Class of 2017 POSSIBLE GRAD TRANSFER LIST

[Oráiste]

What if the absolute top grad transfers from across the country thought, Syracuse is the place to go to get enough coverage to be considered to be a high enough draft pick to have a real chance in the league? I don't see any school that has committed to this format, for many reasons. I don't see why it's not a valid formula. Any player at that age and level of talent and maturity would know that nothing but complete dedication and effort would be acceptable if they want to be drafted.

I know I'm not a professional talent evaluator, but I've spent months going through the ranks of potential grad transfers. There is nobody who stands out like Andrew White and very few who look like potential Syracuse caliber players. Those who do look like P5 players are mostly already in P5 programs and wouldn't seem likely to transfer from their current situations.

Everybody talks about "the grad transfer market" like its similar NBA free agency. It isn't. It's mostly a scrap heap.

 

[CousCuse]

I know I'm not a professional talent evaluator, but I've spent months going through the ranks of potential grad transfers. There is nobody who stands out like Andrew White and very few who look like potential Syracuse caliber players. Those who do look like P5 players are mostly already in P5 programs and wouldn't seem likely to transfer from their current situations.

Everybody talks about "the grad transfer market" like its similar NBA free agency. It isn't. It's mostly a scrap heap.

There are many guys who don't transfer because that doesn't appear to be a valid option.

 

[Oráiste]

There are many guys who don't transfer because that doesn't appear to be a valid option.

I understand that, but we've gone through every potential transfer - all the guys who are 4th year juniors and who would have the option to transfer even if they don't exercise it. There is nobody like Andrew White on the list & there is an overall lack of quality there. Everyone has narrowed in on Egor but he doesn't have the pedigree that White brought to the table.

 

[Jasoncuse]

I know I'm not a professional talent evaluator, but I've spent months going through the ranks of potential grad transfers. There is nobody who stands out like Andrew White and very few who look like potential Syracuse caliber players. Those who do look like P5 players are mostly already in P5 programs and wouldn't seem likely to transfer from their current situations.

Everybody talks about "the grad transfer market" like its similar NBA free agency. It isn't. It's mostly a scrap heap.

But that's what we're basically left with unfortunately.

There are certainly guys that could help our team and play significant roles. Of course, we should not expect a player of AW's caliber, but there are guys that can help replace him. And we need that.

Wing shooting actually looks pretty good on the possible list. The problem lies with the zone and at PG. Because JB is so hellbent on playing zone at all costs, we will have issues with the defense again next year due to attrition, graduation and new faces. I think our best shot at competing for an NCAA bid is to add two proven scorers from the grad market and hope that we can get the defense up to at least average results. Right now, we're looking at team with 2 capable offensive players and then nothing, along with a zone D that will be questionable. At least add to the offensive side of things and hope it can work out.

 

[JazzNC]

the staff hasn't gotten those players to come here. We've had open spots that haven't been filled by HS recruits, so the 5th years are brought in to make the team competitive and somewhat whole.

We currently have 3 open roster spots, maybe more, even with a 2 scholarship reduction. That's all on the staff and not due to a kid leaving early for the NBA...

You hit the nail on the head! We shouldn't have to rely on grad transfers to stop gap our program. Gillon and White did about as well as we could expect, and it still wasn't good enough. It was the worst defensive team in a long time at SU.

 

[Jasoncuse]

 

[Jasoncuse]

 

[Jasoncuse]

 

[Jasoncuse]

 

[SUFan44]

Kid's legit. Can score. Would be good if they have one remaining at the end.

A lot of players have come from the NEC and played well at a higher level. Marcquise Reed (Clemson) & Rodney Pryor (Georgetown) are both Robert Morris guys, and Cane Broome (Cincinnati) from Sacred Heart will be eligible next year.

 

[littlereg]

I really like the idea of Wilson. Pass first and can drive to the hoop really good. Good with contact and has decent size. Also knows the zone playing at Marquette.

 

[CuseLegacy]

 

[SUFan44]

6-6 PF. Not a fit.

 

[CuseLegacy]

 

[Jasoncuse]

 

[Jasoncuse]

Not that we want Rutgers' players...

 

[pearl31]

this kid's a pretty good player

 

[Alsacs]

Keep an eye on PGs.
We are going to sign atleast 1 grad transfer PG.

 

[normaliswear]

Still like Gray Jr from Houston. 6'2 pg who can shoot 3s and FTs. Played in a pretty good mid-major. Maybe a guy like that, Tucker, and Ayala and we start looking like a real team next year.

 

[O-pulse]

We are looking for a one and done PG; someone who can play immediately, while the frosh guards mature. A soph. transfer would have to sit out a year.

 

[normaliswear]

We are looking for a one and done PG; someone who can play immediately, while the frosh guards mature. A soph. transfer would have to sit out a year.

I'm sorry... what post is this a reply to?

 

[O-pulse]

I'm sorry... what post is this a reply to?

The sophomore transfer from Bryant, my bad.

 

[normaliswear]

The sophomore transfer from Bryant, my bad.

No prob... was just trying to connect the dots. Lol

 

[Jasoncuse]

Still like Gray Jr from Houston. 6'2 pg who can shoot 3s and FTs. Played in a pretty good mid-major. Maybe a guy like that, Tucker, and Ayala and we start looking like a real team next year.

I like Gray a lot too, but he's more scoring guard than PG. Averaged 20ppg, but only 3 assists. Not to say he can't play the position and excel, but he hasn't really been a true PG. But we need the scoring and skill he would add in the worst way, so sign me up. He's better than Gillon.

I think we may see a problem trying to find a true PG. There are a TON of combo guards and scoring lead guards that could become available. I would guess we aren't looking for a pure PG, and will look for scoring...

 

[Alsacs]

Keep an eye on PG Geno Thorpe.

He fits the mold. 6' 3" PG.
He is going to get major schools in on him.