There has been some concern by some that

[Todoubled23]

Can we page Marek for one more season? Need glue guys.

 

[Newhouser]

Can we page Marek for one more season? Need glue guys.

So true - if we had Marek (or someone with his skill set) this year we probably get 4 or 5 more wins and make the tourney. His ability to help alleviate pressure alone gets us a couple more wins.

 

[CousCuse]

Not split but he will play 15 minutes a game. No one will come from the portal to play behind Jessie. Who backs up Jessie? It’s not Carey.

You have to look at it that Frank is already in the portal, essentially every player is, and you have to recruit him to the role. It's really hard to see Jesse sitting a lot when he has so much game on both ends of the floor.

 

[gmoney44]

Franks gone. Just heard from a very reliable source.I don’t normally post things like this, and no I won’t say who.

Let all the overreactions commence. I like Frank and I generally enjoy watching players progress through their career here ( so I basically hate college basketball now). If we can’t get a more productive player than Frank out of the portal then we are in big trouble.

 

[AZOrange]

Is it possible that the coaches could "discreetly" contact someone in the portal without twitter finding out?

They already have

 

[cliftonparksufan]

You have to look at it that Frank is already in the portal, essentially every player is, and you have to recruit him to the role. It's really hard to see Jesse sitting a lot when he has so much game on both ends of the floor.

That's why they have end of the season meetings. Review the previous season, talk about how they fit in for the next season. Things they need to work on etc.

 

[CousCuse]

That's why they have end of the season meetings. Review the previous season, talk about how they fit in for the next season. Things they need to work on etc.

That's the way the process work's. It appears that Frank wants more than is available. My question is, how much should Frank be offered?

 

[DoctorBombay]

The only player I've heard say that he despises Boeheim is Etan. Last year the portal opened and it was a new sensation, I don't see the same thing this year. Maybe you should reach out to the guys coming in that Boeheim can be an ogre, apparently according to you they are unaware of his methods.

Please provide a link where Etan Thomas says unequivocally that he “despises” JB. Thanks in advance.

 

[cliftonparksufan]

That's the way the process work's. It appears that Frank wants more than is available. My question is, how much should Frank be offered?

If you were the coach, how would you handle it?

 

[orangefog]

If you were the coach, how would you handle it?

This should be good.

 

[Janner]

They already have

First off, thank you for the information. And thank all insiders for what they post, I know it can be a thankless 'job' but MANY of us on here really appreciate the information you all provide. Second, I know you can not disclose who the player is, which is more than fine, but do you know if it is the same player that Dasher was referring to? And, what are your general thoughts on the player (would it be a it quality pickup, upgrade, downgrade, gap filler, etc) ?

 

[CousCuse]

If you were the coach, how would you handle it?

Jesse is poised to have one of the best season ever for a center at Syracuse. If he can add a little more to his offense, like a jump hook or a 10 foot jump shot, sky's the limit.

 

[orangefog]

Jesse is poised to have one of the best season ever for a center at Syracuse. If he can add a little more to his offense, like a jump hook or a 10 foot jump shot, sky's the limit.

That’s your pitch to get Frank to stay? And you want to be my latex salesman?

 

[DoctorBombay]

Jesse is poised to have one of the best season ever for a center at Syracuse. If he can add a little more to his offense, like a jump hook or a 10 foot jump shot, sky's the limit.

Still waiting on that link proving Etan “despises” JB, as you stated earlier. Or is that yet another insane perspective put forth with no validity? Thanks again…in advance.

 

[CousCuse]

That’s your pitch to get Frank to stay? And you want to be my latex salesman.

I wouldn't lie to the guy and Frank is smart enough to see that himself.

 

[Fat tire 13]

Not split but he will play 15 minutes a game. No one will come from the portal to play behind Jessie. Who backs up Jessie? It’s not Carey.

Exactly

A backup center is an important role, even at a place like Syracuse

Even if Jesse improves enough to become the next Hakeem Olajuwon, he still shouldn't play more than 30 mpg. Last year he averaged 28 mpg. He also fouled out 11 times. And he got injured.

Hopefully Frank would be OK with that role of 10-15 mpg. He could maybe get a few minutes at the 4, or simply be good enough to give Jesse some well needed rest

 

[orangefog]

I wouldn't lie to the guy and Frank is smart enough to see that himself.

You wouldn't have to lie. How about "You know that the center position lends itself to foul trouble, and we demand a lot from our centers. So, although Jesse would be starting, I don't expect that he will play more than 25 minutes per game. Especially because you are such a capable backup. If he does see more time than that, we would like to explore using the two of you together at times."

 

[rrlbees]

They already have

No doubt. I’ve seen numbers between 700-1000 of how many are in the portal. I’ve seen a dozen, maybe two where teams were mentioned as to having reached out to the player. Ergo, by default by some, we aren’t contacting anyone.

 

[CousCuse]

Still waiting on that link proving Etan “despises” JB, as you stated earlier. Or is that yet another insane perspective put forth with no validity? Thanks again…in advance.

He's Boeheim's toughest critic and not even he said he despises him, yet you let the Scotch make the definitive statement that his players despise him. I have never heard a former player run Boeheim down. In fact, a bunch of them got together and formed Boeheim's Army. He's like a tough Marine drill sergeant, guys hate his methods, but then see he was looking out for their best interests all along.

 

[orangefog]

No doubt. I’ve seen numbers between 700-1000 of how many are in the portal. I’ve seen a dozen, maybe two where teams were mentioned as to having reached out to the player. Ergo, by default by some, we aren’t contacting anyone.

I'd like it once for the logic, and a hundred times for the "ergo".

 

[Cuseball]

I wouldn't lie to the guy and Frank is smart enough to see that himself.

The only pitch you can make is that Frank would get 10-15 minutes a game backing up Jesse and possibly some time at PF... if he showed he could play that position. The following year he would be the main man and get 30+ a night.

Unfortunately, someone will guarantee Frank a starting center spot. It will be up to him to determine if the situation is better and worth the tradeoff of how much he likes Cuse vs new destination. Its the reality of the transfer portal. Based on the numbers of players in it last year and this year it is not a situation that only Jimmy and Cuse find themselves in.

Cuse!

 

[CousCuse]

You wouldn't have to lie. How about "You know that the center position lends itself to foul trouble, and we demand a lot from our centers. So, although Jesse would be starting, I don't expect that he will play more than 25 minutes per game. Especially because you are such a capable backup. If he does see more time than that, we would like to explore using the two of you together at times."

I would not want to mislead Frank about PT. Jesse is going to get 30+.

 

[DoctorBombay]

He's Boeheim's toughest critic and not even he said he despises him, yet you let the Scotch make the definitive statement that his players despise him. I have never heard an employer run Boeheim down. In fact, a bunch of them got together and formed Boeheim's Army. He's like a tough Marine drill sergeant, guys hate his methods, but then see he was looking out for their best interests all along.

So…no link then? Got it.

Oh, and just to clarify, it was you who stated: “The only player I've heard say that he despises Boeheim is Etan”, not anyone else.
Or were those just the voices in your head? #Certifiable

 

[orangefog]

I would not want to mislead Frank about PT. Jesse is going to get 30+.

Jesse hasn't shown that he can stay out of foul trouble.

 

[orangefog]

The only pitch you can make is that Frank would get 10-15 minutes a game backing up Jesse and possibly some time at PF... if he showed he could play that position. The following year he would be the main man and get 30+ a night.

Unfortunately, someone will guarantee Frank a starting center spot. It will be up to him to determine if the situation is better and worth the tradeoff of how much he likes Cuse vs new destination. Its the reality of the transfer portal. Based on the numbers of players in it last year and this year it is not a situation that only Jimmy and Cuse find themselves in.

Cuse!

Ever consider latex sales?