That seems low to me. From the videos I've watched (granted they are highlights) it's hard for me to believe there can be 111 players better than him. But hey, what do I know...
Number 23 seems to be a theme. Not sure when this was updated, but they have us at 23rd overall recruiting class
https://basketballrecruiting.rivals.com/news/rivals-2017-basketball-team-rankings-update
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Overview: Wigginton is a big-time scorer who hails from Canada but has made his reputation at mighty Oak Hill on the high school level. Lewis is a tough and physical wing slasher while McNeill is a bouncy perimeter scorer and driver who has a big upside.
Isaiah Stokes fell like a rock, didn't he? I thought he was a Top 75 guy and he ended up at #139. I think he was even Top 60 on ESPN.
If he could make his way onto the floor for some extended minutes early in the season, to gain his confidence, it will be huge in his development and mindset going forward. The last thing you want to do is discourage him, because I really think he could be a very solid player for us down the line. But Prohm isn't the type of guy to just throw in a young guy just because. So it will be interesting to watch how that plays out.This. It probably won't happen right away, but McNeill's potential looks to be extremely high. Excited to watch him develop over the next few years.
I know a place that has room if Florida starts to have second thoughts.Isaiah Stokes fell like a rock, didn't he? I thought he was a Top 75 guy and he ended up at #139. I think he was even Top 60 on ESPN.
That's based on Young, right? That didn't make sense, but it's also a small sample. I don't think any of the four freshmen (with Lard) will need "just because" minutes though, they all bring enough to the table to merit immediate minutes. Regardless of rankings, all four have the upside to become impact guys.If he could make his way onto the floor for some extended minutes early in the season, to gain his confidence, it will be huge in his development and mindset going forward. The last thing you want to do is discourage him, because I really think he could be a very solid player for us down the line. But Prohm isn't the type of guy to just throw in a young guy just because. So it will be interesting to watch how that plays out.
Agreed, that all 4 have the ability to become impact guys. But if any of the 4 is going to have a lesser load this year, it is McNeill. And my point was more, I hope he pushes himself into the line-up so he gains some confidence. The last thing I want is for him to come in, sit almost all of the year, then end up transferring and becoming the stud we know he can be. I know I shouldn't be thinking he will transfer right now, but was just thinking out loud. I love the way he plays, and want him to be a great cyclone.Not that it matters, but what number was Lewis before?
I know a place that has room if Florida starts to have second thoughts.
That's based on Young, right? That didn't make sense, but it's also a small sample. I don't think any of the four freshmen (with Lard) will need "just because" minutes though, they all bring enough to the table to merit immediate minutes. Regardless of rankings, all four have the upside to become impact guys.
So Fizer, Brackins, Royce White, and Lindell Wigginton the only 5 stars to play for Iowa State?
Blue Ribbon or Bob Gibbons? Street and Smith?When did all of this "star" stuff start anyway? With ESPN?
I think Rivals has been doing it for a long time. If I remember correctly, we had one other 5 star that never made it to campus, or wasn't good at all.When did all of this "star" stuff start anyway? With ESPN?
Isaiah Stokes fell like a rock, didn't he? I thought he was a Top 75 guy and he ended up at #139. I think he was even Top 60 on ESPN.
Agreed, that all 4 have the ability to become impact guys. But if any of the 4 is going to have a lesser load this year, it is McNeill. And my point was more, I hope he pushes himself into the line-up so he gains some confidence. The last thing I want is for him to come in, sit almost all of the year, then end up transferring and becoming the stud we know he can be. I know I shouldn't be thinking he will transfer right now, but was just thinking out loud. I love the way he plays, and want him to be a great cyclone.
"Stud" could have been a different word. But put up solid numbers at a mm school. Sherron Dorsey-Walker had a fine career at Oakland, Clayton Custer averaged 11.5, 3 and 3 last year as a RS SO, Percy did alright after leaving. Idk why we are arguing about this, all I was saying I want him to see more minutes than the garbage time minutes, ala Long last year, and want him stay.Can you name anyone who transferred out and became a stud somewhere else post McDermott?
I think Rivals has been doing it for a long time. If I remember correctly, we had one other 5 star that never made it to campus, or wasn't good at all.