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I don't see another year helping either Richmond or Davis.Chances he plays another yr in college and how much NIL will that be?
They both could make more in college than GLeague.I don't see another year helping either Richmond or Davis.
He's missed eight games in four years of college -- six last season and two this year.Injury prone. Granted, he’ll never play these kind of minutes at a higher level, but a history of wear and tear is already starting to build up on his body.
You may be right.Just go pro internationally now.I don't see another year helping either Richmond or Davis.
I’d love to disagree with you, but this is exactly what I see. If he can dial in for a couple weeks here, it can become a memorable time for us, him, and the program.Unless Kadary can figure it out mentally he’ll be in the G league for two seasons making no money. And proceed to a few seasons in Europe. NBA talent potentially wasted by the inability to figure it out mentally.
I’m rooting for him, but the things that make him stand out in college are the same attributes as 50 other guys at the next level. The differential is the ability to show up day in and day out and get the job done. Don’t see KR showing up with that level of consistency due to the lack of a killer mentality
Exactly. It’s his 4th year of college basketball. Has he not had time over the last 4 years to develop the 3 point shot or atleast make significant improvement? The reason it hasn’t happened is because he lacks the mental component to be great. To dans point from Femis comment. Hes never needed toIt is not just the Killer instinct Kooks lacks. His game does not translate to the NBA where the post players and forwards are bigger and more talented. Driving to the basket as your main offense skill DOES NOT work in the NBA for KOOKS! He lacks decent outside shooting ability and for someone promoted as a guard that is bad news if you have NBA aspirations.
He has had plenty of time to develop a 3 point shot and considering his size and athleticism he should have had no problem getting a 3 point shot off. However he never developed this skill and that is telling. It is a fundamental flaw. One that will greatly hurt his NBA aspirations.
Not only imagine his NBA chances if he had 3 point shooting skills but wow would SHU be so much better for it too! It would change the whole dynamics and results of this season for the better!
How his shot when from last yr to this year will forever confuse me. But I can think of a bunch of players who came into the NBA with no shot and did pretty well. Not putting him in their class of course, but how bout Magic and Kidd and I am sure a bunch of lower level players I cant think of.When I say killer instinct that includes the work ethic needed to maximize your talent.
Kooks can do so much more than the average player, Even the above average player. But with that talent he has to drastically improve his jump shot. That can only be done through repetition and incredibly long hours in the gym
It's a price you have to pay and without the work ethic to do so you will never be the best version of yourself.
let me translate
1) cant shoot a lick
2) cant defend a lick
3) will have absolutely no mismatch in an NBA post
How much could he expect to earn if he stays with us? I'd love for someone with more NIL knowledge than I (that would be most fans) at least to speculate.NIL - 500K for Kooks- he stays in College next year. That is what NIL is all about - keep the best players longer.
Pay more than G-League and International - makes for better TV revenue.
That’s a great question. As far as I’m concerned we should offer kadary and Dre everything we got. The rest can be figured out.How much could he expect to earn if he stays with us? I'd love for someone with more NIL knowledge than I (that would be most fans) at least to speculate.
Def what I would do too.That’s a great question. As far as I’m concerned we should offer kadary and Dre everything we got. The rest can be figured out.
Idk if it’ll ever be that with him but he definitely took a step forward with Shaheen overall (the odd 2 game sit out notwithstanding lol). Everyone saw the video with Boeheim talking about his lack of work ethic and Sha did a lot to drive him.It's clear as I said early in the season that Richmond plays free safety for the team. Does he get burned at times? Absolutely. But more often than not the outcome is a positive.
The key to me is his being 100% engaged as he was last night. Because the only flaw I see is that at times he doesn't close out quickly enough.
Last night that was not an issue. From the opening tip he had that look in his eyes. A look that I only wish I could see every game. Because only then do we see that Kooks effects a game as much as any player in the conference.
I’ll third this. We’re worried about a youth and portal movement next year. We should give it our all to lure those two back next year and give it another run.Def what I would do too.
Just want to note as monitor I have to read every single post. That can at times be tedious. But it's always been a pleasure to read Piratz. He's obviously a Pirate fan but his posts, even when negative are balanced and well thought out.Idk if it’ll ever be that with him but he definitely took a step forward with Shaheen overall (the odd 2 game sit out notwithstanding lol). Everyone saw the video with Boeheim talking about his lack of work ethic and Sha did a lot to drive him.
I also agree. Those two would form a great foundation for next year and the incoming freshman.That’s a great question. As far as I’m concerned we should offer kadary and Dre everything we got. The rest can be figured out.
He was also a kid with Boeheim, and is now a 22 year old grown man. Huge difference. Kids mature. People mature. Kadary was a top flight prospect and even Jimmy B touted his abilities on the way out, as I recall. A kid with top 50 ranking out of HS developing the way Richmond has over 4 years isn’t really a surprise. It happens all the time, and often much sooner than with KR’s trajectory.Idk if it’ll ever be that with him but he definitely took a step forward with Shaheen overall (the odd 2 game sit out notwithstanding lol). Everyone saw the video with Boeheim talking about his lack of work ethic and Sha did a lot to drive him.
Thank you, much appreciated. This board has lots of great posters who are diehards and dedicated, which makes it a pleasure. Different styles and perspectives makes it all the better too and without everyone participating there’s nothing. It must be a ton of work for you and others to help to maintain the standard, but your effort makes a positive difference and is meaningful to everyone… including the basketball program itself, IMO. Look at the fundraising, engagement, etc. 👏👏Just want to note as monitor I have to read every single post. That can at times be tedious. But it's always been a pleasure to read Piratz. He's obviously a Pirate fan but his posts, even when negative are balanced and well thought out.
Just want to note as monitor I have to read every single post. That can at times be tedious. But it's always been a pleasure to read Piratz. He's obviously a Pirate fan but his posts, even when negative are balanced and well thought out.
Richmond doesn’t have anywhere near the shooting ability or skill of Brunson, among other things, and he isn’t in the same stratosphere as Brunson as a college player.I use Brunson as an example
A good college player not a game changer. Kind of slow footed etc..
But look what a tremendous pro he has become.
Richmond is bigger and is a game changer...
He could be a tremendous pro !