So what do we do now with the two scholarships? Any names?
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actually, not going to write off Cam just yet
probably not likely but you never know
probably not likely but you never know
I don't know what is going to happen but what ever it is, I like it.
As I mentioned in a different thread, I hope that they are used on 2 low rated, hard working kids that will be more than content to not see meaningful minutes until their JR year after having practiced against NBA talent every day for a couple years.
As a JR/SR, I'd hope for Willis/Hawkins contribution from both, but would be more than happy to see 1 of the 2 turn into that kind of player while seeing the other transfer out.
Hawkins and Willis's leadership last year was invaluable. I think Cal should always have a JR/SR on the team, even if his talent level doesn't meet the others, for experience.
We have Tai this year and probably next year too. Now would be the time to recruit his successor who would be a JR the year after Tai leaves to help show all the FR what is expected and how things work.
I DEFINITELY do not think the player(s) need to be from Kentucky, that would be nice but completely unnecessary, just a couple lower rated 3* players that play hard, impress Cal in whatever way, and are not worried about seeing PT anytime soon. Find 2 such players for the last scholarships and hope at least 1 player sticks around.
If we end up with a Gerald Fitch and Ramon Harris type players, mission accomplished, IMO.
All in my completely worthless opinion as always.
As a JR/SR, I'd hope for Willis/Hawkins contribution from both, but would be more than happy to see 1 of the 2 turn into that kind of player while seeing the other transfer out.
Hawkins and Willis's leadership last year was invaluable. I think Cal should always have a JR/SR on the team, even if his talent level doesn't meet the others, for experience.
We have Tai this year and probably next year too. Now would be the time to recruit his successor who would be a JR the year after Tai leaves to help show all the FR what is expected and how things work.
I DEFINITELY do not think the player(s) need to be from Kentucky, that would be nice but completely unnecessary, just a couple lower rated 3* players that play hard, impress Cal in whatever way, and are not worried about seeing PT anytime soon. Find 2 such players for the last scholarships and hope at least 1 player sticks around.
If we end up with a Gerald Fitch and Ramon Harris type players, mission accomplished, IMO.
All in my completely worthless opinion as always.
While i would still take Johnson, if he chooses to come, i would bank the scholarship(s) for next year's loaded class. One concern I have is how many spots will be open next year. Not sure we have very many One&Dones this year.
Probably need to save them for next year. I'm not sure we have many one and done caliber players in this group and we have nobody graduating so scholarships are going to be at a premium for next year. With the talent level of the 2018 recruits, we need to make sure we have the scholarships for them. The only problem is if we don't have many one and done players then those recruits won't come here.
I've seen some mock draft sites list 3 or 4 of our guys as one and done lottery picks, but I don't know if I agree with that yet. Diallo is the only one we know for sure won't be back. Hopefully we don't lose more than about 3 players and that gives us 5 scholarships for next year as of right now. It would be nice to return a good group of players to build on for 2018.
First things first. Let's enjoy 2017 and win a championship. We are about due again.
I've seen some mock draft sites list 3 or 4 of our guys as one and done lottery picks, but I don't know if I agree with that yet. Diallo is the only one we know for sure won't be back. Hopefully we don't lose more than about 3 players and that gives us 5 scholarships for next year as of right now. It would be nice to return a good group of players to build on for 2018.
First things first. Let's enjoy 2017 and win a championship. We are about due again.
Go get Bagley to reclassify
I am afraid this is the only way he'll be on a college court in his lifetime, sadly. Dude is a freaking monster.
Worried about scholarships next year?
If we're hurting for scholarships that means UK probably has an incredible team next year. Diallo is likely gone, as are probably at least 2 other players. Combine that with the 2 spots, there's already 5 rides for next year. Now, if you're going to take a guy like Johnson, go for it, he would be a welcome addition for 2 years.
If we're hurting for scholarships that means UK probably has an incredible team next year. Diallo is likely gone, as are probably at least 2 other players. Combine that with the 2 spots, there's already 5 rides for next year. Now, if you're going to take a guy like Johnson, go for it, he would be a welcome addition for 2 years.
I think it's obvious to save both schollies for next season's class. It is unclear who will play themselves into a draft position so having 2 available helps fill positions of need. As of right now, any added recruits to this roster could cause logjam. Save both and use them on a loaded 2018 class with whoever else declares. This way we have the opportunity to go after several rare upcoming talents without being restricted.
Any lower rated dudes out there now are not UK worthy, next year, the year after or the year after that. Your talking most likely walkon caliber
I think we save them for next year.
We have no SRs next year. We also likely will have fewer early leavers.
Green - nope, very rarely (I can't think of any) does a smallish pass first PG leave after 1 (or even 2) years.
Diallo - yes, I think that the decision was so tough for him this week shows he is OAD
Knox & Vanderbilt & Gabriel - maybe for each, not all 3, maybe not even 2, just depends on how they play
Washington - probably not, he is an undersized PF (for the NBA)
Richards - maybe
SKJ - probably not
SGA, Baker, Wynyard - no!!!
So I see us losing 3 (could be as few as 2 or as many as 4) next year.
We have no SRs next year. We also likely will have fewer early leavers.
Green - nope, very rarely (I can't think of any) does a smallish pass first PG leave after 1 (or even 2) years.
Diallo - yes, I think that the decision was so tough for him this week shows he is OAD
Knox & Vanderbilt & Gabriel - maybe for each, not all 3, maybe not even 2, just depends on how they play
Washington - probably not, he is an undersized PF (for the NBA)
Richards - maybe
SKJ - probably not
SGA, Baker, Wynyard - no!!!
So I see us losing 3 (could be as few as 2 or as many as 4) next year.
Yea I believe his age is going to allow him to go straight to the draft next year
Most years I would completely agree with ya but I don't know how many OADs are on this team and we will prolly need them for next year. So, I say hold on to them or give them to walk ones for the year.
I'd say nix the walks-on's....May get another mid-season addition...
Who's up for that NOW....
Holy participial phrase ending in a mass noun. Where do I sign?Go get Bagley to reclassify
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