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[UKHoops01]

Doesn't need a brick laying guard like Sonon.

And Momciliovic can play the 4. He's a nice pipe dream.

Well, I'd rather have Paul McNeil than Sonan, but I'm not the one putting this roster together... that's Mark Pope, and we're seeing what a lousy job he's doing with that task.

[KentuckyWild2020]

Billy Donovan is a free agent fresh out the NBA..


We need star power no if and or buts about it..

[UKHoops01]

KentuckyWild2020 ....the problem we're running into is that sorry A$$ AD of ours still has his position until June 30th, so we know nothing is being done until he is gone. Basically, Pope will be UK's coach this year barring Pope resigning on his own, which isn't happening. Donovan or any other top notch coach could offer to come to Lexington and coach for free, but it's not happening. Maybe after next year, if he's still a free agent.

[Pobilly]

I thought Hawthorne had gained weight.

Just switch him and Kam then. Still the same problem, neither is really a great fit at PF. But Kam is stronger, I’m sure.

As for Stokes, does he really mind playing a stretch 4 in a 4 out system? That’s a bit short sighted. He’s 6’7, 230. Mash was basically that size as a Freshman and played the 4 spot. Antoine Walker was skinnier than Stokes and played the 4 and some 5. He was really the best post scorer on the ‘96 team. He would be a matchup nightmare at the 4 spot, really. Bigger, slower guys trying to guard him. With the way he handles the rock, he could be deadly playing out on the perimeter with Diallo, Wilkins, and Kam. That would really spread the floor and allow him to operate in space against bigger, slower guys.

But kids get all caught up in playing certain positions, so that might be an issue.

I’m not sure really what Stokes is looking for in a team. Are we sure he wants to be on a loaded team? I don’t really see UK, KU, or Oregon realistically competing for a title even with Stokes, so he’s probably not overly concerned about being a contender, based on the 3 schools he is supposedly down to. If he wanted to really have a shot at a ring, wouldn’t he be considering Duke, UConn, or UF? Those are the schools that look like contenders, at least on paper.

Heck, for all we know, he might be looking for the place where he can get the most touches/shots. The less talent around him the more likely he can score 20-30 a night. Who knows what this kid is thinking.

Agree who knows what this kid is thinking. But he really loves the recruiting spotlight. He is making sure it is on him. Hopefully by next week we have the final decision. Would love it to be UK but honestly I think we are 3rd. Oregon Nike school that has tons of money as well. Probably Oregon KU and then UK. Just an uneducated guess.

[fastkat]

Agree who knows what this kid is thinking. But he really loves the recruiting spotlight. He is making sure it is on him. Hopefully by next week we have the final decision. Would love it to be UK but honestly I think we are 3rd. Oregon Nike school that has tons of money as well. Probably Oregon KU and then UK. Just an uneducated guess.

For me the thing with Stokes is just that, the way he or his handlers are playing UK and Kansas. It makes me wonder if he could be a locker room cancer.

[KentuckyWild2020]

KentuckyWild2020 ....the problem we're running into is that sorry A$$ AD of ours still has his position until June 30th, so we know nothing is being done until he is gone. Basically, Pope will be UK's coach this year barring Pope resigning on his own, which isn't happening. Donovan or any other top notch coach could offer to come to Lexington and coach for free, but it's not happening. Maybe after next year, if he's still a free agent.

If the people above Barnhardt had some brass they would hire Billy as GM right now, get him off the street..

[bucsrule8872]

Agree who knows what this kid is thinking. But he really loves the recruiting spotlight. He is making sure it is on him. Hopefully by next week we have the final decision. Would love it to be UK but honestly I think we are 3rd. Oregon Nike school that has tons of money as well. Probably Oregon KU and then UK. Just an uneducated guess.

I think we finish 2nd because of Nike. He will ultimately sign with Oregon, but it will come down to the Nike schools.

Why?

Do not underestimate a teenagers love for his shoes. Shoes are extremely important to young athletes.

If he goes to KU, it’s because of Kinney and Self. But I think he goes with the shoes.

Oregon is the compromise school, IMHO.

[South jones]

I'm afraid that Stokes and his agent are playing Pope the just like the Freeman sideshow

[Cawood86]

I would like to be able trust Pope to clear this up.....right now I don't. You're at UK coach....don't get hung up waiting on anyone.

[bucsrule8872]

Another crazy rumor out there.

Yessoufou and Momcilovic to UK for $14 million.

Highly unlikely to be true, but that would get me excited.

Two top 5 portal players. Would solidify the starting five.

G Diallo/M. Williams
G Wilkins/K. Williams
F Yessoufou/Hawthorne/Noah
F Momcilovic/McBride(supposedly a done deal)
C Moreno/Potter

If we can add Dynes, D. Williams, Keita, or another decent backup Center, then even better.

But I would be content if we just add Yess and Mom. That’s two double digit scorers in the Big 12 last year. Would be a killer 1-2 punch.

I’d rather have either of those two than Stokes. Rather have those two together than one of them with Stokes.

Give me proven college stars and less drama.

[Pobilly]

Another crazy rumor out there.

Yessoufou and Momcilovic to UK for $14 million.

Highly unlikely to be true, but that would get me excited.

Two top 5 portal players. Would solidify the starting five.

G Diallo/M. Williams
G Wilkins/K. Williams
F Yessoufou/Hawthorne/Noah
F Momcilovic/McBride(supposedly a done deal)
C Moreno/Potter

If we can add Dynes, D. Williams, Keita, or another decent backup Center, then even better.

But I would be content if we just add Yess and Mom. That’s two double digit scorers in the Big 12 last year. Would be a killer 1-2 punch.

I’d rather have either of those two than Stokes. Rather have those two together than one of them with Stokes.

Give me proven college stars and less drama.

This was debunked on X by the real Trilly Donavan.

[Rondo#9]

Obviously not going to happen, but man that would amazing.

This was debunked on X by the real Trilly Donavan.

Where does Trilly D think both of those players will end up eventually? Don't tease me brother, drop the full scoop.

I'm guessing if not NBA.... then Yessoufou to UCLA.. & Momciliovic back to Iowa State , or to Kansas if Stokes picks Oregon.

[UKHoops01]

This was debunked on X by the real Trilly Donavan.

Trilly Donovan has been known to be wrong on occasion.

[Pobilly]

Trilly Donovan has been known to be wrong on occasion.

Evidently the original post was from Trilly Donavan. He came out and said it was a fake account and not a real post or any inside info.

[Pobilly]

Obviously not going to happen, but man that would amazing.




Where does Trilly D think both of those players will end up eventually? Don't tease me brother, drop the full scoop.

I'm guessing if not NBA.... then Yessoufou to UCLA.. & Momciliovic back to Iowa State , or to Kansas if Stokes picks Oregon.

He just said the post showed from him but it was a fake account. He did not specify anything of substance, just the account was fake and news untrue.