College Bball Thread

[OliviaPope40 6,604]

My mom had the audacity to ask my dad and I who we wanted to win last night in the Purdue and Northwestern game really mom come on.

[Demo 20,407]

31 minutes ago, OliviaPope40 said:

My mom had the audacity to ask my dad and I who we wanted to win last night in the Purdue and Northwestern game really mom come on.

Since Dad won’t break it to you, I guess I have to:

She’s not your real Mother. Your real Mother does not ask that question.

[BleedCubbieBlue 1,395]

I saw this posted on TOS. If this doesn't raise questions about Big Ten officiating shenanigans, I don't know what will.

[Class of '66 Old Fart 85,386]

Coaching carousel update from Trilly and to the disappointment of many Woody is not on this list.

https://burnerball.com/february-coaching-carousel-breakdown/

[Class of '66 Old Fart 85,386]

Adam Finkelstein with a story on one-and-dones.  He places Mgbako in the category of should plan to return.

https://247sports.com/longformarticle/nba-basketball-nba-draft-college-basketball-one-and-done-jared-mccain-reed-sheppard-the-one-and-done-dilemma-examining-the-nba-aspirations-of-former-5-star-prospects-226455950/#2357068

Indiana’s Mackenzie Mgbako and Auburn’s Aden Holloway are both in similar positions. They’re starters and solid players, but neither are making a big enough splash to warrant any real NBA traction at this point.

[Stuhoo 81,710]

12 minutes ago, Class of '66 Old Fart said:

Adam Finkelstein with a story on one-and-dones.  He places Mgbako in the category of should plan to return.

https://247sports.com/longformarticle/nba-basketball-nba-draft-college-basketball-one-and-done-jared-mccain-reed-sheppard-the-one-and-done-dilemma-examining-the-nba-aspirations-of-former-5-star-prospects-226455950/#2357068

Indiana’s Mackenzie Mgbako and Auburn’s Aden Holloway are both in similar positions. They’re starters and solid players, but neither are making a big enough splash to warrant any real NBA traction at this point.

With Mack, Liam, and guard portal-ists, we should have plenty of shooting next year.

[Hornsby 2,190]

Adam Finkelstein with a story on one-and-dones.  He places Mgbako in the category of should plan to return.
https://247sports.com/longformarticle/nba-basketball-nba-draft-college-basketball-one-and-done-jared-mccain-reed-sheppard-the-one-and-done-dilemma-examining-the-nba-aspirations-of-former-5-star-prospects-226455950/#2357068
Indiana’s Mackenzie Mgbako and Auburn’s Aden Holloway are both in similar positions. They’re starters and solid players, but neither are making a big enough splash to warrant any real NBA traction at this point.

He clearly isn't ready for the NBA but that doesn't mean much honestly. If his heart is set on being one and done he will leave. I guess we shall see soon enough.

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[str8baller 5,498]

11 minutes ago, Stuhoo said:

With Mack, Liam, and guard portal-ists, we should have plenty of shooting next year.

With Mack Liam and Galloway we’re in the same position as last year, meaning Woody might opt for a couple post players in the portal. 

[Kentuckysucks 2,368]

56 minutes ago, Class of '66 Old Fart said:

Coaching carousel update from Trilly and to the disappointment of many Woody is not on this list.

https://burnerball.com/february-coaching-carousel-breakdown/

Mike Davis is on the list no surprise.  We always hire completely awful coaches outside of Sampson.  There is no curse and it's not the fans fault people.

[Loaded Chicken Sandwich 8,716]

57 minutes ago, Class of '66 Old Fart said:

Adam Finkelstein with a story on one-and-dones.  He places Mgbako in the category of should plan to return.

https://247sports.com/longformarticle/nba-basketball-nba-draft-college-basketball-one-and-done-jared-mccain-reed-sheppard-the-one-and-done-dilemma-examining-the-nba-aspirations-of-former-5-star-prospects-226455950/#2357068

Indiana’s Mackenzie Mgbako and Auburn’s Aden Holloway are both in similar positions. They’re starters and solid players, but neither are making a big enough splash to warrant any real NBA traction at this point.

There isn't a single freshman in the nation that is worth being a one and done.

[JF87 1,513]

14 hours ago, southsidehoosier said:

Was Josh Newkirk a CRC or CAM recruit

Crean leftover

[AZ Hoosier 7,552]

50 minutes ago, str8baller said:

With Mack Liam and Galloway we’re in the same position as last year, meaning Woody might opt for a couple post players in the portal. 

They darn well had better be guards who can lead, shoot and defend.

[Stuhoo 81,710]

1 hour ago, Hornsby said:

He clearly isn't ready for the NBA but that doesn't mean much honestly. If his heart is set on being one and done he will leave. I guess we shall see soon enough.

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Mack Mgbako is a sweet-natured kid from a great family that is financially secure and values education. If he's not wanting to ride around the country in a G-League bus he will be back. Therefore, it's likely that he'll be back.

Watching his body language on the bench and the way he was damn near the happiest kid in the locker room for Leal reminds me of why I'm glad he's a Hoosier. That, and the way he has developed during this season. Him and Malik last year have been exactly what five star freshmen (from our current roster) should be at IU; humble, developing their games, great teammates, and low ego.

[OliviaPope40 6,604]

8 hours ago, Demo said:

Since Dad won’t break it to you, I guess I have to:

She’s not your real Mother. Your real Mother does not ask that question.

She did last night at least she didn't ask the question of if I had choose Leal or Gallo right now that's a hard answer. 

Edited February 1, 2024 by OliviaPope40

[OliviaPope40 6,604]

For those who asked Tim Buckley is at South Carolina and Steve McClain is a special assistant at Texas. Another one is Chuck Martin who is an assistant for UK. 

Edited February 1, 2024 by OliviaPope40

[JF87 1,513]

1 hour ago, Class of '66 Old Fart said:

Coaching carousel update from Trilly and to the disappointment of many Woody is not on this list.

https://burnerball.com/february-coaching-carousel-breakdown/

Unless he retires for some health reason, Woody is most likely back next year.  That could change if the season tailspins, but I don't see that happening.  We have enough talent to compete with anyone.  However, imo Woody's system keeps us from getting over the hump.  Focusing too much on post play to the detriment of three-point shooting makes our margin for error exceptionally slim. Fourth or fifth place in the Big Ten is possible especially if we incorporate three-point offense into our game like we did Tuesday.   

Edited February 1, 2024 by JF87
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[AKHoosier 7,031]

19 minutes ago, Stuhoo said:

Mack Mgbako is a sweet-natured kid from a great family that is financially secure and values education. If he's not wanting to ride around the country in a G-League bus he will be back. Therefore, it's likely that he'll be back.

Watching his body language on the bench and the way he was damn near the happiest kid in the locker room for Leal reminds me of why I'm glad he's a Hoosier. That, and the way he has developed during this season. Him and Malik last year have been exactly what five star freshmen (from our current roster) should be at IU; humble, developing their games, great teammates, and low ego.

McKenzie back to college? Yes.

I'm just hoping it's not at another school.

Same with Malik.

[hoosierbgh 1,264]

33 minutes ago, AKHoosier said:

McKenzie back to college? Yes.

I'm just hoping it's not at another school.

Same with Malik.

I have no inside knowledge but I'd highly consider making a significant bet that all of the following happens before Malik transfers to a different school:

1. The IU fanbase unites behind and agrees upon a coach. 

2. Purdue wins a natty. 

3. BIG refs call at least one out of every 5 fouls Edey commits on him.

[Demo 20,407]

Sounds like Casey’s ready for Schertz to move on. Losing home and home to a guy will do that.

[HoosierHoopster 7,208]

5 hours ago, Stuhoo said:

Mack Mgbako is a sweet-natured kid from a great family that is financially secure and values education. If he's not wanting to ride around the country in a G-League bus he will be back. Therefore, it's likely that he'll be back.

Watching his body language on the bench and the way he was damn near the happiest kid in the locker room for Leal reminds me of why I'm glad he's a Hoosier. That, and the way he has developed during this season. Him and Malik last year have been exactly what five star freshmen (from our current roster) should be at IU; humble, developing their games, great teammates, and low ego.

I’ve been really big on Bako from day 1, it took him time to find his rhythm and he’s still having low percentage shooting games but the kid can shoot within actual actions and sets, hope to see more of the type of team 3-point shooting we saw against Iowa (20 +), since we’re now seeing an IU team that surprisingly is defending the arc in conf play, and has had some recent games shooting better volume effectively from outside, I’m just going to remain hopeful that’s a sign of Woodson getting to better use and defense of the arc — and Bako can thrive.