Class of 2023 PG Naithan George (Ontario/AZ) TRANSFERRING TO SYRACUSE (4/4/25)

[Idiocuse22&]

I like that he does a little bit of everything. Stuffs the stat sheet. If you look at the last 5 championship pg’s only two of them shot over 35% from 3. I want a PG that is going to lead the team. Get them in the right spots. Make the right decisions.

I also like his size.

Shooting just about 34% from 3 is not bad and you only expect it to keep improving.

However, 39% overall from the field last year is very concerning. Not efficient at all.

From what I saw he had the ball at the end of the shot clock alot. Often times not the best looks and tough shots. That accounts for a dip in % but still concerning. I havnt looked it up yet, I wonder if he draws alot of shooting fouls?

 

[Chicago44s]

Stud!—listen carefully to who is commentating. That dude seemed to be pleased.

 

[Scotch]

Stud!

He beats his man off the dribble consistently here. Gets to the rim and into the lane for dump offs. Showcases great vision and passing. Shooting form looks great. Lots to like.

 

[jdubs30]

Just to illustrate how bizarre the new portal/FA world is, it's arguable that the best realistic outcome for us and George this year is that in next year's free agency he gets poached by a monster $ program willing to pay whatever it takes for him.

Strange times.

Ok. That's enough gummies.

It’s true. But also if he has a good year we will most likely get a little discount if he stays in college.

Every kid is a one year contract at this point but you’d think if he liked it here we’d have an leg up in retaining him for next year

 

[kuethstheman]

Oh I have no issue with a different opinion just doesn’t need to be rubbed in every 10 mins

Is it a coincidence that someone argues with him about every 10 minutes?

 

[721Comstock]

Stud!

I’ve seen enough.

Wrinkle was right!
This kid is short, slow, unathletic, and can’t dribble, pass, shoot, or score at the rim.

 

[Irt4su]

Being in the tournament again and worrying about out how our guys match up would be a good problem to have considering the last 4 seasons.

4?!?

 

[kcsu]

George is a well rounded point. Checks all the boxes. I especially like his ability to play at his pace. He has a very measured game about him. The little film I've watched actually reminds me of Red when he was playing. He plays in control.

 

[721Comstock]

George is a well rounded point. Checks all the boxes. I especially like his ability to play at his pace. He has a very measured game about him. The little film I've watched actually reminds me of Red when he was playing. He plays in control.

To use a more current comp -
He plays a lot like Tyler Ennis.

Doesn’t blow you away w athleticism, but uses change of pace and direction to get defenders off balance.
Great vision.

You don’t lead an entire P4 conference in assists by accident.

Yes - one could fairly say the ACC wasn’t a P4 conference this year -
except there’s still Dook.
And it’s not like Nait was surrounded by 5* talents like Cooper Flagg that he was dropping all these dimes to.

 

[Melancer46]

From what I saw he had the ball at the end of the shot clock alot. Often times not the best looks and tough shots. That accounts for a dip in % but still concerning. I havnt looked it up yet, I wonder if he draws alot of shooting fouls?

His free throw rate this season was at 20%, roughly 10-20% lower than everyone on our team besides Lucas Taylor and Elijah Moore.

 

[PeteCalvin]

Over Mintz?

I’m afraid I’ll never get over Mintz. Those wounds run pretty deep.

 

[Orangezoo]

His free throw rate this season was at 20%, roughly 10-20% lower than everyone on our team besides Lucas Taylor and Elijah Moore.

Yeah that’s the most obvious difference on paper vs Claude who got to the line a lot.

 

[FrancoPizza]

Starling obviously needs help, he cannot be the only creator on the perimeter.

I want to see starling’s right hand tied behind his back between now and October. Is it that hard?

 

[Orangezoo]

To use a more current comp -
He plays a lot like Tyler Ennis.

Doesn’t blow you away w athleticism, but uses change of pace and direction to get defenders off balance.
Great vision.

You don’t lead an entire P4 conference in assists by accident.

Yes - one could fairly say the ACC wasn’t a P4 conference this year -
except there’s still Dook.
And it’s not like Nait was surrounded by 5* talents like Cooper Flagg that he was dropping all these dimes to.

A mix of Ennis and Gbinije style wise as I see it. He’s not the threat in the paint or as big as Mike turned out to be but definitely some elements from both of those guys with how he plays.

 

[Irt4su]

Anyone who criticizes this kid versus what he have had has their head up their orange. Not to mention the class coming in and Donnie and JJ staying. On paper we have a real team. Last year we brought in kids who had previously failed at ACC level or never been there from the start. Negative posters start your own chain. Let’s leave this one for the fact we just secured a top player available at the top position of need.

 

[Hopkins16]

Anyone who criticizes this kid versus what he have had has their head up their orange. Not to mention the class coming in and Donnie and JJ staying. On paper we have a real team. Last year we brought in kids who had previously failed at ACC level or never been there from the start. Negative posters start your own chain. Let’s leave this one for the fact we just secured a top player available at the top position of need.

We’ve done very well in the portal so far compared to last year. And, as bad as we played and our record is, we are very lucky to be able to snag the 3 guys who are on board. Great job by the coaches and Kline to be able to sell the vision of the future of the team with all that is stacked against us.

 

[kcsu]

I want to see starling’s right hand tied behind his back between now and October. Is it that hard?

My HS coach when I was a sophomore made me do everything left-handed in the off season other than write. Brush my teeth, cut and eat food, all household choirs and task. He didn't ask me to work on my left from a bball standpoint. It worked, as I developed a good left.

 

[Irishsecra1]

I would have been very happy to see Red fired because I believe he has little coaching ability.
However, I give him props for our 3 transfer adds, especially this one.
May he prove me wrong and get us back to releVance and NCAAT participation

 

[MSOrange]

What does Rodney Terry have to do with any of this?!? He’s not the coach at Texas anymore, you noob. Sean Miller is.

I was going to point that out last night, but the thread was going so fast, I figured I missed something in the conversation.

 

[kcsu]

I would have been very happy to see Red fired because I believe he has little coaching ability.
However, I give him props for our 3 transfer adds, especially this one.
May he prove me wrong and get us back to releVance and NCAAT participation

If Red had been fired Donnie, JJ and the other recruits would have all been gone. It would have been a complete rebuild from the ground up without the support of some important individuals including Melo. JW made the best decision in keeping Red for next season and in doing so going on record that he expects huge improvement. One other fact I seriously doubt that Kline would have stayed and with his leaving all of his leg work and connections would have been gone as well.

 

[Melancer46]

My HS coach when I was a sophomore made me do everything left-handed in the off season other than write. Brush my teeth, cut and eat food, all household choirs and task. He didn't ask me to work on my left from a bball standpoint. It worked, as I developed a good left.

Mine had me taking a tennis ball everywhere I went and dribble that so that a basketball would be the easiest thing ever lol

 

[goodroc]

They’re targeting a starting center. Kyle will be the backup. Kingz will be playing the 3. But yea, i think they’re trying to land at least one other wing/forward.

Kyle will be our starting center. He can guard the entire floor. Long and athletic, He sets incredible screens and will score mainly at the basket. He’s basically the complete opposite of Eddie Lampkin. Denz would be huge final pick up and then they will fill roster with whoever they can. Only have 13 scholarships which is plenty do to title 9. I assume we decided it was too costly to provide 15 for woman’s BB which would be required if they used all 15 the ncaa. Now allows.

 

[Orangefizz]

If Red had been fired Donnie, JJ and the other recruits would have all been gone. It would have been a complete rebuild from the ground up without the support of some important individuals including Melo. JW made the best decision in keeping Red for next season and in doing so going on record that he expects huge improvement. One other fact I seriously doubt that Kline would have stayed and with his leaving all of his leg work and connections would have been gone as well.

Great post. As much as I have my doubts on Reds coaching ability, JW made the right call. It would be a great story if Red can turn it around this year.

 

[Orangefan1]

Kyle will be our starting center. He can guard the entire floor. Long and athletic, He sets incredible screens and will score mainly at the basket. He’s basically the complete opposite of Eddie Lampkin. Denz would be huge final pick up and then they will fill roster with whoever they can. Only have 13 scholarships which is plenty do to title 9. I assume we decided it was too costly to provide 15 for woman’s BB which would be required if they used all 15 the ncaa. Now allows.

We need another center I worry about his injuries

 

[OrlandoCuse]

My HS coach when I was a sophomore made me do everything left-handed in the off season other than write. Brush my teeth, cut and eat food, all household choirs and task. He didn't ask me to work on my left from a bball standpoint. It worked, as I developed a good left.

“Everything” as a teenage boy??