Memphis has 3 scholarships left

[cap10dingus]

A few people have asked but I didn't see the answer posted.

Five-star Memphis basketball target R.J. Hampton reclassifies to 2019

Memphis has three available scholarships remaining for next season with the departure of Antwann Jones and Victor Enoh. The Tigers are also in the mix for five-star players Precious Achiuwa and Trendon Watford.

 

[ucawn]

Yeah and Lester Quinones I think but I haven’t followed him too closely

 

[MemphisBlues]

In a Forbes article published yesterday and written by Adam Zagoria Penny said that Memphis has four scholarships available for 2019

 

[HawkHusky]

Duke allows Boogie Ellis (combo guard, #34 overall) out of his LOI. Looks like he may be headed to Memphis.

 

[cap10dingus]

maybe if precious waits long enough he ends up with one choice!

 

[UConnStats]

He’d be huge. IMO more ready than Achiuwa, Jeffries, and Watford to make an impact from game 1.

 

[huskyfan224]

I just saw UNC picked up 2 grad transfers as well, are they done now?

 

[Dabutlerdidit]

If Boogie goes to Memphis, what’s that mean for Lester.... and consequently PA?

 

[Drew]

Could Memphis really sign three or four of the best remaining recruits, plus a top grad transfer? Yes

This could be a pivotal month for the Memphis basketball program. The Tigers are involved with the No. 7, 14, 26 and 62nd-ranked players in the nation, according to 247Sports rankings, as well as one of the best graduate transfers. Here’s what I’m hearing about those recruitments and the program...

theathletic.com

First, let’s begin with the current roster. The Tigers have three available scholarships, but that number should soon grow by one. David Wingett Jr., a gifted shooter who was injured during his entire freshman season, is expected to transfer in the coming days. As of Wednesday morning, he was not in the transfer portal, but he’s back home in Winnebago, Neb. Given the prospects Memphis is involved with, it’s increasingly hard to see Wingett getting any minutes next season. A transfer would give him a fresh opportunity and free up a valuable fourth scholarship for the Tigers.

 

[UconnU]

Memphis is going to be LOADED holy crap.

 

[superjohn]

Memphis is clearing out all the players who are taking up scholarships to add much better players to the roster, something many on our board don't want Hurley to do.

 

[Dream Jobbed 2.0]

Could Memphis really sign three or four of the best remaining recruits, plus a top grad transfer? Yes

This could be a pivotal month for the Memphis basketball program. The Tigers are involved with the No. 7, 14, 26 and 62nd-ranked players in the nation, according to 247Sports rankings, as well as one of the best graduate transfers. Here’s what I’m hearing about those recruitments and the program...

theathletic.com

First, let’s begin with the current roster. The Tigers have three available scholarships, but that number should soon grow by one. David Wingett Jr., a gifted shooter who was injured during his entire freshman season, is expected to transfer in the coming days. As of Wednesday morning, he was not in the transfer portal, but he’s back home in Winnebago, Neb. Given the prospects Memphis is involved with, it’s increasingly hard to see Wingett getting any minutes next season. A transfer would give him a fresh opportunity and free up a valuable fourth scholarship for the Tigers.

Wingett is better than Precious and pretty much every other player ever though.

 

[AfgHusky15]

Memphis is clearing out all the players who are taking up scholarships to add much better players to the roster, something many on our board don't want Hurley to do.

Because Hurley himself does not want to push out players who want to be here. We trust Hurley's judgment and experience in building a program the right way more so than your opinion.

 

[Hoophound]

Let’s make a spot for Wingett. It’s always been meant to be.

 

[McLovin]

Memphis is clearing out all the players who are taking up scholarships to add much better players to the roster, something many on our board don't want Hurley to do.

Clear spots and get who? Precious has a spot and the other top grade talent in this class isn't on our radars. Hurley has a plan. You yourself have said on here many times that this rebuild will be a multi-year process. Let's let him establish a strong base for this program with his culture and the talent will follow (it's already coming).

Let's see not only how Memphis does next year, but if they can build a successful program for the long run. We know Hurley can build a program for the long run, and it starts with establishing a strong team culture. If his method isn't broke, no need to fix it. Patience. Patience. Patience.

 

[NJHusky]

must be the ribs

 

[Dabutlerdidit]

Penny = assembling a team for next year
Danny = rebuilding a program for the future

 

[McLovin]

Penny = assembling a team for next year
Danny = rebuilding a program for the future

Exactly

 

[UofCT]

Memphis is going to be LOADED holy crap.

+6000

 

[Huskyforlife]

+6000

Has a first time coach ever won a championship?

 

[UofCT]

Has a first time coach ever won a championship?

Michigan coach in 89?

 

[Jbirdp5]

Has a first time coach ever won a championship?

Will be a second year coach just like Ollie

 

[MemphisBlues]

Penny = assembling a team for next year
Danny = rebuilding a program for the future

Right now the only player on our team that's one and done is Wiseman. If we add Precious that's two. I don't think Boogie Ellis is a one-and-done player. If we get RJ Hampton that would be three but I don't see RJ coming if we get Boogie, Lester Quinones, and Rajaon Tucker (grad transfer). I think they stick with Lester because he may also bring Precious. We will see shortly, Lester is scheduled to announce and sign May 10th. So we will have a couple a one-and-done players I hope and the rest will be multi-year. Short-term and long-term building as I see it.

 

[SoFla Steve]

I'm afraid scholarships aren't going to be a problem for Memphis. Last week, Penny said he had four scholarships remaining. It's been long rumored that David Wingett is transferring which would free up the 4th. Also, Penny's son holds a BB scholarship. I've read that Penny's children can attend Memphis tuition-free (and he must have big bucks anyway) so in a pinch he could come up with a 5th scholly.

With four players already committed, even with one-and-dones, would you want a class size of 7-9 freshmen?!

 

[mauconnfan]

Right now the only player on our team that's one and done is Wiseman. If we add Precious that's two. I don't think Boogie Ellis is a one-and-done player. If we get RJ Hampton that would be three but I don't see RJ coming if we get Boogie, Lester Quinones, and Rajaon Tucker (grad transfer). I think they stick with Lester because he may also bring Precious. We will see shortly, Lester is scheduled to announce and sign May 10th. So we will have a couple a one-and-done players I hope and the rest will be multi-year. Short-term and long-term building as I see it.

Some really nice players could be a very good team. Some really unhappy players who will transfer also, he will tend to be Calipari for a while then realize maybe it's nice to bring kids in who get experience, stay so they can actually win a title. For now scary team, but scary team to coach to in so many ways. Kids don't go there to red shirt and play 8 minutes and some will. And those that you hope will stay will leave when you recruit over them. Hey I'm jealous in many ways of the talent but I prefer the way Hurley will get it done hopefully.