s4hoyas
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Post by s4hoyas on Feb 11, 2020 19:35:13 GMT -5
His shot blocking reminds me of young PE coming out of HS...hope they form a bond...
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Post by michaelgrahmstylie on Feb 11, 2020 20:31:21 GMT -5
Much more athletic than Wahab. Reminds me of a young PE.
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hoyas315
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Post by hoyas315 on Feb 14, 2020 10:34:58 GMT -5
There is a very slim chance Cisse makes the move into the 2020 class, but it is an option. Arguably the best shot-blocker in America, Cisse could immediately impact a high-major program from the day that he steps onto campus.
Many had assumed that his move to Lausanne Collegiate School would lead to a commitment to the local Memphis program. While the Tigers are involved, the connection between prospect and program is overblown. Rather, the sweepstakes for Cisse is wide-open. He has already taken an official visit to Florida State, and is a top target for programs such as Georgetown, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky and UConn. If there is a sleeper in all of this, it is LSU. If Cisse does reclassify, the Tigers would be his likeliest landing spot.
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Post by ColumbiaHeightsHoya on Feb 14, 2020 10:40:14 GMT -5
There is a very slim chance Cisse makes the move into the 2020 class, but it is an option. Arguably the best shot-blocker in America, Cisse could immediately impact a high-major program from the day that he steps onto campus. Many had assumed that his move to Lausanne Collegiate School would lead to a commitment to the local Memphis program. While the Tigers are involved, the connection between prospect and program is overblown. Rather, the sweepstakes for Cisse is wide-open. He has already taken an official visit to Florida State, and is a top target for programs such as Georgetown, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky and UConn. If there is a sleeper in all of this, it is LSU. If Cisse does reclassify, the Tigers would be his likeliest landing spot. I sense a "Strong ass offer" coming in from Wade. Not every kid gets paid and many programs don't have to do this. LSU just reeks of cheating though. Despite the talent, Wade hasn't been able to do much with it. He is the Mike Hopkins of the south.
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Post by EtomicB on Feb 14, 2020 11:34:47 GMT -5
There is a very slim chance Cisse makes the move into the 2020 class, but it is an option. Arguably the best shot-blocker in America, Cisse could immediately impact a high-major program from the day that he steps onto campus. Many had assumed that his move to Lausanne Collegiate School would lead to a commitment to the local Memphis program. While the Tigers are involved, the connection between prospect and program is overblown. Rather, the sweepstakes for Cisse is wide-open. He has already taken an official visit to Florida State, and is a top target for programs such as Georgetown, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky and UConn. If there is a sleeper in all of this, it is LSU. If Cisse does reclassify, the Tigers would be his likeliest landing spot. I sense a "Strong ass offer" coming in from Wade. Not every kid gets paid and many programs don't have to do this. LSU just reeks of cheating though. Despite the talent, Wade hasn't been able to do much with it. He is the Mike Hopkins of the south. Not trying to defend Will Wade's rule breaking but on the court his team came in 1st in the SEC and went to the sweet 16 last season... Plus he has the team in 1st place again this season...
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Bigs"R"Us
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Post by Bigs"R"Us on Feb 14, 2020 12:07:22 GMT -5
Tremont Waters recruitment still reeks! đź¤
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Post by ColumbiaHeightsHoya on Feb 14, 2020 12:48:33 GMT -5
There is a very slim chance Cisse makes the move into the 2020 class, but it is an option. Arguably the best shot-blocker in America, Cisse could immediately impact a high-major program from the day that he steps onto campus. Many had assumed that his move to Lausanne Collegiate School would lead to a commitment to the local Memphis program. While the Tigers are involved, the connection between prospect and program is overblown. Rather, the sweepstakes for Cisse is wide-open. He has already taken an official visit to Florida State, and is a top target for programs such as Georgetown, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky and UConn. If there is a sleeper in all of this, it is LSU. If Cisse does reclassify, the Tigers would be his likeliest landing spot. I sense a "Strong ass offer" coming in from Wade. Not every kid gets paid and many programs don't have to do this. LSU just reeks of cheating though. Despite the talent, Wade hasn't been able to do much with it. He is the Mike Hopkins of the south. It's probably because they are down south I just don't notice.
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LCPolo18
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Post by LCPolo18 on Feb 18, 2020 11:54:44 GMT -5
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Post by RBHoya on Feb 18, 2020 12:53:58 GMT -5
Funny how Cisse cites Ewing as one of his favorite NBA players, though he was likely born around 2003, which would be after Ewing had retired. It may just be lip service, or it could be that he has watched youtube videos and sees himself in young Patrick.
I've long felt that Coach Ewing has wanted his own Patrick Ewing--in other words, a big kid with elite talent, not necessarily from the area, who he can form a special connection/father-like bond with and who can elevate the program's national profile. It's obviously very early but I wonder if there isn't a bit of that vibe on both sides in this recruitment. There are obvious on-court similarities. Cisse could be one of the best shotblockers to enter college basketball in years. The bloom coming off the rose a bit for Penny at Memphis doesn't hurt.
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Post by hoyazeke on Feb 18, 2020 13:37:00 GMT -5
Funny how Cisse cites Ewing as one of his favorite NBA players, though he was likely born around 2003, which would be after Ewing had retired. It may just be lip service, or it could be that he has watched youtube videos and sees himself in young Patrick. I've long felt that Coach Ewing has wanted his own Patrick Ewing--in other words, a big kid with elite talent, not necessarily from the area, who he can form a special connection/father-like bond with and who can elevate the program's national profile. It's obviously very early but I wonder if there isn't a bit of that vibe on both sides in this recruitment. There are obvious on-court similarities. Cisse could be one of the best shotblockers to enter college basketball in years. The bloom coming off the rose a bit for Penny at Memphis doesn't hurt. You don't think he sees himself in Q? I don't really remember college Ewing but physically/visually they appear similar...and Q is definitely the closest since Zo.....IMO
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Post by wponds on Feb 18, 2020 13:39:03 GMT -5
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Post by DudeSlade on Feb 18, 2020 14:32:13 GMT -5
The last guy I can remember being able to go above the backboard was Dwight Howard. That's ridiculous hops, even with the height. Come to Gtown and he'd learn to be an absolute terror defensively. Also, I don't mean to quibble when the kid's stat line is very impressive, but where did 247/Evan Daniels learn to do math? "he’s averaging a triple-double – 19.7 points, 15.3 rebounds and 9.2 blocks a game." 9.2 is not double figures. It's a ridiculous stat, crazy impressive. But that decimal point means it's only single digits.
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Post by Bigs"R"Us on Feb 18, 2020 14:44:49 GMT -5
Would change the perception and trajectory of the program.
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Post by RBHoya on Feb 18, 2020 15:00:34 GMT -5
Funny how Cisse cites Ewing as one of his favorite NBA players, though he was likely born around 2003, which would be after Ewing had retired. It may just be lip service, or it could be that he has watched youtube videos and sees himself in young Patrick. I've long felt that Coach Ewing has wanted his own Patrick Ewing--in other words, a big kid with elite talent, not necessarily from the area, who he can form a special connection/father-like bond with and who can elevate the program's national profile. It's obviously very early but I wonder if there isn't a bit of that vibe on both sides in this recruitment. There are obvious on-court similarities. Cisse could be one of the best shotblockers to enter college basketball in years. The bloom coming off the rose a bit for Penny at Memphis doesn't hurt. You don't think he sees himself in Q? I don't really remember college Ewing but physically/visually they appear similar...and Q is definitely the closest since Zo.....IMO I do think Patrick may see a bit of his younger self in Cisse, that's what I was trying to imply. Don't know much about Cisse off the court but there's a definite resemblance on the court. Other than Yurtseven all of the big guys he has recruited have been rim protectors, some with potential to be elite in that area. Cisse tops them all. An eraser like that near the basket just does so much for your defense and covers so many other potential issues. Not to mention the psychological impact, especially on the college level. Even really good scorers are going to think twice before going to the basket because nobody wants to get their layup attempt swatted into outer space on national tv. Can't get my hopes too high yet as the LSUs, Kentuckys and Florida States of the world are going to circle a kid like Cisse. But he's the type of kid we hoped Patrick would connect with when he took over. The fact that Pat flew back down there to watch him recently after an initial scouting mission last year is a good sign that he felt there was some connection, and Cisse's quotes are reason to be at least a little optimistic. Will be tough, but he's one 5 star player we can make a compelling pitch to and so I'm glad we're giving it a shot in this case.
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Post by swhoya on Feb 18, 2020 18:56:17 GMT -5
Funny how Cisse cites Ewing as one of his favorite NBA players, though he was likely born around 2003, which would be after Ewing had retired. It may just be lip service, or it could be that he has watched youtube videos and sees himself in young Patrick. I've long felt that Coach Ewing has wanted his own Patrick Ewing--in other words, a big kid with elite talent, not necessarily from the area, who he can form a special connection/father-like bond with and who can elevate the program's national profile. It's obviously very early but I wonder if there isn't a bit of that vibe on both sides in this recruitment. There are obvious on-court similarities. Cisse could be one of the best shotblockers to enter college basketball in years. The bloom coming off the rose a bit for Penny at Memphis doesn't hurt. Woah. Unless you're a certified psychologist (and so far as I know, there's only one on this board), perhaps you can back off just a lil' bit on projecting on PE's needs and wants. Does PE want a player of elite caliber, similar to himself? Of course. As does every other coach in the land. But jumping to PE's need to connect on an emotional level with the kid? Hmmmm. But back to the kid, everything I read about him makes me think he should be a Hoya. Do we need 4 centers on the roster? Of course not. But if you can get a kid like this, you get him.
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Post by ewingitrust on Feb 18, 2020 19:16:02 GMT -5
Funny how Cisse cites Ewing as one of his favorite NBA players, though he was likely born around 2003, which would be after Ewing had retired. It may just be lip service, or it could be that he has watched youtube videos and sees himself in young Patrick. I've long felt that Coach Ewing has wanted his own Patrick Ewing--in other words, a big kid with elite talent, not necessarily from the area, who he can form a special connection/father-like bond with and who can elevate the program's national profile. It's obviously very early but I wonder if there isn't a bit of that vibe on both sides in this recruitment. There are obvious on-court similarities. Cisse could be one of the best shotblockers to enter college basketball in years. The bloom coming off the rose a bit for Penny at Memphis doesn't hurt. im thinking along these lines as well. The fact Cisse himself said he wants to visit Gtown is encouraging. 2021 Chet, Cisse or Efton Reid have to be a Hoya.
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LCPolo18
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Post by LCPolo18 on Mar 3, 2020 8:38:43 GMT -5
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Post by hoyaboya on Mar 3, 2020 9:47:18 GMT -5
Even if Anselem does choose LSU and is in Baton Rouge this fall, it will not stop the Tigers from continuing their pursuit of Moussa Cisse. The top-10 junior has already taken an official visit to Florida State, and Georgetown, Kentucky, and Memphis are also potential landing spots. However, LSU is definitely one of the few to beat and might even be among the leaders for him. The idea that Cisse could make the leap into the 2020 class has gotten stronger by the week, though a few hurdles remain before a reclassification actually takes place. basketballrecruiting.rivals.com/news/twitter-tuesday-greg-brown-grad-transfers-frank-anselem
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Post by HoyaDr on Mar 3, 2020 9:58:59 GMT -5
Even if Anselem does choose LSU and is in Baton Rouge this fall, it will not stop the Tigers from continuing their pursuit of Moussa Cisse. The top-10 junior has already taken an official visit to Florida State, and Georgetown, Kentucky, and Memphis are also potential landing spots. However, LSU is definitely one of the few to beat and might even be among the leaders for him. The idea that Cisse could make the leap into the 2020 class has gotten stronger by the week, though a few hurdles remain before a reclassification actually takes place. basketballrecruiting.rivals.com/news/twitter-tuesday-greg-brown-grad-transfers-frank-anselemUnfortunately all the chatter about him on social media involved either FSU, LSU, or Memphis. Like other recruits in the past, is he using us to legitimize his recruitment? I know we have to entertain the possibility of him actually coming to Georgetown. But I'm getting sick of us being listed alongside shady programs as potential landing spots and then having to see a stupid commitment post/video about the player committing to L$U or what have you.
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hoya73
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Post by hoya73 on Mar 3, 2020 11:57:37 GMT -5
Not sure I'd lump FSU among the shady. I think Leonard Hamilton runs a clean program, but I agree with the general sentiment, especially about LSU.
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