College Bball Thread

[Tasmanian Devil 1,616]

1 hour ago, LamarCheeks said:

I guess Franklin had left the door slightly open. He just shut it. 

He ain't gonna get drafted, though ... 
 

 

Sometimes it’s not just about getting drafted but starting the professional career - whether G League, Europe, etc. Coming back adds no value for him.

[ebridges24 2,446]

12 hours ago, Hardwood83 said:

So what is the plan. Enjoy the ambiance of West Laffy for another year then get a contract in Poland or Egypt? Or does he think he can improve his stock and slip into the 1st round?

Supposedly, he can shoot 3's pretty well, maybe he's going to try to show that this year. I'd give him 3's all day long rather than layups.

[RaceToTheTop 26,188]

Trilly Donovan tweeting that there has been a lot of chatter today about U Conn wanting to leave the Big East.

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1 hour ago, RaceToTheTop said:

Trilly Donovan tweeting that there has been a lot of chatter today about U Conn wanting to leave the Big East.

To go where? 

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36 minutes ago, Demo said:

To go where? 

Big 12 for football $. Seems like a bad move for hoops. If Calipari doesn't make it to the 2nd weekend, I could see Hurley replacing him at UK.

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5 hours ago, Demo said:

To go where? 

ACC would make sense but I don't think the ACC is looking to add at this point. 

But Pat Forde reported a couple of weeks ago that if the Big 12 fails to get to 14 to 16 teams by bringing in Pac 12 teams, U Conn is on their short list.

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1 hour ago, RaceToTheTop said:

ACC would make sense but I don't think the ACC is looking to add at this point. 

But Pat Forde reported a couple of weeks ago that if the Big 12 fails to get to 14 to 16 teams by bringing in Pac 12 teams, U Conn is on their short list.

That has to be correct. The ACC is struggling to stay together (8 teams have or recently had an interest in leaving. When that's the case, looking to expand wouldn't make sense. 

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[Stuhoo 81,535]

24 minutes ago, Demo said:

 

Well then … Kentucky basketball this week:

[Loaded Chicken Sandwich 8,708]

On 5/31/2023 at 10:44 PM, Hoosierfan1901 said:

Audige is staying the in draft

Probably a smart move. If I am a franchise, he's a perfect 2nd round prospect. As a Pacers/Heat fan... I'd take him on either. Great defender with great length who can play the 2 and 3 positions. I think he's a better prospect than a Bufkin(Jordan Poole 2.0).

[Tasmanian Devil 1,616]

On 5/31/2023 at 11:00 PM, Stuhoo said:

And their schedule will no longer include double plays against the entire bottom half of the conference. And it is unlikely that will go a second straight season without losing one minute to injuries..

F ‘em.

Might be your best post ever Stu

[HoosierHoopster 7,183]

On 5/31/2023 at 10:54 PM, LamarCheeks said:

I guess Franklin had left the door slightly open. He just shut it. 

He ain't gonna get drafted, though ... 
 

 

Timing is interesting. He was just working out with, as I recall, the Pacers, and I think some others. He may have been told he’s likely to be picked in the 2d, or it may be he’s going pro regardless and will see how the draft shakes out.

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26 minutes ago, HoosierHoopster said:

Timing is interesting. He was just working out with, as I recall, the Pacers, and I think some others. He may have been told he’s likely to be picked in the 2d, or it may be he’s going pro regardless and will see how the draft shakes out.

I don't think he's NBA caliber so more likely the latter than the former.

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3 hours ago, go iu bb said:

I don't think he's NBA caliber so more likely the latter than the former.

Could well be, just interesting timing. He’ll make a good living playing pro ball regardless. 

[Class of '66 Old Fart 85,250]

Rule changes effective with the 23-24 season.

https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/ncaa-approves-change-to-determining-block-or-charge-calls-and-other-rule-modifications-for-upcoming-season/?fbclid=IwAR0fH1TRTD3RmD4jM9H3cZmwS4Bx7sggqpyhhlPwDoZJjuLpDdwVbxhtSLI

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6 hours ago, Class of '66 Old Fart said:

Rule changes effective with the 23-24 season.

https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/ncaa-approves-change-to-determining-block-or-charge-calls-and-other-rule-modifications-for-upcoming-season/?fbclid=IwAR0fH1TRTD3RmD4jM9H3cZmwS4Bx7sggqpyhhlPwDoZJjuLpDdwVbxhtSLI

Need to get rid of the charge/block call all together.

[Scotty R 2,223]

2 minutes ago, Loaded Chicken Sandwich said:

Need to get rid of the charge/block call all together.

Why is that because that is part of defense.  If the defender is there in time and is set why should the offense he allowed to just roll over someone.

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2 minutes ago, Scotty R said:

Why is that because that is part of defense.  If the defender is there in time and is set why should the offense he allowed to just roll over someone.

Because it's a garbage bailout for bad defenses. To believe it's somehow a "good rule" to purposefully get in the way of another player to get ran over is foolish. Contest the shot or get out of the way. Freedom of movement is for everywhere on the court... Unless someone just randomly slides underneath someone to get ran over.

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51 minutes ago, Loaded Chicken Sandwich said:

Because it's a garbage bailout for bad defenses. To believe it's somehow a "good rule" to purposefully get in the way of another player to get ran over is foolish. Contest the shot or get out of the way. Freedom of movement is for everywhere on the court... Unless someone just randomly slides underneath someone to get ran over.

It has been part of the sports since the game was invented. It is a good defensive play and anyone who thinks otherwise don't understand the game. I am tired of people trying to change everything about the game that has made the game great. Why not teach today's player how to pull up and hit a jumper instead of trying to go all the way to the basket.

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8 minutes ago, Scotty R said:

It has been part of the sports since the game was invented. It is a good defensive play and anyone who thinks otherwise don't understand the game. I am tired of people trying to change everything about the game that has made the game great. Why not teach today's player how to pull up and hit a jumper instead of trying to go all the way to the basket.

Wanna bring back the peach baskets and no dribbling too? The game has to evolve and the charge/block is #1 worst call of the game. The absolute most inconsistent, most dangerous and absurd rule in the game. Get rid of it, you get a better product. Plain and simple.