He may transfer, not sure how many needed transfers we get if someone doesn't transfer considering 4 new incoming players.
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I think Milan is less likely to turn pro after last night's game. It revealed him to be essentially a stand-still shooter if he's open. He needs to work on improving his drive to the hoop and to get stronger so he can post up on occasion. He did improve his footwork on defense this year, but not sure if he'll ever attain the quickness needed to guard in the NBA. Still, there are roles for shooters in the NBA.
Have to get someone with a little pride in rebounding. Only 3 the had it night in and night out are graduating
Rolyns Aligbe is transferring from Southern Illinois. 6’9” and averages 7.5 rpg in 24.5 mpg while also shooting 35% from 3.
He would be at the top of my wish list
He would be at the top of my wish list
Most of the teams remaining have bigs who have size and can rebound. ISU got outrebounded 42-18 last night. We need someone who can move while eating up a lot of space.
After last last this is exactly what we need. Someone who can shoot free throws and rebound down low.
I think Toure rebounds pretty well.
Okay last night changed my mind here. If we recruit someone 5’9” after getting out-rebounded by 20 I’m going to lose it
We need a center or a power forward who can rebound. Blake does not add much down low to be honest. Love the guy. He just seems to have all the athletic ability but don't understand how to rebound or finish at the rim other than dunking.
So what are the thoughts on what we currently have outside the five rotation guys?
Mitchell is a forward that didn’t see the floor even after the injury and again while we got destroyed on the boards?
Williams, healthy is he a rotational guy?
Recruiting class. 2 bigs, 2 guards. Who stands out as the guy that can hit the ground running?
Mitchell is a forward that didn’t see the floor even after the injury and again while we got destroyed on the boards?
Williams, healthy is he a rotational guy?
Recruiting class. 2 bigs, 2 guards. Who stands out as the guy that can hit the ground running?
He got outplayed last night by a team with multiple bigs. Not having Jefferson to share the load down low was a huge issue. But Buchanan has made steady improvement this season and became a much better offensive player. Another offseason of strength footwork drills and I will be fine with him as the starting post next season.
It’s really hard to compete in these S16 games (unless you catch a break) without a rim protector and someone who can consistently create and get their own shot. You had to counter that issue with Milan having 20 points and everyone not missing FTs.
The one thing we don’t do on offense is spread the floor and move the ball well against athletic teams, but that is what it is.
The one thing we don’t do on offense is spread the floor and move the ball well against athletic teams, but that is what it is.
I would honestly be surprised if Mitchell is with us next year. Haven’t heard a peep yet on Williams but I’m going to bet he’s off the bench.
Christian Wiggins is the guy who stands out IMO. Strong, athletic shooter who was Minnesota’s Mr. Basketball.
Buchanan is a fantastic second guy that can get position and score when a primary guy draws the defense. He does not have the moves to be a primary. Maybe coach Green can develop that this offseason, but I have my doubts. If Pleta can develop those skills, Buchanan becomes a better player.
Right now we got one known open scholly. I expect at least one more to open.
If you're going to have Toure, Milan, and Buchanan on the court at the same time, the other two starters need to be very good at creating their own shot.
Quan Johnson is very good at creating his own shot.
For people concerned about getting a guy that's 5'9" not getting rebounds, our 6'8", 6'10" and 6'11" guys combined for 4 rebounds in 76 minutes last night. The rebounding problem begins with them.
If you're going to have Toure, Milan, and Buchanan on the court at the same time, the other two starters need to be very good at creating their own shot.
Quan Johnson is very good at creating his own shot.
For people concerned about getting a guy that's 5'9" not getting rebounds, our 6'8", 6'10" and 6'11" guys combined for 4 rebounds in 76 minutes last night. The rebounding problem begins with them.
He’s likely transferring out
Milan was really hampered by the lack of post offense. He benefitted all season from the defense being drawn to Jefferson. Without Jefferson, they were able to play the guards straight up with no help defense inside. That prevented him from getting shots.
Milan can’t create his own shot and coach Nate doesn’t do any favors running plays for him
Thanks that’s exactly what I was looking for. Basically we have seven but PF is for the most part void. Definitely need two there. Do either of the incoming bigs show forward skills?
