RockRaines Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 QUOTE (IlliniKrush @ Sep 5, 2014 -> 12:12 AM) I absolutely love Groce, as if you didn't know that already from the college ball thread the past 2 years. I know he hasn't "accomplished anything" yet but I'm behind him 100%. Maybe I'll be totally wrong on it but I think he's the guy to bring this program back to where it was/should be. One of these recruits here is going to hit, just has to, and off we go. It was a blessing in disguise, IMO, that Smart nor Stevens came here. Look at the interested recruits, its plain as day to everyone. Its mentioned all the time on our board. They still want to bribe him to come back when Thad's health gets worse although insiders have said Sean Miller would be interested in coming back (I dont get that). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IlliniKrush Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 QUOTE (RockRaines @ Sep 5, 2014 -> 12:17 AM) Look at the interested recruits, its plain as day to everyone. Its mentioned all the time on our board. They still want to bribe him to come back when Thad's health gets worse although insiders have said Sean Miller would be interested in coming back (I dont get that). You stay the f*** away Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockRaines Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 QUOTE (IlliniKrush @ Sep 5, 2014 -> 12:25 AM) You stay the f*** away Obviously Miller would be a home run, but anyone from the tree would be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boogua Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 QUOTE (RockRaines @ Sep 5, 2014 -> 12:17 AM) Look at the interested recruits, its plain as day to everyone. Its mentioned all the time on our board. They still want to bribe him to come back when Thad's health gets worse although insiders have said Sean Miller would be interested in coming back (I dont get that). Yeah, Ohio State is a great job, but I can't see Miller leaving Zona for anything other than a team like UK, UNC, or Duke. I also can't see Groce leaving Illinois for another B1G school unless something goes wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GGajewski18 Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 Man I hope Evans commits this weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenksismyhero Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 (edited) My hope is Evans commits this weekend and Thomas commits in 2 weeks. Doesn't sound like Evans' trip to USC went all that well (describing it as "pretty good.") and I just can't see either of them pulling the trigger on OK State. Edited September 5, 2014 by Jenksismybitch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GGajewski18 Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 QUOTE (Jenksismyb**** @ Sep 5, 2014 -> 11:24 AM) My hope is Evans commits this weekend and Thomas commits in 2 weeks. Doesn't sound like Evans' trip to USC went all that well (describing it as "pretty good.") and I just can't see either of them pulling the trigger on OK State. I agree, I don't think Evans lasts until his visit with OSU. I really think he commits this weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenksismyhero Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 Michael O'Brien @michaelsobrien 21m "There is a growing belief that Brunson's recruitment could end sooner rather than later" http://bit.ly/1pxFqQt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 When I was being recruited for baseball, I had one coach that really went negative. He also said "if [school X] wants you, though, you'd be crazy to go here and not there." So I realized he was indeed probably an asshole, but was also trying to just shoot straight with me. It's all about delivery when it comes to recruiting. My exposure to it tells me that you can often get the recruit to tell you what's bad about their other schools and when you hammer that point (not by talking about it explicitly, but emphasizing how your school does that exact thing well), the kid connects the dots. Them or the parents, that is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IlliniKrush Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 I'm going to Illinois! No, I'M going to Illinois, I called it first! Great news guys, we have room for both of youuuuuuuuuuu! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buehrle>Wood Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 Brunson committed on his visit. I'm guessing it's only not public because his father rescinded it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IlliniKrush Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 QUOTE (Buehrle>Wood @ Sep 5, 2014 -> 03:10 PM) Brunson committed on his visit. I'm guessing it's only not public because his father rescinded it. Not buying it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenksismyhero Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 Where did those rumors come from? I don't see anything on the boards, although it could be buried. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 QUOTE (IlliniKrush @ Sep 5, 2014 -> 03:31 PM) Not buying it. It would've leaked by someone if he did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GGajewski18 Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 QUOTE (Buehrle>Wood @ Sep 5, 2014 -> 03:10 PM) Brunson committed on his visit. I'm guessing it's only not public because his father rescinded it. No chance. QUOTE (Jenksismyb**** @ Sep 5, 2014 -> 04:03 PM) Where did those rumors come from? I don't see anything on the boards, although it could be buried. I'm on the boards and have seen nothing of it. Posters have been dropping hints that they have heard Illinois should be getting one of Brunson or Evans. And another just dropped a hint of Bragg. QUOTE (Brian @ Sep 5, 2014 -> 04:33 PM) It would've leaked by someone if he did. Easily. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buehrle>Wood Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 QUOTE (Jenksismyb**** @ Sep 5, 2014 -> 04:03 PM) Where did those rumors come from? I don't see anything on the boards, although it could be buried. Me probably. It'll come out if it hasn't already. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IlliniKrush Posted September 6, 2014 Share Posted September 6, 2014 QUOTE (Buehrle>Wood @ Sep 5, 2014 -> 06:25 PM) Me probably. It'll come out if it hasn't already. Me probably? OK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buehrle>Wood Posted September 6, 2014 Share Posted September 6, 2014 ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted September 6, 2014 Share Posted September 6, 2014 QUOTE (Buehrle>Wood @ Sep 5, 2014 -> 07:30 PM) ? No offense, but I think he means you're not the most reputable source. Would need further evidence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buehrle>Wood Posted September 6, 2014 Share Posted September 6, 2014 Yeah. As I said, it'll come out soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IlliniKrush Posted September 6, 2014 Share Posted September 6, 2014 QUOTE (Buehrle>Wood @ Sep 5, 2014 -> 07:30 PM) ? He asked where you got that from or where it started, you said "me probably." So you were there when he committed, is the only conclusion you can draw from that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buehrle>Wood Posted September 6, 2014 Share Posted September 6, 2014 (edited) Oh I just meant I didn't know if what I heard was on any of the forums. Used to be religious following recruiting until black Friday last year burned me out. Honestly thought we had about a 0% chance on Brunson until last Saturday Edited September 6, 2014 by Buehrle>Wood Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IlliniKrush Posted September 6, 2014 Share Posted September 6, 2014 QUOTE (Buehrle>Wood @ Sep 5, 2014 -> 08:14 PM) Oh I just meant I didn't know if what I heard was on any of the forums. Used to be religious following recruiting until black Friday last year burned me out. Honestly thought we had about a 0% chance on Brunson until last Saturday So you have some sort of source, but this hasn't been out anywhere? And you're saying Jalen said I'm in, and his Dad said no, you're not? Where does that leave it now? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buehrle>Wood Posted September 6, 2014 Share Posted September 6, 2014 Yes. Yes. And the dad part was pure speculation on my part. I'm not sure why it didn't last through the weekend (or it may have lasted and simply is being kept quiet for now but that seems less likely). I would imagine we are the considerable favorites either way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GGajewski18 Posted September 7, 2014 Share Posted September 7, 2014 Ryan Baker @RyanBakerSports · 44m It could be a VERY good morning for @JohnGroce & @IlliniHoops with Jawun Evans @Hungry_humble0 #Illini Ryan Baker @RyanBakerSports · 27m Tough decision for #IlliniHoops to make with in-state star Jalen Brunson still hanging & Jawun Evans ready to bite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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