This was my thought initially and then I realized one of the few victory laps left for Hurley to take is to win a freshman-based championship in this era, essentially telling squid and scheyer to suck it
I see the point, but even under that scenario (assuming Liam, Solo, and Stewart all go to the league) we would be returning two point guards (aidan and Ahmad), plus Ross and Abraham. That is a solid nucleus by which to anchor a young team
How do we know this? I understand they’re different players, but it doesn’t make sense that Hurley would only be recruiting 2 guys for 2 spots if he was adamant about bringing in two guys at the 4/5. He still may - but from my perspective he wanted to make sure he landed one of them, and if we get two, that’s just gravy.
This reasoning suggests that getting Mullins would create a Final Four problem.
I think if he does not take Bundalo it will be to leave space for a veteran or 2 in transfer portal to compliment the outstanding youth and maximize chance to win number 8
Interesting thoughts but doesn't seem like the kind of motivation Dan Hurley has consistently stressed in his culture formation.
It’s Connecticut after all.
Yup. Unless IU Vito Corleoned it with a bag offer Mullins can’t refuse in the last few days he should be coming. Haven’t seen many leans at all towards OSU, mainly toss up, would be curious to see where you’ve heard that and if before/after the Reibe commit.
Same: On3 has updated (when? dunno) to Ohio St 31%, Michigan St 22%, UNC 14%, UConn 12%: Niko Bundalo - Prolific Prep - Power Forward
And Tarris would also be back giving you an experienced 5 man to pair with Reibe. It wouldn't be the most experienced roster but you wouldnt be leaning on all freshmen;
Of the same camp of thinking. I don’t get the home town choice for a kid that is playing prep away from home. Too much risk there. He also has UNC and MSU left on his list, which would seem better options.
Not Niko. This guy, who sounds little redundant to Niko. Different players but also a 4.
"ghost"? what should he be doing daily in regards to his recruitment, he announced his top 4 Oct 9th.
He's not ghosting. He's very likely waiting on us.
There's usually more of a read on what's gonna happen by now, it's definitely strange.
Yeah not re-opening, likely narrowed his list with all this in mind. With the UConn commits it feels like they’ve spread them out so each one could have their individual time in the sun. My sense is we’ll find out what is going on with Niko latter half of week. If the congestion at UConn is an issue, my sense is he’s going to UNC if they’re willing to tap out on AJD(long shot anyway) and prioritize Niko.
