Class of 2020 Patrick Tapé / Columbia Grad Transfer

[jdubs30]

Apparently there’s some rumblings that Vernon Carey might be coming back hence making this flip occur and not allowing a spot for Tape ...

Not like he needs the money

 

[orangejunkie]

It's not an either or. Likely will be teammates with the best player getting the minutes and who knows maybe he and Sidibe can play at the same time. For once we have some competition at the center position.

From the video, Tape is a physical presence around the basket with excellent footwork who can score with either hand on a variety of moves. You also can't teach 240 lbs. Not a high flyer but appears to have good length and timing on blocking shots.

He looks like the kind of center that has killed SU over the years with their inside game. Will be nice to have a legitimate low post threat that guards can dump the ball to. Let's hope we can close the deal. Having two assistants who coached him over the summer has to be a huge plus now that he has gotten Duke out of his system.

 

[Bulldog04]

Not like he needs the money

Lol, I’d be shocked why he would come back with This weak of a draft but I’m sure Tape didn’t wanna wait around for that decision If he was wavering...

 

[721Comstock]

If he flips from Duke to Syracuse, would that make him "Double Sided Tape?"

Yes. Question is - will he stick now?

 

[sutomcat]

Tape is listed at 6’10 and 232 pounds.

Bol Ajak might also be 230 pounds next season. It would be awesome to have some agile, big bodies to roll out there against teams with size and strength.

I bet if you looked at Su’s plus minus when Sidibe is not in foul trouble vs when he is in foul trouble, you would see a vast difference.

He is the only center on the team right now. Marek does a decent job filling in but he is a lot better at forward than center.

Getting Tape would make a big difference for this team.

 

[DilemaCuse]

Apparently there’s some rumblings that Vernon Carey might be coming back hence making this flip occur and not allowing a spot for Tape ...

Crazy if true

 

[BurrowsSMG]

Just got back to my computer, so here's what I have.

Got in touch with Tape and he declined to comment on anything. Based on what I've heard elsewhere, I think the plans on flipping to SU could be a little premature/speculation right now. An educated guess likely puts him going to Syracuse, but it's not quite there yet. Wouldn't be surprised if something comes together quickly, though.

 

[orange79]

Just got back to my computer, so here's what I have.

Got in touch with Tape and he declined to comment on anything. Based on what I've heard elsewhere, I think the plans on flipping to SU could be a little premature/speculation right now. An educated guess likely puts him going to Syracuse, but it's not quite there yet. Wouldn't be surprised if something comes together quickly, though.

Thanks for the update, Ben.

 

[stuckinbig11]

Are we back in play for Tape after he reversed course on Duke?

 

[jdubs30]

Yes

 

[Dollar Dog]

they would be a fantastic duo, but Sidibe has the higher ceiling while Tape might be more consistent. If Sidibe stays out of foul trouble he can be fantastic

Advanced metrics are useful in any sport but I do not value them nearly as much in basketball as in baseball. Baseball stats are based primarily on individual play at the plate, mound, or field. Basketball is much more a team game where player outcomes are heavily affected by coach, scheme, and surrounding talent.

Sidibe's Offensive Rating of 122.9 is better than Tape's 112.9. But Bourama played for a team that ranked 26th in the NCAA in offensive rating (113.04). Pat played (in 2018-19) for a team that ranked 233rd (99.5). If you put both centers under the same system, coach, and team, Tape may perform better. If people go back and look at Page 1 of this thread, you can see a highlight video where Tape has a back-to-the-basket game and abilities in the paint we haven't seen since Rakeem Christmas left.

Bottom line, it doesn't even matter. Having two quality centers is a good thing. And we still have enough scholarships to add the scoring wing and fourth guard everyone wants. And Tape doesn't tie up a future scholarship. I can't understand any reason why someone wouldn't be happy for him to sign here.

 

[PauliePeppas]

Hes announcing (again) tomorrow

 

[jdubs30]

Hes announcing (again) tomorrow

Think it’s us?

 

[walsh2012]

Hes announcing (again) tomorrow

Whered you hear that

 

[PauliePeppas]

Think it’s us?

sure seems that way but I have zero knowledge on this recruitment

 

[OrangeXtreme]

 

[OrangeXtreme]

 

[RealMcNeil]

Never a dull moment.

 

[Orangezoo]

This could be really awesome. Now if he commits everybody get out there and spread the word and listen to to Samuel J.

Stay the **** Home!!!

 

[Scott11]

Just got back to my computer, so here's what I have.

Got in touch with Tape and he declined to comment on anything. Based on what I've heard elsewhere, I think the plans on flipping to SU could be a little premature/speculation right now. An educated guess likely puts him going to Syracuse, but it's not quite there yet. Wouldn't be surprised if something comes together quickly, though.

This is great Info thanks.
i would say that if he in fact is announcing tomorrow it would be a surprise if it isn’t us. Too much smoke in too short of a time frame.

 

[jdubs30]

This is great Info thanks.
i would say that if he in fact is announcing tomorrow it would be a surprise if it isn’t us. Too much smoke in too short of a time frame.

I believe he only visited us and Maryland. And if that tweet was indeed a Maryland guy then that bodes well for us

 

[cuseguy]

We’d probably redshirt Edwards and JBA would get no PT. But Sidibe and Tape would be gone next year while JBA and Edwards will be sophomores

Pretty sure we bring in a high end center next year.

 

[Scott11]

Apparently there’s some rumblings that Vernon Carey might be coming back hence making this flip occur and not allowing a spot for Tape ...

That would be one of the dumbest decisions of all time. That kid has to go. It would be so duke for them to be that lucky.

 

[orangepassion]

You want to talk about anything other than Tapé? Do it on the main board.

What if I say he'd be a great glue guy for the team? Or that his family is friendly with Curtis Staples and his family? Is any kind of Tape okay?

 

[cuseguy]

Just got back to my computer, so here's what I have.

Got in touch with Tape and he declined to comment on anything. Based on what I've heard elsewhere, I think the plans on flipping to SU could be a little premature/speculation right now. An educated guess likely puts him going to Syracuse, but it's not quite there yet. Wouldn't be surprised if something comes together quickly, though.

He’s announcing tomorrow.