Class of 2022 PF Maliq Brown (VA) COMMITTED/SIGNED TO SYRACUSE

[MSOrange]

Buddy has already gone on record as saying he isn't coming back. So I'm not sure where you are getting that impression.

People have changed their minds. Andrew Szymt wasn't coming back until he was. But agree that I'm not sure that will be the case with Buddy.

 

[cliftonparksufan]

Buddy has already gone on record as saying he isn't coming back. So I'm not sure where you are getting that impression.

People change their mind. Put me on record that IF the season doesn't end well that Buddy seriously considers it.

 

[Janner]

I have to wonder if Cole might be reconsidering that idea of leaving early. Im not sure where he would go that would be a better opportunity then Syracuse next year, professional opportunities included. He's not an NBA player and would struggle mightily in most high level overseas leagues.

 

[OrlandoCuse]

Buddy has already gone on record as saying he isn't coming back. So I'm not sure where you are getting that impression.

Where was that? Must have missed it

 

[MSOrange]

Where was that? Must have missed it

Have to be a subscriber but it's in this article from ACC media day

SU basketball leftovers: Is Buddy coming back? What about the big men?

The Orange men participated in ACC Media Day on Tuesday in Charlotte.

www.syracuse.com

 

[OrlandoCuse]

Have to be a subscriber but it's in this article from ACC media day

SU basketball leftovers: Is Buddy coming back? What about the big men?

The Orange men participated in ACC Media Day on Tuesday in Charlotte.

www.syracuse.com

Yeah, no reason to give Syr.com my money

 

[jdubs30]

I have to wonder if Cole might be reconsidering that idea of leaving early. Im not sure where he would go that would be a better opportunity then Syracuse next year, professional opportunities included. He's not an NBA player and would struggle mightily in most high level overseas leagues.

He’ll be 23 this May. If he comes back that means he won’t leave Syracuse until he’s 24. He needs to maximize his earning potential window - he can make money somewhere

 

[the villager]

If Buddy does not start playing better he Will Be Back.

 

[hoopsupstate]

If Buddy does not start playing better he Will Be Back.

I doubt that very much.

 

[5OutFred]

If Buddy does not start playing better he Will Be Back.

NBA executives draft/sign just as much, if not more so, on potential compared to college talent. Look at one and dones with poor stats getting drafted high. Buddy proved at the end of last year, with signs this year, he can play in the modern NBA with his skillset. Those in the league are smart enough to know college shooting percentages can be based on opponents face guarding him as the best player, would not be an issue in the league; staying another year would do very little to improve what execs know about him already. His draft position may change slightly but he's gone regardless.

Back to Maliq, please.

 

[Janner]

He’ll be 23 this May. If he comes back that means he won’t leave Syracuse until he’s 24. He needs to maximize his earning potential window - he can make money somewhere

I can understand the desire to begin on the next phase of his life, but im not sure if playing in Kazakhstan or a lower level league in turkey or somewhere in Europe out ways the opportunity to put you skills on show as the go-to guy at Syracuse next year, while you earn a degree. If he was playing at a high level, which I do think he is capable of, I would completely understand the desire to capitalize on his success, but, he really still needs to show those abilities

 

[GoCuse14]

Fair enough guess. Still thinking Buddy comes back and both JB and Buddy ride out into the sunset together in March 2023.

He has literally said this is his last year.

 

[OrlandoCuse]

He has literally said this is his last year.

Thanks, I think that’s been established. Appreciate the reinforcement.

 

[GoCuse14]

Thanks, I think that’s been established. Appreciate the reinforcement.

My bad, for sure wasn’t piling on. Posted that and saw the other response right after.

 

[Day2]

I can understand the desire to begin on the next phase of his life, but im not sure if playing in Kazakhstan or a lower level league in turkey or somewhere in Europe out ways the opportunity to put you skills on show as the go-to guy at Syracuse next year, while you earn a degree. If he was playing at a high level, which I do think he is capable of, I would completely understand the desire to capitalize on his success, but, he really still needs to show those abilities

Here we go again…

 

[Day2]

People change their mind. Put me on record that IF the season doesn't end well that Buddy seriously considers it.

His reasoning has little to do with how the team finishes.

 

[cliftonparksufan]

His reasoning has little to do with how the team finishes.

I meant if it doesn't end well for Buddy. If he continues to struggle with his shot and doesn't have the big lift he had last season that possibly he comes back for one more to try and improve upon.

 

[Day2]

I meant if it doesn't end well for Buddy. If he continues to struggle with his shot and doesn't have the big lift he had last season that possibly he comes back for one more to try and improve upon.

In order for that to happen, he would probably feel obligated to ask someone for their blessing. Or that someone would give him their blessing unsolicited. There’s a chance for the latter, I’ll give you that.

 

[Janner]

Here we go again…

Not sure what you mean?

 

[Day2]

Not sure what you mean?

I think there was a time when your premise was how things worked and we would have been in agreement back then. Today, though, the book is out on Swider and there’s not much more he can do to improve his stock. If he can get paid to play anywhere next year, that’s probably his best path.

 

[cuseattle]

I think there was a time when your premise was how things worked and we would have been in agreement back then. Today, though, the book is out on Swider and there’s not much more he can do to improve his stock. If he can get paid to play anywhere next year, that’s probably his best path.

And that's a good thing! Lotsa money to be made overseas. Who knows what the roster will look like, but I'm ok with Joe, Jesse, Frank, Symir and the kids. (A portal stud forward is my wish)

 

[50YRsofCuse]

Really liked hearing about Maliq Brown. Too bad the tangent about Buddy returning or not for a 5th year has tainted this thread.

 

[Janner]

I think there was a time when your premise was how things worked and we would have been in agreement back then. Today, though, the book is out on Swider and there’s not much more he can do to improve his stock. If he can get paid to play anywhere next year, that’s probably his best path.

I get where your coming from, but I think its a bit of a roll of the dice either way. I think cole is a bit in-between still at this point with regards to how scouts view his potential/ability. There is still a lot of season left but to date his career has not displayed his potential,, and i mean that in a very positive way. Hopefully the season plays out in his favor and he closes well. I truly believe he has the talent and ability to be very good, he just hasnt been able to put it all together, yet. Thats why I think he would be better served coming back for an extra year and playing the Buddy roll, be the show case for us next year and improve his stock.

 

[rrlbees]

OT - Maliq Brown

 

[kcsu]

Buddy has already gone on record as saying he isn't coming back. So I'm not sure where you are getting that impression.

If covid messes up the season i hope both Buddy and Cole return.