IDenj
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Post by IDenj on Apr 15, 2015 10:09:40 GMT -5
Different time different era. Kids all know each other and are in contact with other elite kids. They travel around the States to play games. For Ewing I'm sure it was a gamble. But at least JTJR had some pedigree and was an NBA C. With a ring. Top athletes want to compete with and against the best. 100% some, not all, would see this as a step down. That he wasn't prepared to compete at the highest level. Just my opinion. Don't wish any ill will towards him. Not like he is going to SU.
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jwp91
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Post by jwp91 on Apr 15, 2015 11:02:48 GMT -5
Enj.....we know what your decision would be....why don't we respect his?
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Post by hoyasaxa2003 on Apr 15, 2015 11:05:57 GMT -5
First, I doubt other elite kids are giving much thought to Ivan Rabb's choices since they are probably more consumed with themselves. Second, why should Rabb care about what other elite kids think? If the elite recruits are going to make decisions based on their peers, I don't think Georgetown would ever have much of a chance with them.
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hoyazeke
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Post by hoyazeke on Apr 15, 2015 11:18:15 GMT -5
Enj..... how about Simmons and Blakeney? Two top 10 kids that didn't choose a blue blood school. In fact they chose to go through them to achieve success. Are they perceived to have ducked competition? Your thinking is completely wrong on this topic. These top level athletes should think that they are the difference between a school being good or great. Not a school is the difference between them being good or great. ?
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Post by hoyasaxa2003 on Apr 15, 2015 15:33:13 GMT -5
I realize it's just a matter of opinion, but whether something is the "easy" way out probably depends on who you are dealing with. Remember, these are 17/18 year old kids.
For example, going the less known route has challenges: First, you generally don't have a coaching staff known for feeding the NBA (like Calipari). Second, there is no guarantee that your team is going to be great and get a load of attention. Third, more responsibility falls on your shoulders to excel because you are easily the best guy on your team.
The Kentucky / Kansas / Duke type of route also has challenges: First, you are going to a program that is going to be stacked with other talent, so faltering might end up with less playing time. Second, even if you are good, you might have trouble getting playing time simply because everybody else is so good. Third, it might be harder to distinguish yourself among your teammates.
Which approach is "easy" really depends on the kid. If you are the type of kid who doesn't have a ton of confidence, the first route might be "easier" because you aren't going to have to worry about other talent surpassing you. Instead, you will be secure that you aren't getting recruited over, and you can simply do your best to play. Contrarily, a kid with a ton of confidence might also thrive in such a situation, because they will instantly be the star and thrive on it.
On the other hand, the blue chip program could arguably be easier because it guarantees more attention, there might be more institutional support, and there may be less pressure to perform. I could see it going either way.
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Post by DanMcQ on May 3, 2015 0:09:11 GMT -5
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prhoya
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Post by prhoya on May 3, 2015 1:04:15 GMT -5
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DanMcQ
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Post by DanMcQ on May 3, 2015 6:11:15 GMT -5
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