2019 Recruiting

Are any of the recruits we’re after expected to commit anytime soon?

Is there any indication they plan on signing in November or waiting until the late period?
 
BCSooners said:
If OU takes 6 freshmen my guess is 2 will eventually transfer.
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Perfect. That means we get 4 quality players and 2 free scholarships.

Kentucky gets 6 1st round picks.
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Freshmen can play key roles on championship caliber teams, and it's not just UK, KU, and Duke that are doing it. OU got to #4 last year with Trae and Manek in the starting five. Sure, plenty of players take time to develop, but a high number of freshman are elite every year--even the ones not projected as lottery picks coming out of HS. If we bring in 6 top 150 HS players, it's easy to see 3-4 of them being quality rotation players as true freshmen.
 
"First up, he seems like a very likable kid that the other players gravitate towards and would fit what Lon and staff want at OU."



Me: What does she look like?

You: She has a great personality.
 
Eielson said:
Perfect. That means we get 4 quality players and 2 free scholarships.



Freshmen can play key roles on championship caliber teams, and it's not just UK, KU, and Duke that are doing it. OU got to #4 last year with Trae and Manek in the starting five. Sure, plenty of players take time to develop, but a high number of freshman are elite every year--even the ones not projected as lottery picks coming out of HS. If we bring in 6 top 150 HS players, it's easy to see 3-4 of them being quality rotation players as true freshmen.
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Or you could instead take a grad transfer who is ready to contribute from day 1. That way if you have 1-3 freshmen who need to improve some you now can let them get their feet wet before they are heavy minute contributors. It also helps balance out the classes.

Also I don't think the coaches want to go through the grind of recruiting 6 guys and have 2 of them transfer.

Other than the blue bloods please name a team that competes for championships with 4-6 true freshmen playing significant minutes. Even KU, UK, Duke, UNC, etc. have their best seasons with some starting upperclassmen.
 
I don’t twitter but I give it 2 thumbs up if it happens. The comments on 3- 4 HS commits, a grad
and JC commit has a lot of merit. It does balance the class.
 
Hopefully, we can get a positive update about Malik’s visit over the weekend.
 
dsuits said:
Coach at Daytona State tweeted out that Corbin has gained 20 lbs this summer and is up to 247 lbs. I guess rivals was right. Seems like Corbin isn't afraid to work.

https://twitter.com/Brock_Morris/status/1026782962510168064
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Impressive! He definitely looks the part of a young man who is not afraid of hardwork.

DSuits, I didn’t know he has three years to play until I read your post. That makes a big difference to me. If he continues to work hard on his game and his body, he could be a beast in time.

As I said before, I like his size, his toughness and his aggressive approach to the game. If he decides to be a Sooner, I’ll be happy.
 
AdaSooner said:
Impressive! He definitely looks the part of a young man who is not afraid of hardwork.

DSuits, I didn’t know he has three years to play until I read your post. That makes a big difference to me. If he continues to work hard on his game and his body, he could be a beast in time.

As I said before, I like his size, his toughness and his aggressive approach to the game. If he decides to be a Sooner, I’ll be happy.
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Bob Pyrzblyo said he had a foot stress fracture last year and redshirted. I'm interested to see how he does this year. Lon and staff got on him early, seems like you can say that about a lot of kids.


What are your thoughts on the remaining targets? BC and Coachtalk know way more than me but I think you take Tyson if he wants to jump. I understand and agree it's best to try and balance out a big class but Etienne is a top 100 player and can flat out get it. He played this summer with the Coal Anthony, the #3 overall player and wasn't overshadowed as an afterthought. I've seen him listed at 6'1"-6-3" range but can shoot lights out from deep and is more than capable of sliding over and running the show. If Harmon decides the NBA is his distenation after one year you have to take a chance on finding the right grad trans/juco or start back over by adding a freshman. If by some chance we add Hall and he bolts in a year or two that leaves you with Hill and Victor out of that freshman class. The 2020 crop of talent looks really good so I could see Lon holding off but I don't think it's a slam dunk you turn Tyson away. Who knows, he very well could go somewhere else but I've thought he was a take since the offer.

Here's a 2 minute clip I'd encourage people to watch that gives you a little taste of Tyson's punching power.
https://youtu.be/jAvCvdEfLhg
 
dsuits said:
Bob Pyrzblyo said he had a foot stress fracture last year and redshirted. I'm interested to see how he does this year. Lon and staff got on him early, seems like you can say that about a lot of kids.


What are your thoughts on the remaining targets? BC and Coachtalk know way more than me but I think you take Tyson if he wants to jump. I understand and agree it's best to try and balance out a big class but Etienne is a top 100 player and can flat out get it. He played this summer with the Coal Anthony, the #3 overall player and wasn't overshadowed as an afterthought. I've seen him listed at 6'1"-6-3" range but can shoot lights out from deep and is more than capable of sliding over and running the show. If Harmon decides the NBA is his distenation after one year you have to take a chance on finding the right grad trans/juco or start back over by adding a freshman. If by some chance we add Hall and he bolts in a year or two that leaves you with Hill and Victor out of that freshman class. The 2020 crop of talent looks really good so I could see Lon holding off but I don't think it's a slam dunk you turn Tyson away. Who knows, he very well could go somewhere else but I've thought he was a take since the offer.

Here's a 2 minute clip I'd encourage people to watch that gives you a little taste of Tyson's punching power.
https://youtu.be/jAvCvdEfLhg
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I prefer Tyson (I know hall is higher rated). But obviously would take either him or hall. I think we need another guard. Save the last ship for a grad transfer.
 
DSuits, I’m with you on Tyson Etienne! He’s a scorer deluxe, and so athletic, I don’t see how our coaches could pass on him if he wants to bea Sooner.

I’m also a huge Malik Hall fan! I got excited when I saw his tweet about OU. He would be a great addition to our 2019 class!
 
CoachTalk said:
Also I don’t think Harmon is 1 and done.
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Good to know coach, I thought the same but was hit from others that the plan was one and out. After the gold medal, I though it was more of a possibility than I originally gave credence too. I guess that's a lot of players strategy, but you're only as good as your plan b sometimes. If he dominates and leaves, it's still a great day for the program but sticking around and building something is special in its own right as well.

I'm glad others are on board with Tyson, I was starting to think I was seeing something that wasn't there. Kid looks fantastic and could help out immediately IMO. Love Hall as well, but I think position of need is more in the backcourt but we'd be lucky to get either.

I'm happy for Coach and the staff. They turned over a lot of stones and their hard work is paying off. Great job Crutch, Hartman, Kevin and Shepherd.
 
I am hoping for Etienne and Hall both. I am greedy.
 
dsuits said:
Good to know coach, I thought the same but was hit from others that the plan was one and out. After the gold medal, I though it was more of a possibility than I originally gave credence too. I guess that's a lot of players strategy, but you're only as good as your plan b sometimes. If he dominates and leaves, it's still a great day for the program but sticking around and building something is special in its own right as well.

I'm glad others are on board with Tyson, I was starting to think I was seeing something that wasn't there. Kid looks fantastic and could help out immediately IMO. Love Hall as well, but I think position of need is more in the backcourt but we'd be lucky to get either.

I'm happy for Coach and the staff. They turned over a lot of stones and their hard work is paying off. Great job Crutch, Hartman, Kevin and Shepherd.
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When in doubt, take the PG. Lock up the class. Wait for grad transfer and full court Bryce Thompson imo
 
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