College Bball Thread

[X-Hoosier 529]

Why "huh?"

I'm not saying they ARE ready for the NBA; I'm saying that kids like the Harrisons , Marcus Teague, James Young etc. etc. are not on campus to be student athletes. They wish they were in the NBA right away even if they are not ready to be there. In any event, they have no business being on a college campus.

There isn't a single athlete who would choose school over making millions.

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[mdn82 25,510]

There isn't a single athlete who would choose school over making millions.

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Baseball players do it every year when drafted out of high school. They have options of millions and shoot it down.

[X-Hoosier 529]

Baseball players do it every year when drafted out of high school. They have options of millions and shoot it down.

Basketball players would not. There is a much different demographic when it comes to those players.

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[Stuhoo 81,057]

9 minutes ago, X-Hoosier said:

There isn't a single athlete who would choose school over making millions.

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Dunn eventually picked himself back up, both from the injury that threatened to derail his NBA career and from his shattered personal life. He won Big East Defensive Player of the Year and Player of the Year in 2014-15 after averaging 15.6 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 7.5 assists per game.
 

He declared for the draft that year, but didn’t hire an agent and ultimately returned to Providence.

“I think my decision was best for me and my family, and I think I really did improve this year,” Dunn said. “What made [the decision] so special is they allowed me to make my own choice. I could have easily went to go get the money and impact my family right away, but I wanted to do the right thing for me. Just to have that support, and having your back and allowing you to make that decision, and allowing you to learn from your decision, it was great.”

Beyond improving on the basketball court, beyond winning a game in the NCAA tournament, Dunn wanted to set an example by getting his degree.

“It was really important. That’s something nobody can take away,” Dunn said. “I was doing it because I’ve been putting a lot of work into my education. I’ve been at Providence College for four years, and I was at both summer sessions.

“I was putting all that time into the education and trying to be a good role model to my family. Trying to be a good role model for my sisters. They don’t play sports, and I wanted to show them that sports aren’t everything. You can still be successful in the other side of the world.”

[Stuhoo 81,057]

7 minutes ago, X-Hoosier said:

Basketball players would not. There is a much different demographic when it comes to those players.

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Bryant wanted to hang out with his teammates and enjoy the big-man-on-big-campus college spring season because, while the lure of pro riches is strong, there’s a lot to be said for life outside the real world. And you’d better believe pro basketball is rim-rocking real.

"I thought, I love playing under Coach (Tom) Crean and playing with my guys,” Bryant said during Wednesday’s IU alumni gathering at Huber’s Wineries in southeastern Indiana. “I knew the key things I needed to get better at, so I thought I’d take that time to work on the things I needed to get better at, then go home and return to IU ready for the summer.”

Bryant projected as a possible first-round pick, perhaps even a lottery selection. As a freshman, he averaged 11.9 points and 5.8 rebounds. He shot nearly 70 percent from the field and was three-for-three in double-figure scoring games in the NCAA tourney, including an impressive 19 points in the Kentucky win.

Still, the first round means guaranteed millions of dollars, so not just passing on the draft, but also on the chance to work out with NBA teams, participate in the NBA Combine and receive input from NBA coaches, scouts and others was a significant decision for this former McDonald’s All-America.

After all, 117 underclassmen did declare for the draft, and if most returned to school, all got a thorough evaluation from NBA officials.

“I talked to my parents, I talked to my coaches, the coaching staff and I talked to a couple of other people that are close to me to help me with this process,” he said. “The best decision for me was to just return. It was my decision to not test the waters. I wanted to stay here and be with my teammates, the coaching staff and get better.”

[mdn82 25,510]

Basketball players would not. There is a much different demographic when it comes to those players.

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You said, "any athlete." That's just not true even in basketball.

[X-Hoosier 529]

You said, "any athlete." That's just not true even in basketball.

I shouldn't have said any making all. But a good amount would and you know that. Where they came from has a big part in that decision. I wouldn't say Bryant came from a broken home.

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[Stuhoo 81,057]

8 minutes ago, X-Hoosier said:

I shouldn't have said any making all. But a good amount would and you know that. Where they came from has a big part in that decision. I wouldn't say Bryant came from a broken home.

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Wouldn't it just be easier to say: "I was wrong. Sorry guys!"

 

[X-Hoosier 529]

 

Wouldn't it just be easier to say: "I was wrong. Sorry guys!"

 

Well I want necessarily wrong. And why I would I apologize? Did I hurt anyone's feelings?

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Back on topic:

College basketball...yay!

 

[HoosierAloha 30,068]

Make bold statement then walk it back... Where have I seen this script?

I get kids leaving after one year to provide for their family. I can't argue whether it's right or wrong but I don't have to agree with it.

I wish we could bottle Bryant's personality and maturity up. That kid just oozes potential and leadership qualities. He'd be on my short list to take into battle. Really hope he rubs off on everyone in the program and it becomes a foundation under Crean and Co.

[X-Hoosier 529]

Make bold statement then walk it back... Where have I seen this script?

I get kids leaving after one year to provide for their family. I can't argue whether it's right or wrong but I don't have to agree with it.

I wish we could bottle Bryant's personality and maturity up. That kid just oozes potential and leadership qualities. He'd be on my short list to take into battle. Really hope he rubs off on everyone in the program and it becomes a foundation under Crean and Co.

How could you not agree with a kid fulfilling his dream to take care of his family? That is the opportunity set in front of them. I will never understand bashing the one and done thing. You should be happy you even got to watch the talent in a college uniform.

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[mdn82 25,510]

Well I want necessarily wrong. And why I would I apologize? Did I hurt anyone's feelings?

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You weren't? Plus no you didn't.

[HoosierAloha 30,068]

How could you not agree with a kid fulfilling his dream to take care of his family? That is the opportunity set in front of them. I will never understand bashing the one and done thing. You should be happy you even got to watch the talent in a college uniform.

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Reread my post...

I understand kids leaving after one year to provide for their family. I actually think them providing for their families with God given talent is admiral.

I don't agree with the one and done rule. I believe there are better options out there that is better off for the NBA and CBB.

I'm quite certain I can understand and respect something while disagreeing with it but if not I'm sure you'll tell me.

[X-Hoosier 529]

Reread my post...

I understand kids leaving after one year to provide for their family. I actually think them providing for their families with God given talent is admiral.

I don't agree with the one and done rule. I believe there are better options out there that is better off for the NBA and CBB.

I'm quite certain I can understand and respect something while disagreeing with it but if not I'm sure you'll tell me.

You didn't say you didn't agree with the one and done rule.

"I get kids leaving after one year to provide for their family. I can't argue whether it's right or wrong but I don't have to agree it."

It is that wording. Makes it sound like you don't agree with them leaving to provide for their family.

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[Stuhoo 81,057]

5 minutes ago, X-Hoosier said:

You didn't say you didn't agree with the one and done rule.

"I get kids leaving after one year to provide for their family. I can't argue whether it's right or wrong but I don't have to agree it."

It is that wording. Makes it sound like you don't agree with them leaving to provide for their family.

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[mdn82 25,510]

Lmao. Sweet baby Jesus

[mdn82 25,510]

Blanket statement to sound like Skip Bayless

Proven wrong

Shifts argument to keep arguing

Repeat

[X-Hoosier 529]

Blanket statement to sound like Skip Bayless

Proven wrong

Shifts argument to keep arguing

Repeat

Good ol skip.

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