go iu bb Posted July 26, 2022 Posted July 26, 2022 51 minutes ago, Brass Cannon said: This is not the list of a top 5 recruit. That was my first thought when I saw the list. Certainly not a normal lousy for a top 5 player at any position but certainly not one for a top 5 big. I had flashbacks to Lander's list which was not impressive for a 5* player. This case is a bit different with Duke and Kansas at least offering but I don't think they recruited him hard. I'm still not sold on him so I won't be very disappointed if he goes elsewhere. He's killing it in AAU games but still didn't have super impressive numbers this past HS season - which a 5* 6'11" who has range should be able to easily do. Quote
Brass Cannon Posted July 26, 2022 Posted July 26, 2022 43 minutes ago, Banksyrules said: If Woodson wants him, I’m fine with it. He knows potential when he sees it. Yep. Definitely feels like somebody else is our plan A. Quote
go iu bb Posted July 27, 2022 Posted July 27, 2022 2 crystal ball picks for MSU. 1 is from an MSU homer but the other is Travis Branham who gave it a 7 confidence. Stuhoo 1 Quote
Brass Cannon Posted July 27, 2022 Posted July 27, 2022 1 hour ago, go iu bb said: 2 crystal ball picks for MSU. 1 is from an MSU homer but the other is Travis Branham who gave it a 7 confidence. Interesting that it happens while we have another C on campus. Who knows though recruiting even crazier now with NIL Billingsley, thebigweave and ALASKA HOOSIER 3 Quote
Old Friend Posted July 27, 2022 Posted July 27, 2022 On 7/25/2022 at 2:33 PM, WayneFleekHoosier said: On potential he 100% percent is a one and done talent. On production, meh, not nearly as likely. He has been dominant in the circuit since the HS season with the free flowing offense of AAU type basketball. I don't think it will translate into a Jabari Smith type year IMO. But the scouts will love that he is the next Kevin Durant type player/frame/skillset. Is that true? Has he really been compared to Durant?? This kid isn't even close to Jaren Jackson, let alone Durant. Lots of hype, some obvious potential; but jeesh?? Kevin Durant?? No. Not even a relevant comparison except for the way they are physically built. I'm built like Quentin Nelson. But...... darB s'tI 1 Quote
Class of '66 Old Fart Posted July 27, 2022 Author Posted July 27, 2022 Jamie Shaw's convinced it's Sparty which isn't particularly shocking news. https://www.on3.com/news/intel-ranking-the-contenders-for-5-star-xavier-booker/ Quote
WayneFleekHoosier Posted July 28, 2022 Posted July 28, 2022 4 hours ago, Old Friend said: Is that true? Has he really been compared to Durant?? This kid isn't even close to Jaren Jackson, let alone Durant. Lots of hype, some obvious potential; but jeesh?? Kevin Durant?? No. Not even a relevant comparison except for the way they are physically built. I'm built like Quentin Nelson. But...... No, I’m saying he’s long and lanky, athletic, has soft hands and can shoot it. The scouts are naturally going to try to pigeon hole guys like that as the next KD. He’s had some REALLY impressive performances and some so-so stuff. Many have questioned his motor. I don’t think anyone actually believes he’s a KD but he’s got a similar physique and skill set. Quote
Hoosier Roots Posted July 28, 2022 Posted July 28, 2022 Safe to say this might not turn out well. We have fan pages arguing with Xavier's family members smh. Quote
Brass Cannon Posted July 28, 2022 Posted July 28, 2022 31 minutes ago, Hoosier Roots said: Safe to say this might not turn out well. We have fan pages arguing with Xavier's family members smh. Why people why. WayneFleekHoosier 1 Quote
Popular Post Stuhoo Posted July 28, 2022 Popular Post Posted July 28, 2022 Xavier Booker's family should also be aware that speculation by fans happens because fans care about what happens. The fact that fans care a lot? That is the foundation of all of the love, adulation, fame, and NIL/pro development associated with big time college basketball. Family back-and-forthing with fans that speculate is a losing battle and almost never a good idea, even when family doesn't like what some fans say. Class of '66 Old Fart, MikeRoberts, 94Bulldog and 11 others 14 Quote
Demo Posted July 28, 2022 Posted July 28, 2022 18 minutes ago, Stuhoo said: Xavier Booker's family should also be aware that the speculation by fans is because fans care about what happens. The fact that fans care a lot? That is the foundation of all of the love, adulation, fame, and NIL/pro development associated with big time college basketball. Family back-and-forthing with fans that speculate is a losing battle and almost never a good idea, even when family doesn't like what some fans say. This. Right. Here. lillurk 1 Quote
WayneFleekHoosier Posted July 28, 2022 Posted July 28, 2022 Yeah, the Xavier Booker to Indiana stuff is over. I moved on and I think the fanbase might as well too. People that know, know. Wish him success and move along, imo. Sent from my iPad using BtownBanners vemmeistars, ALASKA HOOSIER, MemphisHoosier and 1 other 4 Quote
MemphisHoosier Posted July 30, 2022 Posted July 30, 2022 1 minute ago, Uspshoosier said: Committing today at 2 Is Sparty the move here? Quote
WayneFleekHoosier Posted July 30, 2022 Posted July 30, 2022 Is Sparty the move here?Yes, indeed. Sent from my iPad using BtownBanners mobile app MemphisHoosier 1 Quote
Gnet550 Posted July 30, 2022 Posted July 30, 2022 3 minutes ago, MemphisHoosier said: Is Sparty the move here? All signs point to that MemphisHoosier 1 Quote
Brass Cannon Posted July 30, 2022 Posted July 30, 2022 How do you go from a top 10 to a decision in less than a week? go iu bb, bigrod, 94Bulldog and 1 other 4 Quote
WayneFleekHoosier Posted July 30, 2022 Posted July 30, 2022 How do you go from a top 10 to a decision in less than a week? This recruitment needs a 30 for 30 episode to find all the Tom Foolery.Sent from my iPad using BtownBanners mobile app Stuhoo, CSP, lillurk and 1 other 4 Quote
MemphisHoosier Posted July 30, 2022 Posted July 30, 2022 7 minutes ago, WayneFleekHoosier said: Yes, indeed. Sent from my iPad using BtownBanners mobile app In years past I may have been a bit perturbed about missing top in-state talent, see Furst, Kaufman, Guy, etc., but with Woody and staff on-board I know we will be fine. Separately, I have always wondered why the Kansas's, UNC's, Duke's, etc. of the world never really got involved in Booker's recruitment - odd for a guy who is trending to be a McDonalds AA. pumpfake and lillurk 2 Quote
Popular Post MikeRoberts Posted July 30, 2022 Popular Post Posted July 30, 2022 2 minutes ago, MemphisHoosier said: In years past I may have been a bit perturbed about missing top in-state talent, see Furst, Kaufman, Guy, etc., but with Woody and staff on-board I know we will be fine. Separately, I have always wondered why the Kansas's, UNC's, Duke's, etc. of the world never really got involved in Booker's recruitment - odd for a guy who is trending to be a McDonalds AA. Because he isn’t a lock to be great. He has all the tools but still hasn’t put it all together yet. he will no doubt be good but Duke, KU etc don’t need to gamble on “upside” they can go after other top 20 players that have already put it together and are more of a sure fire thing. I would have been excited for him to come to IU but hoping we get someone else that we are equally or more excited about thebigweave, lillurk, BtownStrength and 6 others 9 Quote
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