2020 Recruiting: Fatts Russell

[UconnMICK]

Here’s to hoping he finds his thrill on cemetery hill!

 

[husky429]

He's a junior. Considering summer classes and everythin, I'd say there's a decent shot he has the credits to get a degree in liberal arts or something.

You absolutely take him regardless though. Even if he has to sit. Priority recruit.

Stats vs. P5/ranked teams:

vs #7 Maryland: 5/2/4 1/8 FG 1/3 3 FG 2/4 FT 4 TO FT 3 STL
vs Alabama : 22/5/5 8/18 FG 1/4 3FG 5/5 FT 1 TO 4 STL
vs LSU: 26/4/8 8/16 FG 4/7 3FG 6/8 FT 1 TO 3 STL
vs WVU: 32/1/5 14/25 FG 3/4 3FG 1/1FT 3 TO 5 STL
vs Providence: 24/5/8 7/16 FG 4/5 3 FG 6/8 FT 5 TO 2 STL
vs #6 Dayton: 19/2/4 7/18 FG 1/5 3FG 4/7 FT 0 TO 2 STL
vs #3 Dayton: 9/4/4 2/13 FG 0/4 3 FG 5/6 FT 0 TO 2 STL

Averages:

19.6 PPG
3.3 RPG
5.4 APG
41 FG%
44% 3FG
74% (5.9 attempts per game!)
2.0 TO
3.0 STL

Just like with RJ, these stats are with him as the primary option on the team. The finishing at the rim needs to improve. But the ability to draw fouls, hit them, and shoot 3s is hard to complain about.

As a comparison to RJ I'd say he's obviously smaller and not as strong, but a similar shooter with the difficulty finishing at the rim. Fatts is probably a better passer and better defender. RJ is stronger and probably 20+lbs heavier.

Sign him up.

 

[Shine33]

Take this with a grain of salt, but I heard from a source that he's considering a transfer to Uconn. Maybe true if the one-time transfer rule goes into effect. Hurley recruit. Averaged 19/3/5 as a junior on 39% from the floor.

I’ll take it with a tablespoon of sugar. Salivating. Been wanting this kid to transfer here since DH left Rhode Island

 

[Dean Wormer]

Am I the only one who sees a lot of Ryan Boatright in this guy's game? Maybe not the hops, but all that quickness off the bounce? Wow.

 

[king conn]

Watching him this year, those misses came early in games. When it's crunch time this guy goes to another level

 

[superjohn]

I thought of this possibilty earlier in the year and then completely forgot about him.

This needs to happen. He is a big moment player. Other players and the crowd feed off his style of play.

 

[UconnU]

Correct me if I'm wrong but the last thing this team needs moving forward is a 5'10 guard who shoots 39% from the field. We have our guards for next year. Would rather have AG back tbh.

The kid averages 20 per game and leads the nation in steals. He can go to Kentucky if he wants. It’s the biggest no brainer.

 

[Pgh2Storrs]

I may be mistaken, but weren’t there rumblings that he considered following Dan here when he took the job? That week of the Hurley Sweepstakes was like a fever dream so maybe I’m remembering incorrectly but I vaguely recall that being a rumor.

In any event, yes please. If we swing this...my goodness we’re a deep, talented team on paper

 

[WhereistheDove?]

There's too many to post in a screenshot but if you look at advanced stats here he had his best season by far in all of the efficiency stats this past season

Fatts Russell College Stats | College Basketball at Sports-Reference.com

Fatts Russell - Stats, Game Logs, Splits, and much more

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3 steals per game and a 2-1 assist to turnover on top of it all.

 

[navery12]

It's a bit counterintuitive but I think this kid makes us a legit NCAA contender next year if he comes here

 

[husky429]

The kid averages 20 per game and leads the nation in steals. He can go to Kentucky if he wants. It’s the biggest no brainer.

Seriously. He won't be relies upon to take the last-second low % bail out shots--that'll be bouk. Hurley can unleash him on D and spotting up on Bouk drive and kicks

 

[navery12]

I may be mistaken, but weren’t there rumblings that he considered following Dan here when he took the job? That week of the Hurley Sweepstakes was like a fever dream so maybe I’m remembering incorrectly but I vaguely recall that being a rumor.

In any event, yes please. If we swing this...my goodness we’re a deep, talented team on paper

I don't think anything was legit but there were a lot of calls for Fatts to follow Hurley (Adams did instead) and some claims that Hurley wouldn't leave URI because of him

 

[RichZ]

On some of those catch and shoot 3s, he looked a little CV-esque. Made me smile a bit.

 

[gtcam]

If and only if AG doesn't return
The kid will want to take over and that will not mesh with Bouk IMHO
Gotta be careful with guys like this who are used to being the straw at one place walking into a place that is beginning to find itself
I'd rather get a BIG
not saying Fatts isn't good but may not be the best fit

 

[Huskybass]

Am I the only one who sees a lot of Ryan Boatright in this guy's game? Maybe not the hops, but all that quickness off the bounce? Wow.

Exactly. Lotta Boat in this kid's game. We would be so stacked at guard if he's able to transfer without having to sit. Genuinely psyched for this to happen.

 

[pj]

3 steals per game and a 2-1 assist to turnover on top of it all.

36% on 3s, 82% on FTs. You have to look pretty hard to find something to complain about.

 

[superjohn]

If and only if AG doesn't return
The kid will want to take over and that will not mesh with Bouk IMHO
Gotta be careful with guys like this who are used to being the straw at one place walking into a place that is beginning to find itself
I'd rather get a BIG
not saying Fatts isn't good but may not be the best fit

Please stop posting.

 

[Huskyforlife]

If and only if AG doesn't return
The kid will want to take over and that will not mesh with Bouk IMHO
Gotta be careful with guys like this who are used to being the straw at one place walking into a place that is beginning to find itself
I'd rather get a BIG
not saying Fatts isn't good but may not be the best fit

Something tells me Dan will get through to him.

 

[UconnU]

Hurley liked the IG post

Number 1 becomes available next year

We need ball handling, scoring and leadership. He needs more exposure.

This makes soo much sense guys...

 

[husky429]

About the concerns concerning too many dogs in the yard for this to work.

Coaches are aware of that. And you talk to kids about it when recruiting, even show them on tape what we need. No matter who is coming in. If Hurley makes the call, there is definitely a conversation about his role on the team needing to change, and seeing how bought in he could be with that. If he's willing to be option number 2,3, maybe 4 on any given night, but play against the best competition in the country, then sign him up. I'm sure Fatts knows that if he wants a long pro career he needs to be a high efficiency leader on the court. His style of play will need to change. Hurley gives him the best shot at that.

 

[husky429]

Fatts Russell 29 PTS 5 AST vs St Bonaventure Bonnies | A10 STAR!

#FattsRussell #RhodeIsland #NextOnesJeff Dowtin and Jacob Toppin wrapped back-to-back dunks around a steal and Rhode Island held off Saint Bonaventure 81-75 ...

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Fatts Russell Rhode Island 25 PTS 5 REBS vs Saint Joseph’s | 1,000 CAREER POINTS!

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[CTBasketball]

I would not push AG out for him. But if AG has moved on, then it would be a good move since we'd be down a guard.

 

[husky429]

Fatts Russell Rhode Island Rams vs West Virginia Mountaineers | Next Ones

https://www.nextones.com#FattsRussell #RhodeIsalndRams #NextOnesWest Virginia put their perfect record on the line, welcoming Rhode Island to the Coliseum Su...

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[formerlurker]

Here’s to hoping he finds his thrill on cemetery hill!

We used to drink beer, sunbathe and play frisbee there. But, we spent many more countless hours respectfully maintaining the area. Good times and I hope that balance still exists.

 

[BlueDogs]

His name alone makes him a keeper