jerome Hunter will likely pick minutes up.  TJD said that he felt Brunk was coming back -- my assumption is that Brunk will play to give TJD a rest or if he's in foul trouble, but I don't see how they would play together in a 4 in, 1 out.  Stewart is definitely going to get his time on the court, if Johnson comes he's definitely getting his minutes.  

If we start getting guys transferring to IU plus guys recommitting, then Woodson is in the enviable position of distributing minutes instead of trying to find guys to put on the court.

It’s going to be awesome to not have to rely on a freshmen for the first time in years 

[Chris007]

18 minutes ago, brumdog45 said:

I wouldn't bet on anything until we know what roster we have.  In a 4 in, 1 out offense, there is definitely flexibility.  We know we have to replace Al's minutes and IF Race transfers, we have to fill his minutes.  Jerome Hunter will likely pick minutes up.  TJD said that he felt Brunk was coming back -- my assumption is that Brunk will play to give TJD a rest or if he's in foul trouble, but I don't see how they would play together in a 4 in, 1 out.  Stewart is definitely going to get his time on the court, if Johnson comes he's definitely getting his minutes.  

If we start getting guys transferring to IU plus guys recommitting, then Woodson is in the enviable position of distributing minutes instead of trying to find guys to put on the court.

Wonder what Leal & Galloway think with players coming in? I know they are team players and will get minutes but it seems we are getting a talent upgrade. 

[Alford Bailey]

Absolutely huge to get TJD back. A potential POY in the conference who nearly averaged 20 and 10 last year and you know CMW is gonna work on his weaknesses.

[HoosierKnight]

10 minutes ago, Chris007 said:

Wonder what Leal & Galloway think with players coming in? I know they are team players and will get minutes but it seems we are getting a talent upgrade. 

Let’s say we get guys recommitting and bring in two starter/rotation (top 8) type players. You think Leal & Galloway would redshirt? They seem like IU guys all the way. 

[lillurk]

2 minutes ago, HoosierKnight said:

Let’s say we get guys recommitting and bring in two starter/rotation (top 8) type players. You think Leal & Galloway would redshirt? They seem like IU guys all the way. 

Probably no reason to — this past year was a “bonus” year so they already have a fifth year of eligibility if they want it

[DWB]

3 minutes ago, HoosierKnight said:

Let’s say we get guys recommitting and bring in two starter/rotation (top 8) type players. You think Leal & Galloway would redshirt? They seem like IU guys all the way. 

With the covid eligibility exemption, wouldn't they still get 4 years IF they red-shirted? (I'm not up on this technical stuff)

[IUCrazy2]

3 minutes ago, HoosierKnight said:

Let’s say we get guys recommitting and bring in two starter/rotation (top 8) type players. You think Leal & Galloway would redshirt? They seem like IU guys all the way. 

You are assuming they won't be able to improve and fight for a spot.

[Alford Bailey]

15 minutes ago, Chris007 said:

Wonder what Leal & Galloway think with players coming in? I know they are team players and will get minutes but it seems we are getting a talent upgrade. 

I could see a situation where it’s tough to find minutes for these two next year.

[HoosierKnight]

1 minute ago, IUCrazy2 said:

You are assuming they won't be able to improve and fight for a spot.

A hypothetical in which they wouldn’t be in the top 10 of the roster. Not a knock on them or anything. I really like both of them and think they can/will be big contributors in their last two years of college. 

[LamarCheeks]

Duncomb giving a shout-out to his soon-to-be big brother! 
 

 

[tyappleg]

36 minutes ago, Alford Bailey said:

I could see a situation where it’s tough to find minutes for these two next year.

I'd love to see Leal in an offense where he can let it fly.  He had some flashes this year but felt he wasn't really looking to shoot a lot.  Just to have a coach tell you if you get any space, take the shot would be a huge boost of confidence imo.

[rcbowla]

I just got to watch TJD's presser. 1st off there seemed to be an effort not to throw AM under the bus while at the same time I could certainly see his frustrations with AM's style and limitations on players. 2ndly I was going to root like hell for this particular team anyhow but now I'm going to also root like hell for TJD individually because I want him to be the best he can be and because he seems like a kid that gets what Indiana basketball is about. Trayce has a great head on his shoulders and seems to have fantastic influences in his life. Lastly I think Woodson is going to put a product in the floor that will be easy to watch and hopefully brings great success with it. TJD has a chance to leave exactly the legacy he wants this next year. Man I hope these guys come out and do something special because I can proudly get behind everyone in this program.

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[RaceToTheTop]

54 minutes ago, Chris007 said:

Wonder what Leal & Galloway think with players coming in? I know they are team players and will get minutes but it seems we are getting a talent upgrade. 

I think we need to let the dust settle first and see what players come back and what ones don't.  Durham's exit left 32 1/2 minutes open.  IF both Race and Geronimo transferred, that works out to another 34 1/2 minutes per game open,  Franklin and Lander?  We don't know.

Point is, at this point we are yet to have anyone transfer in for sure and haven't had anyone but Al leave for sure.  I expect if Leal can shoot, he's going to see the court.  Galloway will need to be better on the perimeter but he can guard multiple positions.  I'm expecting that IF we can retain enough players and bring in guys that are capable, the minutes will be there for the splits.  I'm not expecting the mainly seven man rotation and then everyone else just get a couple of spot minute time next year.

[RaceToTheTop]

Ultimately, let's not get too far ahead of ourselves talking about minutes.  It was just a couple of days ago when people were talking about needing to fill the rotation out with walk ons.

[LamarCheeks]

Absolutely loved this quote from TJD about Woody. 

"I sat down with him, and we talked a little bit. And I really liked him. But my parents were still dead-set on me going to the NBA. So I said, 'How 'bout you coming down, Dad, and give him a chance and see what he has to say?' So that's what we did. We had a two-hour conversation. And then my dad came out of the room. He said 'Give us five minutes.' So we left Coach Woodson's office and went into a little meeting room and he said, 'You're staying.' "

Not sure, but I would imagine TJD's family is doing OK -- so it was sorta surprising they were adamant that he turn pro.