Last scholarship wish list

[Shark84]

With Muhammad transferring, that gives us one more scholarship. What type/position should we go after? Grad transfer, JC, HS, Guard, Wing, Post???? I'd like another 6'3-6'5 HS guard that we could red-shirt. What say you?

[MeanGreenTexan]

41 minutes ago, Shark84 said:

With Muhammad transferring, that gives us one more scholarship. What type/position should we go after? Grad transfer, JC, HS, Guard, Wing, Post???? I'd like another 6'3-6'5 HS guard that we could red-shirt. What say you?

We just brought in 2 high school Forwards and a JUCO G.   

With the departure of Draper and Gibson, that's A LOT of backcourt minutes we'll need to make up.   I think Jackson can step in there some.  I think Wise could even play some off the ball.  I think McBride will play a lot of minutes there, and maybe Rubin Jones will pick up some minutes off the ball as well. 

All that to say, ideally, we'd bring in another smooth-shooting JUCO SG like McBride that excels defensively... but really, I'll take the best available player regardless of position.

[GrandGreen]

I believe that NT has covered all bases and is in an enviable position to be very choosy. 

NT is already deep at the one and five.  The most difficult positions to fill.

This is a senior laden team, so I would go with a freshman or maybe a transfer with at least two years to play.

A stretch forward or another wing with potential to be a high scorer.   Obviously, with McCasland, they must be quick and play good defense. 

 

 

 

[Eagle71]

I don't care as long as he can earn minutes on the floor and can make his free throws!

[UNTLifer]

A big man, HS preferably, that can come in a learn behind Z. Simmons for one year and then take over.

[BillySee58]

4 minutes ago, UNTLifer said:

A big man, HS preferably, that can come in a learn behind Z. Simmons for one year and then take over.

Ousmane not sufficient for you in that regard?

[Cooley]

You bring in the best player available. There’s about 5 more scholarships available next year; as guys move on. No need to take a lesser talent to fill a position. Having said that, if equal in talent, I’d go big. WKU moves right back to the favorites role  next year with a healthy 7 ft lotto pick. Z. Simmons stays in foul trouble and another big would be needed in close games. 

[UNTLifer]

4 hours ago, BillySee58 said:

Ousmane not sufficient for you in that regard?

I guess I thought of Ousmane as more of a power forward and not a true post player.  

[Wag Tag]

I would bring in another DENG! That could contribute now!  

[emmitt01]

George Odufuwa 2.0

[BillySee58]

1 hour ago, UNTLifer said:

I guess I thought of Ousmane as more of a power forward and not a true post player.  

His size and game resemble the 5s Mccasland has played a lot more than the guys he has played at the 4

[NorthTexasSportsNetwork]

1 hour ago, UNTLifer said:

I guess I thought of Ousmane as more of a power forward and not a true post player.  

He’s way more of a post than a PF. I don’t know about his post moves, but he seems better around the rim but not as athletic as Geu. Hopefully he can finish he put ins

[Cooley]

 Mark Tikhonenko is available 

[Coach Andy Mac]

19 minutes ago, Cooley said:

 Mark Tikhonenko is available 

[GrandGreen]

1 hour ago, NorthTexasSportsNetwork said:

He’s way more of a post than a PF. I don’t know about his post moves, but he seems better around the rim but not as athletic as Geu. Hopefully he can finish he put ins

Geu was a very experienced grad transfer.  A freshman is not likely to take his place.  However, he could grow into a better player and be a factor for years. 

[BillySee58]

9 hours ago, GrandGreen said:

Geu was a very experienced grad transfer.  A freshman is not likely to take his place.  However, he could grow into a better player and be a factor for years. 

Thomas Bell actually played more minutes than Geu. If Bell takes over as the starter, Robinson and Ousmane could tag team to replace Geu’s minutes off the bench. Robinson taking Geu’s minutes at the 4 and Ousmane taking Geu’s minutes at the 5. Also could up Bell and Zach Simmons’ minutes to cover Geu’s minutes as well. None of the guys on the roster currently would be asked to replace Geu and his minutes by themselves.

Edited April 18, 2020 by BillySee58