Now we need

[albanycuse]

Another shooter with or without Swider back . We need a portal guy. We need more offense. We’re too dependent on offense from Joe and Cole. I hope the staff isn’t done bringing in players.

 

[OrangeDW]

Need a backup C too. Can we find a decent player with upside in the portal who would be ok with 10 mpg next year, and a starting role the following year?

Probably not because that’s exactly what Frank was, but….

 

[Trueblue25]

Need a forward that can handle the ball.

 

[TeamGlasses]

Need a backup C too. Can we find a decent player with upside in the portal who would be ok with 10 mpg next year, and a starting role the following year?

Probably not because that’s exactly what Frank was, but….

Yeah no way...Jesse is on his way to 30mpg...for sure. Carey and Ajak should suffice.

 

[Cuse_NYC]

Yeah no way...Jesse is on his way to 30mpg...for sure. Carey and Ajak should suffice.

Carey and Ajak should practice*

 

[dasher]

Okay, we are not bringing in another forward unless Cole leaves. Even then, JB isn't sure he wants to. The reason we got Mintz is Benny. And the reason that we still have Benny is because we aren't bringing in a portal forward to possible replace him. That isn't a guess. I wish we could. I wanted another forward until it was explained to me.

 

[OrangeDW]

Yeah no way...Jesse is on his way to 30mpg...for sure. Carey and Ajak should suffice.

In that case…. I hope Jesse can handle 37 mpg without foul trouble or wearing down.

 

[OrangeXtreme]

Okay, we are not bringing in another forward unless Cole leaves. Even then, JB isn't sure he wants to. The reason we got Mintz is Benny. and the reason that we still have Benny is because we aren't bringing in a portal forward to possible replace him. That isn't a guess. I wish we could. I wanted another forward until it was explained to me.

If Cole doesn't make his decision until May, won't the portal be picked over by then?

 

[tptcuse]

Okay, we are not bringing in another forward unless Cole leaves. Even then, JB isn't sure he wants to. The reason we got Mintz is Benny. and the reason that we still have Benny is because we aren't bringing in a portal forward to possible replace him. That isn't a guess. I wish we could. I wanted another forward until it was explained to me.

I don't understand the bolded part. What is the logic there?

 

[dasher]

If Cole doesn't make his decision until May, won't the portal be picked over by then?

I would think so. But we aren't going to tell him anything like decide now or we just move ahead. JB is willing (big mistake) to go with what we have if Cole leaves and we don't replace him.

 

[dasher]

I don't understand the bolded part. What is the logic there?

None that I can think of. I couldn't disagree with it more. I think the ass'ts disagree with it as well. We might replace him if he leaves but it is no sure thing.

 

[Briancuse]

I would think so. But we aren't going to tell him anything like decide now or we just move ahead. JB is willing (big mistake) to go with what we have if Cole leaves and we don't replace him.

It would be nice for him to decide somewhat quickly so we can replace him.

 

[dasher]

It would be nice for him to decide somewhat quickly so we can replace him.

Of course. But he is working on his schedule. Not ours.

 

[TeamGlasses]

In that case…. I hope Jesse can handle 37 mpg without foul trouble or wearing down.

Too many people think we need someone like Anselem, mcneil, watkins this season.

 

[Madbiker]

If we bring in another forward from the portal it wouldn't be to replace Benny. It's really to play the other forward opposite Benny (to replace Swider). This would be done only if Swider leaves. It shouldn't threaten Benny. The two freshmen would then be back-up depth.
The only reason I see not to do this is it would threaten Bunch and Brown's PT and make them unhappy and a flight risk.

 

[OrangeDW]

It would be nice for him to decide somewhat quickly so we can replace him.

I’d be in favor of bringing in a “Jimmy” level guy ASAP, who will actually come off the bench and play 15-18 mpg. The freshmen ’s can either sit for a year….or beat him out.

And gives insurance in case Cole leaves, so we aren’t left with only Benny and freshmen.

 

[dasher]

If we bring in another forward from the portal it wouldn't be to replace Benny. It's really to play the other forward opposite Benny (to replace Swider). This would be done only if Swider leaves. It shouldn't threaten Benny. The two freshmen would then be back-up depth.
The only reason I see not to do this is it would threaten Bunch and Brown's PT and make them unhappy and a flight risk.

I think I said that. If Cole stays, we won't bring in another forward. If he leaves, we might but it isn't for sure.

 

[dasher]

I’d be in favor of bringing in a “Jimmy” level guy ASAP, who will actually come off the bench and play 15-18 mpg. The freshmen ’s can either sit for a year….or beat him out.

And gives insurance in case Cole leaves, so we aren’t left with only Benny and freshmen.

Man, unknown to you, you were just given one wish. Could have been anything. And now Jimmy is coming back for another year, thanks to you

 

[OrangeDW]

Too many people think we need someone like Anselem, mcneil, watkins this season.

I mean…..would be nice. Especially when we don’t have a PF who can slide over to C if needed.

 

[NorSyr66]

Okay, we are not bringing in another forward unless Cole leaves. Even then, JB isn't sure he wants to. The reason we got Mintz is Benny. And the reason that we still have Benny is because we aren't bringing in a portal forward to possible replace him. That isn't a guess. I wish we could. I wanted another forward until it was explained to me.

Not certain I want to Like this one Dasher but thanks for the understanding. Since we could use a backup for Jesse then possibly this player could also slide to the forward spot if needed.

 

[OrangeDW]

Man, unknown to you, you were just given one wish. Could have been anything. And now Jimmy is coming back for another year, thanks to you

If JB could act like Jimmy’s last name was….Sekunda or something, then great!

 

[TeamGlasses]

I mean…..would be nice. Especially when we don’t have a PF who can slide over to C if needed.

A lot of people dont realize how big Cuse plays each position. They are like NBA length already.

 

[OrangeDW]

A lot of people dont realize how big Cuse plays each position. They are like NBA length already.

For a long time, sure. Not so much, recently.

Hope that aspect is coming back strong next year!

 

[Cuse'91]

Efton Reid(LSU Center) - In the portal

 

[FrancoPizza]

Okay, we are not bringing in another forward unless Cole leaves. Even then, JB isn't sure he wants to. The reason we got Mintz is Benny. And the reason that we still have Benny is because we aren't bringing in a portal forward to possible replace him. That isn't a guess. I wish we could. I wanted another forward until it was explained to me.

Sounds like they put all their eggs in the Benny basket. Let’s hope he’s a new player without the quick hook.