Class of 2016 SG/SF Andrew White (VA; Grad Transfer from Nebraska)

[Yegorange]

So, what's the likelihood that we hear something tomorrow [Friday]?

At this point seems high. Per kcsu - certain. O13 hedged a bit, saying something like possible or as early as (learning perhaps?)

 

[Orangeman13]

At this point seems high. Per kcsu - certain. O13 hedged a bit, saying something like possible or as early as (learning perhaps?)

He's registering.

 

[normaliswear]

Absolutely no way he commits to cuse tomorrow. (I know nothing... but if he commits everyone will be too happy to remember this and if he doesn't I was the lone voice of reason).

 

[HOFCeluck]

I hope so. This thread needs to die

 

[AZOrange]

I hope so. This thread needs to die

it will never die

 

[jordoo]

I hope so. This thread needs to die

Well they do say that the victor writes history so with as many times as this thread has been rewritten I'd say we have an excellent chance.

 

[iommi]

At this point seems high. Per kcsu - certain. O13 hedged a bit, saying something like possible or as early as (learning perhaps?)

Was kcsu really saying Friday? Or did he say that just to playfully stir the pot?

 

[HOFCeluck]

it will never die

At the very least he needs to commit (somewhere) so I'm not compelled to check.

Also, what kind of stealth mode do you have? I dont get notifications when you quote my post.

 

[Yegorange]

He's registering.

Thank you. It's just a matter of registration before announcement then, which may or may not happen tomorrow. That makes perfect sense along with the communication breakdown clarification.

As you can see many people appreciate your reports, it's a matter of presentation and a little humility.

 

[AZOrange]

At the very least he needs to commit (somewhere) so I'm not compelled to check. Also, what kind of stealth mode do you have? I dont get notifications when you quote my post.

I know people...

Seriously notifications don't work well for me either

 

[reedny]

I view Lydon as a tweener forward in the NBA. The shooting is the key though with the direction the NBA has headed and thats why he will be a hot commodity in the draft.

Historically, of course, NBA PF's (think blake griffin) are big and powerful -- 6'9 - 6'10" 250+. That's changing with small ball. These days, some smaller "PF's" can play like 3's on offense and then defend NBA bigs down low (Draymon Green). Draymon's only 6'7-8 230. That's about the weight I expect Lydon to play at (+20 lbs. for a 19 y/0 isn't that big a stretch), and Lydon's 6'9. At that height and 225-230, I think he could play a small ball PF at the next level and be a good secondary rim protector. At SF, he'll need to show some quickness and ball handling. We know he can light it up from deep. If he develops a serviceable dribble-drive game (or shows potential), at 6'9 I think he could be a matchup problem for NBA 3's. Right now, he's got length but not strength. That will come ... probably +10 lbs. this year.

Enjoy him while you can.

 

[nycfan]

Was kcsu really saying Friday? Or did he say that just to playfully stir the pot?

Well, he has actually mentioned Friday on two different occasions in last 24 hrs--once today and once around 7pm last night, so thinking it's more than just "playfully stirring the pot". Could set the stage for a fantastic weekend! (and would make quite the "Happy Hour" if it's an afternoon announcement like TT was).

 

[iommi]

Well, he has actually mentioned Friday on two different occasions in last 24 hrs--once today and once around 7pm last night, so thinking it's more than just "playfully stirring the pot". Could set the stage for a fantastic weekend! (and would make quite the "Happy Hour" if it's an afternoon announcement like TT was).

It's hard to differentiate between fantasy and reality in this ridiculous thread.

 

[Cusefan0307]

Historically, of course, NBA PF's (think blake griffin) are big and powerful -- 6'9 - 6'10" 250+. That's changing with small ball. These days, some smaller "PF's" can play like 3's on offense and then defend NBA bigs down low (Draymon Green). Draymon's only 6'7-8 230. That's about the weight I expect Lydon to play at (+20 lbs. for a 19 y/0 isn't that big a stretch), and Lydon's 6'9. At that height and 225-230, I think he could play a small ball PF at the next level and be a good secondary rim protector. At SF, he'll need to show some quickness and ball handling. We know he can light it up from deep. If he develops a serviceable dribble-drive game (or shows potential), at 6'9 I think he could be a matchup problem for NBA 3's. Right now, he's got length but not strength. That will come ... probably +10 lbs. this year.

Enjoy him while you can.

People talk about Lydon's lack of dribbling skills, but they miss one skill he was pretty good at in a limited role last year:

Playing the post. He's got suck a high release he can shoot over just about everyone.

 

[normaliswear]

It's hard to differentiate between fantasy and reality in this ridiculous thread.

I'm not entirely convinced there IS an Andrew White III

 

[pearl31]

It's hard to differentiate between fantasy and reality in this ridiculous thread.

like getting lost in the wheels of confusion, eh?

 

[Orangeman13]

Thank you. It's just a matter of registration before announcement then, which may or may not happen tomorrow. That makes perfect sense along with the communication breakdown clarification.

As you can see many people appreciate your reports, it's a matter of presentation and a little humility.

I seriously apologize for any trouble I caused. Although some of you seemed to get a kick out of it.

I'd also like to publicly apologize to JarHeadJim.

 

[iommi]

like getting lost in the wheels of confusion, eh?

Top 5 Sabbath song for me.

 

[Scotch]

I seriously apologize for any trouble I caused. Although some of you seemed to get a kick out of it.

I'd also like to publicly apologize to JarHeadJim.

 

[Flacusian]

Someone... please PM me when White commits.

 

[pearl31]

Top 5 Sabbath song for me.

Me too! Especially when it meanders into The Straightener at the end

 

[JackBauer44]

Can we agree that once I go 3-0 people can chill just a little bit towards me? (i.e. Once AW makes it official)?

I hope you're not referring to Tyus Battle in your 3-0 claim. If memory serves correctly...

 

[iommi]

Me too! Especially when it meanders into The Straightener at the end

Opening riff is crushing too. The Writ, A Natural Acrobat, Spiral Architect & The Wizard are up there too.

Like an AW3 3 at the buzzer, crushing an opponent's dreams. (Had to stay on topic)

 

[reedny]

People talk about Lydon's lack of dribbling skills, but they miss one skill he was pretty good at in a limited role last year:

Playing the post. He's got suck a high release he can shoot over just about everyone.

Agree .. he's functional there in college, and he's an offensive threat. In the NBA, not so sure he has the bulk to play C even in small ball. But PF .. definitely.

As to SF (at the next level), I'm optimistic. He's still growing into his body. When a kid hits (nearly) 6'9, he's all hands and feet. The rest will develop ... and I think as he gets stronger he'll have more explosion and we'll see the dribble drive game improve. He flashed it last year, and I'm sure he's been in the weight room all summer. Chukwu's looking cut, btw.

 

[Cusefan0307]

I hope you're not referring to Tyus Battle in your 3-0 claim. If memory serves correctly...

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I know you are/try to get insider info for other places, but I think you need to go back and vet his original posts cause he suggested we should be worried when Battle first went to Michigan.