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I have done a 180 on this in the last 5 years. I think you're either good enough or not to stick in the NBA beyond the initial contract no matter how long you stay in school. The odds of sticking in the NBA are so slim. If you're going to be a marginal NBA guy that is out by age 25 regardless and you have a decent chance of showing enough "potential" to trick a GM into drafting you it's better to have that guaranteed money cushion than staying in school longer and trying to get in the league via the 2nd round or undrafted route. Of all the last decade's early entrants I think the only one who had a decent chance to move up the draft boards by staying one more year was Jerami Grant.
Here is a counter point. Eric Paschall was a Fordham recruit out of high school. A-10 Rookie of the Year, transfers to Villanova and plays three years there.
He started 8 games as a sophomore, stuck with it and finished out his senior year this year. He was a second round pick and has a good shot to make the Warriors. Also has his degree and I’d wager a better shot to stick long term because of his college experience.
So I ask you, after Brissett left and is unlikely to make a roster - do you think Paschall made a mistake by leaving later than he did? Also, Paschall has no shot of being drafted two years ago. None.
And why Sioux City was founded.If God intended high level basketball talents to stay in school he wouldn’t have invented buses.
Oshae obviously had the chance to move up too, since he never got drafted, and i think he couldve worked himself to round 1. That being said, agree w your initial point. It also somewhat defies common sense to say that guy wont get better in nba when fully dedicated to playing. Nba is just a crazy high level. Thats why guys fail.
It would be glorious if they did. I used to break ankles.most of the better job listings you'll encounter start off with minimum 4 year degree. not killer crossover dribble.
He can't shoot or dribble. Always a 2nd Rd or UFA.guy.Oshae obviously had the chance to move up too, since he never got drafted, and i think he couldve worked himself to round 1. That being said, agree w your initial point. It also somewhat defies common sense to say that guy wont get better in nba when fully dedicated to playing. Nba is just a crazy high level. Thats why guys fail.
Nope. Make the money, then after done playing, (or during, with online learning), get a degree, if needed, for your next job.if you ain't in... there's a whole new crop of super talent coming every year. that don't ever change.
younger faster and better. it's a tough business. get your degree ! plan long term. retire comfortably.
Nope. Make the money, then after done playing, (or during, with online learning), get a degree, if needed, for your next job.
Professional jobs aren't always the way to go. My neighbor had 2 choices. Go to PA school, (loans, liability) or become a fireman (in Syracuse). Chose the fireman. $70k to start. 60% retirement in 20 years, (age 43), full medical, plus pension. 4 on/4 off, plus six 12-day vacations, per year.
When he retires, he can go work elsewhere if he wants, and earn another retirement plan.
Fireman? You also risk death and serious injury. There are no free lunches.
Here is a counter point. Eric Paschall was a Fordham recruit out of high school. A-10 Rookie of the Year, transfers to Villanova and plays three years there.
He started 8 games as a sophomore, stuck with it and finished out his senior year this year. He was a second round pick and has a good shot to make the Warriors. Also has his degree and I’d wager a better shot to stick long term because of his college experience.
So I ask you, after Brissett left and is unlikely to make a roster - do you think Paschall made a mistake by leaving later than he did? Also, Paschall has no shot of being drafted two years ago. None.
That's, uh... some update.
That's, uh... some update.
If he only played 8 games sophomore yr. so he had no shot of tricking a GM with "potential". He still needed to prove he could compete at the highest level of college. OB has been a P5 league starter for 2 years. He's a known commodity and coming back to school for him would be a waste of time.
There is risk everyday. Ask Jim BoeheimFireman? You also risk death and serious injury. There are no free lunches.