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UconnFanNVa said:
I disagree. I think you put him with the right point guard and he can catch oops and back door cuts to the hoop for a ton of easy bucks in the NBA. I dont think he's starter material, but i think he can find a spot on a bench in the right system. Lucking out and getting into that system is the hard part, but i def think he can contribute at the pro level.
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The guy has trouble finishing plays at the rim in college dude.
 
If Purv wants to play in the NBA, which is all these ballers dream, I don't think that he is at that skill level in all areas now. I fully understand the age issue, but, without the overall game, age don't mean crap.
If he is going to be playing overseas for the $ there, another year at UConn isn't going to hurt him at this point. Many players who lingered in the D league for several years go overseas.
Would I like him back? Yes, but that is for my personal selfish reasons because with Purv back, this could be a very fine season. I feel that if he comes back, he will work with KO on the things he needs to give him the best shot at making the best run for Purv to get in the league. This will not do anything but help Purv, skill wise, in the long run.
The injury thing could bite any player at any time.
 
@gtcam I agree. If he wants to play in the NBA he should come back, but if he chooses to go make money playing ball right now that doesn't mean he is an idiot.
 
gtcam said:
If Purv wants to play in the NBA, which is all these ballers dream, I don't think that he is at that skill level in all areas now. I fully understand the age issue, but, without the overall game, age don't mean crap.
If he is going to be playing overseas for the $ there, another year at UConn isn't going to hurt him at this point. Many players who lingered in the D league for several years go overseas.
Would I like him back? Yes, but that is for my personal selfish reasons because with Purv back, this could be a very fine season. I feel that if he comes back, he will work with KO on the things he needs to give him the best shot at making the best run for Purv to get in the league. This will not do anything but help Purv, skill wise, in the long run.
The injury thing could bite any player at any time.
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Thank you for saying more eloquently what I was trying to say
 
7774 said:
The guy has trouble finishing plays at the rim in college dude.
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Thats taking people off of the dribble with a defense that has a chance to get in his way and bother his attack. I'm talking about running without the ball and getting a pick and roll pass ala Jason kidd and richard Jefferson. Jefferson was made to look way better than he was because of the pg he was playing with imo. I think Purvis would be great without the ball if he has a pg that can make that pass at just the right time where he can catch it and have a clear path to an uncontested dunk or layup.
 
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UconnFanNVa said:
I think Purvis would be great without the ball if he has a pg that can make that pass at just the right time where he can catch it and have a clear path to an uncontested dunk or layup.
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I'm pretty sure you just described a scenario in which every decent college basketball player would be great. I think the NBA wants players who can be great beyond having a point guard that can get them uncontested dunks or layups.

I don't even know what to say about the Richard Jefferson comparison.
 
7774 said:
I'm pretty sure you just described a scenario in which every decent college basketball player would be great. I think the NBA wants players who can be great beyond having a point guard that can get them uncontested dunks or layups.

I don't even know what to say about the Richard Jefferson comparison.
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Not trying to compare their games... more their slashing, ability to move without the ball and athleticism. We can agree to disagree. I personally dont think most players in the NCAA can look better in the NBA with a good pg... I think RP's skill set would work good slashing and in the open court with a pg that could get him the ball at the right time, thats all. But you are certainly entitled to your opinion.
 
I am sure not in the majority here (probably 1 out of 10,000 Boneyard posters here at the site)....and this will probably make me even less popular as a BY poster than I already am (and honestly that is VERY heartbreaking to say the least) BUT BUT BUT why wouldn't the majority of kids in the position Rodney is in right now take full inventory of their personal situation as a student athlete and try and evaluate ALL options including a Grad Transfer? With all the leverage coaches have to move on with short notice... in my opinion players in RP's position should be very patient when deciding their next move. I guess my point is of course we all like to preach the family aspect of our program ect ect...and the lasting benefits of such a thing BUT who is to say there might not be a better fit for Rodney Purvis at another college.

There is no question a very nice piece of the rotation next year could include Purvis. As a matter of fact the team is better with him than without him. Maybe the difference between winning 1 or 2 games in the NCAA Tournament or being ranked in the back half of the Top 25 next year for a good part of the season. If Purvis were to announce a Grad Transfer you have to think some interest would be there. I could be way off on my thoughts here but if it were me with one more year of eligibility that could potentially be used anywhere I would deliberate on that 1. UConn could very well be the ideal place to finish his career if he bypasses overseas. I hope he stays because we do need him BUT....

If this type of discussion is inappropriate please delete my post. My intentions are sincere. Anyways feel free to throw as many water balloons as you want at me.
 
BLUEDOGHOUSE said:
I am sure not in the majority here (probably 1 out of 10,000 Boneyard posters here at the site)....and this will probably make me even less popular as a BY poster than I already am (and honestly that is VERY heartbreaking to say the least) BUT BUT BUT why wouldn't the majority of kids in the position Rodney is in right now take full inventory of their personal situation as a student athlete and try and evaluate ALL options including a Grad Transfer? With all the leverage coaches have to move on with short notice... in my opinion players in RP's position should be very patient when deciding their next move. I guess my point is of course we all like to preach the family aspect of our program ect ect...and the lasting benefits of such a thing BUT who is to say there might not be a better fit for Rodney Purvis at another college.

There is no question a very nice piece of the rotation next year could include Purvis. As a matter of fact the team is better with him than without him. Maybe the difference between winning 1 or 2 games in the NCAA Tournament or being ranked in the back half of the Top 25 next year for a good part of the season. If Purvis were to announce a Grad Transfer you have to think some interest would be there. I could be way off on my thoughts here but if it were me with one more year of eligibility that could potentially be used anywhere I would deliberate on that 1. UConn could very well be the ideal place to finish his career if he bypasses overseas. I hope he stays because we do need him BUT....

If this type of discussion is inappropriate please delete my post. My intentions are sincere. Anyways feel free to throw as many water balloons as you want at me.
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What positives do you think he gets from transferring? He's getting huge minutes next year at UCONN and loves it here from all indications.
 
BLUEDOGHOUSE said:
I am sure not in the majority here (probably 1 out of 10,000 Boneyard posters here at the site)....and this will probably make me even less popular as a BY poster than I already am (and honestly that is VERY heartbreaking to say the least) BUT BUT BUT why wouldn't the majority of kids in the position Rodney is in right now take full inventory of their personal situation as a student athlete and try and evaluate ALL options including a Grad Transfer? With all the leverage coaches have to move on with short notice... in my opinion players in RP's position should be very patient when deciding their next move. I guess my point is of course we all like to preach the family aspect of our program ect ect...and the lasting benefits of such a thing BUT who is to say there might not be a better fit for Rodney Purvis at another college.

There is no question a very nice piece of the rotation next year could include Purvis. As a matter of fact the team is better with him than without him. Maybe the difference between winning 1 or 2 games in the NCAA Tournament or being ranked in the back half of the Top 25 next year for a good part of the season. If Purvis were to announce a Grad Transfer you have to think some interest would be there. I could be way off on my thoughts here but if it were me with one more year of eligibility that could potentially be used anywhere I would deliberate on that 1. UConn could very well be the ideal place to finish his career if he bypasses overseas. I hope he stays because we do need him BUT....

If this type of discussion is inappropriate please delete my post. My intentions are sincere. Anyways feel free to throw as many water balloons as you want at me.
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There is absolutely no chance Purvis transfers.
 
7774 said:
What positives do you think he gets from transferring? He's getting huge minutes next year at UCONN and loves it here from all indications.
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I don't know. Could it be analogous to buying a new house in a new neighborhood for a player in RP's position? In my opinion it is always easier for an extrovert to adapt to the social dynamics (team/campus life) of change. My assumption being that Rodney fits that profile. I am not saying leaving would be in his best interests. In my opinion not considering that option from a basketball perspective could be 1 he regrets. Operative words here "not considering". The overseas option more likely than not would be the more appealing route. It really is just me trying to put myself in his shoes as a 23 year old with options that I would never have again the rest of my life. I agree there have been no signs at all that he doesn't love everything about the UConn experience including the fans. Sometimes it is interesting to think about life in general and circumstances that are only before you once in a lifetime. That goes for any player or any coach. Sometimes I just think the loyalty concept is overrated. Not that I am on point even addressing loyalty in this context.
 
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BLUEDOGHOUSE said:
I don't know. Could it be analogous to buying a new house in a new neighborhood for a player in RP's position? In my opinion it is always easier for an extrovert to adapt to the social dynamics (team/campus life) of change. My assumption being that Rodney fits that profile. I am not saying leaving would be in his best interests. In my opinion not considering that option from a basketball perspective could be 1 he regrets. Operative words here "not considering". The overseas option more likely than not would be the more appealing route. It really is just me trying to put myself in his shoes as a 23 year old with options that I would never have again the rest of my life. I agree there have been no signs at all that he doesn't love everything about the UConn experience including the fans. Sometimes it is interesting to think about life in general and circumstances that are only before you once in a lifetime. That goes for any player or any coach. Sometimes I just think the loyalty concept is overrated. Not that I am on point even addressing loyalty in this context.
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If he transferred it wouldn't be to a school better than UConn. He won't get more playing time anywhere else than he will at UConn next year. He'll have to adapt to a new campus, new friends, new coaches, new basketball philosophy, and essentially be a freshman on a new campus.
 
BLUEDOGHOUSE said:
I don't know. Could it be analogous to buying a new house in a new neighborhood for a player in RP's position? In my opinion it is always easier for an extrovert to adapt to the social dynamics (team/campus life) of change. My assumption being that Rodney fits that profile. I am not saying leaving would be in his best interests. In my opinion not considering that option from a basketball perspective could be 1 he regrets. Operative words here "not considering". The overseas option more likely than not would be the more appealing route. It really is just me trying to put myself in his shoes as a 23 year old with options that I would never have again the rest of my life. I agree there have been no signs at all that he doesn't love everything about the UConn experience including the fans. Sometimes it is interesting to think about life in general and circumstances that are only before you once in a lifetime. That goes for any player or any coach. Sometimes I just think the loyalty concept is overrated. Not that I am on point even addressing loyalty in this context.
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I still can't figure out if you think there is a benefit to Purvis transferring, and what that benefit would be. And no, it's not analogous to buying a new house in a new neighborhood.
 
7774 said:
I still can't figure out if you think there is a benefit to Purvis transferring, and what that benefit would be. And no, it's not analogous to buying a new house in a new neighborhood.
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Fair enough....

The BY is a great college hoops message board. You guys do a great job. I hope we get a great RP next year. We most likely will.
 
I hope so as well. I have a fondness for all of the players and I hope that they are successful. But most of I, I am a fan of the UCONN team and I want them to be as successful as possible. RP could likely make about 100K playing overseas but that would mean nearly as much to me as UCONN making it to the sweet 16 with him vs. Earlier exit without him.
Deandre Daniels may have had a great time for a year in Australia. I would have much rather that UCONN made the tournament that year
 
This sounds like he's gone, maybe a follow-up too Tweet coming


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Rodney Purvis (@rpurvis44)
5/6/16, 10:46 AM
Time really times man, but it's well spent when its around great people. I love my coaches, teammates and peers so much. The State of CT has
 
He just said see you next season. He is coming back!

EDIT: then he deleted his tweet. I think he is coming back tho
 
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JSM1970 said:
This sounds like he's gone, maybe a follow-up too Tweet coming


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Rodney Purvis (@rpurvis44)
5/6/16, 10:46 AM
Time really times man, but it's well spent when its around great people. I love my coaches, teammates and peers so much. The State of CT has
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The next tweet was
Rodney Purvis @rpurvis44
embraced me. And I appreciate that. See you guys next season!!!!
Sincerely, Purv :telephone_receiver::sunglasses::stuck_out_tongue_winking_eye:

So, no.
 
Agreed, tried to edit and kept getting locked up



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JSM1970 said:
This sounds like he's gone, maybe a follow-up too Tweet coming


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Rodney Purvis (@rpurvis44)
5/6/16, 10:46 AM
Time really times man, but it's well spent when its around great people. I love my coaches, teammates and peers so much. The State of CT has
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RipCity said:
I'm going to preface this by saying I know how little this means and that I have no proof of anything, but...

A friend of mine is hooking up with Purvis and she asked him if he'll back back next year, and he said that he was coming back.

Obviously I won't be sold until he officially announces it, but this isn't a bad sign at least.
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So apparently the "hook-up" really had the inside scoop, as it's been announced Rodney is coming back for his Senior year. Good for Rodney, good for UConn, and presumably good for the "hook-up"!
 
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Coach J said:
So apparently the "hook-up" really had the inside scoop, as it's been announced Rodney is coming back for his Senior year. Good for Rodney, good for UConn, and presumably good for the "hook-up"!
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Well I guess the "Hoop-Up Lady" is a better source than the "Car Wash person". LOL!
 
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