SG Bruce Brown (Miami Commit)

[mauconnfan]

Brown is not Shabazz, but the situation is similar if he indeed reclassifies and joins the 2015 class under the radar (like Shabazz, ranked high in 2016, but wasn't expected to come early).

I saw him play live once in TX and I really liked what I saw - strong kid, ferocious competitor, very strong D, and good athleticism. I think the "re-fined" T-Sam comparison is somewhat accurate, but I look at him as being more of a sg than pg. He projects to be a much better scorer than T Sam and is far more athletic, he plays above the rim. He doesn't appear to the knockdown shooter we are looking for, but he would be a strong addition to this squad. I think he'd contirbute off the bench immediately next year.

I like the Dyson comparison from what I see also. His handle looks okay to me, not PG material but has something to work with for sure. As does his jumper, he will make shots.

 

[Rocktheworld]

Anyone have info on the timeline/process involved with reclassifying, if maybe we could start to figure out a general range of dates we can start looking for an announcement?

 

[mauconnfan]

Anyone have info on the timeline/process involved with reclassifying, if maybe we could start to figure out a general range of dates we can start looking for an announcement?

20 minutes I hear

 

[tcf15]

http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/ncb...ay-brown-considering-reclassification-to-2015

Brown, who publicly spoke about reclassifying for the first time last month, initially attributed the idea to his mother, Roberta Brown, who spoke with ESPN.com on Thursday.

“I’ve always said to him, since Day 1, that if he can do what needs to be done academically, then he could go,” she said, “He’s not a 17-year-old kid anymore, and he’s already mature for his age, but he needs to be ready academically and can’t take a second-hand seat, so he’s open to different options right now.”

Brown’s reclassification was originally linked to interest from UConn, which already holds a commitment from Jalen Adams (No. 24 in ESPN 100), a player who grew up in the same youth program as Brown and has common family ties as well. Indiana, VCU and Massachusetts have been visibly giving chase for Brown as well. Others, including Arizona, Texas Tech and Wake Forest are working hard to get involved.

The timing of the decision could come as soon as next month for Brown, who is planning to travel to Georgia to spend a week with his mother during a school break.

 

[KembaStepback]

Saw the same thing, TCF. Could be huge for us. Wonder where he'd rank in the 2015 class if he's top 60 in the 2016 class.

 

[huskiesnyc]

Let's wrap up with this class with Brown, Carter and that big guy from Greece

 

[KembaStepback]

Let's wrap up with this class with Brown, Carter and that big guy from Greece

Don't have enough scholarships to get everyone. We have at most 2 remaining. (assuming Amilo will not be a scholarship player next yr).

Personally I'd do Brown and the big man from Greece. (unless Stone breaks conventional wisdown and picks UConn)

 

[lange10]

Let's wrap up with this class with Brown, Carter and that big guy from Greece

Georgios Papagiannis | Greece

This name should be familiar to some recruiting diehards, as Papagiannis played at Westtown School in Pennsylvania and for Team Takeover on the AAU circuit before signing with Panathinaikos last June. Papagiannis has an option in his contract to return to the United States this summer for college – although sources have indicated it’s unlikely. The 7-footer was a top-50 prospect in America and has first-round ability despite putting up modest numbers in international competitions. He’s reportedly being recruited by Connecticut, St. John’s, Kentucky, Temple and Arizona.

 

[pnow15]

Can this kid shoot? Every shot was a lay up against rather lazy defense. Looks a lot like Sam Jr. Can't see where he is an improvement over Purvis. Can he shoot beyond two feet from the rim? A shooting guard has to be able to shoot the three ball. Traci Carter looks better. Can't see why Ollie would not play Adams as 2 with Carter or TSam at point. Add Purvis, TSam. Haven't even seen a pull up ten footer.
Any other tapes?

 

[Stainmaster]

Can this kid shoot? Every shot was a rather lay up against rather lazy defense. Looks a lot like Sam Jr. Can't see where he is an improvement over Purvis. Can he shoot beyond two feet from the rim? A shooting guard has to be able to shoot the three ball.
Any other tapes?

No, he can't shoot from outside two feet. He obviously missed that day at kiddie basketball.

 

[pnow15]

No, he can't shoot from outside two feet. He obviously missed that day at kiddie basketball.

I only saw the one minute tape. Caught the two minute tape and was much more impressed. Still would like to see more range. But he looked good on the two minute tape.

 

[David 76]

Wait, isn't Bruce Jenner reclassifying? Would Brown play for Geno?

Seriously, is he as good as Carter?

 

[UConNick]

Wait, isn't Bruce Jenner reclassifying? Would Brown play for Geno?

Seriously, is he as good as Carter?

IMO they're pretty tough to compare, because they are completely different players. Carter is a true point, while Brown is more of a slashing 2-guard. I guess if you were going to put them head to head on a top 100 list or something like that, I would say they are pretty even, but Carter addresses a pressing need (ball handling) directly.

 

[David 76]

Thanks. I agree Carter is more what we need and Brown is more what we have.

 

[Glastonhusky]

Don't have enough scholarships to get everyone. We have at most 2 remaining. (assuming Amilo will not be a scholarship player next yr).

Personally I'd do Brown and the big man from Greece. (unless Stone breaks conventional wisdown and picks UConn)

I caught part of KO's radio show this week, and someone asked what he was looking for next season in terms of recruits. KO answered that he was looking for a play maker and a big man. didn't give much detail but said they were looking here and abroad for a big man. Looks like he intends to fill the 2 remaining slots.

 

[rip7774]

Brown really does remind one of Dyson, strong finisher and nice elevation on his jumper. I think he would be impact guy at UConn early as dynamic fast break guy and good at creating shot in half court. Would love to get him although carter or Lovett is a huge need as a second point.

 

[Danzz]

Nice looking shot, plays D and he can finish after contact. Grab him.

 

[Danzz]

Brown really does remind one of Dyson, strong finisher and nice elevation on his jumper. I think he would be impact guy at UConn early as dynamic fast break guy and good at creating shot in half court. Would love to get him although carter or Lovett is a huge need as a second point.

We have the schollys-sign em all.

 

[azescobar]

Brown is a much better (elite) athlete and defender. Doesn't play point, but can handle the rock ok. I like his versatility over Carter's, but recognize that we could use additional ball handling/pg help.

My personal preference is Brown, because I think he and Jalen could wreak havoc together and there should be enough ball handling among the 4-5 guards. Jalen is also a combo guard, but he will be groomed to play point.

I don't think Carter is the desperate need everyone is making him out to be. Personally, I'd take the talent of Brown first.

 

[selles]

I don't think Carter is the desperate need everyone is making him out to be. Personally, I'd take the talent of Brown first.

Carter becomes a lot less of a need if TSam continues to step it up.

 

[mauconnfan]

Carter becomes a lot less of a need if TSam continues to step it up.

I still think many are putting too much into TSam's last few games, many of the minutes against zones. He's been better and solid I agree but still. We need another ball handler still I think. Hope I'm wrong.

 

[Matrim55]

I still think many are putting too much into TSam's last few games, many of the minutes against zones. He's been better and solid I agree but still. We need another ball handler still I think. Hope I'm wrong.

Let's not forget that DHam has also looked like a top-flight facilitator, and SamIIAm could/should come back healthy next year.

I wouldn't say no to Carter if he wanted to sign, but I don't think getting him to Gampel is crucial. Barring Stone or Pappagiannis, the two guys I'm most intrigued by are Brown and the German forward.

That said: whoever signs first.

 

[Matrim55]

Corey Evans - who had us on Enoch before anyone, and generally is well-regarded - thinks we're looking good on both Brown & Carter:

Corey Evans‏@coreyevans_10
@hedgedhusky think Brown decision will come in coming weeks. All depends on ability to qualify as a 15. Look good w/ both Brown & Carter

Any of the recruitniks around here hearing rumblings? Evans has picked us to get both Carter & Smith (clearly hedging his bets), but Brown is the big one IMO.

 

[Brochacho]

If we pick up Carter and Brown we will have 13 scholarship players. When is the last time we had that?

Brown would likely be our third top 100 recruit this class, since it seems certain he would crack it after reclassifying. I wonder if he won't count as a good get too since he is from New England?

 

[superjohn]

Corey Evans - who had us on Enoch before anyone, and generally is well-regarded - thinks we're looking good on both Brown & Carter:

Corey Evans‏@coreyevans_10
@hedgedhusky think Brown decision will come in coming weeks. All depends on ability to qualify as a 15. Look good w/ both Brown & Carter

Any of the recruitniks around here hearing rumblings? Evans has picked us to get both Carter & Smith (clearly hedging his bets), but Brown is the big one IMO.

Bruce Brown and Traci Carter for next year and things start to look very up around here but as stated, Bruce Brown won't count because he's from New England and is Jalen Adams cousin.

 

[ctchamps]

If we pick up Carter and Brown we will have 13 scholarship players. When is the last time we had that?

Brown would likely be our third top 100 recruit this class, since it seems certain he would crack it after reclassifying. I wonder if he won't count as a good get too since he is from New England?

Funny but recruiting fears diminish when the team does well and resurfaces when team struggles. We spin things a lot based on this.

A few years back there were women's posters questioning Geno's recruiting ability/philosophy when the team didn't make it to the final 4 three years in a row. 2005, 06 and 07. Only made it to the sweet sixteen and then elite 8 twice. The extent of the criticism was on par with what you read here this season.

Problem may not be with recruiting as much as it is with fans.

 

[Brochacho]

Bruce Brown and Traci Carter for next year and things start to look very up around here but as stated, Bruce Brown won't count because he's from New England and is Jalen Adams cousin.

Don't forget Carter doesn't count either. He may be a 4*, but he is not in the top 100. Probably isn't any good. Of course 5 of our 8 rotation guys who played against Kentucky weren't in the top 100, but still, you can't win with them.

 

[superjohn]

Don't forget Carter doesn't count either. He may be a 4*, but he is not in the top 100. Probably isn't any good. Of course 5 of our 8 rotation guys who played against Kentucky weren't in the top 100, but still, you can't win with them.

I just wish New England players counted because it seems like there are a million good ones nowadays.

 

[ctchamps]

I just wish New England players counted because it seems like there are a million good ones nowadays.

Not that it matters but I'm counting them.

 

[3uconn]

What I've been told on Brown is that the staff is talking with him and waiting to hear from him about whether he will move up to 2015 or stay in 2016. At that point they will decide to either make him a major target (2015) or stay on him as a plan B to some bigger names (2016).