RJ Cole OV 5/9-5/11

[UConnStats]

 

[tcf15]

Make it rain

 

[DadBod24]

‘20-‘21 gonna be fun

 

[Hey Adrien!]

Some RJ Cole stats I found interesting:

* Cole either scored or assisted in 46.5% of Howard's FGs.

* Cole's FG/A ratio is exactly 1:1 (simplified from 218 fg made and 218 assists)

 

[StepbackCity]

 

[tcf15]

Alabama in the mix for coveted Howard transfer
“Right now, I haven’t decided which school I like the most,” Cole said. “I just know who’s been talking to me the most — UConn, Alabama and Arkansas’ been coming around, Seton Hall, schools like that. But I haven’t decided which school I like the most.”

In addition to meeting with Hodgson, Cole has also talked on the phone with Alabama head coach Nate Oats. And Oats will now have a chance to further try to sell Cole on joining the Tide when he’s in Tuscaloosa next week.

“It was a really good conversation (with Oats),” Cole said. “I like the type of coach he is and I’m looking forward to going on my visit.”

 

[6xChamps]

Alabama in the mix for coveted Howard transfer
“Right now, I haven’t decided which school I like the most,” Cole said. “I just know who’s been talking to me the most — UConn, Alabama and Arkansas’ been coming around, Seton Hall, schools like that. But I haven’t decided which school I like the most.”

In addition to meeting with Hodgson, Cole has also talked on the phone with Alabama head coach Nate Oats. And Oats will now have a chance to further try to sell Cole on joining the Tide when he’s in Tuscaloosa next week.

“It was a really good conversation (with Oats),” Cole said. “I like the type of coach he is and I’m looking forward to going on my visit.”

Hasn’t Hurley already met RJ and his parents? And Oates hasn’t met anyone in person yet? I think that helps?

 

[intlzncster]

Hasn’t Hurley already met RJ and his parents? And Oates hasn’t met anyone in person yet? I think that helps?

Kids love Oats. He's gonna clean up at Bama imo

 

[superjohn]

Kids love Oats. He's gonna clean up at Bama imo

Old people love oats.

 

[6xChamps]

Kids love Oats. He's gonna clean up at Bama imo

Yea I love Oats too. He’s a cool dude and a good coach.

 

[upstater]

I've met Oats. Sat next to him. He is a nice guy. But let's not pretend he has some magic powder here. He is no more/less likable than Hurley or others. Bama has always gotten good recruits for a reason.

 

[g_smith]

So if we land him he sits out a year and has 2 years eligibility left. While I think all signs point to him being a great guard, doesn’t it seem like he sits out 1 year, only to declare for the NBA after that one year? I mean he’s even testing the NBA waters right now. Am I missing something here?

 

[MDHuskFan]

So if we land him he sits out a year and has 2 years eligibility left. While I think all signs point to him being a great guard, doesn’t it seem like he sits out 1 year, only to declare for the NBA after that one year? I mean he’s even testing the NBA waters right now. Am I missing something here?

I get the comment but overall brand recognition, etc. If this kid went pro & got drafted, that’s better for the brand/future recruiting than some kid coming here for 4 years & nevr playing an NBA second

 

[Samoo]

Old people love oats.

Lambs eat oats, and goats eat oats, but little lambs eat ivy...

 

[g_smith]

I get the comment but overall brand recognition, etc. If this kid went pro & got drafted, that’s better for the brand/future recruiting than some kid coming here for 4 years & nevr playing an NBA second

Ah was not thinking of that. Sometimes I forget Drummond was technically a UConn program alum that’s crushing it in the NBA. Still I don’t like that we’re in a position where we have to do things like this for recruits. We still have strong name recognition. I want players who want to build us back up. Everyone knows that’s where all the fun and story is. I guess I’ll be happy if we land him but a freshman big man would do so much more.

 

[auror]

RJ Cole isn't on draft radars yet, and won't be after sitting out a year.

 

[g_smith]

RJ Cole isn't on draft radars yet, and won't be after sitting out a year.

So you think Hurley sees 2 years - even if he has a blowup year 1?

 

[CL82]

So if we land him he sits out a year and has 2 years eligibility left. While I think all signs point to him being a great guard, doesn’t it seem like he sits out 1 year, only to declare for the NBA after that one year? I mean he’s even testing the NBA waters right now. Am I missing something here?

Why not just to the NBA now then. Why wait a year at all?

 

[auror]

So you think Hurley sees 2 years - even if he has a blowup year 1?

If he has a blowup year enough to get draft buzz when Sid is a junior, Polley senior, Carlton senior, Bouk/Akok/Gaffney are sophomores.... I think we'll sign up for investing a blank scholarship for a year for just that hype year and no 2nd. You're talkng Sweet 16 at a minimum to get that kind of pub. (Leaving out senior Gilbert because if Cole is blowing up that hard, likely means Gilbert left after graduating next year.)

 

[NJHoops]

The article is from an Alabama source and so it makes sense that it highlights the Bama perspective. Nate Oats and Hurley are actually really good friends and run programs the right way. If it comes down to those two, Cole can’t go wrong with either one. The St. Anthony connection gets them a visit but isn’t a lock. I hope he doesn’t, but Cole may want to expand his basketball experience.

 

[dennismenace]

Old people love oats.

I'm old and oats give me gas.

 

[Chief00]

Yes, the grind continues and flood alerts are in the news.

 

[djct1999]

Yes, the grind continues and flood alerts are in the news.

But I heard the rain may clear up sooner than expected and the dam will hold. Honestly, I am a fan of Chief. But we have at least 1 scholarship available and its almost May. Of course, some one will sign. You need to be more specific.

 

[Chief00]

But I heard the rain may clear up sooner than expected and the dam will hold. Honestly, I am a fan of Chief. But we have at least 1 scholarship available and its almost May. Of course, some one will sign. You need to be more specific.

Keep the faith - I know the knives are out and Zion has pronounced the dam sealed. Campus looks beautiful this time of year. The grind will pay off soon.

 

[tcf15]

Ranking the Best Transfers in College Basketball This Offseason - Stadium
4) R.J. Cole, 6-1, 185, PG, Soph., Howard
Stats: 21.4 ppg, 6.4 apg, 4.1 rpg, 39% 3-pointers
Scout’s take: “Dynamic all-around guard who can dominate the game by scoring, passing and on defense. Was terrific — and the scary part is he can get a lot better.”
Schools: Alabama (5-1), UConn (5-9), Murray State, Notre Dame, Seton Hall, Colorado State, Pittsburgh, Butler, Boston College, Washington State, Stanford, Oklahoma State, Virginia Tech, Arkansas, St. John’s