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Title: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on March 24, 2023, 05:15:16 PM
 :eye:  warm it up

https://ukathletics.com/sports/mbball/roster/player/sahvir-wheeler/

Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on March 26, 2023, 11:12:54 AM
(https://media1.giphy.com/media/ss4UU3P25hzkY1W2iP/giphy.gif)
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on March 26, 2023, 11:15:12 AM
he doesn’t have the outside shot that ‘quis has but there’s strong rumblings that he’s coming

it would be great to have a guy with his experience in the locker room for the young cat rj jones (certified beast)
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on March 26, 2023, 11:19:09 AM
Tomlin can be a relied upon post scorer. I have faith. However, I would like us to land a proven post scorer via the portal.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Cartierfor3 on March 26, 2023, 11:21:23 AM
Is there like a Portal master list somewhere?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on March 26, 2023, 11:22:31 AM
you’re looking at it!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: catastrophe on March 26, 2023, 11:51:13 AM
This has to be the first year after the bball season is over that my first thought is how excited I am about next bball season instead of getting pumped for FB.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on March 26, 2023, 12:12:16 PM
Tomlin can be a relied upon post scorer. I have faith. However, I would like us to land a proven post scorer via the portal.

He's a wing, we need a banger. Rumblings are that Colbert has been good in practice, we'll see.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on March 26, 2023, 12:57:15 PM
Tomlin can be a relied upon post scorer. I have faith. However, I would like us to land a proven post scorer via the portal.

He's a wing, we need a banger. Rumblings are that Colbert has been good in practice, we'll see.
Yeah, a hard ass Hoskins type under sized effective down low scorer from a small school would be nice.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Mr Bread on March 26, 2023, 02:15:46 PM
Happy to see some hot itk nuggets blossoming on this hoops bbs. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: steaksdime on March 26, 2023, 05:30:11 PM
Is there like a Portal master list somewhere?
https://www.on3.com/transfer-portal/top/basketball/2023/ (https://www.on3.com/transfer-portal/top/basketball/2023/)
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on March 26, 2023, 07:24:51 PM
Are we thinking that everyone who has eligibility left will be back next season or should we anticipate some Frank'ings in the off season?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on March 26, 2023, 08:15:08 PM
https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/ranking-college-basketballs-best-transfers-for-2022-23-top-25-players-who-used-the-portal-to-find-a-new-team/


This is about three days old and already dated. The PG from Delaware whose dad played in the NBA sounds interesting. Doesn't include PG Kerr Kriisa from Arizona, who is probably to guy in the portal right now. I see KU going after him big time.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on March 26, 2023, 08:29:24 PM
Tomlin can be a relied upon post scorer. I have faith. However, I would like us to land a proven post scorer via the portal.

He's a wing, we need a banger. Rumblings are that Colbert has been good in practice, we'll see.
Yeah, a hard ass Hoskins type under sized effective down low scorer from a small school would be nice.

Yeah, need some bruisers. Guys like Mark Vital come to mind.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on March 26, 2023, 08:38:32 PM
Tomlin can be a relied upon post scorer. I have faith. However, I would like us to land a proven post scorer via the portal.

He's a wing, we need a banger. Rumblings are that Colbert has been good in practice, we'll see.
Yeah, a hard ass Hoskins type under sized effective down low scorer from a small school would be nice.

Yeah, need some bruisers. Guys like Mark Vital come to mind.

Lampkin, if Tang is convinced he won't be a disruptive head case.

Really, I trust Tang to know what he has in Dai Dai, RJ, Rich, Manning, Finister, Colbert and thatjuco 6-7 guard who redshirted, as well as Tomlin, N'Guessant, Carter and Ish. But it does seem we need rebounding and scoring. Would lave to get transfer PG, SF and inside help but only have room for 2 of those spots as it now stands.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: puniraptor on March 26, 2023, 08:40:00 PM
I feel cam cam will be a scorer
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on March 26, 2023, 08:59:14 PM
Give me tons of Jamars and Doms too
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on March 27, 2023, 12:00:26 AM
Are we thinking that everyone who has eligibility left will be back next season or should we anticipate some Frank'ings in the off season?

We'll see, but I doubt it. They didn't do that at Baylor and if you take Tang for his word development and camaraderie are hallmarks of his program, they certainly were at Baylor. I don't even know who would be good candidates to leave. Tykei? He has a COVID year left. Ish was non-committal when asked after the game. Dorian's mother was adamant on twitter that they love the program and he's coming back. N'Guessan and Cam aren't going anywhere.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on March 27, 2023, 12:02:32 AM
Tomlin can be a relied upon post scorer. I have faith. However, I would like us to land a proven post scorer via the portal.

He's a wing, we need a banger. Rumblings are that Colbert has been good in practice, we'll see.
Yeah, a hard ass Hoskins type under sized effective down low scorer from a small school would be nice.

Yeah, need some bruisers. Guys like Mark Vital come to mind.

Lampkin, if Tang is convinced he won't be a disruptive head case.

Really, I trust Tang to know what he has in Dai Dai, RJ, Rich, Manning, Finister, Colbert and thatjuco 6-7 guard who redshirted, as well as Tomlin, N'Guessant, Carter and Ish. But it does seem we need rebounding and scoring. Would lave to get transfer PG, SF and inside help but only have room for 2 of those spots as it now stands.

I know he's talked about how much he likes Lampkin but he doesn't suit how his bigs played this year. Doesn't mean he won't take him, but Lampkin isn't a rim runner and definitely can't switch on screens.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on March 27, 2023, 01:01:27 AM
This guy named Omar Stanley went to Link. I don't know if he's any good or not. 3-star big body. Maybe wants to be closer to home.

https://www.on3.com/db/omar-stanley-94082/
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Mr Bread on March 27, 2023, 02:23:21 AM
https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/ranking-college-basketballs-best-transfers-for-2022-23-top-25-players-who-used-the-portal-to-find-a-new-team/


This is about three days old and already dated. The PG from Delaware whose dad played in the NBA sounds interesting. Doesn't include PG Kerr Kriisa from Arizona, who is probably to guy in the portal right now. I see KU going after him big time.

I don't see how they sell that with Harris still there.  Unless he wanted to play off the ball, which seems unlikely because he's not been much of a scorer.  Leave Arizona to play a reduced role at KU?  Of course money talks, still tho. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on March 27, 2023, 10:41:34 AM
I can't stand Kerr Kriisa, he's soft.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on March 27, 2023, 10:48:01 AM
dude there’s nothing about arizona that you like
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on March 27, 2023, 11:00:56 AM
dude there’s nothing about arizona that you like

That's not true at all, I like Tommy Lloyd. I like Oumar Ballo. My dislike of Courtney Ramey is from his UT days, I just don't think he's very good. Kerr is kind of a punk.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: KCFDcat on March 27, 2023, 01:30:54 PM
Have seen a few tweets connecting us to a player or 2 from Georgetown. Would take
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on March 27, 2023, 01:47:03 PM
Have seen a few tweets connecting us to a player or 2 from Georgetown. Would take

I don't think that record can solely be placed on Ewing, that being said, they have 3 guys on their roster who were blue chip recruits

Dikembe's son, 4 star recruit
https://guhoyas.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/ryan-mutombo/13377

Top 150 recruit guard from Long Island. Won a state championship, we know Tang loves that.
https://guhoyas.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/jordan-riley/13378

Four star guard from New Jersey, didn't play much
https://guhoyas.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/denver-anglin/13995

Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: GregKSU1027 on March 27, 2023, 03:08:07 PM
Tomlin can be a relied upon post scorer. I have faith. However, I would like us to land a proven post scorer via the portal.

He's a wing, we need a banger. Rumblings are that Colbert has been good in practice, we'll see.
Would love a 7 foot tall Russian, America's next top Vlad if you will.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on March 27, 2023, 03:18:25 PM
Tomlin can be a relied upon post scorer. I have faith. However, I would like us to land a proven post scorer via the portal.

He's a wing, we need a banger. Rumblings are that Colbert has been good in practice, we'll see.
Would love a 7 foot tall Russian, America's next top Vlad if you will.
Does Olga Firsova have any offspring who play baskethoops?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on March 27, 2023, 03:57:28 PM
Tomlin can be a relied upon post scorer. I have faith. However, I would like us to land a proven post scorer via the portal.

He's a wing, we need a banger. Rumblings are that Colbert has been good in practice, we'll see.
Would love a 7 foot tall Russian, America's next top Vlad if you will.

Pass
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on March 27, 2023, 05:47:19 PM
Yeah, I don't want anything to do with Russian fascists. Might take a Ukrainian or Baltic states player if he fit Tang's system.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: KanSt43 on March 27, 2023, 06:20:52 PM
https://fansided.com/2023/03/27/caleb-love-transfer-rumors-3-destinations-st-johns-indiana-kansas-state/amp/3/

Their Caleb Love #1 spot landing is with Tang and company?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on March 27, 2023, 06:24:03 PM
https://fansided.com/2023/03/27/caleb-love-transfer-rumors-3-destinations-st-johns-indiana-kansas-state/amp/3/

Their Caleb Love #1 spot landing is with Tang and company?

Joy and Love!

https://twitter.com/caleb2love/status/1640444486957277202
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on March 27, 2023, 06:25:38 PM
Get him in the gym shooting threes tho.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Stevesie60 on March 27, 2023, 06:47:45 PM
Is there any chance of Keyontae coming back for another year?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Kid In the Hall on March 27, 2023, 07:08:48 PM
Is there any chance of Keyontae coming back for another year?

Never say never, but no.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on March 27, 2023, 09:29:54 PM
Rumblings of Ryan Mutombo, 7-1 Georgetown soph, may be headed our way. Yes, son of that Mutombo.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: kstater on March 27, 2023, 09:50:08 PM
Is there any chance of Keyontae coming back for another year?
I would imagine it'd have to be a pretty large check.  I'd throw in $100

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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Stevesie60 on March 28, 2023, 12:34:56 AM
Rumblings of Ryan Mutombo, 7-1 Georgetown soph, may be headed our way. Yes, son of that Mutombo.


Define "rumblings"
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on March 28, 2023, 07:34:39 AM
Rumblings of Ryan Mutombo, 7-1 Georgetown soph, may be headed our way. Yes, son of that Mutombo.


Define "rumblings"

 :impatient:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Hurricane Cat on March 28, 2023, 01:33:34 PM
Rumblings of Ryan Mutombo, 7-1 Georgetown soph, may be headed our way. Yes, son of that Mutombo.

I'm all in on this.   No idea on Ryan Mutombo's talent; simply would love to buy my son a K-State Mutombo jersey!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: KanSt43 on March 28, 2023, 01:44:08 PM
Raw talent. Pretty late bloomer/still developing. But we desperately need a rim protector (LSU kid maybe?) and rebounding, so I’m all for it. He has a decent shot/mid range game as well.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: OK_Cat on March 28, 2023, 01:45:40 PM
the last time I was super excited for a really tall guy was Jason Bennett  :buh-bye:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on March 28, 2023, 07:34:44 PM
the last time I was super excited for a really tall guy was Jason Bennett Freddy Asprilla :buh-bye:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: stunted on March 29, 2023, 01:56:23 AM
any sec player of the years available?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: BIG APPLE CAT on March 29, 2023, 08:45:54 AM
only the ones nobody wants (combo SEC PoY and DITR)
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: OB_Won on March 29, 2023, 12:48:16 PM
any sec player of the years available?
The good news is we finally have a desirable coaching staff that players want to play for. So, if there are any we'll be in the running.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: kstater on March 29, 2023, 12:50:07 PM
Ish?   

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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Dugout DickStone on March 29, 2023, 12:51:23 PM
Ish?   

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Gone
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Cire on March 29, 2023, 12:57:44 PM
3 spots with Ish gone?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Cire on March 29, 2023, 12:58:30 PM
PG
Rim Protector
Wing?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: ChiComCat on March 29, 2023, 12:58:45 PM
Darn, I'd have liked him off the bench.  If he wants to start, this is probably best.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 29, 2023, 01:16:59 PM
Ish?   

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Gone

Huge bummer
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on March 29, 2023, 01:17:50 PM
Ish?   

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Gone

Huge bummer
:frown:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WildcatNkilt on March 29, 2023, 01:25:23 PM
Rumors of possibly Anthony as well.  4 open spots.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: williamthewildcat on March 29, 2023, 01:25:42 PM
Ish is gone? He was my guy!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: joda on March 29, 2023, 01:39:03 PM
What’s the scholarship situation before any portal movement? Quis, Keyontae, Desi, Tykei, Iyiola all out, 3 incoming freshmen so 2 open scholies?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: schreds21 on March 29, 2023, 01:39:55 PM

.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Stupid Fitz on March 29, 2023, 02:25:55 PM
I'll always remember that baseline dagger Ish. This is a weird one for me. He seemed to have a decent role off the bench. On the other hand, he was prob told that was going to be his role again next year, so i'm excited to see who fills up the open roster spots and how the guys that didn't play last year look.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 29, 2023, 02:28:21 PM
He swished his way into my heart
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: chum1 on March 29, 2023, 02:40:16 PM
I can't believe this never popped into my head until just now.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EU7dYc8XQAMVF77?format=jpg&name=900x900)
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: star seed 7 on March 29, 2023, 02:44:27 PM
Swish ??
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on March 29, 2023, 03:06:17 PM
Rumors of possibly Anthony as well.  4 open spots.

I had to legit look up who Anthony is
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on March 29, 2023, 04:08:11 PM
I can't believe this never popped into my head until just now.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EU7dYc8XQAMVF77?format=jpg&name=900x900)
My kids reminded me of this a few weeks ago. That is a really fun book.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on March 29, 2023, 05:07:24 PM
Positive news.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: XocolateThundarr on March 29, 2023, 05:50:25 PM
My hunch is that there are multiple " incoming dudes" on the radar which helped him make his decision. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: catastrophe on March 29, 2023, 05:55:48 PM
My hunch is that there are multiple " incoming dudes" on the radar which helped him make his decision.
It’s a good theory considering it’s exactly what happened last time.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: XocolateThundarr on March 29, 2023, 06:07:57 PM
(https://media.tenor.com/eECbOBG1QUoAAAAC/crystalball-psychic.gif)
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on March 29, 2023, 09:30:49 PM
My hunch is that there are multiple " incoming dudes" on the radar which helped him make his decision.
I'll bet Taj Manning owned hi in practice the last six months, and he knew Rich was coming as well as other dudes who would kick his soft ass off the floor.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on March 30, 2023, 05:09:47 PM
https://twitter.com/jonrothstein/status/1641492037873676299?s=61&t=kHH-k8anwIfPUMhwWRaDiA
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: schreds21 on March 30, 2023, 05:57:40 PM
List would be shorter if it was who isn't interested
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on March 30, 2023, 06:39:52 PM
https://twitter.com/jonrothstein/status/1641580541265821698?s=61&t=kHH-k8anwIfPUMhwWRaDiA
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on March 30, 2023, 08:27:00 PM
These guys just need to maybe list the conferences :dunno:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: OK_Cat on April 03, 2023, 03:19:43 PM
Cryer seems like a slam dunk to be a Cat, right? 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Dugout DickStone on April 03, 2023, 03:24:49 PM
Cryer seems like a slam dunk to be a Cat, right?

my first thought for sure
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: OK_Cat on April 03, 2023, 03:27:25 PM
The Tangster recruited him to Baylor
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 03, 2023, 03:38:14 PM
Hot damn, Cryer would be a crazy portal get.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Mr Bread on April 03, 2023, 03:39:29 PM
That's the word on these itk streets.  #nuggies
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on April 03, 2023, 04:13:37 PM
That's the word on these itk streets.  #nuggies
:Wha:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 03, 2023, 05:02:40 PM
Would be just insane getting Cryer
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on April 03, 2023, 09:55:37 PM
:pray:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 04, 2023, 12:04:49 AM
Max Abmas would be elite in purple.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: chum1 on April 04, 2023, 12:08:40 AM
Tang did say that he wants two super experienced guards.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 04, 2023, 12:13:29 AM
Tang did say that he wants two super experienced guards.
:excited:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Cire on April 04, 2023, 08:03:33 AM
Get old stay old is what Jerome Tang and I always say


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Stevesie60 on April 04, 2023, 07:11:45 PM
Tamar Bates from Indiana, #30 prospect in the 2021 class, is down to us and Missouri. 37% from 3 but only avg 20min and 6pts this season. Consider me NOT SOLD!!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 04, 2023, 07:19:05 PM
Whoa, we are swimming in a different pool this off-season
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on April 04, 2023, 09:06:00 PM
Need big 10 basketball enthusiast Mr Bread to weigh in this Indiana kid.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on April 04, 2023, 09:13:29 PM
I see that Bates had committed to Texas out of HS, but de-committed when Shaka left, and signed with Indiana.  Played at KC Piper and IMG Academy.  So, looks like he has some talent.  :dunno:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 04, 2023, 09:21:15 PM
@8manpick what’s the skinny on Bates?  6’5 guards that can shoot 38% from three certainly don’t grow on trees.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Mr Bread on April 05, 2023, 01:29:31 AM
Need big 10 basketball enthusiast Mr Bread to weigh in this Indiana kid.

They didn't care that he left, and they're not looking very good next season unless they make major waves in the portal.  Never developed.  He wasn't expected to be more than a minor rotation guy this season.  You never know though.  I imagine Tang is far more likely to get more out of a kid that needs inspired than Mike Woodson. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: 8manpick on April 05, 2023, 06:37:33 AM
Watched Bates play probably 60 games the last two years… he is a baller. No fear player. Good scorer, weird fit on Indiana with TJD gobbling up so much of the offense and always being in the post and Hood-Schifino was very ball-dominant too. He found himself as the third guard behind Galloway because he didn’t defend as well and IU didn’t need the scoring.  I think he would be a much better fit with us.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 05, 2023, 07:03:32 AM
Cryer, Bates, and Carter in a 3 guard lineup makes me tingly down below
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 05, 2023, 08:07:31 AM
Cryer, Bates, and Carter in a 3 guard lineup makes me tingly down below

That would be a lineup I'd love to see go into the tourny with
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Mr Bread on April 05, 2023, 08:49:24 AM
Watched Bates play probably 60 games the last two years… he is a baller. No fear player. Good scorer, weird fit on Indiana with TJD gobbling up so much of the offense and always being in the post and Hood-Schifino was very ball-dominant too. He found himself as the third guard behind Galloway because he didn’t defend as well and IU didn’t need the scoring.  I think he would be a much better fit with us.

 :sdeek:  Are you a hoosier fan? 

Yeah, seems clear Woodson wasn't a big fan.  If Johnson hadn't gotten hurt, Bates would have largely been an afterthought. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Tobias on April 05, 2023, 09:44:06 AM
https://twitter.com/TiptonEdits/status/1643609659498962944
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 05, 2023, 09:49:55 AM
Jfc what is happening
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on April 05, 2023, 09:51:32 AM
I don’t like waiting for portal commitments. My very strong preference is that these motherfuckers just choose KSU and get started playing for us ASAP.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: BIG APPLE CAT on April 05, 2023, 09:54:49 AM
this is like a fever dream i don't even know what to make of it
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on April 05, 2023, 09:55:46 AM
How do blue blood fans even live their lives?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: OK_Cat on April 05, 2023, 09:56:25 AM
I would be 100% fine with the majority of our roster being 1 or 2 year mercenaries from now on.  Let's not waste time developing, let's just throw some guys together and see if it sticks. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: DaBigTrain on April 05, 2023, 10:01:21 AM
Jfc what is happening

The rich getting richer.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 05, 2023, 10:02:40 AM
“Hey it’s coach Tang, we are putting together a squad that would shame the peak 90’s Chicago Bulls”

“Sure coach I’m in.”
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Mr Bread on April 05, 2023, 10:18:03 AM
I didn't even know Mark left Houston.  There's literally too much going on to track it.  Wild.  Cryer, Dickinson, Love, Mark, eff ton of mid-major studs and even three zags.   :Wha:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Mr Bread on April 05, 2023, 10:19:17 AM
The latest itk smoke on the Illinois board is that Tyger Campbell is going to be leaving UCLA.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 05, 2023, 10:23:15 AM
I would be 100% fine with the majority of our roster being 1 or 2 year mercenaries from now on.  Let's not waste time developing, let's just throw some guys together and see if it sticks.

Tang's current mentality seems to be "why not both"
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 05, 2023, 10:32:35 AM
I would be 100% fine with the majority of our roster being 1 or 2 year mercenaries from now on.  Let's not waste time developing, let's just throw some guys together and see if it sticks.

Tang's current mentality seems to be "why not both"

Yea RJ, Dai Dai, Carter, Cryer, and Bates all on the same roster.  Old, young and Medium Old all thrown in together.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 05, 2023, 11:21:33 AM
The latest itk smoke on the Illinois board is that Tyger Campbell is going to be leaving UCLA.

He has eligibility left? Jesus Christ. I swear to God that both he and Caleb Grill are on year 7
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: LickNeckey on April 05, 2023, 02:40:15 PM
hearing Abmas may be in play...
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on April 05, 2023, 03:31:20 PM
ICYMI, _FAN has created a PORTAL KOMBAT logo (xpost Dudes thread):


(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fs-bh6_WIAAVQww?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: OK_Cat on April 05, 2023, 03:31:52 PM
love it
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: star seed 7 on April 05, 2023, 03:32:59 PM
Liu Tang
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 05, 2023, 03:33:42 PM
hearing Abmas may be in play...

At this point it appears anyone with NCAA eligibility left might be in play
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: ChiComCat on April 05, 2023, 03:34:03 PM
We need an EMAWality gif when we get a commit
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on April 05, 2023, 03:34:28 PM
Liu Tang

Tang Tsung.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: OK_Cat on April 05, 2023, 03:49:05 PM
Johnny Tang
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Rage Against the McKee on April 05, 2023, 03:57:18 PM
Liu Tang

Tang Tsung.

Tang Chung
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on April 05, 2023, 04:11:24 PM
Would love Abmas. If not, would take Cryer or Tylor Perry as well.

Any chance we can show a few more of our guys the door and take all these elite guards?

Hell, Baylor had like 6 guards that could put up 20 on any given night their natty year.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: BIG APPLE CAT on April 05, 2023, 04:46:11 PM
We need an EMAWality gif when we get a commit

yes, including Jareem briefly popping up on the screen saying TOASTYYYY!!!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: kim carnes on April 05, 2023, 10:44:47 PM
I’m not crazy about any of the guys posted in this thread so far
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: _33 on April 06, 2023, 08:16:37 AM
Well, 3 of the guys mentioned are top 10 transfers on the market. Why don't you like them?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: catastrophe on April 06, 2023, 09:35:52 AM
Can’t be a DITR if you’re just a diamond.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on April 06, 2023, 09:36:55 AM
Duke and Houston put it to Abmas this year, but he was really damn good against a 2 seed Ohio St. and that Elite 8 Arkansas team in the tourney 2 years ago.

How much PG did Cryer play at Baylor?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: DaBigTrain on April 06, 2023, 09:37:23 AM
Well, 3 of the guys mentioned are top 10 transfers on the market. Why don't you like them?
Because that’s the brand and sticking to it
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WildcatNation on April 06, 2023, 01:53:35 PM
Abmas, Cryer, and Ware or bust imo
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: steaksdime on April 06, 2023, 03:20:51 PM
Rembhard
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: kim carnes on April 06, 2023, 03:30:21 PM
How many of uconn’s regulars were transfers? 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: _33 on April 06, 2023, 05:47:18 PM
How many of uconn’s regulars were transfers?

1 starter and 2 of the 3 key guys off the bench.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 06, 2023, 09:01:24 PM
chemistry is important, the staff has to get it right
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on April 06, 2023, 09:34:56 PM
chemistry is important, the staff has to get it right

This staff is a bunch of master chemists
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: mocat on April 07, 2023, 06:30:31 AM
Can’t be a DITR if you’re just a diamond.

lol
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on April 08, 2023, 01:11:14 PM
Sprinkle left Montana St to take Utah St job. Wonder what Battle's plans are? NBA or portal?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on April 08, 2023, 01:12:05 PM
Sprinkle left Montana St to take Utah St job. Wonder what Battle's plans are? NBA or portal?

I'd tell you, but they're classified.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on April 08, 2023, 02:21:24 PM
You know what they say about battle plans once they make contact with Tang.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on April 08, 2023, 02:32:07 PM
You know what they say about battle plans once they make contact with Tang.

Just love 'em up?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on April 08, 2023, 04:03:29 PM
Everybody has a plan until they get punched in the face.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on April 09, 2023, 11:56:45 AM
Spracne violating gE's NDA (no dadjoke agreement). Also Battle has already transferred once so he'll have to sit out a year unless he gets a waiver.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 09, 2023, 12:05:26 PM
Spracne violating gE's NDA (no dadjoke agreement). Also Battle has already transferred once so he'll have to sit out a year unless he gets a waiver.

Everyone gets a waiver
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 09, 2023, 01:57:16 PM
https://twitter.com/tiptonedits/status/1645119833359499265?s=61&t=kHH-k8anwIfPUMhwWRaDiA
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 09, 2023, 03:00:02 PM
Damn
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 09, 2023, 04:47:54 PM
did we get out NIL’d?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on April 09, 2023, 05:41:58 PM
He’s from Houston, so that might have been a factor. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 09, 2023, 07:11:23 PM
He wasn’t that good anyway
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 09, 2023, 07:41:19 PM
he'll have to sit out a year unless he gets a waiver.

 :ROFL:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 09, 2023, 07:49:05 PM
https://twitter.com/tiptonedits/status/1645220672761745408?s=61&t=kHH-k8anwIfPUMhwWRaDiA
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: KITNfury on April 10, 2023, 08:48:25 AM
lol

Thread needs renamed to "Portal Kombat" TM
:shakesfist:

https://twitter.com/JonRothstein/status/1645133986568581120?t=0CDGeZybFc-agfmIYeVIug&s=19
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on April 10, 2023, 12:20:26 PM
lol

Thread needs renamed to "Portal Kombat" TM
:shakesfist:

https://twitter.com/JonRothstein/status/1645133986568581120?t=0CDGeZybFc-agfmIYeVIug&s=19
Remember those days when there were free wins on the Big 12 schedule every year with Colorado, Nebraska, old TCU and old Baylor? Those days are gone.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Rage Against the McKee on April 10, 2023, 01:11:08 PM
lol

Thread needs renamed to "Portal Kombat" TM
:shakesfist:

https://twitter.com/JonRothstein/status/1645133986568581120?t=0CDGeZybFc-agfmIYeVIug&s=19
Remember those days when there were free wins on the Big 12 schedule every year with Colorado, Nebraska, old TCU and old Baylor? Those days are gone.

It's better without the free wins.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 10, 2023, 01:15:33 PM
lol

Thread needs renamed to "Portal Kombat" TM
:shakesfist:

https://twitter.com/JonRothstein/status/1645133986568581120?t=0CDGeZybFc-agfmIYeVIug&s=19
Remember those days when there were free wins on the Big 12 schedule every year with Colorado, Nebraska, old TCU and old Baylor? Those days are gone.

It's better without the free wins.

Every game being an opportunity for a quad 1 win is an amazing benefit to playing in this league.  I hope it continues in perpetuity.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on April 10, 2023, 01:16:11 PM
lol

Thread needs renamed to "Portal Kombat" TM
:shakesfist:

https://twitter.com/JonRothstein/status/1645133986568581120?t=0CDGeZybFc-agfmIYeVIug&s=19
Remember those days when there were free wins on the Big 12 schedule every year with Colorado, Nebraska, old TCU and old Baylor? Those days are gone.

All 14 of next years teams finished this season in the mid-60's or better in rating systems.

I know rosters can turnover completely these days, but good lord it's going to be another grinder next season.

I probably missed it, but have they said how we'll go about playing the 13 teams in basketball conference play, yet?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 10, 2023, 02:38:58 PM
lol

Thread needs renamed to "Portal Kombat" TM
:shakesfist:

https://twitter.com/JonRothstein/status/1645133986568581120?t=0CDGeZybFc-agfmIYeVIug&s=19
Remember those days when there were free wins on the Big 12 schedule every year with Colorado, Nebraska, old TCU and old Baylor? Those days are gone.

All 14 of next years teams finished this season in the mid-60's or better in rating systems.

I know rosters can turnover completely these days, but good lord it's going to be another grinder next season.

I probably missed it, but have they said how we'll go about playing the 13 teams in basketball conference play, yet?

It's going to be random, next year, like in football. I'm sure rivals will play twice but otherwise there will be no pattern, rhyme, or reason.

The bigger conversation is whether we'll play a 20 or 18 game conference season. I'd hope they have told the schools by now, but it hasn't been announced yet.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: john "teach me how to" dougie on April 10, 2023, 03:06:24 PM
lol

Thread needs renamed to "Portal Kombat" TM
:shakesfist:

https://twitter.com/JonRothstein/status/1645133986568581120?t=0CDGeZybFc-agfmIYeVIug&s=19
Remember those days when there were free wins on the Big 12 schedule every year with Colorado, Nebraska, old TCU and old Baylor? Those days are gone.

It's better without the free wins.

For sure, we were the free wins the last few years....
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: KITNfury on April 10, 2023, 03:40:47 PM
You sumbitches either missed the point or lack the outrage I desired.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: john "teach me how to" dougie on April 10, 2023, 04:02:29 PM
You sumbitches either missed the point or lack the outrage I desired.

Tough to get upset about pop culture stealing goEMAW vernacular or we'd be outraged 24/7/365.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: KITNfury on April 10, 2023, 04:09:36 PM
You sumbitches either missed the point or lack the outrage I desired.

Tough to get upset about pop culture stealing goEMAW vernacular or we'd be outraged 24/7/365.
Fair point
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 10, 2023, 04:10:53 PM
https://twitter.com/tiptonedits/status/1645526596395364352?s=46&t=lwfIEH6RtBPJuhAZrJcdZg
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 10, 2023, 04:15:19 PM
Can Fran claim he’s from New York if he’s from Newark?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on April 10, 2023, 04:22:36 PM
Can Fran claim he’s from New York if he’s from Newark?

Yes, if he just jumbles the pronunciation on purpose.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: BIG APPLE CAT on April 10, 2023, 05:05:51 PM
Can Fran claim he’s from New York if he’s from Newark?

the hudson river is less than a mile across, but culturally it might as well be an ocean
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 10, 2023, 05:34:28 PM
I’m sure he practically lived at Rucker Park so it’s all good
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: sys on April 10, 2023, 07:32:00 PM
a twenty game season would be amazing.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 10, 2023, 07:32:45 PM
I’m sure he practically lived at Rucker Park so it’s all good
where else in nyc is there to play basketball? probably no where short of sneaking into msg would be my guess.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 10, 2023, 08:11:29 PM
a twenty game season would be amazing.

The big 12 and the SEC were the only power 6 conferences that didn't do it. Obvious why the Big 12 didn't, one can only conclude the SEC didn't because they're pussies.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 10, 2023, 08:45:28 PM
https://twitter.com/maxabmas/status/1645549774693707777?s=61&t=kHH-k8anwIfPUMhwWRaDiA
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Hurricane Cat on April 10, 2023, 08:46:33 PM
a twenty game season would be amazing.

The big 12 and the SEC were the only power 6 conferences that didn't do it. Obvious why the Big 12 didn't, one can only conclude the SEC didn't because they're pussies.

Yep, only logical conclusion!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Mr Bread on April 10, 2023, 10:00:30 PM
https://twitter.com/TiptonEdits/status/1645551121157734402
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: 8manpick on April 11, 2023, 11:11:51 AM
Watched Bates play probably 60 games the last two years… he is a baller. No fear player. Good scorer, weird fit on Indiana with TJD gobbling up so much of the offense and always being in the post and Hood-Schifino was very ball-dominant too. He found himself as the third guard behind Galloway because he didn’t defend as well and IU didn’t need the scoring.  I think he would be a much better fit with us.

 :sdeek:  Are you a hoosier fan? 

Yeah, seems clear Woodson wasn't a big fan.  If Johnson hadn't gotten hurt, Bates would have largely been an afterthought.

By marriage, yes.  I attended 4 IU basketball games and 1 football game this year...
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CHONGS on April 14, 2023, 12:35:27 PM
https://twitter.com/DerekYoungKSO/status/1646914758929440788?t=1CSZ6xRgSNLYyAxAlatC9Q&s=19
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on April 14, 2023, 12:36:46 PM
How did Oral Roberts get a 5-star in the first place? Or is that a "transfer rating"?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 14, 2023, 12:37:17 PM
Power of Prayer
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on April 14, 2023, 01:23:47 PM
How did Oral Roberts get a 5-star in the first place? Or is that a "transfer rating"?

definitely transfer
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: stunted on April 15, 2023, 01:32:16 AM
Look how he played against duke and Houston. soft pass
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Mr Bread on April 15, 2023, 06:30:29 AM
https://twitter.com/TiptonEdits/status/1647066567279095808
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Mr Bread on April 15, 2023, 06:47:42 AM
For what little it's worth, illinois itkers say you lead for big head todd from Hofstra there.  They know their crap when it comes to illinois recruiting, but it's sketchy when it comes to anyone else.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on April 15, 2023, 02:47:27 PM
Abmas and Estrada… get Sisse and we’re even better next year?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 15, 2023, 05:25:09 PM
https://twitter.com/maxabmas/status/1647284739416416256?s=61&t=kHH-k8anwIfPUMhwWRaDiA

PORTALITY
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on April 15, 2023, 05:54:35 PM
Might as well throw this in the ‘cruitin’ thread too (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230415/444b58f4fdeb6f5a263b2e57244a404f.gif)


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on April 15, 2023, 06:26:10 PM
Can some hero summarize our portal pursuits?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Cire on April 15, 2023, 07:25:38 PM
Point guard

Big that can run

Wing


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on April 16, 2023, 09:46:11 AM
Can some hero summarize our portal pursuits?

It appears they’re going after 2 guards, with one being somewhat of a true point and the other being a long combo, or 2 combos. Not 100% sure the direction they want to go on the offensive end after a year with Nowell.

And then an athletic 5 that can pick and roll, rim run, etc.

Rumors there may be 4 spots open to fill w/ the portal, though.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 16, 2023, 12:35:14 PM
Yeah, rumors about Anthony Thomas and apparently he wasn't at the team crawfish boil yesterday, whatever that's worth.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: _33 on April 16, 2023, 12:58:28 PM
Can some hero summarize our portal pursuits?

It appears they’re going after 2 guards, with one being somewhat of a true point and the other being a long combo, or 2 combos. Not 100% sure the direction they want to go on the offensive end after a year with Nowell.

And then an athletic 5 that can pick and roll, rim run, etc.

Rumors there may be 4 spots open to fill w/ the portal, though.

Colbert, NGuessan, Tomlin are all rim running, athletic bigs. Don't we have more of a need for a big bodied rebounder?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 16, 2023, 01:02:29 PM
Colbert played 0 minutes last year, can’t expect him to come light the world on fire in 2023.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: _33 on April 16, 2023, 01:06:35 PM
Colbert played 0 minutes last year, can’t expect him to come light the world on fire in 2023.

Obviously. But what does that have to do with what I said?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 16, 2023, 01:13:17 PM
Colbert played 0 minutes last year, can’t expect him to come light the world on fire in 2023.

Obviously. But what does that have to do with what I said?

He’s the only real big on your list.  Probably need another one.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on April 16, 2023, 08:03:27 PM
Wichita State got a commit today from OU transfer point guard Bijan Cortes at the end of his weekend visit. Was hoping we'd have the same kind of news.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 16, 2023, 09:04:31 PM
Tomlin is not a big. If he wants to play in the league he's either going to need to be a much better shooter or bulk up a bit and develop a back to the basket and mid-range game. He's the ultimate tweener right now
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 16, 2023, 09:40:09 PM
I kinda do expect Colbert to light the world on fire.  Weird feeling that he will be my guy next season.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 16, 2023, 10:01:07 PM
Hard to argue with a neurosurgeon
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on April 16, 2023, 10:32:54 PM
https://twitter.com/maxabmas/status/1647284739416416256?s=61&t=kHH-k8anwIfPUMhwWRaDiA

PORTALITY

From the outside, short visit that got off to a rough start with travel issues. Really hope Tang pulled off something great here.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Mr Bread on April 17, 2023, 03:54:08 AM
https://twitter.com/tiptonedits/status/1645220672761745408

https://twitter.com/jakeweingarten/status/1647663125959696385
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on April 17, 2023, 10:11:14 PM
Abmas and Estrada… get Sisse and we’re even better next year?

Well Estrada is not looking good.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 17, 2023, 10:15:20 PM
Tylor Perry tho…
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 17, 2023, 10:30:21 PM
Hard to argue with a neurosurgeon

i’d say it’s impossible to but he would probably invent a robot that puts together incredibly skilled arguments which ultimately put himself, the neurosurgeon, into checkmate
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Mr Bread on April 18, 2023, 05:23:34 AM
Abmas and Estrada… get Sisse and we’re even better next year?

Well Estrada is not looking good.

Alabama.  NIL they say.  Not that ksu couldn't, but wouldn't for him.  Said he got told to go to bama.  Tang must feel pretty good about Abmas or somebody else if so.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: 'taterblast on April 18, 2023, 09:02:48 AM
Said he got told to go to bama.

:surprised:

link?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Cire on April 18, 2023, 09:10:00 AM
Word was that he left Bama unimpressed. And then things changed.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on April 18, 2023, 09:58:58 AM
As we sit here today, my gut actually feels like we have a better shot of landing Estrada than Abmas.

Has Estrada cancelled his visit to MHK in 2 days?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 18, 2023, 02:45:34 PM
Abmas and Estrada… get Sisse and we’re even better next year?

Well Estrada is not looking good.

Alabama.  NIL they say.  Not that ksu couldn't, but wouldn't for him.  Said he got told to go to bama.  Tang must feel pretty good about Abmas or somebody else if so.

Yeah, I'm not sure we're getting either. This is the second cycle that Tang has refused to get in a bidding war for a transfer. I think it's safe to say that he's not looking for someone who is holding out for top dollar. This is going to be Estrada's 4th school, no shade and I hope he gets his, but it's clear, for better or worse, Tang isn't going to negotiate dollar figures with these guys.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WildcatNation on April 18, 2023, 06:08:56 PM
https://twitter.com/tiptonedits/status/1648461276006449154?s=46&t=DhLynwZofPX7YbcIE1WSMg
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on April 18, 2023, 06:24:51 PM
Seems like we’re trending up on both Abmas and Perry right now, I just don’t see anyway we take both.

If we don’t get either, that would suuck, though.

Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 18, 2023, 06:29:13 PM
Can we play with 4*-5* point guards at all 5 positions?  Maybe we should just fill the entire bench with those?

Bill hiked the ball to a running back.  Seems like this might be worth a shot.  The basketball Wildcat.  Let's just take them all.

Maybe having every single good PG in the entire nation would starve all other teams, then those teams would fail due to no ability to handle the ball.

We should look in to this.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: KanSt43 on April 18, 2023, 07:52:14 PM
We can’t get much worse at rebounding, might as well!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Tobias on April 19, 2023, 12:45:38 PM
Yeah, rumors about Anthony Thomas and apparently he wasn't at the team crawfish boil yesterday, whatever that's worth.

https://twitter.com/DerekYoungKSO/status/1648743969788919821
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 19, 2023, 12:49:09 PM
RIP Ant
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on April 19, 2023, 12:50:35 PM
Think opening up that 4th spot is huge with this team.

Would be amazing to get Abmas and Perry, then I'd like to see maybe Jaylon Tyson and an athletic 5 (Sisse the only option?)
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 19, 2023, 01:17:28 PM
They might not rush in to filling that big spot until the draft withdraw deadline has passed
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 19, 2023, 01:26:19 PM
The 60 day window to enter the portal doesn’t close until May 11th so we have a ways to go before the known entities are final anyway.  Agree they likely won’t fill all 4 spots very soon.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on April 19, 2023, 01:46:34 PM
Probably never will happen and don't think I've ever heard anything, but got to think if any of the old Link Academy guys hit the portal, we'd have a shot?

Julian Phillips - 6'7 SF @ Tennessee - 5 Star, #15 overall recruit in class of 22
Tarris Reed - 6'10 Center @ Michigan - 4 Star, #35 overall recruit in class of 22
Felix Okpara - 6'11 Center @ Ohio State - 4 Star, #74 overall recruit in class of 22

Don't think the bigs fit what Tang wants to do, but you take Phillips the second he showed interest.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: KanSt43 on April 19, 2023, 02:13:38 PM
Are we 1000% sure Keyontae isn't coming back....? Heard nothing from anyone about him one way or another.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 19, 2023, 02:18:37 PM
Are we 1000% sure Keyontae isn't coming back....? Heard nothing from anyone about him one way or another.

Nope. He hasn't announced his intention yet and the entry deadline is on Sunday
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 19, 2023, 02:22:52 PM
Kind of interesting that he hasn’t entered his name yet
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on April 19, 2023, 05:00:31 PM
Seems like we’re trending up on both Abmas and Perry right now, I just don’t see anyway we take both.

If we don’t get either, that would suuck, though.



Appears down to us and Texas for Abmas. Probably depends on how the Texas visit goes. They prob have the upper hand having the last visit.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on April 19, 2023, 05:54:01 PM
Are we 1000% sure Keyontae isn't coming back....? Heard nothing from anyone about him one way or another.

Nope. He hasn't announced his intention yet and the entry deadline is on Sunday

Key would feast as the true go-to guy. Need shooters around him tho.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: _33 on April 19, 2023, 09:33:31 PM
Garth is being extremely cringey on Twitter. It’s hard to watch.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: steve dave on April 19, 2023, 09:41:30 PM
Garth is being extremely cringey on Twitter. It’s hard to watch.
He’s extraordinarily old, it’s just how old people are


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 19, 2023, 10:55:32 PM
Kind of interesting that he hasn’t entered his name yet

Am I reading too much into this tweet or is the word "together" doing some real heavy lifting here?
https://twitter.com/WildcatNIL/status/1648672205192982529
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on April 20, 2023, 08:17:25 AM
 :pray:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on April 20, 2023, 08:50:37 AM
The 60 day window to enter the portal doesn’t close until May 11th so we have a ways to go before the known entities are final anyway.  Agree they likely won’t fill all 4 spots very soon.

Tang has even said a lot of the best players who will be in the portal will be there late.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: chum1 on April 20, 2023, 09:07:10 AM
Tang is a Portal Master.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: BIG APPLE CAT on April 20, 2023, 09:52:34 AM
Kind of interesting that he hasn’t entered his name yet

Am I reading too much into this tweet or is the word "together" doing some real heavy lifting here?
https://twitter.com/WildcatNIL/status/1648672205192982529

I want so hard to hope he comes back. But as a senior it is my understanding he does not have to declare, so probably not worth reading into
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WildcatNkilt on April 20, 2023, 09:56:48 AM
How much could he improve his draft stock if he stayed another year and showed progress? 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: KITNfury on April 20, 2023, 10:12:01 AM
How much could he improve his draft stock if he stayed another year and showed progress?
I always felt like his ball handling could use some improvement, but otherwise.....
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 20, 2023, 10:21:19 AM
How much could he improve his draft stock if he stayed another year and showed progress? 

None, maybe negative amounts.  He’s like 30 years old and the things counting against him he can’t do anything about.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Skipper44 on April 20, 2023, 10:29:14 AM
i believe KJ is more valuable to KSU than any other league in the USA and would hope we could put a NIL deal together that makes that so.  However he is probably at least a mid six figure guy overseas and i don't know if we have that kind of bag.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 20, 2023, 10:41:44 AM
i believe KJ is more valuable to KSU than any other league in the USA and would hope we could put a NIL deal together that makes that so.  However he is probably at least a mid six figure guy overseas and i don't know if we have that kind of bag.

I haven’t been able to find a mock that doesn’t have him going in the second round of the draft.   
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 20, 2023, 11:49:26 AM
How much could he improve his draft stock if he stayed another year and showed progress? 

None, maybe negative amounts.  He’s like 30 years old and the things counting against him he can’t do anything about.

I think it's very close to none. If he came back and had a good year her can absolutely improve his stock. His age, currently 22, isn't as much of a favor because he doesn't have those years of wear and tear. What things do you think he can't do anything about? He absolutely has an NBA body, he's not going to get bodied by any small forward in the league not named LeBron James.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: chum1 on April 20, 2023, 12:21:32 PM
Not saying KJ can't make it. I think he can. But I don't think he's a typical NBA type these days. Tomlin is way more typical.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on April 20, 2023, 01:17:37 PM
siap:

https://twitter.com/sportsinkansas/status/1649087760181993473?s=20
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 20, 2023, 02:44:37 PM
How much could he improve his draft stock if he stayed another year and showed progress? 

None, maybe negative amounts.  He’s like 30 years old and the things counting against him he can’t do anything about.

I think it's very close to none. If he came back and had a good year her can absolutely improve his stock. His age, currently 22, isn't as much of a favor because he doesn't have those years of wear and tear. What things do you think he can't do anything about? He absolutely has an NBA body, he's not going to get bodied by any small forward in the league not named LeBron James.

He’s not quick enough or has good enough handles  to be a small forward and he’s a couple inches too short to be a true PF.  He turns 23 before the draft and would be older than the average player on last years youngest NBA squad. I think he’s gotta go now, but it does intrigue me he hasn’t officially entered yet. I think he would get a waiver if it’s what he wants.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: muqluk on April 20, 2023, 04:47:12 PM
i believe KJ is more valuable to KSU than any other league in the USA and would hope we could put a NIL deal together that makes that so.  However he is probably at least a mid six figure guy overseas and i don't know if we have that kind of bag.

I haven’t been able to find a mock that doesn’t have him going in the second round of the draft.

Forgive me here - I know basketballs are round and usually orange and that’s about the extent of what I know about bouncy-hoops but isn’t the 2nd round analagous to 6th/7th round in football?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Skipper44 on April 20, 2023, 05:27:03 PM
Kinda - only first round picks are guaranteed contracts.  Occasionally there are 2nd rounders that will get a   2 year guarantee but the majority of 2nd rounders are headed for a 2 way deal worth 200k at best
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: ChiComCat on April 20, 2023, 06:07:20 PM
I think Keyontae would make the NBA roster for most teams. He’s physically pretty ready. I could see him as a first rounder for a playoff team with solid second unit minutes.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 20, 2023, 06:15:19 PM
NBC did a study on 6 years of 2nd round picks from 2012-2018 and found that 91 of 132 players got a guaranteed contract of at least one year before they left the NBA. League minimum for a rookie is 900k. Two way contract worked out pretty well for Claws. Westicles made some good money from a 2nd round pick too.

https://collegebasketball.nbcsports.com/2018/05/10/in-the-money-second-round-picks-cash-in-guaranteed-contracts-at-exceedingly-high-rates (https://collegebasketball.nbcsports.com/2018/05/10/in-the-money-second-round-picks-cash-in-guaranteed-contracts-at-exceedingly-high-rates)
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Hurricane Cat on April 20, 2023, 09:51:03 PM
Kind of interesting that he hasn’t entered his name yet

Am I reading too much into this tweet or is the word "together" doing some real heavy lifting here?
https://twitter.com/WildcatNIL/status/1648672205192982529

I think that wording is because Nowell has an upcoming solo signing event in KC . . .   :dunno:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 21, 2023, 07:00:15 AM
I think Keyontae would make the NBA roster for most teams. He’s physically pretty ready. I could see him as a first rounder for a playoff team with solid second unit minutes.

Agreed
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: michigancat on April 21, 2023, 07:03:19 AM
I think he could improve his footwork/defense and ability to deal with doubles with another year. I think he could improve because he took so much time off. But he should probably go, those things can probably improve more on a 2-way contract.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Mr Bread on April 23, 2023, 07:58:21 AM
https://twitter.com/TiptonEdits/status/1649820194108239875
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on April 23, 2023, 08:03:56 AM
Good for him
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 24, 2023, 02:33:31 AM
Are we 1000% sure Keyontae isn't coming back....? Heard nothing from anyone about him one way or another.
Still not sure, I guess
https://twitter.com/Keyontae/status/1650254452614393858
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 24, 2023, 09:34:50 AM
That virginia kid to Texas, apparently
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on April 24, 2023, 05:36:27 PM
Garth is being extremely cringey on Twitter. It’s hard to watch.
He’s extraordinarily old, it’s just how old people are


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It’s so damn uncomfortable.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on April 25, 2023, 08:37:16 AM
Perry in MHK right now. Sure feels like a lock.

https://twitter.com/TimarPerry/status/1650726272753111041

Abmas, not looking as good.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WildcatNkilt on April 25, 2023, 09:50:02 AM
Still 50/50 with Abmas.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on April 26, 2023, 08:30:03 AM
Garth and other 50+ alums are getting real cringey with their twitter stalking of our recruits. Just relax and trust our beautiful coaches, you guys.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: OK_Cat on April 26, 2023, 08:34:56 AM
Garth pays $8 a month to tweet at kids saying things like "DO YOU HAVE CRAZY FAITH, BROTHER?!!!!?"
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Hurricane Cat on April 26, 2023, 12:03:49 PM
Steve Dave should kick Garth's ass  (in honor of Ernie).
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: steve dave on April 26, 2023, 02:29:22 PM
Steve Dave should kick Garth's ass  (in honor of Ernie).

I irl have a picture of he and I doing a side bro hug at a KSU hoops game that like 15 people on this board attended with me. but that's certainly not going to stop me from whipping his ass at statuetown.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on April 26, 2023, 02:30:47 PM
Battle to West Virginia. Hugs is not rough ridin' around.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 26, 2023, 05:21:44 PM
rough ridin' hell. Are we trying to build a basketball team or a modeling agency? No shade to Frank's adorable cats but my God we are building the greatest collection of beautiful humans the world has ever seen.
https://twitter.com/TimarPerry/status/1651270760080584704
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on April 26, 2023, 06:21:59 PM
rough ridin' hell. Are we trying to build a basketball team or a modeling agency? No shade to Frank's adorable cats but my God we are building the greatest collection of beautiful humans the world has ever seen.
https://twitter.com/TimarPerry/status/1651270760080584704
And this guy is good.

C USA player of the year, shot 41% from three, and averaged 17 a game, and led North Texas to an NIT championship.   
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 26, 2023, 06:42:51 PM
#notcommitted
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: stunted on April 27, 2023, 03:57:12 AM
Are we recruiting anyone over 6’2”?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on April 27, 2023, 07:48:28 AM
Are we recruiting anyone over 6’2”?
Your mom.

Also, watch out or KK might end up as your step dad.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on April 27, 2023, 12:36:53 PM
rough ridin' hell. Are we trying to build a basketball team or a modeling agency? No shade to Frank's adorable cats but my God we are building the greatest collection of beautiful humans the world has ever seen.
https://twitter.com/TimarPerry/status/1651270760080584704
And this guy is good.

C USA player of the year, shot 41% from three, and averaged 17 a game, and led North Texas to an NIT championship.   

Don't forget he led the best JUCO in the Jayhawk conference, the Coffeyville Fighting Red Ravens to a National Championship as well.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on April 27, 2023, 07:13:39 PM
welp

https://twitter.com/maxabmas/status/1651738072478826498
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 27, 2023, 07:38:35 PM
There is some smoke about KJ coming back and Tylor Perry is ours.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on April 27, 2023, 08:04:29 PM
There is some smoke about KJ coming back and Tylor Perry is ours.

Do not play with my emotions.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on April 27, 2023, 08:05:09 PM
welp

https://twitter.com/maxabmas/status/1651738072478826498

Team cancer anyway. I heard ORU pushed him out for being super fat.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 27, 2023, 08:08:35 PM
There is some smoke about KJ coming back and Tylor Perry is ours.

Do not play with my emotions.

Don’t flip the drafting table on the messenger

Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: stunted on April 28, 2023, 07:24:39 AM
trying to get KJ to come back is not having what's best for his future in mind, and is an extremely selfish move by our coaches. there isn't much more he can do to increase his stock, and probably will be valued less because of age. he's projected high 2nd round, he should go. unless he can get a nijel-like nil deal somewhere, that's the only thing that makes sense.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: stunted on April 28, 2023, 07:25:30 AM
welp

https://twitter.com/maxabmas/status/1651738072478826498

another swing and a miss
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: michigancat on April 28, 2023, 08:20:15 AM
trying to get KJ to come back is not having what's best for his future in mind, and is an extremely selfish move by our coaches. there isn't much more he can do to increase his stock, and probably will be valued less because of age. he's projected high 2nd round, he should go. unless he can get a nijel-like nil deal somewhere, that's the only thing that makes sense.

I haven't seen any indication the coaches are trying to get him back but yeah it's probably best for him to go
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: OK_Cat on April 28, 2023, 08:53:46 AM
here we go....  :horrorsurprise: :emawkid:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 28, 2023, 08:55:22 AM
Only have to wait five more days to know who it is
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on April 28, 2023, 09:01:12 AM
Only have to wait five more days to know who it is

Perry wasn't supposed to announce till May 2, so that's about right
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Tobias on April 28, 2023, 09:20:56 AM
Only have to wait five more days to know who it is

lmao
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WildcatNkilt on April 28, 2023, 09:30:11 AM
trying to get KJ to come back is not having what's best for his future in mind, and is an extremely selfish move by our coaches. there isn't much more he can do to increase his stock, and probably will be valued less because of age. he's projected high 2nd round, he should go. unless he can get a nijel-like nil deal somewhere, that's the only thing that makes sense.

I disagree with this.  There is a chance for him to improve plus make about = money than he would being a mid to late 2nd round draft pick. He has plenty of reason to stay.  KJ had some raw moments last year that he can clean up and possibly get himself into 1st round which would be a much bigger payday. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: OK_Cat on April 28, 2023, 09:35:03 AM
he's not coming back, you dorks
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Cire on April 28, 2023, 09:43:16 AM
Jalen Wilson came back, why can't Keyontae

Keyontae could potentially make more at KSU than as a G-leaguer next year.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 28, 2023, 09:53:45 AM
4 spots to fill

1. Guard(Tylor Perry)
2. Guard(TBD)
3. Wing (re recruit KJ)
4. Big ( TBD)
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WildcatNkilt on April 28, 2023, 10:23:04 AM
4 spots to fill

1. Guard(Tylor Perry)
2. Guard(TBD)
3. Wing (re recruit KJ)
4. Big ( TBD)

If they get KJ to come back, I'm not sure how much harder they will hit the portal.  There will be a lot of contributors on the roster (they are pretty high on Colbert and Manning), and I'm doubtful Tang will redshirt two top 150 dudes.  He may redshirt Rich. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 28, 2023, 11:05:02 AM
who is a current nba player that you guys see in keyontae.  just curious
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: michigancat on April 28, 2023, 11:07:49 AM
who is a current nba player that you guys see in keyontae.  just curious
Grant Williams immediately comes to mind
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 28, 2023, 11:18:15 AM
that’s a good comparison
i think if he’s slotted into the 2nd half of the 2nd round then maybe stay and polish out the rough edges? idk, don’t care.  probably just go get paid, trust yourself to make it regardless of draft status.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: OK_Cat on April 28, 2023, 11:19:39 AM
i have a hard time believing the the guy who literally died on the court wants to waste another year in manhattan
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: michigancat on April 28, 2023, 12:45:46 PM
that’s a good comparison
i think if he’s slotted into the 2nd half of the 2nd round then maybe stay and polish out the rough edges? idk, don’t care.  probably just go get paid, trust yourself to make it regardless of draft status.
Would he be better served polishing those edges on a 2-way contract? Probably, but I don't know exactly how the math works out
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 28, 2023, 01:05:27 PM
I would have to think any serious consideration to return would be accompanied by a 7 figure NIL deal
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Cire on April 28, 2023, 01:47:45 PM
it's not hard to see a kid making 6-7 figures of NIL money staying around another year sheesh
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: michigancat on April 28, 2023, 02:54:53 PM
it's not hard to see a kid making 6-7 figures of NIL money staying around another year sheesh
It's hard for me to see that happening with Keyontae. At least high 6/low 7 figures. That's a lot of tshirts and autograph sessions.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Cire on April 28, 2023, 03:04:43 PM
it's not hard to see a kid making 6-7 figures of NIL money staying around another year sheesh
It's hard for me to see that happening with Keyontae. At least high 6/low 7 figures. That's a lot of tshirts and autograph sessions.

true, maybe I'm giving ksu too much credit there.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: stunted on April 28, 2023, 04:22:46 PM
Like best case scenario KJ gets 500k and just stock stays the same. But neither is happening right? He better go you selfish fucks
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: michigancat on April 28, 2023, 04:27:12 PM
it's not hard to see a kid making 6-7 figures of NIL money staying around another year sheesh
It's hard for me to see that happening with Keyontae. At least high 6/low 7 figures. That's a lot of tshirts and autograph sessions.

true, maybe I'm giving ksu too much credit there.
I think that's more about Keyontae and the reality of the NLI landscape than it is about KSU failing. I don't think he'd get that much anywhere. But I could be wrong!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on April 28, 2023, 08:56:01 PM
I think Perry will commit monday. there was a teaser this morning on his twitter about "dudes."
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 29, 2023, 11:04:17 AM
I would have to think any serious consideration to return would be accompanied by a 7 figure NIL deal

7 figures would guarantee his return, he's not going to make close to 7 figures as a professional basketball player next year. G league salaries are less than $50,000, 2 way players make $500,000.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on April 29, 2023, 12:45:59 PM
I would have to think any serious consideration to return would be accompanied by a 7 figure NIL deal

7 figures would guarantee his return, he's not going to make close to 7 figures as a professional basketball player next year. G league salaries are less than $50,000, 2 way players make $500,000.
I don't think there's any doubt he could get 7 figures somewhere.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 29, 2023, 01:30:32 PM
I would have to think any serious consideration to return would be accompanied by a 7 figure NIL deal

7 figures would guarantee his return, he's not going to make close to 7 figures as a professional basketball player next year. G league salaries are less than $50,000, 2 way players make $500,000.
I don't think there's any doubt he could get 7 figures somewhere.

Uh, there's lots of doubt about that, like infinite amounts of doubt. Are you counting the figures after the decimal?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on April 29, 2023, 01:51:21 PM
Whereas you think you know it all, you tell me what's the going rate for third team All-Americans? Considering some of the numbers I've seen thrown around, I would guess a cool million might be ballpark.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 29, 2023, 03:00:32 PM
Whereas you think you know it all, you tell me what's the going rate for third team All-Americans? Considering some of the numbers I've seen thrown around, I would guess a cool million might be ballpark.

The numbers you've seen thrown around are inaccurate and gassed up by people trying to push an agenda. Curry Sexton and others running collectives have been on record plenty stating this and frankly it's common sense. If you think a third team all American is making more on nil than NBA players are with salary I don't know what to tell you.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on April 29, 2023, 04:47:22 PM
blah blah didn't read because it's you. Of course, somewhere also implies overse
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on April 29, 2023, 05:36:16 PM
I think it's a very easy bet that if Keynote went to the portal he could get $1M.


https://www.on3.com/nil/news/top-10-on3-nil-valuations-entering-mens-college-basketball-season-hunter-dickinson/
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 29, 2023, 06:34:23 PM
I think it's a very easy bet that if Keynote went to the portal he could get $1M.


https://www.on3.com/nil/news/top-10-on3-nil-valuations-entering-mens-college-basketball-season-hunter-dickinson/

You know those dollar figures on that evaluation isn't what they're actually getting, right? Did you see who #1 is on that list? He scored 34 points this past season. How much money do you think he's getting from the Northwestern State nil collective?

The on3 nil evaluation is almost entirely about social media following, that's completely different that what someone is getting from pay-to-play.
https://www.on3.com/nil/news/about-on3-nil-valuation-per-post-value/

I can't believe that there are people who seriously think a third team all American, in any sport, can get 7 figures from a pay to play deal. The college athletes getting the most nil money are endorsers.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on April 29, 2023, 07:59:23 PM
I think it's a very easy bet that if Keynote went to the portal he could get $1M.


https://www.on3.com/nil/news/top-10-on3-nil-valuations-entering-mens-college-basketball-season-hunter-dickinson/

You know those dollar figures on that evaluation isn't what they're actually getting, right? Did you see who #1 is on that list? He scored 34 points this past season. How much money do you think he's getting from the Northwestern State nil collective?

The on3 nil evaluation is almost entirely about social media following, that's completely different that what someone is getting from pay-to-play.
https://www.on3.com/nil/news/about-on3-nil-valuation-per-post-value/

I can't believe that there are people who seriously think a third team all American, in any sport, can get 7 figures from a pay to play deal. The college athletes getting the most nil money are endorsers.
I don’t completely disagree with you. I just think if he actually re-entered the portal and put it out to bid, he’d get the $1M.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on April 30, 2023, 03:19:38 PM
I think it's a very easy bet that if Keynote went to the portal he could get $1M

https://www.on3.com/nil/news/top-10-on3-nil-valuations-entering-mens-college-basketball-season-hunter-dickinson/

You know those dollar figures on that evaluation isn't what they're actually getting, right? Did you see who #1 is on that list? He scored 34 points this past season. How much money do you think he's getting from the Northwestern State nil collective?

The on3 nil evaluation is almost entirely about social media following, that's completely different that what someone is getting from pay-to-play.
https://www.on3.com/nil/news/about-on3-nil-valuation-per-post-value/

I can't believe that there are people who seriously think a third team all American, in any sport, can get 7 figures from a pay to play deal. The college athletes getting the most nil money are endorsers.

JFC. Stay safe in your bygone world. Pack got 400k a year ago. If Key entered the portal, he'd be one of the top five targets. Yeah someone would make the money available for a talented scorer, rebounder, solid teammate.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: _33 on April 30, 2023, 04:33:56 PM
Guys stop fighting.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on May 01, 2023, 10:20:42 AM
I think it's a very easy bet that if Keynote went to the portal he could get $1M

https://www.on3.com/nil/news/top-10-on3-nil-valuations-entering-mens-college-basketball-season-hunter-dickinson/

You know those dollar figures on that evaluation isn't what they're actually getting, right? Did you see who #1 is on that list? He scored 34 points this past season. How much money do you think he's getting from the Northwestern State nil collective?

The on3 nil evaluation is almost entirely about social media following, that's completely different that what someone is getting from pay-to-play.
https://www.on3.com/nil/news/about-on3-nil-valuation-per-post-value/

I can't believe that there are people who seriously think a third team all American, in any sport, can get 7 figures from a pay to play deal. The college athletes getting the most nil money are endorsers.

JFC. Stay safe in your bygone world. Pack got 400k a year ago. If Key entered the portal, he'd be one of the top five targets. Yeah someone would make the money available for a talented scorer, rebounder, solid teammate.

If you think that Keyontae Johnson or any other transfer could get 7 figures on a nil deal, I'm not going to convince you otherwise. However, I'll point out that the $400,000 a year deal that you mentioned that Pack, a consensus top 5 transfer a year ago, got is the largest single confirmed nil deal for any college athlete in any college sport. You are proposing that a third team all american could get 150% more than that.

https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/march-madness-2023-nijel-packs-lucrative-nil-deal-pays-dividends-sets-up-for-teams-to-copy-miamis-strategy/
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: ChiComCat on May 01, 2023, 10:47:59 AM
I think Perry will commit monday. there was a teaser this morning on his twitter about "dudes."

I think he already announced a decision day of tomorrow (Tuesday).  Although I'm guessing the staff already knows.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WildcatNkilt on May 01, 2023, 11:57:48 AM
Being among the top choices for top transfers all the time is pretty neat.

https://twitter.com/JonRothstein/status/1652853390869659648?s=20

Sorry if luke’d

Not a transfer.  2023 recruit who was committed to Texas.  He played with David Castillo is the U17 World Cup team last summer.  Hoping that gives us a really good chance.  Would also be a major FU to Texas for stealing Abmas. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on May 01, 2023, 12:01:47 PM
I think it's a very easy bet that if Keynote went to the portal he could get $1M

https://www.on3.com/nil/news/top-10-on3-nil-valuations-entering-mens-college-basketball-season-hunter-dickinson/

You know those dollar figures on that evaluation isn't what they're actually getting, right? Did you see who #1 is on that list? He scored 34 points this past season. How much money do you think he's getting from the Northwestern State nil collective?

The on3 nil evaluation is almost entirely about social media following, that's completely different that what someone is getting from pay-to-play.
https://www.on3.com/nil/news/about-on3-nil-valuation-per-post-value/

I can't believe that there are people who seriously think a third team all American, in any sport, can get 7 figures from a pay to play deal. The college athletes getting the most nil money are endorsers.

JFC. Stay safe in your bygone world. Pack got 400k a year ago. If Key entered the portal, he'd be one of the top five targets. Yeah someone would make the money available for a talented scorer, rebounder, solid teammate.

If you think that Keyontae Johnson or any other transfer could get 7 figures on a nil deal, I'm not going to convince you otherwise. However, I'll point out that the $400,000 a year deal that you mentioned that Pack, a consensus top 5 transfer a year ago, got is the largest single confirmed nil deal for any college athlete in any college sport. You are proposing that a third team all american could get 150% more than that.

https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/march-madness-2023-nijel-packs-lucrative-nil-deal-pays-dividends-sets-up-for-teams-to-copy-miamis-strategy/

I never know what to believe when these NIL numbers get thrown around, but the RUMOR (again, not confirmed) is that KU was offering (not KU directly, of course) essentially $2MM/yr. to Hunter Dickinson.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on May 01, 2023, 12:39:44 PM
Heard that figure, too. And apparently it's not going to be enough.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WildcatNkilt on May 01, 2023, 02:35:04 PM
What is the ROI on a $2m/yr payment for a player and getting knocked out of the tournament on the first weekend? 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on May 01, 2023, 09:38:49 PM
I think it's a very easy bet that if Keynote went to the portal he could get $1M

https://www.on3.com/nil/news/top-10-on3-nil-valuations-entering-mens-college-basketball-season-hunter-dickinson/

You know those dollar figures on that evaluation isn't what they're actually getting, right? Did you see who #1 is on that list? He scored 34 points this past season. How much money do you think he's getting from the Northwestern State nil collective?

The on3 nil evaluation is almost entirely about social media following, that's completely different that what someone is getting from pay-to-play.
https://www.on3.com/nil/news/about-on3-nil-valuation-per-post-value/

I can't believe that there are people who seriously think a third team all American, in any sport, can get 7 figures from a pay to play deal. The college athletes getting the most nil money are endorsers.

JFC. Stay safe in your bygone world. Pack got 400k a year ago. If Key entered the portal, he'd be one of the top five targets. Yeah someone would make the money available for a talented scorer, rebounder, solid teammate.

If you think that Keyontae Johnson or any other transfer could get 7 figures on a nil deal, I'm not going to convince you otherwise. However, I'll point out that the $400,000 a year deal that you mentioned that Pack, a consensus top 5 transfer a year ago, got is the largest single confirmed nil deal for any college athlete in any college sport. You are proposing that a third team all american could get 150% more than that.

https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/march-madness-2023-nijel-packs-lucrative-nil-deal-pays-dividends-sets-up-for-teams-to-copy-miamis-strategy/

I never know what to believe when these NIL numbers get thrown around, but the RUMOR (again, not confirmed) is that KU was offering (not KU directly, of course) essentially $2MM/yr. to Hunter Dickinson.

There's a reason these numbers never get confirmed despite it being in the best interests of the people making the offer to do so. John Ruiz was so public because he was sending a message. It's interesting that we know of every school offering all the walk ons $20,000 or every school giving all their offensive linemen $25,000 but no one can get any of these mega deals confirmed. The two most talked about 7 figure deals, Quinn Ewers and Jaden Rashada, actually 8 figures, both had deals that were completely fabricated.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Houstoncat93 on May 02, 2023, 07:06:10 AM
I think it's a very easy bet that if Keynote went to the portal he could get $1M

https://www.on3.com/nil/news/top-10-on3-nil-valuations-entering-mens-college-basketball-season-hunter-dickinson/

You know those dollar figures on that evaluation isn't what they're actually getting, right? Did you see who #1 is on that list? He scored 34 points this past season. How much money do you think he's getting from the Northwestern State nil collective?

The on3 nil evaluation is almost entirely about social media following, that's completely different that what someone is getting from pay-to-play.
https://www.on3.com/nil/news/about-on3-nil-valuation-per-post-value/

I can't believe that there are people who seriously think a third team all American, in any sport, can get 7 figures from a pay to play deal. The college athletes getting the most nil money are endorsers.

JFC. Stay safe in your bygone world. Pack got 400k a year ago. If Key entered the portal, he'd be one of the top five targets. Yeah someone would make the money available for a talented scorer, rebounder, solid teammate.

If you think that Keyontae Johnson or any other transfer could get 7 figures on a nil deal, I'm not going to convince you otherwise. However, I'll point out that the $400,000 a year deal that you mentioned that Pack, a consensus top 5 transfer a year ago, got is the largest single confirmed nil deal for any college athlete in any college sport. You are proposing that a third team all american could get 150% more than that.

https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/march-madness-2023-nijel-packs-lucrative-nil-deal-pays-dividends-sets-up-for-teams-to-copy-miamis-strategy/

Are these deals exclusive deals?  I always figured that since the collectives are just legal pay-to-play deals they were favorable contracts for the players and they could go sign other deals too. I envision these deals like the old work for a booster but never show up deals of the past. Like, can Pak go sign another $25K deal with Scuzzy Car Dealership of Miami or whatnot? 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on May 02, 2023, 09:03:45 AM
I think it's a very easy bet that if Keynote went to the portal he could get $1M

https://www.on3.com/nil/news/top-10-on3-nil-valuations-entering-mens-college-basketball-season-hunter-dickinson/

You know those dollar figures on that evaluation isn't what they're actually getting, right? Did you see who #1 is on that list? He scored 34 points this past season. How much money do you think he's getting from the Northwestern State nil collective?

The on3 nil evaluation is almost entirely about social media following, that's completely different that what someone is getting from pay-to-play.
https://www.on3.com/nil/news/about-on3-nil-valuation-per-post-value/

I can't believe that there are people who seriously think a third team all American, in any sport, can get 7 figures from a pay to play deal. The college athletes getting the most nil money are endorsers.

JFC. Stay safe in your bygone world. Pack got 400k a year ago. If Key entered the portal, he'd be one of the top five targets. Yeah someone would make the money available for a talented scorer, rebounder, solid teammate.

If you think that Keyontae Johnson or any other transfer could get 7 figures on a nil deal, I'm not going to convince you otherwise. However, I'll point out that the $400,000 a year deal that you mentioned that Pack, a consensus top 5 transfer a year ago, got is the largest single confirmed nil deal for any college athlete in any college sport. You are proposing that a third team all american could get 150% more than that.

https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/march-madness-2023-nijel-packs-lucrative-nil-deal-pays-dividends-sets-up-for-teams-to-copy-miamis-strategy/

Are these deals exclusive deals?  I always figured that since the collectives are just legal pay-to-play deals they were favorable contracts for the players and they could go sign other deals too. I envision these deals like the old work for a booster but never show up deals of the past. Like, can Pak go sign another $25K deal with Scuzzy Car Dealership of Miami or whatnot?

They're definitely not exclusive but we also don't seem to be at the point where athletes, specifically men's athletes are putting together endorsement packages. The only men's athlete I can think of that had a significant endorsement packages was Bryce Young with Dr. Pepper, Nissan, Beats by Dre, and a few others. Even with that Saban said young was "approaching seven figures." Women's athletes are getting a lot more of these multi package enforcement deals, but they aren't getting close to seven figures. Angel Reese and Olivia Dunn might be at seven figures or close to it but that comes from their social media engagement and it's gonna be real hard for a men's college athlete to get that.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on May 02, 2023, 08:35:05 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FvKrYORWIAElDL1?format=jpg&name=large)
We got perry.  :bwpopcorn: :doom:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on May 02, 2023, 08:40:46 PM
I haven't seen this reported in the madea?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: TheTastyGreek on May 02, 2023, 08:44:13 PM
We got perry.  :bwpopcorn: :doom:

He's good.

Congrats.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on May 02, 2023, 08:44:59 PM
He just livestreamed it with Goodman on twitter.  :ksu:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on May 02, 2023, 08:46:01 PM
We got perry.  :bwpopcorn: :doom:

He's good.

Congrats.

Sorry to steal your bro, but also if you get more top shelf bros, send us those bros, k?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 02, 2023, 08:47:51 PM
7.5 3PT attempts per game shooting 41%.  That’ll do pig.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: TheTastyGreek on May 02, 2023, 09:05:31 PM
We got perry.  :bwpopcorn: :doom:

He's good.

Congrats.

Sorry to steal your bro, but also if you get more top shelf bros, send us those bros, k?

Gotta let 'em go when they wanna make bad choices for themselves.

Coach wants to celebrate a 6th place Big 12 conference finish by taking his team out to Applebee's, only to crash into a runaway tumbleweed or some tweaker driving his Toyota Tundra on the wrong side of a sandblasted farm-to-market road, and Transfer Portal his way from Hell on Earth to literal Hell?

Well... Good luck, Grant. Or Greg, Geoff, whatever his name was. Have fun in Amarillo's septic tank. Hope you get out before your wife leaves you, or child protective services takes your kids away for abuse, given that you're making them live in Lubbock now.

As for Perry? If he wants to trade God's most magnificent shade of green for some off-brand polyester Barney cosplay outfit instead? If he wants to leave the program that won college basketball's TRUE national championship (pre-shot clock and integration era) for some other tournament's also-ran? If he'd rather leave Texas's premiere basketball school for the 3rd proudest basketball institution in Kansas?

Well, good luck to him, I suppose. And to you fellows, of course. Strong contenders for my second-favorite college fandom on the internet. Enjoy our sloppy seconds, as we'll just move on to some newer, more supple and loyal teen instead.

[Seriously... Good kid, good player. Hope he does well for you guys.]
Title: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on May 02, 2023, 09:26:04 PM
Applebee’s doesn’t take reservations, and good luck getting seated in under 2 hours for a party of 20+
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on May 02, 2023, 09:43:55 PM
dudes
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on May 02, 2023, 10:04:35 PM
Let's do the dude dance!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on May 02, 2023, 10:12:00 PM
Happy to get a DUDE
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: DaBigTrain on May 02, 2023, 10:48:22 PM
I am pleased.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: stunted on May 03, 2023, 03:50:03 AM
3rd times the charm! Love a 5’10 score-first player
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on May 03, 2023, 08:04:37 AM
Who is our next certified portal dude?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: DaBigTrain on May 03, 2023, 08:17:29 AM
Some 5 star dude, hard to keep track of so many dudes at once.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on May 03, 2023, 08:20:15 AM
Some 5 star dude, hard to keep track of so many dudes at once.

For sure, but since our dudes are certified, I want names. If they commit elsewhere, we can just pull a KU and pretend we wanted someone else instead.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 03, 2023, 08:30:48 AM
We aren’t really attached to any portal names that I know of. We have some connection to a class of ‘23 decommit from UT Ronald Holland. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on May 03, 2023, 09:30:12 AM
We got perry.  :bwpopcorn: :doom:

He's good.

Congrats.
Thank you, TTG!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: deputy dawg on May 03, 2023, 09:30:49 AM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FvKrYORWIAElDL1?format=jpg&name=large)
We got perry.  :bwpopcorn: :doom:

He played at Coffeyville Community College, where he helped win a national title.  Most people don't realize how many times Kansas jucos have won national championships.  KU East (JCCC) has won a couple in the past 20 years.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 03, 2023, 09:42:47 AM
I think he was the MVP of the NIT
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on May 03, 2023, 12:48:51 PM
Certainly wish we could get in on Aziz Bandaogo from Utah Valley.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 03, 2023, 01:06:53 PM
Still another week for kids to enter name in portal.  Lots of names still not known.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on May 03, 2023, 02:16:20 PM
Still another week for kids to enter name in portal.  Lots of names still not known.
Are we expecting anyone else from the current Cat roster to leave? Does this depend on what dudes are found in the portal?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 03, 2023, 03:01:22 PM
I guess Tomlin could receive a first round expectation from NBA scouts and chuck us the deuces. I’m more focused on the inbound portal players that haven’t announced from other teams yet.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: stunted on May 03, 2023, 03:36:00 PM
abmas (the guy we really wanted) took less money to go to texas apparently (good source)
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on May 04, 2023, 12:04:21 AM
Better source is Tang and staff cooled on Abmas when they became aware Perry was a Cat for the asking. The bidding war for Abmas was between Texas and WSU, when his former coach made a push to sign him Ultimately, Abmas chose Texas for less money. The only reason Perry was late in announcing was he wantedd to be part of a North Texas NIT celebration before making his departure official.
Meanwhile, Oscar is still a losery dork with no coach job on the horizon in total disbelief of Tang's ability to recruit to Manhattan.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: stunted on May 04, 2023, 01:32:28 AM
"we didn't want him anyways"

not surprising from the worst fans in the world
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on May 04, 2023, 02:46:21 AM
It's so thrilling to be excited about K-State hoops in May and witnessing a coach building on success. One can just hear the phones ringing and internet buzzing with season-ticket requests upon word that yet another dude will be wearing purple. To think, all it took was a visionary coach with drive, sincerity and -- as Pullen said -- a concept and faith in building a team identity. With that, true Wildcat fns who rooted for the Cats through a decade of what all must admit was uninspired, tepid and somolant leadership rejoiced in the vibrant charisma and instant success of the new regime.

The days of constant whining and excuse making now seem as remote as the Dark Ages, which they were for anyone longing for entertaining and imaginative hoops in Manhattan. The losery dire woe-is-me drumbeat has been so thankfully replaced by a confident staff willing to make bold promises of success and conceding the advantage to no one. I'm irreligious as a stone, but for this new and fresh atmosphere I shout "Praise be."
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: stunted on May 04, 2023, 05:32:09 AM
you really typed all that out :lol:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: michigancat on May 04, 2023, 06:28:46 AM
I'm guessing that's chatgpt, stunz
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Cire on May 04, 2023, 09:30:16 AM
"we didn't want him anyways"

not surprising from the worst fans in the world

I wanted him.  Also happy with the North Texas guy.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on May 04, 2023, 09:33:18 AM
yeah everyone wanted him.

Hunter Dickinson to KU. gross
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on May 04, 2023, 09:59:37 AM
Hunter Dickinson to KU. gross

Supposedly fp, tc, etc.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on May 04, 2023, 10:40:57 AM
Abmas just said on Field of 68, at 39 min in, that one of the reasons he chose Texas was because him and his parents looked at "factors after basketball". Whatever that means I guess.

https://twitter.com/GoodmanHoops/status/1654144956762660866
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on May 04, 2023, 11:22:17 AM
yeah everyone wanted him.

Hunter Dickinson to KU. gross
Great, Self is preparing to unleash yet another monster big on the Big XII.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: ChiComCat on May 04, 2023, 11:41:11 AM
Self with a center that's more than a 5 pt, 9 reb type is very scary.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on May 04, 2023, 12:18:25 PM
Abmas just said on Field of 68, at 39 min in, that one of the reasons he chose Texas was because him and his parents looked at "factors after basketball". Whatever that means I guess.

https://twitter.com/GoodmanHoops/status/1654144956762660866

It was only about money. His family wanted him at K-State until the NIL numbers came into play w/ UT and at the same time Cats U knew we had Perry, so we backed off. Abmas sucked crap when he actually had to play against decent competition this year.

Also, cheers to @deputy dawg for dropping some Kansas D2 JUCO knowledge on your heads.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 04, 2023, 12:25:03 PM
That’s some serious coping right there
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on May 04, 2023, 03:40:10 PM
Jalen Wilson came back, why can't Keyontae

Keyontae could potentially make more at KSU than as a G-leaguer next year.

Jalen Wilson has always been an interesting player.

He played in 100+ KU games and get this, had 2 dunks... TOTAL. For a 6'8 wing, he has a below the rim game but has NBA skills, it will be interesting to see how he transitions and how he's guarded. Has he ever been a projected 1st rounder through the years?

As for Keyontae, I had a whole bit typed out on him... but I'll just say I want him to do what makes him genuinely happy and I'll be good with it, even more so if either decision leads to him getting into a 1st round spot with the $3.5m-ish minimum guarantee.

Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: stunted on May 04, 2023, 05:03:50 PM
so our best transfer really is going to be a 5'10" volume scoring shooting guard

 :Ughhh:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: 8manpick on May 04, 2023, 05:05:55 PM
Key is gonna come back IMO
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 04, 2023, 05:20:00 PM
Julian Phillips could still enter the portal too as an option at wing.  Lots of options.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: stunted on May 04, 2023, 05:37:11 PM
Key is gonna come back IMO

Selfish to wish for someone’s failure bro
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: 8manpick on May 04, 2023, 05:37:57 PM
I’m not wishing for anything, bro
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on May 04, 2023, 07:24:52 PM
so our best transfer really is going to be a 5'10" volume scoring shooting guard

 :Ughhh:
It's of absolutely no conseunce that you don't remember how effective sharpshooing PGs Jared Butler and Davion Mitchell were in Baylor's national championship run, but true K-State fans can find assurance that Tang surely does.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Stevesie60 on May 04, 2023, 09:04:42 PM
Desi just posted he's entering the NBA draft. I thought he had already used all the eligibility possible, including COVID, and this was his final year no matter what. So we could potentially get Keyontae AND Desi back?!?!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on May 04, 2023, 11:39:14 PM
Desi just posted he's entering the NBA draft. I thought he had already used all the eligibility possible, including COVID, and this was his final year no matter what. So we could potentially get Keyontae AND Desi back?!?!

Nope, he's done. He played 3 full seasons at Arkansas, one at Arkansas State, one at K-State.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: stunted on May 05, 2023, 12:41:35 AM
so our best transfer really is going to be a 5'10" volume scoring shooting guard

 :Ughhh:
It's of absolutely no conseunce that you don't remember how effective sharpshooing PGs Jared Butler and Davion Mitchell were in Baylor's national championship run, but true K-State fans can find assurance that Tang surely does.

I don’t follow any college basketball outside the cats. But I see they both averaged 5 assists somehow together. Better shooting splits. Also they are 6’0 and 6’3. Don’t know about Butler but I know Mitchell has a good reputation on defense at the NBA level. But looks like they both averaged 2 steals to Perry’s 1. So basically they are miles better than Perry in literally every single way. Great comparison 👍
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on May 05, 2023, 09:25:07 AM
Perry is more efficient than any guard on our current roster. Scoring 17+ ppg on only 11 attempts pg, shooting 7 3's pg at a higher percentage than anyone on our team (41+%)

I'm not sure someone knows what "volume scorer" means.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: KSNimrod on May 05, 2023, 10:30:43 AM
Stunted = focused on 5' 10"
Shooter Jones = focused on high efficiency scoring and shot %

There's something Freudian going on here but I can't quite put my finger on it? 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on May 05, 2023, 10:40:45 AM
Stunted = focused on 5' 10"
Shooter Jones = focused on high efficiency scoring and shot %

There's something Freudian going on here but I can't quite put my finger on it?

You're the victim of a Basketball Jones.

(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/f/f3/Basketball_Jones_single.jpg)
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 05, 2023, 11:58:01 AM
I think the problem the staff has to solve is who is going to get this short stack his clean 3 point looks.  It ain’t going to be Cam Carter.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on May 05, 2023, 01:51:53 PM
Desi just posted he's entering the NBA draft. I thought he had already used all the eligibility possible, including COVID, and this was his final year no matter what. So we could potentially get Keyontae AND Desi back?!?!

Nope, he's done. He played 3 full seasons at Arkansas, one at Arkansas State, one at K-State.

I wish Desi had unlimited seasons of Cat eligibility.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on May 05, 2023, 07:11:20 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FvYTjCpWAAQMZb-?format=jpg&name=large)

Ish is a Hoya.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wiley on May 05, 2023, 07:16:34 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FvYTjCpWAAQMZb-?format=jpg&name=large)

Ish is a Hoya.
Good for him, i hope he kills it


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on May 05, 2023, 10:37:10 PM
Desi just posted he's entering the NBA draft. I thought he had already used all the eligibility possible, including COVID, and this was his final year no matter what. So we could potentially get Keyontae AND Desi back?!?!

Nope, he's done. He played 3 full seasons at Arkansas, one at Arkansas State, one at K-State.

I wish Desi had unlimited seasons of Cat eligibility.

He does, just not on the court
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: joda on May 09, 2023, 03:16:48 PM
https://twitter.com/utamavsmbb/status/1655979761150066704?s=46&t=Irpc1Q0uPep4wACAVpL7DQ

DeJuan Gordon just committed to the 4th program of his career
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: dal9 on May 09, 2023, 03:35:34 PM
i believe he was at NMSU, not UNM, which either "yikes" or "poor guy"
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 09, 2023, 03:41:41 PM
Hopefully this helps kill anyone’s perception that players only get 1 free transfer
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on May 09, 2023, 08:14:57 PM
i believe he was at NMSU, not UNM, which either "yikes" or "poor guy"

Yeah, I had no idea he was there, probably not great that he wasn't one of the player's on the record about the crap that was going on there, another fresh story released yesterday.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: dal9 on May 09, 2023, 11:34:53 PM
i believe he was at NMSU, not UNM, which either "yikes" or "poor guy"

Yeah, I had no idea he was there, probably not great that he wasn't one of the player's on the record about the crap that was going on there, another fresh story released yesterday.
but nor was he one of the 3 who got sued i'm pretty sure
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on May 11, 2023, 01:32:58 AM
So the hot rumor now is that former 5 star Julian Phillips, who recently entered the portal, is a K-State lean. Makes sense as we were in on him last year before he committed to Tennessee.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: GregKSU1027 on May 11, 2023, 10:00:28 AM
https://twitter.com/TiptonEdits/status/1656658660884631558?s=20
 :sdeek:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: _33 on May 11, 2023, 10:16:25 AM
Good to see Bill Self can't just slow play these McDAA's as freshmen and sophomores anymore in order to keep them under the radar and have them all 4 years.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Cire on May 11, 2023, 01:00:00 PM
Good to see Bill Self can't just slow play these McDAA's as freshmen and sophomores anymore in order to keep them under the radar and have them all 4 years.

Oh for sure, Udeh would have been a great 4th year guy for them.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on May 11, 2023, 07:23:54 PM
I think it's a very easy bet that if Keynote went to the portal he could get $1M

https://www.on3.com/nil/news/top-10-on3-nil-valuations-entering-mens-college-basketball-season-hunter-dickinson/

You know those dollar figures on that evaluation isn't what they're actually getting, right? Did you see who #1 is on that list? He scored 34 points this past season. How much money do you think he's getting from the Northwestern State nil collective?

The on3 nil evaluation is almost entirely about social media following, that's completely different that what someone is getting from pay-to-play.
https://www.on3.com/nil/news/about-on3-nil-valuation-per-post-value/

I can't believe that there are people who seriously think a third team all American, in any sport, can get 7 figures from a pay to play deal. The college athletes getting the most nil money are endorsers.

JFC. Stay safe in your bygone world. Pack got 400k a year ago. If Key entered the portal, he'd be one of the top five targets. Yeah someone would make the money available for a talented scorer, rebounder, solid teammate.

Quote
"The people hating on me would leave their job right now for a $10,000 increase," Dickinson said. "At Michigan, I got less than six figures. I got less than six figures at Michigan for the year."
Consensus second-team All-American (2021)
Big Ten Freshman of the Year (2021)
2× First-team All-Big Ten (2021, 2023)
Big Ten All-Defensive Team (2022)
Big Ten All-Freshman Team (2021)
Second-team All-Big Ten (2022)

I'm sure we'll still hear this absolute fantasy about third team all americans being made transfer portal millionaires.
Title: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on May 11, 2023, 07:31:38 PM
I think players make a lot more money transferring than they do staying where they are at.  Dickenson is rumored to be making a crap ton at KU.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on May 11, 2023, 10:43:02 PM
For sure. However, the talk of Keyontae "definitely getting seven figures" if he came back is real silly, there's not that much money out there for these guys. A million plus dollars is a lot of rough ridin' money.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on May 12, 2023, 12:29:33 AM
Dont worry. It's not your money.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WildcatNkilt on May 12, 2023, 10:08:39 AM
Yea I've heard the NIL #'s fans get from recruiting outlets are pretty skewed.  Not sure if Hunter is getting $2m/yr, but I would bet a Nigel Pack $400k/yr figure is realistic. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 12, 2023, 10:20:18 AM
When is the deadline to withdraw from the draft?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WildcatNkilt on May 12, 2023, 10:29:16 AM
May 31st for college players. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 12, 2023, 10:38:08 AM
Won’t see us get a transfer wing until after that date I would imagine. Both Key and Phillips would both be in that category.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Rage Against the McKee on May 12, 2023, 10:41:11 AM
Yea I've heard the NIL #'s fans get from recruiting outlets are pretty skewed.  Not sure if Hunter is getting $2m/yr, but I would bet a Nigel Pack $400k/yr figure is realistic.

Didn't it come out that Pack's NIL deal was some MLM marketing scheme that could be worth that much if he's a good enough salesman?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WildcatNkilt on May 12, 2023, 10:42:53 AM
Yea I've heard the NIL #'s fans get from recruiting outlets are pretty skewed.  Not sure if Hunter is getting $2m/yr, but I would bet a Nigel Pack $400k/yr figure is realistic.

Didn't it come out that Pack's NIL deal was some MLM marketing scheme that could be worth that much if he's a good enough salesman?

Maybe?  I honestly have no idea.  I do know that his $ amounts have been referenced quite a bit as people talk about the Hunter D. move. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WildcatNkilt on May 12, 2023, 10:48:14 AM
Won’t see us get a transfer wing until after that date I would imagine. Both Key and Phillips would both be in that category.

Phillips entering the portal is pretty much telling everyone he won't be entering the draft.  I could see him committing somewhere before end of month (unless he is truly considering us).  We should start seeing player decisions after the combine which is 15th-21st. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on May 12, 2023, 10:48:56 AM
I thought I read that the guy who was behind Nigel’s NIL, as well as a few other athletes’, went bankrupt and the NILs disappeared?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on May 12, 2023, 11:28:35 AM
I thought I remembered hearing that Nijel's (Christ, you guys can't even spell your own guy's name) NIL package ended up being vouchers for up to 400,000 crispy tacos from Taco Bell, if used during the duration of his Miami career.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 12, 2023, 11:48:55 AM
Won’t see us get a transfer wing until after that date I would imagine. Both Key and Phillips would both be in that category.

Phillips entering the portal is pretty much telling everyone he won't be entering the draft.  I could see him committing somewhere before end of month (unless he is truly considering us).  We should start seeing player decisions after the combine which is 15th-21st. 

He got invited to the NBA Combine and he entered the pre draft process in April
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: ChiComCat on May 12, 2023, 12:16:54 PM
I thought I read that the guy who was behind Nigel’s NIL, as well as a few other athletes’, went bankrupt and the NILs disappeared?

I know the company wasn't doing well and people were talking about his NIL deals.  He tweeted a couple months ago that he never missed a NIL payment in response.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on May 12, 2023, 12:42:13 PM
I thought I remembered hearing that Nijel's (Christ, you guys can't even spell your own guy's name) NIL package ended up being vouchers for up to 400,000 crispy tacos from Taco Bell, if used during the duration of his Miami career.

In my defense, I stopped watching Bruceketball like 4 yrs ago. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on May 12, 2023, 04:03:30 PM
Yea I've heard the NIL #'s fans get from recruiting outlets are pretty skewed.  Not sure if Hunter is getting $2m/yr, but I would bet a Nigel Pack $400k/yr figure is realistic.

There's no way in hell that dude is getting $2 million a year. Nijel's $400,000 a year was confirmed by he and John Ruiz. The company isn't a ponzi scheme, per se, but no one know's what John Ruiz's company LifeWallet does. The company is publicly traded and as of a couple of weeks ago, it was trading at a whole 50 cents a share.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on May 12, 2023, 04:06:53 PM
Dont worry. It's not your money.

lol, it's fine 'zif, I didn't expect you to walk back any of your weird and unnecessary bluster in this thread. I didn't think you would be so committed to having the last word that you would reply without having anything to say.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Houstoncat93 on May 13, 2023, 04:20:40 PM
I think players make a lot more money transferring than they do staying where they are at.  Dickenson is rumored to be making a crap ton at KU.

Pretty true for all jobs in general.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wiley on May 15, 2023, 12:24:51 PM
https://twitter.com/Andrew__Slater/status/1658150955739652098?s=20


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: ChiComCat on May 15, 2023, 01:04:03 PM
Interesting...
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Cire on May 15, 2023, 01:04:20 PM
Would
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: 'taterblast on May 15, 2023, 02:26:43 PM
Quote from: phog
Hmmmm.... was K State staff tampering?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 15, 2023, 03:06:22 PM
If you ain’t tampering, you ain’t trying
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: ChiComCat on May 15, 2023, 04:20:52 PM
Anybody with thoughts on a reasonable NIL for Udeh?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 15, 2023, 04:24:58 PM
Easily 7 figures, possibly 8 figures.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on May 15, 2023, 11:46:29 PM
Keyontae didn't make the scrimmage roster at the draft combine. He did get measured, short with long arms.
https://twitter.com/NoCeilingsNBA/status/1658298730737696768
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: BIG APPLE CAT on May 16, 2023, 08:36:50 AM
Keyontae didn't make the scrimmage roster at the draft combine. He did get measured, short with long arms.
https://twitter.com/NoCeilingsNBA/status/1658298730737696768

do i hang on to my glimmer of hope that he might come back or nah?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 16, 2023, 08:59:38 AM
I’d put it at like 20% chance
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: steve dave on May 16, 2023, 09:01:55 AM
I don't think he's getting any taller with another year. maybe his freak arms will grow longer though? not sure when arms stop growing.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on May 16, 2023, 09:10:03 AM
I don't think he's getting any taller with another year. maybe his freak arms will grow longer though? not sure when arms stop growing.

Arms are like ears. He might have a 10' wingspan when he reaches age 80.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: BIG APPLE CAT on May 16, 2023, 09:26:15 AM
arms are tricky
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wiley on May 16, 2023, 12:33:51 PM
https://twitter.com/TheAndyKatz/status/1658488358161768450?s=20


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 16, 2023, 12:36:47 PM
That is interesting, I had not thought about medical clearance.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on May 16, 2023, 02:02:24 PM
Same.  With that a remaining consideration, if he passes, he really needs to go.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: KCFDcat on May 17, 2023, 09:32:07 AM
Guys, I want Udeh real bad. Like, real real bad.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on May 17, 2023, 09:32:28 AM
Guys, I want Udeh real bad. Like, real real bad.

Duke
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: 'taterblast on May 17, 2023, 09:44:32 AM
yeah, Duke
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WildcatNkilt on May 17, 2023, 09:50:52 AM
I wanted him to go to us or TCU just for the conference drama.  It's good for television. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 17, 2023, 09:54:59 AM
What’s our starting 5 look like next year with the 12 guys we have plus the 3 mys transfers?


1. Cam Carter
2. Tylor Perry
3. Mys transfer guard/wing
4. Tomlin
5. Mystranfer Big / Nguessan




Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WildcatNkilt on May 17, 2023, 11:25:18 AM
What’s our starting 5 look like next year with the 12 guys we have plus the 3 mys transfers?


1. Cam Carter
2. Tylor Perry
3. Mys transfer guard/wing
4. Tomlin
5. Mystranfer Big / Nguessan

I personally think they are happy with Colbert/N'Guessan.  Colbert might be better than N'Guessan.  Gotta get those wings, though.  I hope Taj Manning is a stud.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 17, 2023, 11:37:23 AM
I’m hoping RJ can play a lot of minutes at the 3rd guard spot, that would be a really pleasant surprise.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: stunted on May 17, 2023, 12:34:11 PM
What’s our starting 5 look like next year with the 12 guys we have plus the 3 mys transfers?


1. Cam Carter
2. Tylor Perry
3. Mys transfer guard/wing
4. Tomlin
5. Mystranfer Big / Nguessan

NOT LOOKING GOOD
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on May 17, 2023, 02:34:36 PM
What’s our starting 5 look like next year with the 12 guys we have plus the 3 mys transfers?


1. Cam Carter
2. Tylor Perry
3. Mys transfer guard/wing
4. Tomlin
5. Mystranfer Big / Nguessan

I personally think they are happy with Colbert/N'Guessan.  Colbert might be better than N'Guessan.  Gotta get those wings, though.  I hope Taj Manning is a stud.

David will start. People are putting way too much on Colbert based on 12 minutes of an exhibition game. He red shirted for a reason. He's going be a real easy scapegoat for people with unrealistic expectations.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on May 17, 2023, 02:51:43 PM
While not positional, I do think the late portal adds of Key and getting Desi on campus led to the RS of Colbert/Taj.

I know Tang and co. have talked at length about getting old and staying old, and having 6 seniors on campus probably made them consider some class distribution and gaining a year with those in the program, even more so than if they could've contributed some minutes this year.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 17, 2023, 03:32:33 PM
Class distribution is a non factor in the current transfer environment imo.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on May 17, 2023, 03:35:44 PM
Class distribution is a non factor in the current transfer environment imo.

For most places, of course. And it's too early to tell here.. but Scott Drew and from most comments, Tang, still value development and keeping guys in the program for many years.

They want guys with experience, and prefer it from within their program or getting older experience through the portal.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on May 17, 2023, 03:50:43 PM
What’s our starting 5 look like next year with the 12 guys we have plus the 3 mys transfers?


1. Cam Carter
2. Tylor Perry
3. Mys transfer guard/wing
4. Tomlin
5. Mystranfer Big / Nguessan

I personally think they are happy with Colbert/N'Guessan.  Colbert might be better than N'Guessan.  Gotta get those wings, though.  I hope Taj Manning is a stud.

David will start. People are putting way too much on Colbert based on 12 minutes of an exhibition game. He red shirted for a reason. He's going be a real easy scapegoat for people with unrealistic expectations.

I have possible unrealistic expectations, but I promise to go easy on him.  He just looks very explosive, strong, physical, and aggressive.  If he has some decent touch and decent feel for the flow of his teammates and the game, he could be amazing.  All based on 12 min of exhibition.  Purple glasses.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: schreds21 on May 17, 2023, 03:58:06 PM
I have unrealistic expectations and will demand that he never sees the court again early in the season when he is sucking.  I will then eat crow like a starving fool later when he is winning games for us.  I have an abundance of experience on this matter.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Kid In the Hall on May 18, 2023, 12:06:38 PM
Caleb Love back in play after an admissions snafu with Michigan - St. Louis native and Tang has said he wants another transfer guard...
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 18, 2023, 12:07:49 PM
If he can’t get into Michigan no way we can get him enrolled at the Kansas State University
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: stunted on May 18, 2023, 01:32:08 PM
is that what we're hoping for now, a chucker to fall into our lap? :flush:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on May 18, 2023, 02:11:43 PM
do not want
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on May 19, 2023, 03:34:47 PM
We have zero interest in Love.

Of note, Udeh hasn't committed to Duke after his visit, yet. Would be interesting if we somehow get him on campus along with the nations leading assist PG (Yuri Collins/SLU). Think we'd know what the offense would look like in that scenario.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on May 19, 2023, 06:34:31 PM
Udeh? Budeh, more like it.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on May 19, 2023, 09:58:48 PM
Define unrealistic, I think another S16 or better is realistic, but the tourny is a fickle mistress
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on May 22, 2023, 11:05:48 AM
We have zero interest in Love.

but I guess he might have interest in Cats U........
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 22, 2023, 11:07:45 AM
Are we still chasing Rayj Dennis?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on May 22, 2023, 12:06:18 PM
Define unrealistic, I think another S16 or better is realistic, but the tourny is a fickle mistress

I’m starting to believe that more often than not a 4-5 seed will be a reasonable expectation until Tang retires.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on May 22, 2023, 12:41:01 PM
Define unrealistic, I think another S16 or better is realistic, but the tourny is a fickle mistress

I’m starting to believe that more often than not a 4-5 seed will be a reasonable expectation until Tang retires.

That definitely seems fair. I just wanna keep the deep tourny runs going, and at some point get past the damn E8
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on May 23, 2023, 12:31:27 AM
We have zero interest in Love.

Of note, Udeh hasn't committed to Duke after his visit, yet. Would be interesting if we somehow get him on campus along with the nations leading assist PG (Yuri Collins/SLU). Think we'd know what the offense would look like in that scenario.

Duke is going to be a no go for Udeh, as the school's admission's office said he can't qualify due to the low academic standing of the KU diploma mill classes he took. I suppose we can get him qualified with summer classes, so good news maybe.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on May 23, 2023, 04:50:34 AM
We have zero interest in Love.

Of note, Udeh hasn't committed to Duke after his visit, yet. Would be interesting if we somehow get him on campus along with the nations leading assist PG (Yuri Collins/SLU). Think we'd know what the offense would look like in that scenario.

Duke is going to be a no go for Udeh, as the school's admission's office said he can't qualify due to the low academic standing of the KU diploma mill classes he took. I suppose we can get him qualified with summer classes, so good news maybe.

If he can't get into Duke, he's not getting into the Harvard of the plains.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on May 23, 2023, 07:40:50 AM
I very much want that guy as a ksu cat.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on May 23, 2023, 09:24:28 AM
I very much want that guy as a ksu cat.

I want him as a hawk  :frown:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on May 23, 2023, 11:21:42 AM
I very much want that guy as a ksu cat.

I want him as a hawk  :frown:

He might not have any other option.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 23, 2023, 11:24:42 AM
So Udeh got massa self’d? That’s a shame.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on May 23, 2023, 11:33:36 AM
So Udeh got massa self’d? That’s a shame.

I don't believe so, but I'm just a spectator. It seems we wanted/needed him as depth at the 5, but he didn't want to wait around for starter minutes, since we picked up Hunter Dickinson in the portal. It's a shame, because Udeh showed flashes of his potential in his brief career at KU. I'm pretty bummed about the situation.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Kid In the Hall on May 23, 2023, 12:19:51 PM
Udeh had a nice game against us in the beatdown in late January
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on May 23, 2023, 05:15:39 PM
So Udeh got massa self’d? That’s a shame.
It seems like most of his cridits ought to transfer in state, or enough we could get him eligible thru intersession and summer classes.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: stunted on May 24, 2023, 06:53:21 AM
So Udeh got massa self’d? That’s a shame.

I don't believe so, but I'm just a spectator. It seems we wanted/needed him as depth at the 5, but he didn't want to wait around for starter minutes, since we picked up Hunter Dickinson in the portal. It's a shame, because Udeh showed flashes of his potential in his brief career at KU. I'm pretty bummed about the situation.

we'll never be better than ku if we keep begging for their rejects
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on May 24, 2023, 01:57:15 PM
The nature of the portal is that it is equal parts rejects and players looking to cash in with NIL deads or moving up to play in perceived more prestigious levels. Taking a McD AA who was recruited over by a sick coach in decline who doesn't want to expend the energy to coach em up would be a great move.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Dugout DickStone on May 24, 2023, 09:35:28 PM
So Udeh got massa self’d? That’s a shame.
It seems like most of his cridits ought to transfer in state, or enough we could get him eligible thru intersession and summer classes.

he should take pud classes at Ft. riley like normal cat students to bump that gpa
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on May 25, 2023, 01:55:36 PM
Anthony Thomas to Northwestern Louisiana St.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: KITNfury on May 26, 2023, 07:30:17 PM
So Udeh got massa self’d? That’s a shame.
It seems like most of his cridits ought to transfer in state, or enough we could get him eligible thru intersession and summer classes.

he should take pud classes at Ft. riley like normal cat students to bump that gpa
No lie I'm not 100% sure I was actually supposed to graduate with my GPA being as crap as it was and wish I was told about this.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on May 28, 2023, 04:16:38 PM
https://www.si.com/college/tennessee/mens-basketball/olivier-nkamhoua-enters-transfer-portal (https://www.si.com/college/tennessee/mens-basketball/olivier-nkamhoua-enters-transfer-portal) Tennessee transfer Oliver Nkamhoua visiting rn. Twitter chatter from TN fans is that he's not really consistent.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: john "teach me how to" dougie on May 29, 2023, 09:28:36 AM
https://www.si.com/college/tennessee/mens-basketball/olivier-nkamhoua-enters-transfer-portal (https://www.si.com/college/tennessee/mens-basketball/olivier-nkamhoua-enters-transfer-portal) Tennessee transfer Oliver Nkamhoua visiting rn. Twitter chatter from TN fans is that he's not really consistent.

Would take.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: KanSt43 on May 29, 2023, 10:13:03 AM
Saw him drop 27 against Texas and 27 against Duke.  :dunno:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on May 29, 2023, 10:59:12 AM
https://www.si.com/college/tennessee/mens-basketball/olivier-nkamhoua-enters-transfer-portal (https://www.si.com/college/tennessee/mens-basketball/olivier-nkamhoua-enters-transfer-portal) Tennessee transfer Oliver Nkamhoua visiting rn. Twitter chatter from TN fans is that he's not really consistent.

Would take.

Apparently, the staff would too. I'm not anti the kid, just relaying Twitter comments from UT fans.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: john "teach me how to" dougie on May 29, 2023, 02:00:20 PM
https://www.si.com/college/tennessee/mens-basketball/olivier-nkamhoua-enters-transfer-portal (https://www.si.com/college/tennessee/mens-basketball/olivier-nkamhoua-enters-transfer-portal) Tennessee transfer Oliver Nkamhoua visiting rn. Twitter chatter from TN fans is that he's not really consistent.

Would take.

Apparently, the staff would too. I'm not anti the kid, just relaying Twitter comments from UT fans.

I'm guessing it's just sour grapes if "inconsistent" is the worst they can come up with for a deserter from their program.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on May 29, 2023, 03:15:34 PM
Also after Richmond Spiders fifth-year transfer 6-7 Tyler Burton, 19 plus pts per game, 7 plus rebounds per game. Only 29.3 from 3.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on May 29, 2023, 03:34:44 PM
Also after Richmond Spiders fifth-year transfer 6-7 Tyler Burton, 19 plus pts per game, 7 plus rebounds per game. Only 29.3 from 3.
Sounds like David Hoskins type PF production from a SF size guy. Would take.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: catastrophe on May 30, 2023, 01:12:56 AM
https://www.si.com/college/tennessee/mens-basketball/olivier-nkamhoua-enters-transfer-portal (https://www.si.com/college/tennessee/mens-basketball/olivier-nkamhoua-enters-transfer-portal) Tennessee transfer Oliver Nkamhoua visiting rn. Twitter chatter from TN fans is that he's not really consistent.

Would take.

Apparently, the staff would too. I'm not anti the kid, just relaying Twitter comments from UT fans.

I'm guessing it's just sour grapes if "inconsistent" is the worst they can come up with for a deserter from their program.
Consistency seems like a critique on coaching more than anything.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: KSNimrod on May 31, 2023, 11:14:48 AM
Nae'Qwan is coming back per all the Twitters.  Sweet!!!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: DaBigTrain on May 31, 2023, 11:18:40 AM
 :excited:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on May 31, 2023, 11:24:17 AM
Hot
Title: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wiley on May 31, 2023, 04:25:29 PM
https://twitter.com/ernestudehjr/status/1663962413929046016?s=20

TCU


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 31, 2023, 04:44:52 PM
Is that Randolph on his shoulder?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Dirty Deeds on May 31, 2023, 06:48:46 PM
He was never gonna do Massa like that.  Too bad.


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on June 01, 2023, 08:57:43 AM
We don't want players who want to play in dumb arenas for coaches with oily hair anyway. Bullet dodged.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on June 05, 2023, 06:38:43 PM
Olivier Nkamhoua down to Baylor or WVU. Sources say he was too fat and obnoxious to play for our cats.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: stunted on June 05, 2023, 11:25:58 PM
 :lol:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Dugout DickStone on June 11, 2023, 11:54:02 AM
 :pray:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Dirty Deeds on June 11, 2023, 12:15:33 PM
https://twitter.com/gopowercat/status/1667939315203076098?s=42&t=BqxZpEt1jdl0Jy9hPUWung


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: chum1 on June 11, 2023, 12:48:32 PM
Dude, that rules.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on June 11, 2023, 12:50:43 PM
https://twitter.com/gopowercat/status/1667939315203076098?s=42&t=BqxZpEt1jdl0Jy9hPUWung


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Very nice (borat voice)!

https://youtu.be/MqbCw1kebAM

Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on June 11, 2023, 12:53:30 PM
kentucky pushed hard for him and thought they had him
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on June 11, 2023, 12:55:21 PM
kentucky pushed hard for him and thought they had him

Maybe it’s time for them to realize who the King Cats are iyam
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Kid In the Hall on June 11, 2023, 01:33:15 PM
Some real gems in this thread...

https://kentucky.forums.rivals.com/threads/kaluma-commits-to-k-state.393294/
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on June 11, 2023, 05:12:56 PM
Nice, let's get some more dudes!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on June 11, 2023, 10:51:47 PM
We could be pretty darn good again!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on June 12, 2023, 10:23:24 AM
Holy crap, elite athlete. Our defense could be really damn good next year.

Some rankings have Perry and Kaluma both Top 10-20 in the portal rankings. Insane what this staff continues to do.

Would be nice to get another guard, but I already really like this roster going into the year as is.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Woogy on June 12, 2023, 10:29:38 AM
Some real gems in this thread...

https://kentucky.forums.rivals.com/threads/kaluma-commits-to-k-state.393294/

"Money Talks"

"He was never coming here, we got used to run the price up again"

Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on June 12, 2023, 10:33:13 AM
Need another guard to replace Desi now.  Also probably a beybey replacement.  I’m hoping RJ can be our primary reserve guard but I’m guessing they won’t chance it and will bring in some insurance.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on June 12, 2023, 10:58:56 AM
G - Perry 5-11
G - Carter 6-3
F - Kaluma 6-7
F - Tomlin 6-10
F/C - N'Gaussen 6-10

That's a top 4-ish B12 starting lineup.

Will be interesting to see what development has taken place w/ Colbert and Manning. And the Freshman guards Jones/Ames will need to give quality minutes if we don't get another depth piece in the portal.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on June 12, 2023, 11:19:00 AM
I suspect that they expect quality minutes from the freshmen
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on June 12, 2023, 12:48:38 PM
Need another guard to replace Desi now.  Also probably a beybey replacement.  I’m hoping RJ can be our primary reserve guard but I’m guessing they won’t chance it and will bring in some insurance.

The Kentucky crybabies in that thread are talking about how much they want Jordan Brown.  I have no idea who that kid is, but we should pick him up just to go a little deeper into UK. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on June 12, 2023, 01:03:58 PM
Need another guard to replace Desi now.  Also probably a beybey replacement.  I’m hoping RJ can be our primary reserve guard but I’m guessing they won’t chance it and will bring in some insurance.

The Kentucky crybabies in that thread are talking about how much they want Jordan Brown.  I have no idea who that kid is, but we should pick him up just to go a little deeper into UK.

If he’s a guard that can handle the ball and shoot I approve of this message
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on June 12, 2023, 01:29:45 PM
Need another guard to replace Desi now.  Also probably a beybey replacement.  I’m hoping RJ can be our primary reserve guard but I’m guessing they won’t chance it and will bring in some insurance.

The Kentucky crybabies in that thread are talking about how much they want Jordan Brown.  I have no idea who that kid is, but we should pick him up just to go a little deeper into UK.

If he’s a guard that can handle the ball and shoot I approve of this message

If I am reading between their crying well, he is a true center that can run and handle the ball
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on June 12, 2023, 01:31:44 PM
The realization that they're, at most, the third best Wildcats in P5 is like chicken soup for the soul.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on June 12, 2023, 02:31:44 PM
Some real gems in this thread...

https://kentucky.forums.rivals.com/threads/kaluma-commits-to-k-state.393294/

That was a fun read. More than a few of them type like a bad stereotype of Appalachia.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on June 12, 2023, 04:56:50 PM
While it was disappointing to miss on some early transfer targets, this is a great pickup and seems to fit well.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: jtksu on June 12, 2023, 05:13:52 PM
While it was disappointing to miss on some early transfer targets, this is a great pickup and seems to fit well.

I've read a few articles that said Tang was waiting on certain guys that had declared for the draft to make their decision on returning to school.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on June 13, 2023, 09:04:33 AM
While it was disappointing to miss on some early transfer targets, this is a great pickup and seems to fit well.

I've read a few articles that said Tang was waiting on certain guys that had declared for the draft to make their decision on returning to school.

From the sounds of it, we have plenty of NIL money to be competitive with these portal guys.

Have been told some of them we missed out on early were due to this staff refusing to get into a bidding war. Approaching with the best and a knowingly competitive offer, and if the player/player reps start an auction/highest bidder process we drop out.

So we might've simply lost out on some, and might've dropped out on some due to the staff holding strong. It's looking damn good now, but could be really frustrating to have the money to get a couple guys but whiffing on all by refusing to play the game.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on June 13, 2023, 01:51:15 PM
Some real gems in this thread...

https://kentucky.forums.rivals.com/threads/kaluma-commits-to-k-state.393294/

Can't wait to read the posts when we sign Jordan Brown.

That was a fun read. More than a few of them type like a bad stereotype of Appalachia.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on June 18, 2023, 04:34:04 PM
https://twitter.com/jonrothstein/status/1670451771695669248?s=42&t=ypy0kcBfGVzXfBZVhmWyIw
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on June 24, 2023, 12:38:00 PM
Rumblings
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on June 24, 2023, 01:52:12 PM
Rumblings
POST THE ARTICLE, KK!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on June 24, 2023, 02:01:38 PM
https://twitter.com/tiptonedits/status/1672610648763629569?s=46&t=tYwTUm4s0RPJhorbucsbBg
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on June 24, 2023, 03:32:02 PM
"Wrong Kentucky!" he said, while angrily taking a bite of his croissant.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Catchacold on June 24, 2023, 06:52:45 PM
 :Poke:

https://twitter.com/JonRothstein/status/1672752854895849472
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on June 25, 2023, 12:13:33 PM
I hope that our homeboy finds success there, that being said, this seems like a mistake, especially given the first statement from the AD that said their focus would be on long term success over short term stability.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on July 01, 2023, 02:24:25 PM
https://twitter.com/CoachJTang/status/1675194059214708737?s=20 (https://twitter.com/CoachJTang/status/1675194059214708737?s=20)

Dudes alert on twitter.  :cop lights:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Hurricane Cat on July 01, 2023, 04:53:22 PM
https://twitter.com/Coach_Maligi/status/1675195008754876418?s=20

 :Woot:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on July 01, 2023, 05:25:58 PM
Did god give tang a vision that Huggins would fumble the bag?  Holding two open schollies late into the off-season to snap up WVU’s players seems like divine intervention.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on July 01, 2023, 05:51:51 PM
Toussaint is the real coup if we did indeed get him. Wague would be good too but lord getting a veteran guard is giant.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Hurricane Cat on July 01, 2023, 10:26:06 PM
Did god give tang a vision that Huggins would fumble the bag?  Holding two open schollies late into the off-season to snap up WVU’s players seems like divine intervention.

Crazy Faith
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on July 02, 2023, 12:27:56 AM
Tang to wvU: All your dudes belong to me.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Houstoncat93 on July 02, 2023, 08:32:54 AM
If this pans out it may be Hugs' second-best recruiting class at Kansas State. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on July 02, 2023, 11:04:40 AM
If this pans out it may be Hugs' second-best recruiting class at Kansas State. 
lol damn
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on July 02, 2023, 12:48:45 PM
I lol’d irl
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on July 02, 2023, 12:49:31 PM
gE should send Huggs a gift card to cabelas
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on July 02, 2023, 01:55:20 PM
I lol’d irl

same
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WildcatNkilt on July 02, 2023, 09:23:09 PM
Wague still visiting Bama.  Are we assuming the commit was from Toussaint?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wiley on July 03, 2023, 06:57:58 AM
Wague still visiting Bama.  Are we assuming the commit was from Toussaint?
I don’t think so


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on July 03, 2023, 08:58:43 AM
shenanigans.

Hasn't this happened one other time, where a tang signal went out only for the commitment to back out?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on July 03, 2023, 11:11:45 AM
Wague still visiting Bama.  Are we assuming the commit was from Toussaint?

Pretty sure Toussaint went to Alabama and Wague was scheduled to visit DePaul.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: BIG APPLE CAT on July 03, 2023, 12:14:02 PM
So dude false alarm probably?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: 8manpick on July 03, 2023, 12:55:39 PM
Wague had already been to DePaul on Wednesday I think, was at Bama yesterday
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on July 03, 2023, 01:02:18 PM
I’m going to need Austin Carpenter to tell me if business is still boomin’
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on July 03, 2023, 01:45:41 PM
I’m going to need Austin Carpenter to tell me if business is still boomin’

He said it was!  :Wha:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on July 03, 2023, 01:46:16 PM
But, he said it was BOOMIN!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: porky morgan on July 03, 2023, 02:11:17 PM
Waggy is at Bama right now and probably will commit there. Toussaint rumblings are to announce tomorrow and most likely is a Tang Cat. He never visited Alabama.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wiley on July 03, 2023, 03:20:36 PM
Waggy is at Bama right now and probably will commit there. Toussaint rumblings are to announce tomorrow and most likely is a Tang Cat. He never visited Alabama.
Bama upped the offer i assume?


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Houstoncat93 on July 03, 2023, 04:33:00 PM
https://twitter.com/TiptonEdits/status/1675973263896326144?t=mvuD-D4mjiaxfCaIu9oAng&s=19
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: john "teach me how to" dougie on July 03, 2023, 05:20:49 PM
He loves Tang!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on July 03, 2023, 05:48:51 PM
https://twitter.com/TiptonEdits/status/1675973263896326144?t=mvuD-D4mjiaxfCaIu9oAng&s=19

Yas, gurl.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on July 03, 2023, 06:25:32 PM
This pretty much means it's us
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on July 04, 2023, 11:41:05 AM
These “we got a dude” things with no follow up are pissing me off.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: _33 on July 04, 2023, 01:38:27 PM
Yes, they need to take a class from Taylor Braet on social media commitment announcement timing iyam.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on July 04, 2023, 03:41:57 PM
These “we got a dude” things with no follow up are pissing me off.

I don't mind because it usually gets followup I'm pumped about
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wiley on July 04, 2023, 04:26:46 PM
These “we got a dude” things with no follow up are pissing me off.

I don't mind because it usually gets followup I'm pumped about
I think we were played….


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: steve dave on July 04, 2023, 05:35:22 PM
Thankfully it’s basketball so I’ve never heard of any of these people


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: 'taterblast on July 04, 2023, 06:55:18 PM
not a good weekend for the Dudes Department
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on July 04, 2023, 07:21:00 PM
What the heck happened? I don’t follow the recruiting current events on Twitter.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: chum1 on July 04, 2023, 07:25:11 PM
Dang. JT to Tech.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Dirty Deeds on July 04, 2023, 07:30:55 PM
It's the last $$ he'll make playing basketball.  Highest bidder won.


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on July 04, 2023, 08:36:20 PM
Just wait to do the twitter signals until after they publicly commit, jfc.

Guessing there will still be at least one other worthy guy we can nab.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on July 04, 2023, 09:35:30 PM
What the heck happened? I don’t follow the recruiting current events on Twitter.

Jerome Tang doesn’t negotiate with terrorists
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on July 05, 2023, 07:53:52 AM
He said we are getting another dude(s), so I expect him to be a man of his word and deliver. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: 'taterblast on July 05, 2023, 08:38:46 AM
What the heck happened? I don’t follow the recruiting current events on Twitter.

-Touissant and Wague both high on the cats, sounds like tang had been talking to them immediately after they entered portal
-They visited MHK and loved the crap out of it, Wague committed in person to the staff, Touissant wanted to but didn't
-For Wague, it appears Bama continued to throw NIL offers his way and he was convinced (by himself, or with involvement of "handlers", who knows) to take a visit like immediately after he left MHK
-For Touissant, cats were his favorite and he wanted to commit but he had a (significantly?) higher NIL offer from Tech and chose to take it

tl;dr cats didn't match NIL offers and this received 10x more attention than it would have at any other time of the year


Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: steve dave on July 05, 2023, 08:41:44 AM
It received more attention because our dipshit coach thought he landed one or both and went public with it too early


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: chum1 on July 05, 2023, 08:47:40 AM
Sounds like without this damn NIL funny business, we would land every recruit we want.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: 'taterblast on July 05, 2023, 08:53:01 AM
It received more attention because our dipshit coach thought he landed one or both and went public with it too early

also this
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: OB_Won on July 05, 2023, 09:01:14 AM
It received more attention because our dipshit coach thought he landed one or both and went public with it too early

also this
It was likely a lesson learned that won”t ever be repeated. Now we won’t get to hear about dudes until the ink is dry.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: chum1 on July 05, 2023, 09:01:41 AM
I am in favor of Tang tweeting/recruiting however he sees fit. LET HIM COOK.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Shooter Jones on July 05, 2023, 09:50:16 AM
I'm fine with Tang doing it... but the "Business is Boomin" tweet from one of the dorks on staff should never happen again.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on July 05, 2023, 09:54:36 AM
We all grieve in our various ways I suppose.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on July 05, 2023, 12:04:56 PM
(https://media.tenor.com/n8qOzToI0BsAAAAd/i-dont-give-a-crap-red.gif)
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: surly on July 05, 2023, 12:21:45 PM
joe t. would not have broken the k-state starting lineup.  committing here never made sense.  thus, don't believe the cat signal was for him.

perry
carter
tomlin
kaluma
n'guessan
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: _33 on July 05, 2023, 12:34:20 PM
on no we didn't land 2 dweeb nerds from wvu who I had never heard how will I ever recover jk idc
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on July 05, 2023, 01:25:49 PM
We should sue. Probably have a case for a class action by the very real harm we incurred as a direct result of these negligent dudes and booming business tweets.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on July 05, 2023, 02:08:48 PM
Alabama twitter doesn't appear to like Tang. Not sure if it's for any reason other than boredom.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on July 05, 2023, 03:13:27 PM
Alabama twitter doesn't appear to like Tang. Not sure if it's for any reason other than boredom.

It's alabama.  I am assuming they are basically Texas Aggies x 1000000000  :opcat:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on July 06, 2023, 04:09:55 PM
Alabama twitter doesn't appear to like Tang. Not sure if it's for any reason other than boredom.

It's alabama.  I am assuming they are basically Texas Aggies x 1000000000  :opcat:

Alabama. Confident black man. What could it be?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: yoga-like_abana on July 07, 2023, 07:52:05 AM
So are we getting more dudes or what ?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on July 07, 2023, 08:03:20 AM
So are we getting more dudes or what ?
We must be, because I haven’t seen any retraction from Tang or any apologies.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: catastrophe on July 07, 2023, 11:55:19 AM
If we got scholarships left, we’re getting dudes.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Hurricane Cat on July 07, 2023, 10:11:15 PM
If we got scholarships left, we’re getting dudes.

yep, pretty simple formula used at K-State these days   :ksu:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on July 07, 2023, 10:36:09 PM
If we got scholarships left, we’re getting dudes.

yep, pretty simple formula used at K-State these days   :ksu:

It's kinda hard to get dudes for the end of the bench. But it's not impossible.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on July 08, 2023, 09:37:34 AM
We got a spot at the front of the bench tho
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on September 15, 2023, 02:38:47 PM
siap

https://twitter.com/TiptonEdits/status/1702696247277072719
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on September 15, 2023, 02:55:57 PM
Get mumped Kim English!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on September 15, 2023, 04:52:29 PM
Get mumped Kim English!
Tang getting in on Mizzou hate week is delightful  :emawkid:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on September 20, 2023, 11:08:24 AM
Get mumped Kim English!

I want all the recruits for us, but I also really like Kim English. Hope he does well.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on January 05, 2024, 12:23:44 AM
6-5, 180 pound freshman shooting guard Drew Steffe has left Texas Tech at the end of the fall semester. Supposed to be a good outside shooter. From Frisco, Texas, so staff ought to be familiar with him. (Speculation is he left TT because his dad got pissed someone slept with Drew's sister. Weird, like all TT stuff.) Lots of of PF offers and see him rated as 3 and 4 star. Just putting it out there.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: BIG APPLE CAT on January 05, 2024, 09:14:06 AM
6-5, 180 pound freshman shooting guard Drew Steffe has left Texas Tech at the end of the fall semester. Supposed to be a good outside shooter. From Frisco, Texas, so staff ought to be familiar with him. (Speculation is he left TT because his dad got pissed someone slept with Drew's sister. Weird, like all TT stuff.) Lots of of PF offers and see him rated as 3 and 4 star. Just putting it out there.

WRT Drew's Sister...if Marco Borne gon' get it, he gon' get it.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on February 12, 2024, 08:52:14 AM
Who is coming back to the team for next year? Cam Carter, Dai Dai, Dorian. Anyone else? Kaluma is listed as a junior but I've heard he will be gone. I would be surprised if Buddy Rich, RJ Jones, Taj Manning don't portal out based on the amount of playing time they have gotten.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on February 12, 2024, 09:07:00 AM
I'd wager Colbert is back. I would be surprised if RJ portals out but maybe.

RJ
Colbert
Cam
Dai Dai
Finister
Manning
Castillo
6 new dudes
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on February 12, 2024, 09:13:09 AM
I hope rich stays.  He is obvs wildly athletic, but he hasn't shown any over the top skill yet, which is what you would expect to see from a freshman that would get much playing time in our conf.  Same with RJ.

I hope they have folks that help them understand that.   I don't think either would have gotten meaningfully more PT anywhere else at this level this year.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on February 12, 2024, 09:58:37 AM
So we are thinking that Kaluma is gone? To be a Euroballer? For an NIL payday at another school?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on February 12, 2024, 10:39:34 AM
It's probably me turning a blind eye to the portal era, but I will be sad if that many leave. I just feel like if you're jumping ship all the time, it will stunt your development.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on February 12, 2024, 10:44:29 AM
So we are thinking that Kaluma is gone? To be a Euroballer? For an NIL payday at another school?

Yes he will go pro in some fashion. If NBA doesn't want him then Europe.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on February 12, 2024, 11:40:43 AM
RJ-D2 aren’t (isn’t) going anywhere
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on February 12, 2024, 12:16:49 PM
Who is coming back to the team for next year? Cam Carter, Dai Dai, Dorian. Anyone else? Kaluma is listed as a junior but I've heard he will be gone. I would be surprised if Buddy Rich, RJ Jones, Taj Manning don't portal out based on the amount of playing time they have gotten.
come on man.  what a dumb comment. we may see a dude or two leave but it won’t be due to lack of playing time for true freshman.

our staff has built relationships with these players and their families.  there’s nothing but minutes on the floor to be earned and it’s not like the staff is out there recruiting over any of them.

our staff develops guards, it’s what they do.  transferring out solves nothing.  dorian knew it and has put in the work.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on February 12, 2024, 12:30:05 PM
IMO, what we need to have a better team next year is:
1. Doran, Dai Dai, and Colbert to continue on the arc their improvement has taken so far
2. Portal in a PG that is seasoned, or Ques stays and plays that role
3. Portal in a big that is ready for minutes.  With Will gone, we need someone that can swap time with Colbert.
4. Portal in some points.  If Kaluma leaves, we have to find points.  With him and TP gone, at that point, we have to find something like 1/3rd of our points out of who is left or from the portal. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on February 12, 2024, 12:52:31 PM
That's also assuming an SEC team doesn't throw a bag at Cam. I think it's going to be an uphill climb for Tang to nail the portal this year.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on February 12, 2024, 12:57:58 PM
That's also assuming an SEC team doesn't throw a bag at Cam. I think it's going to be an uphill climb for Tang to nail the portal this year.

Outside looking in, Cam is as bought in as anyone ever has been. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on February 12, 2024, 01:19:28 PM
So was Kobe Savage until Oregon threw a bag of cash at him. New world out there, but I definitely hope to see Cam back next year. I would like to see DNG too but he's probably a risk as well, I could see him getting a Massoud type deal to really help someone next year.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on February 12, 2024, 01:22:26 PM
So was Kobe Savage until Oregon threw a bag of cash at him. New world out there, but I definitely hope to see Cam back next year. I would like to see DNG too but he's probably a risk as well, I could see him getting a Massoud type deal to really help someone next year.

Isn't N'Guessan out of eligibility? If not, I certainly want him and Cam back. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on February 12, 2024, 03:06:04 PM
Who is coming back to the team for next year? Cam Carter, Dai Dai, Dorian. Anyone else? Kaluma is listed as a junior but I've heard he will be gone. I would be surprised if Buddy Rich, RJ Jones, Taj Manning don't portal out based on the amount of playing time they have gotten.
come on man.  what a dumb comment. we may see a dude or two leave but it won’t be due to lack of playing time for true freshman.

our staff has built relationships with these players and their families.  there’s nothing but minutes on the floor to be earned and it’s not like the staff is out there recruiting over any of them.

our staff develops guards, it’s what they do.  transferring out solves nothing.  dorian knew it and has put in the work.
The progression of Marquis and Cam with this staff has been great. I really like all the guards and small forwards currently on the roster and hope they continue to develop in the program but I'm not sure I see them developing into guys who start for a team that contends for the Big XII championship. I would be very happy to be proven wrong about all of that.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on February 12, 2024, 03:13:25 PM
I think Dai Dai could def be a high quality Big12 pg.  I think he could be great.   
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on February 12, 2024, 10:00:24 PM
The roster isn't going to have a ton of turnover, there's no way in hell 6 guys are going in the portal. The only freshmen who will leave are ones who are asked to go and I don't see much, if any, of that either. They worked really hard to get the roster balance that they have. They aren't going to run a bunch of dudes off they just recruited and guys like Buddy Rich aren't going to be in a hurry to transfer to the Ohio Valley Conference. If they held on to Finister and Manning, I doubt they'll be getting rid of any of the freshmen on the roster now.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on February 13, 2024, 07:31:46 AM
An announcer said during one of our games said there were six freshman starting for conference teams (at least at that time). A five-star like Omaha Beliew isn't getting much court time. In a league that values experienced portal transfers, freshmen are going to have to learn patience.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on February 13, 2024, 10:00:22 AM
Who is coming back to the team for next year? Cam Carter, Dai Dai, Dorian. Anyone else? Kaluma is listed as a junior but I've heard he will be gone. I would be surprised if Buddy Rich, RJ Jones, Taj Manning don't portal out based on the amount of playing time they have gotten.
come on man.  what a dumb comment. we may see a dude or two leave but it won’t be due to lack of playing time for true freshman.

our staff has built relationships with these players and their families.  there’s nothing but minutes on the floor to be earned and it’s not like the staff is out there recruiting over any of them.

our staff develops guards, it’s what they do.  transferring out solves nothing.  dorian knew it and has put in the work.
The progression of Marquis and Cam with this staff has been great. I really like all the guards and small forwards currently on the roster and hope they continue to develop in the program but I'm not sure I see them developing into guys who start for a team that contends for the Big XII championship. I would be very happy to be proven wrong about all of that.
they’ll be good.  i don’t know if people here understand the size of the hole TP is trying to patch by playing out of position.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on February 13, 2024, 10:12:04 AM
We need a stud pg rental to bridge the gap to Castillo but a 2025 guard lineup of Castillo, Dai Dai, and RJ is juicy.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: BIG APPLE CAT on February 13, 2024, 10:19:42 AM
so much talk ITT about who might be leaving (loser/victim mentality) and not enough chatter about who we should be targeting in the love portal (winner/alpha mentality).

who are some of our top true PG targets that we might have an actual shot of portalling next season so that i can start getting excited and doing a deep dive into vague twitter posts?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: LickNeckey on February 13, 2024, 11:07:56 AM
is Buddy a potential redshirt candidate?

is that potentially part of the reason for his usage
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on February 13, 2024, 12:40:17 PM
I don't see how they could with as many games as he's played but they got Dorian one for last year so who knows.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on February 13, 2024, 03:25:10 PM
Finister played in six games lastr year. Rich has already played in nine. Don't know where the NCAA cutoff is.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on February 13, 2024, 04:54:41 PM
Finister played in six games lastr year. Rich has already played in nine. Don't know where the NCAA cutoff is.

I think it's a third. 10? Could Google, but don't care.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on February 13, 2024, 05:19:56 PM
The rule is 1 game and your shirt is burned in MBB
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on February 13, 2024, 09:40:20 PM
Finister played in six games lastr year. Rich has already played in nine. Don't know where the NCAA cutoff is.

Dorian also didn't play any games past December 11th. Buddy isn't playing because he's down the rotation, there's no conspiracy or deep thought here. I don't understand everyone gassing him up so much, we haven't seen him do anything but dunk.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on February 13, 2024, 10:30:57 PM
Finister played in six games lastr year. Rich has already played in nine. Don't know where the NCAA cutoff is.

Dorian also didn't play any games past December 11th. Buddy isn't playing because he's down the rotation, there's no conspiracy or deep thought here. I don't understand everyone gassing him up so much, we haven't seen him do anything but dunk.
you answered your own question, people love slam dunking the basketball
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on February 14, 2024, 08:09:21 AM
I love Buddy's dunks.

https://twitter.com/KStateMBB/status/1757582597033443414?s=20
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: deputy dawg on February 29, 2024, 10:08:45 AM
I don't know if RaeQuan Battle has a good shooting % on those jump shots from beyond the arc, but he almost led West Virginia to a win against us with those.  I've never seen a player shoot jump shots from beyond the arc very frequently, but Battle did it consistently and with a high % against us.  Plus, he was pulling down rebounds like crazy.  We need a dude like that. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: ChiComCat on February 29, 2024, 10:32:30 AM
I don't know if RaeQuan Battle has a good shooting % on those jump shots from beyond the arc, but he almost led West Virginia to a win against us with those.  I've never seen a player shoot jump shots from beyond the arc very frequently, but Battle did it consistently and with a high % against us.  Plus, he was pulling down rebounds like crazy.  We need a dude like that. 

He was nailing step-back fadeaway 3s consistently in that comeback.  I can't imagine he's usually that good but it was an impressive showing for sure.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on February 29, 2024, 11:56:37 AM
I don't know if RaeQuan Battle has a good shooting % on those jump shots from beyond the arc, but he almost led West Virginia to a win against us with those.  I've never seen a player shoot jump shots from beyond the arc very frequently, but Battle did it consistently and with a high % against us.  Plus, he was pulling down rebounds like crazy.  We need a dude like that. 

He was nailing step-back fadeaway 3s consistently in that comeback.  I can't imagine he's usually that good but it was an impressive showing for sure.
_FAN was talking about this on Boscoe's Boys yesterday and basically what happens is that Battle saves all of his best games for when he is battling the Cats.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on February 29, 2024, 02:22:18 PM
I don't know if RaeQuan Battle has a good shooting % on those jump shots from beyond the arc, but he almost led West Virginia to a win against us with those.  I've never seen a player shoot jump shots from beyond the arc very frequently, but Battle did it consistently and with a high % against us.  Plus, he was pulling down rebounds like crazy.  We need a dude like that. 

He was nailing step-back fadeaway 3s consistently in that comeback.  I can't imagine he's usually that good but it was an impressive showing for sure.
_FAN was talking about this on Boscoe's Boys yesterday and basically what happens is that Battle saves all of his best games for when he is battling the Cats.
everyone wants a piece of the E8 champs
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on February 29, 2024, 07:03:10 PM
I don't know if RaeQuan Battle has a good shooting % on those jump shots from beyond the arc, but he almost led West Virginia to a win against us with those.  I've never seen a player shoot jump shots from beyond the arc very frequently, but Battle did it consistently and with a high % against us.  Plus, he was pulling down rebounds like crazy.  We need a dude like that.
He's shooting less than 31 percent from 3 for the year.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on March 20, 2024, 08:45:16 PM
I’m ready.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on March 20, 2024, 08:52:55 PM
I would take battle for sure
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: DaBigTrain on March 20, 2024, 09:11:20 PM
I'm ready to get some dudes.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 20, 2024, 09:22:28 PM
You guys won't believe this but there is a 6'4 shooting guard with great athleticism in the portal named Marcus Foster
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Catman2 on March 20, 2024, 09:22:51 PM
If Glover gets a med-redshirt, will he stick around? Ames is certainly solid.
Also, I see Davion Bradford is back in the portal, trying to find a few more NIL cents.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on March 20, 2024, 10:35:08 PM
You guys won't believe this but there is a 6'4 shooting guard with great athleticism in the portal named Marcus Foster
we’re good at the 2, nothx
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on March 21, 2024, 10:52:57 AM
You guys won't believe this but there is a 6'4 shooting guard with great athleticism in the portal named Marcus Foster
we’re good at the 2, nothx
Can MF2.0 handle the ball without turning over 3-5 times a game?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 21, 2024, 12:16:37 PM
You guys won't believe this but there is a 6'4 shooting guard with great athleticism in the portal named Marcus Foster
we’re good at the 2, nothx

I'm curious who you think is our 2 guard
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on March 21, 2024, 12:21:29 PM
RJ is our 2 unless we have a super secret plan I am unaware of.  I think a good 2 is one of our top 2 priorities in the portal.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 21, 2024, 12:39:59 PM
Yea wtf 'clams
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on March 21, 2024, 12:44:40 PM
You guys won't believe this but there is a 6'4 shooting guard with great athleticism in the portal named Marcus Foster
we’re good at the 2, nothx

I'm curious who you think is our 2 guard
essentially everyone on our roster not named jerrell colbert (and DNG if he comes back).
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on March 21, 2024, 01:01:05 PM
RJ is our 2 unless we have a super secret plan I am unaware of.  I think a good 2 is one of our top 2 priorities in the portal.
is this a bit that you’re doing?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WildcatNkilt on March 21, 2024, 01:13:08 PM
Rumors true of Cam Carter entering portal?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: 'taterblast on March 21, 2024, 01:14:27 PM
more than rumors, he is gone
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: steve dave on March 21, 2024, 01:14:49 PM
crap


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WildcatNkilt on March 21, 2024, 01:16:34 PM
Well crap...
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on March 21, 2024, 01:20:38 PM
how do I explain this crap to my kids?

Kids: where did Cam Carter go?
Me: he left in the portal
Kids: when he could have stayed and been a KSU Wildcat for another season?
Me: ..... umm, yeah, no... uh....
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on March 21, 2024, 01:27:19 PM
more than rumors, he is gone
surprised to hear

love cam the dude, hopefully he finds what he’s looking for- i’m guessing this is a move to get closer to louisiana?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 21, 2024, 01:37:50 PM
RJ is our 2 unless we have a super secret plan I am unaware of.  I think a good 2 is one of our top 2 priorities in the portal.
is this a bit that you’re doing?

I was going to ask you the same thing. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on March 21, 2024, 02:07:09 PM
I am pretty old and pretty removed from having actually played basketball, but when I played the 2 was a shooting guard. So, if that is still accurate, it is 100% a high priority for us.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on March 21, 2024, 02:16:25 PM
RJ is our 2 unless we have a super secret plan I am unaware of.  I think a good 2 is one of our top 2 priorities in the portal.
is this a bit that you’re doing?

I was going to ask you the same thing.
i can assure you that I take no solace in mocking your bbiq.  maybe you just think the 2’s on this roster are incapable of playing in this league?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on March 21, 2024, 02:28:06 PM
I am pretty old and pretty removed from having actually played basketball, but when I played the 2 was a shooting guard. So, if that is still accurate, it is 100% a high priority for us.
PG and 4, highest priority and impossible to be anything else based on today’s roster.

RJ D2 should both be playing their minutes at the 2 next year and finister as well.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Cartierfor3 on March 21, 2024, 02:47:37 PM
so who do we even have left?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on March 21, 2024, 03:01:18 PM
more than rumors, he is gone

meh, it is what it is. He needed a reduced role anyway, him playing 36 minutes a game is crazy
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 21, 2024, 03:06:35 PM
RJ is our 2 unless we have a super secret plan I am unaware of.  I think a good 2 is one of our top 2 priorities in the portal.
is this a bit that you’re doing?

I was going to ask you the same thing.
i can assure you that I take no solace in mocking your bbiq.  maybe you just think the 2’s on this roster are incapable of playing in this league?

The only person on the roster that resembles a 2 is RJ and he got less than 10 minutes a game on an NIT squad.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on March 21, 2024, 04:22:07 PM
Didn't see Cam leaving. He was kind of frustrating the last month of the season, but was hoping he could smooth out his rough spots and give us solid senior leadership next year. Oh well. life in the portal age.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on March 21, 2024, 05:33:02 PM
RJ is our 2 unless we have a super secret plan I am unaware of.  I think a good 2 is one of our top 2 priorities in the portal.
is this a bit that you’re doing?

I was going to ask you the same thing.
i can assure you that I take no solace in mocking your bbiq.  maybe you just think the 2’s on this roster are incapable of playing in this league?

The only person on the roster that resembles a 2 is RJ and he got less than 10 minutes a game on an NIT squad.
so the rest of our guards are point guards? that’s something to consider, I guess.
D2 is a PG, but not ready for the minutes

the other guards, including TP, were two’s attempting to play the one.  i guess that you could say they’re “shoot first point guards”, but even that’s a giant stretch.

this is all my jmo of course  but arguing the difference between who’s a one versus a two is really just noise.

whatever you want to call it, we need someone who can handle the ball pressure and run the offense.  TP was not that guy in any way.  he is a catch and shoot dude, as are the rest of them.  any of our guys can chuck the ball up at a good enough pace when and if they’re fed the ball in the offense.

it’s hard for me to believe that anyone who watched this team this season would conclude that we what we need most is anything but a point guard, but different strokes
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 21, 2024, 05:58:57 PM


Colbert-not a 2 guard
Buddy- not a 2 guard
DNG - not a 2 guard
RJ- 2 guard
Finister- Wing? Can't shoot beyond 5 feet so not sure.
Castillo- PG
Glover - PG
Taj - Forward


Looks like we are all set at the shooting guard spot :lol:

Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: BIG APPLE CAT on March 21, 2024, 06:22:28 PM


Colbert-not a 2 guard
Buddy- not a 2 guard
DNG - not a 2 guard
RJ- 2 guard
Finister- Wing? Can't shoot beyond 5 feet so not sure.
Castillo- PG
Glover - PG
Taj - Forward


Looks like we are all set at the shooting guard spot :lol:

Finister is a very good shooter from 0 feet and by that I mean MONSTER DONKS
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on March 21, 2024, 06:22:59 PM


Colbert-not a 2 guard
Buddy- not a 2 guard
DNG - not a 2 guard
RJ- 2 guard
Finister- Wing? Can't shoot beyond 5 feet so not sure.
Castillo- PG
Glover - PG
Taj - Forward


Looks like we are all set at the shooting guard spot :lol:
i was thinking glover was done.

sounds like we’re set at pg, such a relief.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on March 21, 2024, 06:51:53 PM
in summary, not having an experienced point guard is less of a concern for our friends here than having young but experienced guards who can play the two.

since most 1’s can play the two, but most two’s can’t play the one, this logic is solid AF.

this type of hard hitting take is why I paid the big bucks to join goemaws founders club
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on March 21, 2024, 07:06:05 PM
I'm not a 'clams level expert, but ideally you want to be able to play 1-3 interchangeably. I also agree with clams that it's kind of silly to rigidly box players into positions 1-3.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 21, 2024, 07:07:53 PM
Everyone - we need a pg

Clams- looks like you idiots think we don't need a pg lmao
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Skipper44 on March 21, 2024, 07:09:05 PM
need finnister to get after the biscuits and become
a power guard
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: chum1 on March 21, 2024, 08:37:11 PM
Hopefully, we won't whiff on a whole bunch of portal guards like we did last year.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on March 22, 2024, 10:34:41 AM


Colbert-not a 2 guard
Buddy- not a 2 guard
DNG - not a 2 guard
RJ- 2 guard
Finister- Wing? Can't shoot beyond 5 feet so not sure.
Castillo- PG
Glover - PG
Taj - Forward


Looks like we are all set at the shooting guard spot :lol:
Any reason you left pg Dai Dai from this list?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on March 22, 2024, 12:41:35 PM
Goodbye, Dorian (xpost master dudes thread):

https://twitter.com/TravisBranham_/status/1771230137364680766?s=20
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 22, 2024, 12:44:58 PM
RIP to the Finisher
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on March 22, 2024, 05:39:10 PM
Hardly surprising. He was briefly the top guard off the bench in January, only to be overtaken by Dai Dai and RJ. You don't have to be a tessomancer to see how this would play out.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Stevesie60 on March 22, 2024, 09:52:16 PM
If the 3 true freshman stay I will be at a 6/7 for next year's roster.

If DNG stays as well, I will be at a 6.5/7.

My opinion should mean a lot to everyone here, that's why I wanted to let you all know where I stood.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on March 22, 2024, 10:04:58 PM
If the 3 true freshman stay I will be at a 6/7 for next year's roster.

If DNG stays as well, I will be at a 6.5/7.

My opinion should mean a lot to everyone here, that's why I wanted to let you all know where I stood.

Yes, goes without saying.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: meow meow on March 23, 2024, 09:48:55 AM
if it went without saying he wouldn't have said it  :th_twocents:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on March 23, 2024, 11:46:14 AM
if it went without saying he wouldn't have said it  :th_twocents:
It was a coaching moment.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on March 23, 2024, 03:34:15 PM
Cam and Dorian were at the game yesterday with most of the men's team. The only notable player I didn't notice was Tylor.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on March 25, 2024, 01:48:44 PM
If the 3 true freshman stay I will be at a 6/7 for next year's roster.

If DNG stays as well, I will be at a 6.5/7.

My opinion should mean a lot to everyone here, that's why I wanted to let you all know where I stood.
Thank you
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on March 25, 2024, 02:38:47 PM
How many dudes are we going to need in the portal this year?
Which players already on the roster can be developed into starters for a team that wins games in the NCAAs?
Would you sad if "developmental big" was never again brought onto the roster?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: OB_Won on March 25, 2024, 03:31:17 PM
Didn’t think I’d be nervous to see this thread bumped.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 25, 2024, 05:48:25 PM
OUT

Perry
McNair
Carter
Finister
Ghost of Tomlin

IN

Castillo


If Kaluma comes back we can take 4 more. If he doesn't come back we can take 5.

Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on March 25, 2024, 05:59:13 PM
OUT

Perry
McNair
Carter
Finister
Ghost of Tomlin

IN

Castillo


If Kaluma comes back we can take 4 more. If he doesn't come back we can take 5.

Is Castillo our only incoming frosh we have signed?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 25, 2024, 06:04:58 PM
Yep.  Dug McDaniel and Vasean Allette seem to be who we are hot and heavy with right now.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on March 25, 2024, 06:14:19 PM
Yep.  Dug McDaniel and Vasean Allette seem to be who we are hot and heavy with right now.

"McDaniel led the 8-24 Wolverines with 16.3 points and 4.7 assists per game but was academically suspended for road games for much of the second half of the season."  This seems like Linton bait.

Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 25, 2024, 06:53:58 PM
Allette got booted from ODU in January...
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on March 25, 2024, 07:29:50 PM
Makes sense. I lazy googled him and ODU’s page 404’s him and there isn’t much else.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: 'taterblast on March 26, 2024, 10:22:01 AM
wait until the staff elevates him though
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on March 27, 2024, 03:09:28 PM
Sounds like we are one of 5 places Zele Mayo, from South Dakota State, is look in at. Avg 18ppg last season and was player of the year in his conf as a guard.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: steve dave on March 27, 2024, 03:10:35 PM
Great news because he sucks crap


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Title: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: OB_Won on March 27, 2024, 04:05:33 PM
This thread is turning out NOTHING like I thought it would a year ago. Same can be said for the “Dudes” thread. Just our luck, we finally get a dynamic salesman, but the game changes to “show me the money.” And it’s not the $50k duffel bag and a caddie lease like it used to be. That and UP “the dick”. FML
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on March 27, 2024, 05:01:44 PM
If we pick up all these guards that can't pass classes and/or gets kicked out of their last schools, we should have some good options.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 27, 2024, 05:38:25 PM
The rumblings suggest we aren't challenged by cash on hand at the moment
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on March 27, 2024, 06:39:01 PM
Sounds like we are one of 5 places Zele Mayo, from South Dakota State, is look in at. Avg 18ppg last season and was player of the year in his conf as a guard.

KU apparently is in on him, too.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 27, 2024, 06:45:23 PM
What is the KU sitch spracs? I assume they won't bring back Dickinson and are losing two to the draft.  I think Harris is out of eligibility too right? Doesn't seem like there is much left to carry forward to next year except maybe Elmarko.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on March 27, 2024, 06:50:28 PM
What is the KU sitch spracs? I assume they won't bring back Dickinson and are losing two to the draft.  I think Harris is out of eligibility too right? Doesn't seem like there is much left to carry forward to next year except maybe Elmarko.

Harris is coming back. Dickinson is a question mark, but I suspect he'll be back. KJ Adams is back. Most of our known losses aren't substantial (minus McCullar). We just need to improve across the board. I don't know much about the incoming freshmen, but they rarely contribute in Self's system.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on March 28, 2024, 08:43:41 AM
The rumblings suggest we aren't challenged by cash on hand at the moment
Can confirm
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on March 28, 2024, 10:18:30 AM
The rumblings suggest we aren't challenged by cash on hand at the moment
Can confirm

Maybe need the dax symbol on this, but seeing our NIL numbers (well members) trying to get to 500, like how strong are we realistically in the NIL space? I know the official NIL is not anything to base it all on, as some donor is always willing to toss money around. But anyone with a pulse on how we are overall? I'd imagine the answer is "perfectly average" but genuinely curious.

I was/am hoping with the facilities push nearing the end the money can now be turned to NIL and coaches contracts.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 28, 2024, 10:51:17 AM
It sounds like they got a 3 year commitment from BMD to the levels that tang thinks he needs to assemble a roster that can compete for a natty.  Doesn't mean we are even top 15 in NIL dollars but sounds like a big buy in.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on March 28, 2024, 11:02:06 AM
Who is BMD? 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 28, 2024, 11:12:48 AM
Big Money Donors
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on March 28, 2024, 11:19:47 AM
where was this money last portal season?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 28, 2024, 11:21:07 AM
I'm guessing the roster construction and results from this year helped sell the need for this new target.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on March 28, 2024, 12:24:18 PM
Who is BMD?

It really depends on how bountiful the harvest is this year.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: yoga-like_abana on March 28, 2024, 12:39:50 PM
Who is BMD?

It really depends on how bountiful the harvest is this year.
Have you seen beef prices recently!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on March 28, 2024, 12:46:20 PM
Who is BMD?

It really depends on how bountiful the harvest is this year.
Have you seen beef prices recently!

Not really, but I'll take your word for it.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: farming_cat fan on March 28, 2024, 01:06:11 PM
Who is BMD?

It really depends on how bountiful the harvest is this year.
Have you seen beef prices recently!
:kstategrad:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 28, 2024, 01:28:27 PM
Maybe Paul Edgerly wants to see a natty before he dies
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on March 28, 2024, 01:48:01 PM
where was this money last portal season?

Tang and Klieman have both stated that they changed their view on nil the last year. They both have been more publicly vocal about the need to have funds. Before I think both of them, and Gene, thought the coaches could land players without significant dedicated money.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: LickNeckey on March 28, 2024, 03:31:30 PM
I believe that NIL changes make the upcoming April window very interesting

 free for all
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on March 28, 2024, 07:07:03 PM
now that standard operating procedure is to pay players, does cheating = not paying players?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on March 28, 2024, 08:14:58 PM
That's food for thought, 'sclams
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: IPA4Me on March 29, 2024, 11:54:40 AM
The crying over tampering will flood X next month.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 29, 2024, 12:09:41 PM
I mean 99% of teams are done playing now right?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: BIG APPLE CAT on March 29, 2024, 12:19:19 PM
I mean 99% of teams are done playing now right?

But of that 1% any dudes that are planning to export could be very valuable targets for other teams looking to import
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: yoga-like_abana on March 29, 2024, 12:26:29 PM
now that standard operating procedure is to pay players, does cheating = not paying players?
YES
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on March 29, 2024, 03:38:17 PM
siap, Cam to LSU is official.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on March 29, 2024, 03:51:09 PM
We are top five spots for Jason Edwards from North Texas

https://bvmsports.com/2024/03/29/jason-edwards-enters-transfer-portal-5-possible-landing-spots/5/ (https://bvmsports.com/2024/03/29/jason-edwards-enters-transfer-portal-5-possible-landing-spots/5/)
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on March 29, 2024, 03:51:34 PM
siap, Cam to LSU is official.

Good for cam. Good team and close to home.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 29, 2024, 03:55:55 PM
Cam's return to the OOD as a Tiger should be fun next year
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on March 30, 2024, 12:13:38 AM
Michigan's Tarris Reed visiting. Top 40 player out of hs 2 years ago.
https://www.on3.com/transfer-portal/news/michigan-wolverines-transfer-tarris-reed-visiting-kansas-state-wildcats/
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: john "teach me how to" dougie on March 30, 2024, 02:01:57 AM
Michigan's Tarris Reed visiting. Top 40 player out of hs 2 years ago.
https://www.on3.com/transfer-portal/news/michigan-wolverines-transfer-tarris-reed-visiting-kansas-state-wildcats/

We may actually have a shot, played HS at Link prep MO.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on March 31, 2024, 07:48:22 AM
DNG with an ig post about "What's next" and pics of him looking happy in a KSU uniform. No idea what it means.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: LickNeckey on March 31, 2024, 10:09:34 AM
rumblings that terms have been agreed upon for his return

Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: john "teach me how to" dougie on March 31, 2024, 12:18:58 PM
rumblings that terms have been agreed upon for his return

I really hope so. If he can add about 10-15 pounds of muscle and play consistantly with that aggressive style he's capable of, he can be great.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on March 31, 2024, 12:26:44 PM
rumblings that terms have been agreed upon for his return
how big of a bag does it take to keep DNG at KSU?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on March 31, 2024, 12:49:03 PM
Good things for DNG, please.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on March 31, 2024, 01:42:13 PM
Getting DNG back would be a huge blessing. Having a committed, talented and seasoned glue guy would be a huge plus for next season.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on March 31, 2024, 03:07:13 PM
Get your penises out https://www.on3.com/db/dug-mcdaniel-39315/ (https://www.on3.com/db/dug-mcdaniel-39315/)
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on March 31, 2024, 03:27:47 PM
rumblings that terms have been agreed upon for his return

I really hope so. If he can add about 10-15 pounds of muscle and play consistantly with that aggressive style he's capable of, he can be great.

Absolutely not going to happen, he isn't 19 years old. He doesn't need that anyway.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on March 31, 2024, 03:30:29 PM
Get your penises out https://www.on3.com/db/dug-mcdaniel-39315/ (https://www.on3.com/db/dug-mcdaniel-39315/)
oh noes, a point guard!!  :horrorsurprise: :horrorsurprise: :horrorsurprise:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: steve dave on March 31, 2024, 04:20:57 PM
Get your penises out https://www.on3.com/db/dug-mcdaniel-39315/ (https://www.on3.com/db/dug-mcdaniel-39315/)
That would be dong out worthy


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: BIG APPLE CAT on March 31, 2024, 04:52:57 PM
Get your penises out https://www.on3.com/db/dug-mcdaniel-39315/ (https://www.on3.com/db/dug-mcdaniel-39315/)
That would be dong out worthy


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#tug4dug
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: 'taterblast on April 01, 2024, 09:43:33 AM
Colbert's gone per trilly donovan
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: LickNeckey on April 01, 2024, 10:50:58 AM
interesting

that slightly conflicts with what I was just told

but who knows
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on April 01, 2024, 11:03:39 AM
Dug  :Chirp:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 01, 2024, 11:06:41 AM
Dug  :Chirp:

Would
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 01, 2024, 11:20:28 AM
Colbert's gone per trilly donovan

If true, I would hope that points to us getting the Michigan center.  would still want to keep colbert though. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 01, 2024, 06:33:35 PM
Colbert official.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 01, 2024, 07:03:39 PM
God speed Colbert
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: catastrophe on April 01, 2024, 07:46:22 PM
Thank you for that Colbert report
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on April 02, 2024, 10:46:14 AM
Another year of Eurostepping with Arthur?

https://twitter.com/KStateMBB/status/1775179746600485241?s=20
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: 'taterblast on April 02, 2024, 11:08:23 AM
fun fact his shot in that video was real time and not slow motion
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 02, 2024, 11:12:57 AM
He's the closest thing we had to a legit NBA player so I'd be happy to have him back. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on April 02, 2024, 11:22:34 AM
He's the closest thing we had to a legit NBA player so I'd be happy to have him back.
In December, a rabid KSU fan assured me that he would basically replace Keyontae Johnson.
That being said, I like him a ton and would love to see him suit up for the Cats for another season.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: yoga-like_abana on April 02, 2024, 11:47:27 AM
Wake me up when the studs are signed, sealed and delivered
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 02, 2024, 08:27:53 PM
Bronny!

https://twitter.com/hoopsweiss/status/1775297450200162497?s=46&t=onNZnEudNJDpI10LAxjMgA (https://twitter.com/hoopsweiss/status/1775297450200162497?s=46&t=onNZnEudNJDpI10LAxjMgA)
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 02, 2024, 08:32:19 PM
He's the closest thing we had to a legit NBA player so I'd be happy to have him back.
In December, a rabid KSU fan assured me that he would basically replace Keyontae Johnson.
That being said, I like him a ton and would love to see him suit up for the Cats for another season.

Obviously that's a bit hyperbolic but he was though our most consistent scorer. Definitely want him back
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on April 02, 2024, 08:58:48 PM
Bronny!

https://twitter.com/hoopsweiss/status/1775297450200162497?s=46&t=onNZnEudNJDpI10LAxjMgA (https://twitter.com/hoopsweiss/status/1775297450200162497?s=46&t=onNZnEudNJDpI10LAxjMgA)
I mean we are away from the Hollywood hype.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 02, 2024, 09:33:26 PM
Bronny!

https://twitter.com/hoopsweiss/status/1775297450200162497?s=46&t=onNZnEudNJDpI10LAxjMgA (https://twitter.com/hoopsweiss/status/1775297450200162497?s=46&t=onNZnEudNJDpI10LAxjMgA)
I mean we are away from the Hollywood hype.
lol tell kirstie alley, stonestreet and melton that. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 02, 2024, 10:56:57 PM
Who rehabs athletes with heart problems better than KSU?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: DaBigTrain on April 02, 2024, 11:17:12 PM
Bronny!

https://twitter.com/hoopsweiss/status/1775297450200162497?s=46&t=onNZnEudNJDpI10LAxjMgA (https://twitter.com/hoopsweiss/status/1775297450200162497?s=46&t=onNZnEudNJDpI10LAxjMgA)
I mean we are away from the Hollywood hype.
lol tell kirstie alley, stonestreet and melton that.
I’m still a little irked he didn’t play when I went to the cats game in Vegas :curse:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: BIG APPLE CAT on April 03, 2024, 08:21:31 AM
Bronny!

https://twitter.com/hoopsweiss/status/1775297450200162497?s=46&t=onNZnEudNJDpI10LAxjMgA (https://twitter.com/hoopsweiss/status/1775297450200162497?s=46&t=onNZnEudNJDpI10LAxjMgA)
I mean we are away from the Hollywood hype.
lol tell kirstie alley, stonestreet and melton that.

pclams raises a valid point. Folks, there's a reason 'hattvegas is known as the hollywood of the midwest. Personally, i think the Alliance between ksucatsu and Showbiz is an asset that greatly outweighs its downsides, but we have to be realistic, and that reality is that if someone wants to get away from the bright lights, the cameras, the pop of ratzi, then ksu just probably isn't the place for them. and that's okay!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: catastrophe on April 03, 2024, 09:30:03 AM
Who rehabs athletes with heart problems better than KSU?

They've been calling us 5-heart U for years.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on April 03, 2024, 12:29:51 PM
Now Zeke Mayo am belong to us.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Kid In the Hall on April 03, 2024, 12:41:47 PM
Now Zeke Mayo am belong to us.

Personally, I will never, ever get tired of that amazing reference
Title: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: michigancat on April 03, 2024, 12:58:12 PM
https://twitter.com/247HSHoops/status/1775582004483940747

get your dongs dugs out
Title: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Houstoncat93 on April 03, 2024, 01:06:34 PM
https://twitter.com/Cole_Manbeck/status/1775584338559533401?s=20
 
What a great day to be a Wildcats.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wELLsculptedbrows on April 03, 2024, 01:12:28 PM
need a link to any and all officially licensed k-stateo looney tunes merch, plz
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: chum1 on April 03, 2024, 01:12:53 PM
Nice!!!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 03, 2024, 01:13:26 PM
Peens fully out
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: IPA4Me on April 03, 2024, 01:22:12 PM
https://youtu.be/zpdUZxCm7kw?si=w6-54W5-ut-woN3h
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: PandaXpanda on April 03, 2024, 01:33:27 PM
https://youtu.be/DbBs7MqGqhA?si=zSeJ23j9EkBR9him

Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: DaBigTrain on April 03, 2024, 01:41:00 PM
 :emawkid: :emawkid: :emawkid:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: ChiComCat on April 03, 2024, 01:46:42 PM
I'm very happy to lock in a stud this early.  I felt like we were scrambling late the last two years and there wasn't a Keyontae to save us last year.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: john "teach me how to" dougie on April 03, 2024, 01:51:20 PM
Maybe he can talk Reed into coming too!   :crossfingers:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Stupid Fitz on April 03, 2024, 01:55:10 PM
Hopefully the issues he had that made UM not let him play away games don't put him on Dick's one strike and you are out list......
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 03, 2024, 01:57:10 PM
Hopefully we get the Mich center too.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: DaBigTrain on April 03, 2024, 01:57:43 PM
We're gonna be so good next year, guys!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: PandaXpanda on April 03, 2024, 02:02:11 PM
Hopefully the issues he had that made UM not let him play away games don't put him on Dick's one strike and you are out list......
Michigan Twitter making a lot of jokes about him transferring to a school where he'll be abele to qualify academically, so maybe it's that?

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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on April 03, 2024, 02:19:33 PM
Dug  :Chirp:
:cool:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Trim on April 03, 2024, 02:23:11 PM
I assume he’s named after our own dickstone?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on April 03, 2024, 03:01:11 PM
2.4 turnovers to 4.7 assists. Less than a 2-1 assist to turnover ratio. Sounds like a good fit.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 03, 2024, 03:15:58 PM
Hopefully the issues he had that made UM not let him play away games don't put him on Dick's one strike and you are out list......
Michigan Twitter making a lot of jokes about him transferring to a school where he'll be abele to qualify academically, so maybe it's that?

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it is that, but no one can figure out what kind of academic issue he had that didn't let him play in road games. A lot of weird crap went on around that program this year.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: doom on April 03, 2024, 03:32:54 PM
Hopefully we get the Mich center too.

If we do, we're officially renaming him "Dig."
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on April 03, 2024, 03:36:21 PM
Hopefully the issues he had that made UM not let him play away games don't put him on Dick's one strike and you are out list......
Michigan Twitter making a lot of jokes about him transferring to a school where he'll be abele to qualify academically, so maybe it's that?

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it is that, but no one can figure out what kind of academic issue he had that didn't let him play in road games. A lot of weird crap went on around that program this year.
Michigan fans on reddit saying he wasn't going to class. Who knows.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 03, 2024, 03:38:02 PM
Hopefully the issues he had that made UM not let him play away games don't put him on Dick's one strike and you are out list......
Michigan Twitter making a lot of jokes about him transferring to a school where he'll be abele to qualify academically, so maybe it's that?

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it is that, but no one can figure out what kind of academic issue he had that didn't let him play in road games. A lot of weird crap went on around that program this year.
Michigan fans on reddit saying he wasn't going to class. Who knows.

If that cute little girl is his, hopefully a need for a second chance will refocus him. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: mocat on April 03, 2024, 03:54:50 PM
i am not gE'ing here, how and why do we always, across three (very) different head coaches, ALWAYS get the dreamiest looking players?!?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 03, 2024, 04:15:11 PM
i am not gE'ing here, how and why do we always, across three (very) different head coaches, ALWAYS get the dreamiest looking players?!?

IDK, we get plenty of dreamboats but all 3 regimes had their fair share of faces only a mother could love too.
Title: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 03, 2024, 05:09:29 PM
lol at the staff prioritizing a point guard pick up in the portal.  you rubes know nothing, class dismissed.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 03, 2024, 05:18:22 PM
The thing I like about this guy is he can actually get past a defender off the dribble
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Stevesie60 on April 03, 2024, 05:25:25 PM
Do you guys think in situations like this, Tang had Quis reach out to him and say how much the staff could do for his game? And do you think Dug watched him last year and though "eff yeah"?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 03, 2024, 06:34:36 PM
That and half a million a year for the next two years
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 03, 2024, 08:29:33 PM
i am not gE'ing here, how and why do we always, across three (very) different head coaches, ALWAYS get the dreamiest looking players?!?

Man, I thought the same thing
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 03, 2024, 08:44:55 PM
https://twitter.com/Cole_Manbeck/status/1775584338559533401?s=20
 
What a great day to be a Wildcats.
“Second highest rated player in the On3 industry consensus rankings to commit to a school to date.”

manbeck’s quote has such a “most fans to ever cross state lines to go to a bowl game” vibe to it
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: mocat on April 03, 2024, 08:47:54 PM
https://twitter.com/Cole_Manbeck/status/1775584338559533401?s=20
 
What a great day to be a Wildcats.
“Second highest rated player in the On3 industry consensus rankings to commit to a school to date.”

manbeck’s quote has such a “most fans to ever cross state lines to go to a bowl game” vibe to it

"2nd largest st Patrick's day parade behind Chicago"
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: steve dave on April 03, 2024, 09:05:46 PM
yeah, but, THAT'S OK!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 03, 2024, 09:07:23 PM
If we land Cliff from Rutgers we may actually win the whole damn thing
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 03, 2024, 09:23:19 PM
Let's just get dem dudes
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on April 04, 2024, 07:29:35 AM
MBJ  :Chirp:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 04, 2024, 08:53:49 AM
MBJ  :Chirp:

If we get him and Reed we've taken care of any height issues.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: DaBigTrain on April 04, 2024, 08:57:17 AM
MBJ  :Chirp:

Michael Bishop Jr.  :surprised:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on April 04, 2024, 10:15:12 AM
I always wonder how current underclassmen feel about all the hype for bringing new players in

https://twitter.com/Dylan_Foster30/status/1775637668988153937
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 04, 2024, 10:46:46 AM
I always wonder how current underclassmen feel about all the hype for bringing new players in

https://twitter.com/Dylan_Foster30/status/1775637668988153937

Saw that and thought that is quite the statement to make. That being said I also always assume every school has someone who does that to every recruit they get and it's w/e
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on April 04, 2024, 10:59:14 AM
I always wonder how current underclassmen feel about all the hype for bringing new players in

https://twitter.com/Dylan_Foster30/status/1775637668988153937
I've been thinking about this, as well. It would suck to get recruited, come in as a freshman, buy-in, practice hard to earn playing time and then have players transfer in who are guaranteed playing time/usage in the program. I guess it is just a fact of life in the NIL/portal world but it still has to suck for these guys.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Stupid Fitz on April 04, 2024, 11:01:24 AM
The thing I like about this guy is he can actually get past a defender off the dribble

If he doesn't bring the ball up the court and dribble just past the 3 point line right into 3 defenders and then just give one of them the ball, its an improvement.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 04, 2024, 11:10:19 AM
The thing I like about this guy is he can actually get past a defender off the dribble

If he doesn't bring the ball up the court and dribble just past the 3 point line right into 3 defenders and then just give one of them the ball, its an improvement.

We have some good ball handling with Dug and DDA now we need a long wing that can shoot da 3 bomb.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: mocat on April 04, 2024, 11:16:53 AM
I always wonder how current underclassmen feel about all the hype for bringing new players in

https://twitter.com/Dylan_Foster30/status/1775637668988153937
I've been thinking about this, as well. It would suck to get recruited, come in as a freshman, buy-in, practice hard to earn playing time and then have players transfer in who are guaranteed playing time/usage in the program. I guess it is just a fact of life in the NIL/portal world but it still has to suck for these guys.

imagine seeing this tweet but you're The Flush
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 04, 2024, 11:48:08 AM
Dug only associates with All Americans
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: kstate4life on April 04, 2024, 12:18:37 PM
LBBIQ... How does Dug compliment Ques and Castillo?  Aren't they all the same type of player?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: michigancat on April 04, 2024, 12:26:39 PM
LBBIQ... How does Dug compliment Ques and Castillo?  Aren't they all the same type of player?

if they can all get buckets they can be literal clones for all I care
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 04, 2024, 12:27:15 PM
You guys remember having Denis and Jake on the court at the same time?  If not, it was either peak WildWildCat bb fun, or second to last year. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 04, 2024, 12:33:07 PM
Need to get back to throwing lots of alley oops
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on April 04, 2024, 12:50:35 PM
You guys remember having Denis and Jake on the court at the same time?  If not, it was either peak WildWildCat bb fun, or second to last year.
Denis + Jake was a close second to last year.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Rage Against the McKee on April 04, 2024, 02:30:13 PM
I always wonder how current underclassmen feel about all the hype for bringing new players in

https://twitter.com/Dylan_Foster30/status/1775637668988153937
I've been thinking about this, as well. It would suck to get recruited, come in as a freshman, buy-in, practice hard to earn playing time and then have players transfer in who are guaranteed playing time/usage in the program. I guess it is just a fact of life in the NIL/portal world but it still has to suck for these guys.

Eh. They practice together and it becomes obvious who should be on the floor. It's only an issue if the coaches are guaranteeing playing time and putting the worse player on the floor out of some sort of obligation.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on April 04, 2024, 03:18:24 PM
I always wonder how current underclassmen feel about all the hype for bringing new players in

https://twitter.com/Dylan_Foster30/status/1775637668988153937
I've been thinking about this, as well. It would suck to get recruited, come in as a freshman, buy-in, practice hard to earn playing time and then have players transfer in who are guaranteed playing time/usage in the program. I guess it is just a fact of life in the NIL/portal world but it still has to suck for these guys.

Eh. They practice together and it becomes obvious who should be on the floor. It's only an issue if the coaches are guaranteeing playing time and putting the worse player on the floor out of some sort of obligation.
makes sense
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 04, 2024, 08:50:46 PM
LBBIQ... How does Dug compliment Ques and Castillo?  Aren't they all the same type of player?
if i’m castillo, i’m hyped to have an experienced pg to help me learn the role at the next level.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on April 04, 2024, 09:03:06 PM
How big of an impact on one-and-donee’s will the NIL have within three years?

Will there be fewer and fewer because they can make decent money trying to improve their game in college?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 04, 2024, 09:17:10 PM
How big of an impact on one-and-donee’s will the NIL have within three years?

Will there be fewer and fewer because they can make decent money trying to improve their game in college?

I feel like we've seen less already. Unless they are for sure top like 10 pick why bother with NBA for a bit.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on April 05, 2024, 01:02:17 AM
How big of an impact on one-and-donee’s will the NIL have within three years?

Will there be fewer and fewer because they can make decent money trying to improve their game in college?

I feel like we've seen less already. Unless they are for sure top like 10 pick why bother with NBA for a bit.

Fewer. FEWER!!!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: BIG APPLE CAT on April 05, 2024, 07:58:01 AM
How big of an impact on one-and-donee’s will the NIL have within three years?

Will there be fewer and fewer because they can make decent money trying to improve their game in college?

I feel like we've seen less already. Unless they are for sure top like 10 pick why bother with NBA for a bit.

Fewer. FEWER!!!

 :shakesfist: :shakesfist: :shakesfist:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WildcatNkilt on April 05, 2024, 10:58:33 AM
You guys remember having Denis and Jake on the court at the same time?  If not, it was either peak WildWildCat bb fun, or second to last year.
Denis + Jake was a close second to last year.

Denis + Jake is still my favorite.  That team was amazing.  I will always be convinced the double OT game wore our ass out for Butler.  I think we would have beat Butler and gone on to win the NC. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 05, 2024, 11:18:45 AM
You guys remember having Denis and Jake on the court at the same time?  If not, it was either peak WildWildCat bb fun, or second to last year.
Denis + Jake was a close second to last year.

Denis + Jake is still my favorite.  That team was amazing.  I will always be convinced the double OT game wore our ass out for Butler.  I think we would have beat Butler and gone on to win the NC.

Right there with you.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 05, 2024, 11:20:35 AM
The 2009-10 team was good enough to win a natty, I agree.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on April 05, 2024, 11:31:03 AM
Seems like we want him

https://twitter.com/TiptonEdits/status/1776278499579617466
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 05, 2024, 11:32:06 AM
We ain't playin around this year
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on April 05, 2024, 11:41:46 AM
The 2009-10 team was good enough to win a natty, I agree.
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Not enough pros.

Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on April 05, 2024, 09:41:41 PM
You guys remember having Denis and Jake on the court at the same time?  If not, it was either peak WildWildCat bb fun, or second to last year.
Denis + Jake was a close second to last year.

Denis + Jake is still my favorite.  That team was amazing.  I will always be convinced the double OT game wore our ass out for Butler.  I think we would have beat Butler and gone on to win the NC.

Right there with you.
Physically and emotionally exhaustedr, and had to play the late game against Xavier, as well (just as we did last year and in 88 against Purdue).
I remember watching eventual champion Duke play that year before the tournament and my bro and I agreeing they weren't tough enough to play with the Cats. Truly, the junkyard Cats would have mopped them.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: michigancat on April 05, 2024, 09:54:29 PM
We didn't play the late game last year
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on April 06, 2024, 04:08:06 AM
MBJ  :Chirp:
What a week to be ultimately on the right side of history but MBJ is ours too you idiots. We are blessed!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on April 06, 2024, 09:27:59 AM
You guys remember having Denis and Jake on the court at the same time?  If not, it was either peak WildWildCat bb fun, or second to last year.
Denis + Jake was a close second to last year.

Denis + Jake is still my favorite.  That team was amazing.  I will always be convinced the double OT game wore our ass out for Butler.  I think we would have beat Butler and gone on to win the NC.

Right there with you.
Physically and emotionally exhaustedr, and had to play the late game against Xavier, as well (just as we did last year and in 88 against Purdue).
I remember watching eventual champion Duke play that year before the tournament and my bro and I agreeing they weren't tough enough to play with the Cats. Truly, the junkyard Cats would have mopped them.
What really hurts about our last four E8's (although I lost the ability to feel pain after the 2010 loss) is that it wasn't like we had the 1992 Duke team blocking our path to the F4 in any of those matchups. We faced a lower seed in all of those games.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 06, 2024, 11:14:32 AM
Now that Tang has succeeded in brining the President to heel, and secured more money for all things bb, I expect to see some high dollar signing and some sweet sweet oops next season.

I dream of Rich running the court and Dug, Dai2, Castillo, etc hitting him from 35’ out with a poster oop.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 06, 2024, 12:56:54 PM
Familiarize yourself with the name

https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/4433224/mikeal-brown-jones (https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/4433224/mikeal-brown-jones)
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on April 06, 2024, 01:26:41 PM
I want.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 06, 2024, 01:27:40 PM
Yes please!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 06, 2024, 02:26:11 PM
Familiarize yourself with the name

https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/4433224/mikeal-brown-jones (https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/4433224/mikeal-brown-jones)
nice numbers all around, instant impact dude
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Stevesie60 on April 06, 2024, 06:52:32 PM
Damn. Dude went from 18.2% from 3 his freshman year to 43.1% last year.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Skipper44 on April 06, 2024, 08:56:16 PM
limited sample size but his stats vs high majors are good
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on April 10, 2024, 01:13:17 AM
https://www.pjstar.com/story/sports/college/basketball/bradley-hoops/2024/03/20/ncaa-transfer-portal-missouri-valley-conference-mvc-players-transferring-for-2024-25/73024764007/

Mo Valley losing 12 of 16 all conference players to the portal
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 10, 2024, 02:11:58 AM
https://www.pjstar.com/story/sports/college/basketball/bradley-hoops/2024/03/20/ncaa-transfer-portal-missouri-valley-conference-mvc-players-transferring-for-2024-25/73024764007/

Mo Valley losing 12 of 16 all conference players to the portal
I believe 9 of those came from Drake and Indiana State. A 10th player was tampered with by Iowa State and he's transferring from Northern Iowa. Dude announced his destination the day after the portal opened.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: john "teach me how to" dougie on April 10, 2024, 09:38:52 AM
I hope we take a look at the goofy looking Indiana State center that drains 3s.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 10, 2024, 10:22:10 AM
He's following his old coach to SLU
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: joda on April 11, 2024, 11:31:28 AM
https://x.com/247hshoops/status/1778450657973784657?s=46&t=Irpc1Q0uPep4wACAVpL7DQ

Just some blue bloods doing blue blood things
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on April 11, 2024, 12:09:27 PM
I hope we take a look at the goofy looking Indiana State center that drains 3s.


He has also been nicknamed "Cream Abdul-Jabbar", after Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (bestowed by Kentucky Wildcats talk radio host Matt Jones), "Larry Nerd", "Larry Blurred", "Steph Blurry", “Milk Chamberlain”,and "Rob Wave" by fans, teammates, and users on Twitter, due to wearing protective goggles.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on April 11, 2024, 12:34:18 PM
I hope we take a look at the goofy looking Indiana State center that drains 3s.


He has also been nicknamed "Cream Abdul-Jabbar", after Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (bestowed by Kentucky Wildcats talk radio host Matt Jones), "Larry Nerd", "Larry Blurred", "Steph Blurry", “Milk Chamberlain”,and "Rob Wave" by fans, teammates, and users on Twitter, due to wearing protective goggles.
You've resorted to chat GPT for your posts  :frown:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on April 11, 2024, 12:50:39 PM
Copy/paste of a google search result.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 11, 2024, 09:15:41 PM
I'd love Avila cause all CBB love him. But really want Ballo.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: BIG APPLE CAT on April 11, 2024, 09:27:47 PM
FWIW if an Australian tried to say "emaw"...it might sound a lot like Oumar

Something to consider
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on April 12, 2024, 12:47:36 PM
"just scratching surface of potential"

https://twitter.com/DerekYoungKSO/status/1778513938360991775
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: stunted on April 12, 2024, 01:03:14 PM
definitely scratching me the right way  :fatty:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 12, 2024, 02:43:45 PM
I hope our renegotiated NIL part of Tang's contract is filthy and irresponsibly large.  The more basketball players we have trying to make it to class in lambos in winter, the better. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Stevesie60 on April 12, 2024, 04:13:45 PM
Crystal ball has former 5-star Mark Mitchell transferring from Duke to K-State!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on April 12, 2024, 04:16:31 PM
Crystal ball has former 5-star Mark Mitchell transferring from Duke to K-State!
That seems good!  :ksu:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: PandaXpanda on April 12, 2024, 04:27:03 PM
DY just posted on Twitter that he doesn't think we've been in contact with him.

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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on April 12, 2024, 05:21:49 PM
DY just posted on Twitter that he doesn't think we've been in contact with him.

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Does Mark Mitchell want the 'Cats more than the 'Cats want Mark Mitchell?  :Wha:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 13, 2024, 08:37:03 AM
DY just posted on Twitter that he doesn't think we've been in contact with him.

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Does Mark Mitchell want the 'Cats more than the 'Cats want Mark Mitchell?  :Wha:

I think DY is doing a reverse Gary Patterson sitch
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: PandaXpanda on April 13, 2024, 09:07:31 AM
Fsu recruit at the chef rn. Appears to be enjoying his time.

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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: PandaXpanda on April 13, 2024, 09:19:59 AM
Reem's with the family at a table and tang is at a high top with the player. Tang: "Now our fans are the best in the world... but when you're losing they're gonna get on your head!" lmao

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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: PandaXpanda on April 13, 2024, 09:23:24 AM
Cj jones,  not the player from fsu.

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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 13, 2024, 10:20:31 AM
Reem's with the family at a table and tang is at a high top with the player. Tang: "Now our fans are the best in the world... but when you're losing they're gonna get on your head!" lmao

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awesome
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 13, 2024, 11:00:48 AM
Familiarize yourself with the name

https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/4433224/mikeal-brown-jones (https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/4433224/mikeal-brown-jones)

Time to forget this name now
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on April 13, 2024, 11:12:53 AM
good posts today
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: catastrophe on April 13, 2024, 12:14:14 PM
Reem's with the family at a table and tang is at a high top with the player. Tang: "Now our fans are the best in the world... but when you're losing they're gonna get on your head!" lmao

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This is the premium content that brought me to gE in the first place.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: PandaXpanda on April 13, 2024, 12:19:57 PM
Reem's with the family at a table and tang is at a high top with the player. Tang: "Now our fans are the best in the world... but when you're losing they're gonna get on your head!" lmao

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This is the premium content that brought me to gE in the first place.
Bonus content: he told him to not check his dm's after a loss 'cause legalized sports betting has made fans ridiculous.

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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Stevesie60 on April 13, 2024, 03:28:30 PM
lol this reminds me of when I posted a conversation I overheard between Frank and Wefald at Bluestem Bistro.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 14, 2024, 12:50:07 PM
Familiarize yourself with the name

https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/4433224/mikeal-brown-jones (https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/4433224/mikeal-brown-jones)

Time to forget this name now

Who?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Hurricane Cat on April 14, 2024, 05:39:40 PM
Familiarize yourself with the name

https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/4433224/mikeal-brown-jones (https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/4433224/mikeal-brown-jones)

Time to forget this name now

lol, well played. 

At first I thought Tang was out maneuvered by Beard, but then realized Cats must have backed off . . .
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spaces on April 15, 2024, 01:01:21 PM
https://twitter.com/TiptonEdits/status/1779925166098657479
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 15, 2024, 01:09:55 PM
Going to the well once more on recruiting incredibly good looking players
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spaces on April 15, 2024, 01:32:55 PM
https://twitter.com/urcjay/status/1779936952474533976

And here is his commitment video. The gear that commits wear now is so elite  :love:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spaces on April 15, 2024, 01:44:58 PM
Last one- some random but sharp basketball mind breaks down CJ’s game (videos included) in this thread here:

https://twitter.com/jtabercrombie3/status/1775726297706008734
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: deputy dawg on April 15, 2024, 02:08:26 PM
Going to the well once more on recruiting incredibly good looking players

Yeah, K-State does recruit some fine-looking young men.  While KU recruits good athletes, they always look like they're a chromosome away from being developmentally disabled. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on April 15, 2024, 02:18:23 PM
Going to the well once more on recruiting incredibly good looking players

Yeah, K-State does recruit some fine-looking young men.  While KU recruits good athletes, they always look like they're a chromosome away from being developmentally disabled.

Everyone is a chromosome away from being developmentally disabled ...
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 15, 2024, 02:53:28 PM
WILL TAKE
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Stevesie60 on April 15, 2024, 03:24:50 PM
Going to the well once more on recruiting incredibly good looking players

Yeah, K-State does recruit some fine-looking young men.  While KU recruits good athletes, they always look like they're a chromosome away from being developmentally disabled.

Everyone is a chromosome away from being developmentally disabled ...

lol
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 15, 2024, 03:55:35 PM
Going to the well once more on recruiting incredibly good looking players

Yeah, K-State does recruit some fine-looking young men.  While KU recruits good athletes, they always look like they're a chromosome away from being developmentally disabled.

Everyone is a chromosome away from being developmentally disabled ...
lol
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 15, 2024, 03:56:18 PM
glad we signed another point guard, the highest priority need on this team has now been addressed
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on April 16, 2024, 11:46:13 AM
glad we signed another point guard, the highest priority need on this team has now been addressed
Yesterday, I learned that he played hoops on the same HS team as Buddy Rich. Hopefully, he will throw lots of lobs to Buddy.

Does this mean Glover won't play for the Cats?
When will we hear for sure what Kaluma is planning?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: ChiComCat on April 16, 2024, 02:36:33 PM
Miss on the Arizona stud - didn't make it past his first visit
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 16, 2024, 02:52:07 PM
I really want cliff from Rutgers and Baba from FSU.  Land those two on top of CJ and Dug and I'd be extremely happy.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: BIG APPLE CAT on April 16, 2024, 03:05:13 PM
Miss on the Arizona stud - didn't make it past his first visit

generally speaking...if a kid has several visits lined up is it better to be the first visit or the last?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 16, 2024, 03:27:42 PM
I like the sound of that Duke forward.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 16, 2024, 03:38:10 PM
How many open spots do we have left?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 16, 2024, 04:24:11 PM
How many open spots do we have left?

Sounds like Kaluma is leaning towards returning.

Dug
DDA
Glover
RJ
Castillo
Taj
Kaluma
Buddy
CJ
DNG


I think we are heavily pursuing Cliff from Rutgers so that would be 11.  Baba Miller would be 12.  Hopefully 13 is some under the radar mysrecruit with a high ceiling.





Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: chum1 on April 16, 2024, 04:51:37 PM
https://twitter.com/HeDontMissVj/status/1780322194804859316
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Stupid Fitz on April 16, 2024, 04:53:34 PM
https://twitter.com/HeDontMissVj/status/1780322194804859316

 :D
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 16, 2024, 05:06:12 PM
Duke forward

https://247sports.com/Player/Mark-Mitchell-46077127/ (https://247sports.com/Player/Mark-Mitchell-46077127/)

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Mark Mitchell, a former five-star McDonald's All-American and two-year starter for the Duke basketball program, entered the transfer portal earlier this week. Now, the 247Sports Crystal Ball projects the 6-foot-9, 230-pound forward to take his talents to Kansas State, albeit with only one entered prediction thus far.

https://www.si.com/college/duke/prediction-pops-outbound-basketball-transfer-4-24 (https://www.si.com/college/duke/prediction-pops-outbound-basketball-transfer-4-24)
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on April 16, 2024, 05:16:01 PM
How many open spots do we have left?

Sounds like Kaluma is leaning towards returning.

Dug
DDA
Glover
RJ
Castillo
Taj
Kaluma
Buddy
CJ
DNG


I think we are heavily pursuing Cliff from Rutgers so that would be 11.  Baba Miller would be 12.  Hopefully 13 is some under the radar mysrecruit with a high ceiling.

Really shaping up nicely
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on April 17, 2024, 01:59:29 PM
I hope we get our big red dog!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 17, 2024, 02:26:56 PM
Duke forward

https://247sports.com/Player/Mark-Mitchell-46077127/ (https://247sports.com/Player/Mark-Mitchell-46077127/)

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Mark Mitchell, a former five-star McDonald's All-American and two-year starter for the Duke basketball program, entered the transfer portal earlier this week. Now, the 247Sports Crystal Ball projects the 6-foot-9, 230-pound forward to take his talents to Kansas State, albeit with only one entered prediction thus far.

https://www.si.com/college/duke/prediction-pops-outbound-basketball-transfer-4-24 (https://www.si.com/college/duke/prediction-pops-outbound-basketball-transfer-4-24)

This is cap, by the way, we aren't recruiting this guy
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 17, 2024, 05:18:21 PM
Duke forward

https://247sports.com/Player/Mark-Mitchell-46077127/ (https://247sports.com/Player/Mark-Mitchell-46077127/)

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Mark Mitchell, a former five-star McDonald's All-American and two-year starter for the Duke basketball program, entered the transfer portal earlier this week. Now, the 247Sports Crystal Ball projects the 6-foot-9, 230-pound forward to take his talents to Kansas State, albeit with only one entered prediction thus far.

https://www.si.com/college/duke/prediction-pops-outbound-basketball-transfer-4-24 (https://www.si.com/college/duke/prediction-pops-outbound-basketball-transfer-4-24)

This is cap, by the way, we aren't recruiting this guy

Is that a recent change?  As of yesterday, I found 3 or 4 sources saying we were but they were all a week or so old at that time. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 17, 2024, 08:00:04 PM
Duke forward

https://247sports.com/Player/Mark-Mitchell-46077127/ (https://247sports.com/Player/Mark-Mitchell-46077127/)

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Mark Mitchell, a former five-star McDonald's All-American and two-year starter for the Duke basketball program, entered the transfer portal earlier this week. Now, the 247Sports Crystal Ball projects the 6-foot-9, 230-pound forward to take his talents to Kansas State, albeit with only one entered prediction thus far.

https://www.si.com/college/duke/prediction-pops-outbound-basketball-transfer-4-24 (https://www.si.com/college/duke/prediction-pops-outbound-basketball-transfer-4-24)

This is cap, by the way, we aren't recruiting this guy

Is that a recent change?  As of yesterday, I found 3 or 4 sources saying we were but they were all a week or so old at that time.

Those sources were weird college basketball aggregator twitter accounts, right? He's not been on campus and he's not going to be
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: PandaXpanda on April 17, 2024, 08:07:08 PM
Duke forward

https://247sports.com/Player/Mark-Mitchell-46077127/ (https://247sports.com/Player/Mark-Mitchell-46077127/)

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Mark Mitchell, a former five-star McDonald's All-American and two-year starter for the Duke basketball program, entered the transfer portal earlier this week. Now, the 247Sports Crystal Ball projects the 6-foot-9, 230-pound forward to take his talents to Kansas State, albeit with only one entered prediction thus far.

https://www.si.com/college/duke/prediction-pops-outbound-basketball-transfer-4-24 (https://www.si.com/college/duke/prediction-pops-outbound-basketball-transfer-4-24)

This is cap, by the way, we aren't recruiting this guy

Is that a recent change?  As of yesterday, I found 3 or 4 sources saying we were but they were all a week or so old at that time.

Those sources were weird college basketball aggregator twitter accounts, right? He's not been on campus and he's not going to be
It's been a couple days but DY said we hadn't been in contact

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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 17, 2024, 08:11:25 PM
Duke forward

https://247sports.com/Player/Mark-Mitchell-46077127/ (https://247sports.com/Player/Mark-Mitchell-46077127/)

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Mark Mitchell, a former five-star McDonald's All-American and two-year starter for the Duke basketball program, entered the transfer portal earlier this week. Now, the 247Sports Crystal Ball projects the 6-foot-9, 230-pound forward to take his talents to Kansas State, albeit with only one entered prediction thus far.

https://www.si.com/college/duke/prediction-pops-outbound-basketball-transfer-4-24 (https://www.si.com/college/duke/prediction-pops-outbound-basketball-transfer-4-24)

This is cap, by the way, we aren't recruiting this guy

Is that a recent change?  As of yesterday, I found 3 or 4 sources saying we were but they were all a week or so old at that time.

Those sources were weird college basketball aggregator twitter accounts, right? He's not been on campus and he's not going to be

I guess I was unaware that SI is a shitty aggregator now.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 17, 2024, 08:22:03 PM
They fired all the writers and basically operate with an AI
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 17, 2024, 08:22:57 PM
Duke forward

https://247sports.com/Player/Mark-Mitchell-46077127/ (https://247sports.com/Player/Mark-Mitchell-46077127/)

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Mark Mitchell, a former five-star McDonald's All-American and two-year starter for the Duke basketball program, entered the transfer portal earlier this week. Now, the 247Sports Crystal Ball projects the 6-foot-9, 230-pound forward to take his talents to Kansas State, albeit with only one entered prediction thus far.

https://www.si.com/college/duke/prediction-pops-outbound-basketball-transfer-4-24 (https://www.si.com/college/duke/prediction-pops-outbound-basketball-transfer-4-24)

This is cap, by the way, we aren't recruiting this guy

Is that a recent change?  As of yesterday, I found 3 or 4 sources saying we were but they were all a week or so old at that time.

Those sources were weird college basketball aggregator twitter accounts, right? He's not been on campus and he's not going to be

I guess I was unaware that SI is a shitty aggregator now.

It actually is now, unfortunately
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 17, 2024, 08:35:10 PM
Damn. That’s crazy.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Havs on April 18, 2024, 01:08:40 PM
Early rumbles say Michigan State
https://twitter.com/TransferPortal_/status/1781017996825076194
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Dirty Deeds on April 18, 2024, 01:31:07 PM
Duke forward

https://247sports.com/Player/Mark-Mitchell-46077127/ (https://247sports.com/Player/Mark-Mitchell-46077127/)

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Mark Mitchell, a former five-star McDonald's All-American and two-year starter for the Duke basketball program, entered the transfer portal earlier this week. Now, the 247Sports Crystal Ball projects the 6-foot-9, 230-pound forward to take his talents to Kansas State, albeit with only one entered prediction thus far.

https://www.si.com/college/duke/prediction-pops-outbound-basketball-transfer-4-24 (https://www.si.com/college/duke/prediction-pops-outbound-basketball-transfer-4-24)

This is cap, by the way, we aren't recruiting this guy
So why aren't we recruiting him?


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 18, 2024, 01:36:24 PM
He doesn't fit what Tang wants to do.  He can't shoot a lick from outside of 2 feet.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on April 18, 2024, 02:15:47 PM
A.J. Storr from Wisconsin-->Kansas. Averaged 16.8 points and 3.9 rebounds per game with Wisconsin last season.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 18, 2024, 02:17:52 PM
What's the scuttle on swapping out Dickinson for Kalkbrenner? That would have my attention.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on April 18, 2024, 02:20:32 PM
No idea.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 18, 2024, 02:51:15 PM
Looks like we are attempting to bring in a Brady Heslip esque sniper in Brendan Hausen from Villanova. Visiting this weekend. First white chocolate of the Tang era?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Kid In the Hall on April 18, 2024, 03:18:54 PM
He doesn't fit what Tang wants to do.  He can't shoot a lick from outside of 2 feet.

Well, neither could Colbert...

I just hope we don't strike out too many times and/or wait too long and then end up with a few McNairs. One would be fine as a complimentary piece, but we've got to do better this year.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on April 18, 2024, 03:37:27 PM
Looks like we are attempting to bring in a Brady Heslip esque sniper in Brendan Hausen from Villanova. Visiting this weekend. First white chocolate of the Tang era?

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An elite shooter from long range who has connected on .395 of his attempts from beyond the 3-point arc in 66 games over two seasons as a Wildcat.

Would take!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: yoga-like_abana on April 18, 2024, 03:54:37 PM
Looks like we are attempting to bring in a Brady Heslip esque sniper in Brendan Hausen from Villanova. Visiting this weekend. First white chocolate of the Tang era?
He looks a little KUey to me
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on April 18, 2024, 04:10:45 PM
Looks like we are attempting to bring in a Brady Heslip esque sniper in Brendan Hausen from Villanova. Visiting this weekend. First white chocolate of the Tang era?
He looks a little KUey to me

In that case, pray you can swoop him up.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: KITNfury on April 18, 2024, 06:43:07 PM
Scoop?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on April 18, 2024, 06:51:34 PM
Scoop?

No, I meant swoop.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: yoga-like_abana on April 18, 2024, 07:51:35 PM
Guy looks like a Chad. Am I right fellow youngster Dax or am I right?


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: star seed 7 on April 19, 2024, 02:41:51 AM
This is definitely a swooping situation
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on April 19, 2024, 11:50:12 AM
He looks very short in photos, but is listed at 6’4”
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Dugout DickStone on April 19, 2024, 12:24:08 PM
This is definitely a swooping situation

Swooping in on this Chad
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: IPA4Me on April 19, 2024, 12:31:17 PM
Interesting Portal Kombat theory.

https://twitter.com/kgvancamp/status/1781355903008317525?t=jAfFdiPX8Jwy0Uigwh7YhQ&s=19
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on April 19, 2024, 04:50:22 PM
Athletic department needs to hire some goEMAW'ers to get a competitive advantage on stuff like this (have your people call my people K-State athletics)
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 19, 2024, 05:01:22 PM
Interesting Portal Kombat theory.

https://twitter.com/kgvancamp/status/1781355903008317525?t=jAfFdiPX8Jwy0Uigwh7YhQ&s=19

Poor Fitz got used as a pawn and now he is crying about it
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: catastrophe on April 19, 2024, 05:17:20 PM
Is the recruiting advantage that other programs would start backing off? I don’t really get the strategy.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 19, 2024, 05:25:31 PM
The story is Beard and his staff circulated that Mark Mitchell had silently committed to KSU. They did it to put doubt in the mind of MBJ, so they could close him on his visit.  Fitz and his flunkies lapped it up and put in a crystal ball prediction for Mitchell to KSU.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Skipper44 on April 19, 2024, 05:37:58 PM
maybe the KSU cats and the AZ cats are chasing the same big in portal and the AZ Wildcat beat writer predicting Murphy to KSU is an attempt to sway this other big.  Hell, maybe it was Kaluma
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: IPA4Me on April 19, 2024, 05:39:56 PM
Holy crap. That's hilarious. What a tool.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: LickNeckey on April 19, 2024, 07:56:50 PM
it's Patterson!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Kid In the Hall on April 19, 2024, 08:58:52 PM
If you beat the crap out of your wife, guessing you probably don't have a whole lot of scruples when it comes to recruiting...
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on April 20, 2024, 07:56:45 AM
The story is Beard and his staff circulated that Mark Mitchell had silently committed to KSU. They did it to put doubt in the mind of MBJ, so they could close him on his visit.  Fitz and his flunkies lapped it up and put in a crystal ball prediction for Mitchell to KSU.

Fitz put a crystal ball in too? Thought it was just the AZ guy
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 20, 2024, 09:06:53 AM
I thought Ryan Gilbert did but maybe I'm wrong.  I may have slandered the good name of Fitz for nothing.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: IPA4Me on April 20, 2024, 09:19:29 AM
Good name. Pssh.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 20, 2024, 09:52:50 AM
I thought Ryan Gilbert did but maybe I'm wrong.  I may have slandered the good name of Fitz for nothing.

It was Gilbert, Fitz doesn't do crystal balls, but it's his damn website
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on April 20, 2024, 02:45:48 PM
I thought Ryan Gilbert did but maybe I'm wrong.  I may have slandered the good name of Fitz for nothing.

It was Gilbert, Fitz doesn't do crystal balls, but it's his damn website
Boss signs off, no?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 20, 2024, 03:10:36 PM
Beard. Respect.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 21, 2024, 12:30:47 PM
I thought Ryan Gilbert did but maybe I'm wrong.  I may have slandered the good name of Fitz for nothing.

It was Gilbert, Fitz doesn't do crystal balls, but it's his damn website
Boss signs off, no?

You'd assume so :dunno:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WildcatNation on April 21, 2024, 07:54:51 PM
I thought Ryan Gilbert did but maybe I'm wrong.  I may have slandered the good name of Fitz for nothing.

It was Gilbert, Fitz doesn't do crystal balls, but it's his damn website

Nobody on our side put in a prediction of Mitchell to KSU. Jason Scheer from Arizona did and apparently got played by Chris Beard and then got weirdly defensive about it.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: LickNeckey on April 22, 2024, 08:11:35 AM
Hausen kid seemed to be appreciating the raspberry bean dip yesterday
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on April 22, 2024, 10:24:04 AM
Hausen kid seemed to be appreciating the raspberry bean dip yesterday
:emawkid:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 23, 2024, 02:26:52 PM
Apparently we have Battle and Cliff on campus tomorrow for visits.  Staff is swinging for the fences this year.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: ChiComCat on April 23, 2024, 02:38:28 PM
Apparently we have Battle and Cliff on campus tomorrow for visits.  Staff is swinging for the fences this year.

I think some of it is a result of an improved NIL war chest
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on April 23, 2024, 03:24:21 PM
Clifford, Miller, and Battle would have me very :excited:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 23, 2024, 09:13:45 PM
Let's get em, and then let's party
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 23, 2024, 09:16:39 PM
Kaluma declared.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Watershed on April 24, 2024, 06:31:05 AM
Zero chance he gets drafted. I know he can come back and is prob testing waters but he’s not getting drafted. Wade didn’t get drafted and he’s not Wade. He’s getting bad advice.


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 24, 2024, 07:01:07 AM
There is no downside to declaring for the draft under the current rules. He can go through the process and withdraw his name a month from now and still play college ball.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: michigancat on April 24, 2024, 07:07:17 AM
IMO going through the process and withdrawing is good for most with pro aspirations, even if they're likely to play in Europe
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on April 24, 2024, 08:46:52 AM
RJ is hitting the portal:

https://x.com/SSN_KState/status/1783129154793136570
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on April 24, 2024, 08:54:51 AM
RJ is hitting the portal:

https://x.com/SSN_KState/status/1783129154793136570

This one is a bummer for me.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 24, 2024, 08:55:10 AM
RJ is hitting the portal:

https://x.com/SSN_KState/status/1783129154793136570
this is the biggest surprise to me.  disappointing.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 24, 2024, 08:57:30 AM
IMO going through the process and withdrawing is good for most with pro aspirations, even if they're likely to play in Europe
i’m not sure what all of the nuances are but i’d be curious as to what the upfront costs are to him/other players who have no real shot of getting drafted.  the long term benefit is obvious as it could lead to FA opportunities that otherwise might not exist but just wondering how it impacts him now, if at all.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: ChiComCat on April 24, 2024, 10:35:47 AM
I'm assuming RJ bolting is a good sign for us snagging Battle and/or Hausen. 

I'm surprised it too him this long to leave.  He's behind Dai Dai already.  We already brought in Dug and CJ to play in front of him.  Castillo will play in front of him.  We're still looking at adding Battle who would take more of his minutes and Hausen who he would perhaps share time with. Tang and Co are trying hard not to play him next year.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 24, 2024, 11:22:47 AM
I think the staff is being strategic with announcements but my money is on Hausen and Battle being done deals already.  Not sure what to think on Kaluma/Baba Miller.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 24, 2024, 02:12:46 PM
eff me :flush:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 24, 2024, 03:13:53 PM
Just photoshop Dai Dai in there
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 24, 2024, 04:01:04 PM
Just photoshop Dai Dai in there

No.  For real?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on April 24, 2024, 04:05:14 PM
Just photoshop Dai Dai in there

No.  For real?

he's referring to my sig pic
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 24, 2024, 04:12:39 PM
Gotcha.  Got those turned off. 


whew.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Stevesie60 on April 25, 2024, 05:31:42 PM
Damn. Mrs. Stevesie60's favorite player was RJ by a lot. If Buddy leaves we might be giving up our season tickets.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 25, 2024, 05:37:46 PM
Name on the front, not on the back brother.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 25, 2024, 06:35:48 PM
Damn. Mrs. Stevesie60's favorite player was RJ by a lot. If Buddy leaves we might be giving up our season tickets.

Hang on. It's going to be a fun season.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: sys on April 25, 2024, 06:36:37 PM
college athletics should just stop putting names on the back.  could save a lot of money on uniforms.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 25, 2024, 07:05:43 PM
college athletics should just stop putting names on the back.  could save a lot of money on uniforms.
i’d prefer that the ncaa issues each player one set of uniforms (home and away) for each division 1 school.  the player can then filter through his/her uniform closet and select the appropriate uniforms for the school which they’re currently enrolled in.  after eligibility, the players will simply discard any unused uniforms.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: sys on April 25, 2024, 07:19:08 PM
that does make more sense.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 25, 2024, 09:39:31 PM
of course it does, and that’s why they probably won’t do it
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 26, 2024, 09:17:32 AM
https://twitter.com/HausenBrendan/status/1783860139432235446
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 26, 2024, 09:27:27 AM
We just can't miss on model looking dudes
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on April 26, 2024, 09:49:04 AM
Let us enjoy this, Fran!

https://twitter.com/franfraschilla/status/1783863214813401178
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 26, 2024, 09:59:26 AM
White guy that shoots 40% from 3 and has a country music themed commitment announcement. We are winning it all next year.


 https://x.com/hausenbrendan/status/1783869982704570659?s=46&t=tYwTUm4s0RPJhorbucsbBg
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on April 26, 2024, 10:09:12 AM
If he had any guts at all, he would have used Beyonce's music. Conclusion: total dud.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: BIG APPLE CAT on April 26, 2024, 10:10:03 AM
honestly thought someone had put a disney filter on Hausen because of his square jaw and incredibly handsome face but nope he's just that much of a complete hunk
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 26, 2024, 10:15:28 AM
If he had any guts at all, he would have used Beyonce's music. Conclusion: total dud.

Looks like you are Hausen some jealousy
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 26, 2024, 10:39:57 AM
Add Ques Glover to the RIP pile
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 26, 2024, 10:47:54 AM
Yeah, sucks for him, a big what if had he been healthy.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 26, 2024, 01:27:48 PM
Add Ques Glover to the RIP pile
this should not surprise
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 27, 2024, 06:42:05 PM
Baye Fall to the Cats
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on April 27, 2024, 06:44:05 PM
Baye Fall to the Cats
Really nice get
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 27, 2024, 07:39:59 PM
Hot
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: LickNeckey on April 27, 2024, 10:56:07 PM
v hawt
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Catchacold on April 28, 2024, 03:35:06 PM
Just photoshop Dai Dai in there

welp
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 28, 2024, 03:48:34 PM
The portal giveth and taketh away
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 28, 2024, 05:41:51 PM
This seems crazy.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 28, 2024, 06:26:56 PM
Sigh
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: LickNeckey on April 28, 2024, 09:30:59 PM
I didn't see any circumstances where the guards would leave and Buddy would stay
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on April 28, 2024, 11:10:31 PM
I blame Linton. fuckers kicks those who want to play for the Cats off the team, for one. Also missing the tourney took some steam out of the program. Had we won a couple of games in March with Tomlin on the team, the off-season vibe would have been much different. So again, eff Lint trap.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on April 28, 2024, 11:30:21 PM
I always wonder how current underclassmen feel about all the hype for bringing new players in

https://twitter.com/Dylan_Foster30/status/1775637668988153937
I've been thinking about this, as well. It would suck to get recruited, come in as a freshman, buy-in, practice hard to earn playing time and then have players transfer in who are guaranteed playing time/usage in the program. I guess it is just a fact of life in the NIL/portal world but it still has to suck for these guys.

WELP
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on April 28, 2024, 11:32:27 PM
what is the point in following high school recruiting at this moment in time? Any recruit who is so so will probably be gone and any recruit who whips ass most likely will transfer out.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Pete on April 29, 2024, 07:32:44 AM
I think the only way to even remotely "fix" this is to limit it on the school side...limit how many transfers a school can take in a give year.  A "demand" reduction.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on April 29, 2024, 08:44:52 AM
what is the point in following high school recruiting at this moment in time? Any recruit who is so so will probably be gone and any recruit who whips ass most likely will transfer out.
I was trying to keep an open mind about the NIL era but Dai Dai's departure confirms that we are now following a low-level pro team with players and coaches that have at most a one-year commitment to the program.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: john "teach me how to" dougie on April 29, 2024, 09:29:28 AM
The only way to fix it is to put a minimum and maximum on NIL. If you get caught going over the maximum, you get a 2 year ban on post season play.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 29, 2024, 10:27:14 AM
https://twitter.com/KStateMBB/status/1784966224574550220

Officially looks nice
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 29, 2024, 10:31:43 AM
I think the only way to even remotely "fix" this is to limit it on the school side...limit how many transfers a school can take in a give year.  A "demand" reduction.

The only way to fix it is to put a minimum and maximum on NIL. If you get caught going over the maximum, you get a 2 year ban on post season play.

I think a combo of this needs to happen. Like a school can only get like 3 (or w/e) transfers per year. A transfer can only enter the portal once. You can only spend up to $2 mill or w/e you want on it.

The only loop hole is for if you are on a team and the HC leaves. Then you can transfer out in the portal w/o using that one transfer, and that school with a new HC is not limited to transfer amounts for that first season.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: kstate4life on April 29, 2024, 10:46:15 AM
So we getting Battle or what?  Seems like twitter thought it was a done deal.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 29, 2024, 11:12:00 AM
So we getting Battle or what?  Seems like twitter thought it was a done deal.
Yes you can consider that one done
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: kstate4life on April 29, 2024, 11:26:50 AM
So we getting Battle or what?  Seems like twitter thought it was a done deal.
Yes you can consider that one done

 :ksu:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: catastrophe on April 29, 2024, 12:10:34 PM
what is the point in following high school recruiting at this moment in time? Any recruit who is so so will probably be gone and any recruit who whips ass most likely will transfer out.
I was trying to keep an open mind about the NIL era but Dai Dai's departure confirms that we are now following a low-level pro team with players and coaches that have at most a one-year commitment to the program.
Yeah I’m a little worried this could ruin the sport if left unchecked. Right now it’s the worst of both worlds because at least in the pros you have contracts and (in the NFL at least) franchise tagging.

Potentially starting every year with a completely new roster takes 90% of the fun out of being any kind of fan but especially a college fan.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 29, 2024, 12:12:01 PM
Should we just designate Arkansas, North Texas, and another one or two schools as our farm teams and transfer kids down and up as they need? 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on April 29, 2024, 12:13:35 PM
what is the point in following high school recruiting at this moment in time? Any recruit who is so so will probably be gone and any recruit who whips ass most likely will transfer out.
I was trying to keep an open mind about the NIL era but Dai Dai's departure confirms that we are now following a low-level pro team with players and coaches that have at most a one-year commitment to the program.
Yeah I’m a little worried this could ruin the sport if left unchecked. Right now it’s the worst of both worlds because at least in the pros you have contracts and (in the NFL at least) franchise tagging.

Potentially starting every year with a completely new roster takes 90% of the fun out of being any kind of fan but especially a college fan.

Agreed, it went from "oh boy I look forward to seeing this kid play for 4 years, will be sad when he leaves" to "I'll be happy if we actually stays." Like I'm glad they have more choice and are getting paid, but it's such a free for all.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 29, 2024, 12:31:59 PM
I remember having a hard time rooting for the 22-23 kstate team because they were all new.  Even harder time for the 07-08 cats.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: LickNeckey on April 29, 2024, 12:48:16 PM
The only way to fix it is to put a minimum and maximum on NIL. If you get caught going over the maximum, you get a 2 year ban on post season play.

why do you hate free markets
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Houstoncat93 on April 29, 2024, 12:59:40 PM
This transfer\NIL era only works long term if you make the players employees and then collectively bargain in the rules suggested above. College football and basketball have to transition to a pro-model.  It is the only way to maintain a fair balance of compensation and freedom for the players and a product that fans want to watch.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 29, 2024, 01:04:04 PM
This transfer\NIL era only works long term if you make the players employees and then collectively bargain in the rules suggested above. College football and basketball have to transition to a pro-model.  It is the only way to maintain a fair balance of compensation and freedom for the players and a product that fans want to watch.


No one is going to stop watching college sports because the players don't stay all 4 years.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on April 29, 2024, 01:05:45 PM
I remember having a hard time rooting for the 22-23 kstate team because they were all new.  Even harder time for the 07-08 cats.
Both of those were very easy to get behind right off the bat, imHo
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: OB_Won on April 29, 2024, 01:08:16 PM
This transfer\NIL era only works long term if you make the players employees and then collectively bargain in the rules suggested above. College football and basketball have to transition to a pro-model.  It is the only way to maintain a fair balance of compensation and freedom for the players and a product that fans want to watch.
In all seriousness, when you really boil down to it, what's even the point of college sports if they do that? It's essentially just minor leagues with an option to draft AFTER (as opposed to before) seeing them play amongst a more competitive and thinned herd.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 29, 2024, 01:42:23 PM
I remember having a hard time rooting for the 22-23 kstate team because they were all new.  Even harder time for the 07-08 cats.
Both of those were very easy to get behind right off the bat, imHo

Oh that's right, I loved the crap out of them both and I hadn't a damn clue who basically any of them were in October.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: sys on April 29, 2024, 07:09:03 PM
they probably should just cancel college athletics, it's incredibly stupid the way things have gone.


but as the tweet says, i'll still keep watching that garbage.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: SleepFighter on April 29, 2024, 07:41:12 PM
Everyone should just go find themselves a nice D2 or Ivy to root for.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on April 29, 2024, 08:21:08 PM
This transfer\NIL era only works long term if you make the players employees and then collectively bargain in the rules suggested above. College football and basketball have to transition to a pro-model.  It is the only way to maintain a fair balance of compensation and freedom for the players and a product that fans want to watch.


No one is going to stop watching college sports because the players don't stay all 4 years.
but that’s not what houstoncat93 said. there will undoubtedly be fewer fans because of this level of player churn, which is the point
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Stevesie60 on April 29, 2024, 09:12:18 PM
I think the contracts idea is the only way to satisfy both sides of the equation. Your freshman contract could be written comparable to a rookie contract. And you lose NIL if you agree to play 2 years but leave beforehand (unless the coach leaves) or something like that. Otherwise every kid not starting is going to transfer, and 2-3 starters are going to transfer every year.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Trim on April 29, 2024, 09:50:49 PM
Turn on tnt.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Rage Against the McKee on April 30, 2024, 09:43:53 AM
This is the best things will ever be for us moving forward. We can put a nice run together with the current staff and rules. If schools start signing contracts and paying players, the Big 12 will stop being competitive.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: deputy dawg on April 30, 2024, 11:06:19 AM
Should we just designate Arkansas, North Texas, and another one or two schools as our farm teams and transfer kids down and up as they need?

Don't forget NDSU
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on April 30, 2024, 03:25:14 PM
some good portal / dudes news:

https://x.com/JonRothstein/status/1785391443416154408
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: muqluk on April 30, 2024, 07:33:34 PM
Should we just designate Arkansas, North Texas, and another one or two schools as our farm teams and transfer kids down and up as they need?

Don't forget NDSU
Nebraska belongs on this list
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: chum1 on April 30, 2024, 07:41:52 PM
 :frown:

https://twitter.com/TransferPortal_/status/1785448531157004722
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Stupid Fitz on April 30, 2024, 07:51:16 PM
:frown:

https://twitter.com/TransferPortal_/status/1785448531157004722
What the crap? It’s like a 1 year only policy at this point.


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: catastrophe on April 30, 2024, 08:06:42 PM
Now there is a man who likes keeping his options open. I wouldn’t be surprised if he’s registering for the LSAT and MCAT while he’s at it.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: LickNeckey on April 30, 2024, 08:21:01 PM
wild
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Cire on April 30, 2024, 08:34:11 PM
That means we’re getting the guard from Arkansas


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on April 30, 2024, 08:38:51 PM
rough ridin' wild
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: DaBigTrain on April 30, 2024, 08:43:39 PM
Ridiculous
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on April 30, 2024, 08:53:35 PM
How many scholarship players does KSU have, and can anyone name them?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: muqluk on April 30, 2024, 08:56:20 PM
How many scholarship players does KSU have, and can anyone name them?

…Jaeqwan … Marquis-Nottomlin?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Cire on April 30, 2024, 09:00:18 PM
There’s MULTIPLE myscommits and mysvisitors


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on April 30, 2024, 09:29:05 PM
How many scholarship players does KSU have, and can anyone name them?

We have 9 at the moment
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on May 01, 2024, 12:52:21 AM
I think we can dismiss as a myth the idea that Tang builds a special bond with his players. Maybe Tomlin,  but Linton crap on that.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: john "teach me how to" dougie on May 01, 2024, 09:00:07 AM
I think we can dismiss as a myth the idea that Tang builds a special bond with his players. Maybe Tomlin,  but Linton crap on that.

Uncontrolled NIL destroyed the idea of school or coach loyalty when dealing with 18 year old kids.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on May 01, 2024, 09:20:46 AM
I think we can dismiss as a myth the idea that Tang builds a special bond with his players. Maybe Tomlin,  but Linton crap on that.

Uncontrolled NIL destroyed the idea of school or coach loyalty when dealing with 18 year old kids.

We are still probably better off with Tang.  From the guy I know that has interacted with Tang a few times, Tang has a personality that makes you feel like you both already know each other and is very likable.  Same guy told me Reem is even more so like that.  Those are great attributes if we have to sell our team to a new 7 or 8 kids annually.  Especially if Tang's new contract has a significant NIL component. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on May 01, 2024, 10:05:08 AM
I think we need to love our guys a little more.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 01, 2024, 10:27:54 AM
Guys love Tang, they just aren't going to shoot off their own foot if the bag is available elsewhere.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Kid In the Hall on May 01, 2024, 11:52:11 AM
I cannot fathom how Weber would even begin to operate in this new climate
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on May 01, 2024, 01:42:22 PM
I cannot fathom how Weber would even begin to operate in this new climate

A time machine, I suppoose.

Same for LHC Bill Snyder.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Rage Against the McKee on May 01, 2024, 01:46:40 PM
I cannot fathom how Weber would even begin to operate in this new climate

A time machine, I suppoose.

Same for LHC Bill Snyder.

I think young Snyder would be really good with the portal and NIL. Old Snyder would just lose players left and right, though.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Stupid Fitz on May 01, 2024, 02:13:54 PM
I think we can dismiss as a myth the idea that Tang builds a special bond with his players. Maybe Tomlin,  but Linton crap on that.

Uncontrolled NIL destroyed the idea of school or coach loyalty when dealing with 18 year old kids.

We are still probably better off with Tang.  From the guy I know that has interacted with Tang a few times, Tang has a personality that makes you feel like you both already know each other and is very likable.  Same guy told me Reem is even more so like that.  Those are great attributes if we have to sell our team to a new 7 or 8 kids annually.  Especially if Tang's new contract has a significant NIL component.

This is probably true, I've interacted with Reem twice with my kid and it was the same thing both times. He went above and beyond. Like from just saying, "hey coach Reem" to him immediately running over like he knew us and talking to my kid for a few minutes. Seems like a legit nice dude and that has to resonate with players. Money usually trumps that unfortunately.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: john "teach me how to" dougie on May 01, 2024, 03:22:50 PM
Guys love Tang, they just aren't going to shoot off their own foot if the bag is available elsewhere.

Yeah, I don't blame them at all. Most of these guys will probably make more playing college ball than any pro ball.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on May 01, 2024, 04:13:38 PM
I think we can dismiss as a myth the idea that Tang builds a special bond with his players. Maybe Tomlin,  but Linton crap on that.

Uncontrolled NIL destroyed the idea of school or coach loyalty when dealing with 18 year old kids.

https://x.com/Coachreem4ever/status/1785778374289531382
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on May 01, 2024, 04:42:17 PM
Do any of the AD folks still post here?  If so, I have an NIL idea:

They need to set up an account that can receive venmo, text donations, etc via mobile, then flash that on the jumbo screens at all games so that fans can donate in the heat of the moment, while they are all horned up, to the KState Collective, or whatever they are rough ridin' calling it.  They should flash that on the screen after every touch down, sack, alley oop, etc.  It should be on all screens as fans enter and exit all games. 

Would be a good idea to figure out how to milk for the NIL money since that is the future. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Houstoncat93 on May 01, 2024, 05:51:29 PM
Do any of the AD folks still post here?  If so, I have an NIL idea:

They need to set up an account that can receive venmo, text donations, etc via mobile, then flash that on the jumbo screens at all games so that fans can donate in the heat of the moment, while they are all horned up, to the KState Collective, or whatever they are rough ridin' calling it.  They should flash that on the screen after every touch down, sack, alley oop, etc.  It should be on all screens as fans enter and exit all games. 

Would be a good idea to figure out how to milk for the NIL money since that is the future.

https://catsnil.com/support-our-athletes/

You can sign up for as little as $9.99 per month.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 01, 2024, 06:09:17 PM
NIL is a billionaires playground, any attempts at grass roots fundraising are just token effort to go through the motions.
Title: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: catastrophe on May 01, 2024, 07:25:19 PM
NIL is a billionaires playground, any attempts at grass roots fundraising are just token effort to go through the motions.
Why would donations to Ahearn Fund be any different? Just because they’re tax deductible they’re more suitable for the little guy?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 01, 2024, 07:46:53 PM
I'm sure the vast majority of Ahearn fund raising is from high net worth individuals.  Damn near everything is named after Carl Ice.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Stevesie60 on May 01, 2024, 10:09:38 PM
I don't know my answer to this, and am not trying to imply anything by asking; do either Dai Dai or RJ stay if Tang doesn't flirt with Arkansas?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: john "teach me how to" dougie on May 02, 2024, 12:46:54 AM
I kind of last track, but didn't they bring in like 3 portal guards? Maybe that's why the decided to leave? Or it could have just been to try and increase their NIL.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on May 02, 2024, 09:26:51 AM
I don't know my answer to this, and am not trying to imply anything by asking; do either Dai Dai or RJ stay if Tang doesn't flirt with Arkansas?
Don't believe that had anything to do with it, imHo.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: PandaXpanda on May 02, 2024, 09:37:15 AM
3maw podcast from yesterday made it sound like he was mad they brought in competition at pg. They said a family member made a similar comment on Fitz' latest YT video.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: ChiComCat on May 02, 2024, 09:43:51 AM
Dai Dai and RJ were moving backward on the depth chart with Dug, Castillo, CJ and seemingly Battle.  They went from 3rd and 4th at the position to probably 4th and 6th.  We'll see how the rest of the roster fills out, but we'd probably need to run 3 guards quite a bit (which we might do) for Dai Dai and RJ to even get the minutes they got last year.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on May 02, 2024, 10:32:29 AM
Dai Dai and RJ were moving backward on the depth chart with Dug, Castillo, CJ and seemingly Battle.  They went from 3rd and 4th at the position to probably 4th and 6th.  We'll see how the rest of the roster fills out, but we'd probably need to run 3 guards quite a bit (which we might do) for Dai Dai and RJ to even get the minutes they got last year.

I don't remember where I saw it, but I saw someone post something saying that Dai Dai was told he would still be starting most likely, but he was still advised by his ppl to leave.  No clue on validity. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: kstate4life on May 02, 2024, 10:35:54 AM
Battle doesn't seem like a thing anymore.  Visiting Gonzaga this weekend after Nova a few days ago.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: PandaXpanda on May 02, 2024, 10:37:57 AM
Dai Dai and RJ were moving backward on the depth chart with Dug, Castillo, CJ and seemingly Battle.  They went from 3rd and 4th at the position to probably 4th and 6th.  We'll see how the rest of the roster fills out, but we'd probably need to run 3 guards quite a bit (which we might do) for Dai Dai and RJ to even get the minutes they got last year.

I don't remember where I saw it, but I saw someone post something saying that Dai Dai was told he would still be starting most likely, but he was still advised by his ppl to leave.  No clue on validity.

That is weird. He was already getting 20 mins a game so he had to know he was still going to get his playing time.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 02, 2024, 11:33:41 AM
Battle doesn't seem like a thing anymore.  Visiting Gonzaga this weekend after Nova a few days ago.

The story is he wasn't very thorough in his original recruitment and promised his mother he would take all the visits. If you believe such things he already silently committed to KSU and told them he is just going to take the two visits to make mom happy.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: kstate4life on May 02, 2024, 11:35:01 AM
Battle doesn't seem like a thing anymore.  Visiting Gonzaga this weekend after Nova a few days ago.

The story is he wasn't very thorough in his original recruitment and promised his mother he would take all the visits. If you believe such things he already silently committed to KSU and told them he is just going to take the two visits to make mom happy.

I will choose to believe this!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on May 02, 2024, 12:16:13 PM
Dai Dai and RJ were moving backward on the depth chart with Dug, Castillo, CJ and seemingly Battle.  They went from 3rd and 4th at the position to probably 4th and 6th.  We'll see how the rest of the roster fills out, but we'd probably need to run 3 guards quite a bit (which we might do) for Dai Dai and RJ to even get the minutes they got last year.

I don't remember where I saw it, but I saw someone post something saying that Dai Dai was told he would still be starting most likely, but he was still advised by his ppl to leave.  No clue on validity.

I seriously doubt the coaches promised anyone anything other than a chance to compete for time. Dai Dai didn't want to be put in a position where he had a bunch of juniors and seniors competing for minutes he felt like he earned. I'm also guessing there's a home component to this and he's going to end up at a school closer to Chicago.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on May 02, 2024, 12:22:59 PM
I def agree what you said makes more sense. Really hate to see him go.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: ChiComCat on May 03, 2024, 10:34:32 AM
Sounds like we're in on this guy - it would be a fantastic get. 

https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5143604/jt-toppin
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 03, 2024, 10:58:14 AM
He's p good
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on May 03, 2024, 12:45:41 PM
Sounds like we're in on this guy - it would be a fantastic get. 

https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5143604/jt-toppin
he’s a rebounding machine, I bet he dominates the mikan drills
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Dugout DickStone on May 03, 2024, 02:28:41 PM
I had his brother one year in fantasy bb.  certified him as a stone cold stat sheet filler.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on May 05, 2024, 12:40:05 PM
Is today "Come on down Cliff day?" Dug doing work here.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on May 05, 2024, 12:54:12 PM
eff bama
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on May 05, 2024, 01:13:08 PM
eff bama

no truer words have ever been spoken
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on May 05, 2024, 02:15:55 PM
Not sure how many bigs are in the portal, but might be worth trying to entice Colbert to stick around.

Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 05, 2024, 02:22:06 PM
We already landed Baye Fall
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on May 05, 2024, 03:14:23 PM
We already landed Baye Fall

We probably need one more big. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 05, 2024, 04:41:28 PM
Yea but they better be an upgrade over Colbert
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on May 05, 2024, 04:48:16 PM
Are we in on any non-cliff bigs?  I am not sure who is available. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on May 05, 2024, 07:14:21 PM
Battle just chose Gonzaga per On3.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Cire on May 05, 2024, 07:37:45 PM
NIT


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Cire on May 05, 2024, 07:42:30 PM
We still have to find like five guys


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Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spracne on May 05, 2024, 08:07:55 PM
We still have to find like five guys


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burger boys?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 05, 2024, 08:11:26 PM
Basketball is stupid anyway
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Dugout DickStone on May 06, 2024, 10:23:51 AM
Basketball is stupid anyway

totally.  the way we tried for like 10 minutes and became elite just shows how stupid it is.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on May 06, 2024, 11:09:21 AM
Is it hurting us being kids first visit?  Especially with NIL. Are we simply putting our number out there before others have made their number public?  Would we be better off being a kids last visit and Price Is Righting their asses?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on May 06, 2024, 11:44:10 AM
Like I know all this is frustrating and disheartening recently but my god the twitter reaction (and yes i know it's twitter, overreaction is the name of the game) is over the top. It sucks, but where have these bozos been when all the KITN of football recruiting was going on during the second part of the LHCBS part 2. Maybe they are too young to remember.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on May 06, 2024, 01:14:40 PM
Like I know all this is frustrating and disheartening recently but my god the twitter reaction (and yes i know it's twitter, overreaction is the name of the game) is over the top. It sucks, but where have these bozos been when all the KITN of football recruiting was going on during the second part of the LHCBS part 2. Maybe they are too young to remember.

certain twitter accounts need to be banned from the app. ELON!!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: michigancat on May 06, 2024, 01:21:36 PM
I don't even know what's happening
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: 'taterblast on May 06, 2024, 01:30:33 PM
Like I know all this is frustrating and disheartening recently but my god the twitter reaction (and yes i know it's twitter, overreaction is the name of the game) is over the top. It sucks, but where have these bozos been when all the KITN of football recruiting was going on during the second part of the LHCBS part 2. Maybe they are too young to remember.

i don't really know what other twitter fanbases are like, but kstate twitter is bad and makes me upset.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on May 06, 2024, 01:59:59 PM
I don't even know what's happening

Same.

Last I heard Cam, Colbert, RJ and Ames were leaving and we had a bunch of dudes coming in. Then Kaluma enters the portal. I’m guessing some of the additional dudes cat fans were hoping for have decided to take their duding to various other duding hotspots.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on May 06, 2024, 02:05:41 PM
I don't even know what's happening

Same.

Last I heard Cam, Colbert, RJ and Ames were leaving and we had a bunch of dudes coming in. Then Kaluma enters the portal. I’m guessing some of the additional dudes cat fans were hoping for have decided to take their duding to various other duding hotspots.

We were thought to be landing Khalif Battle and Cliff Omoruyi.  Battle just announced for Gonzaga and Cliff just announced for Bama.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on May 06, 2024, 02:38:21 PM
The past three weeks is why Tang will leave, if anyone is interested in a coach who can't close.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on May 06, 2024, 03:01:30 PM
So, what is the current roster?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Spaces on May 06, 2024, 03:59:30 PM
So, what is the current roster?
Dug McDaniel
CJ Jones
Brendan Hausen
Baye Fall
Buddy Rich
David N'Guessan
Taj Manning
David Castillo
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Houstoncat93 on May 06, 2024, 04:35:25 PM
So, what is the current roster?
Dug McDaniel
CJ Jones
Brendan Hausen
Baye Fall
Buddy Rich
David N'Guessan
Taj Manning

Big 12 changed format to 3 v3 right?  If not we might need a couple more dudes or even just some warm bodies.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on May 06, 2024, 04:36:17 PM
Dai Dai, Kaluma, and Colbert need to reconsider
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: ChiComCat on May 06, 2024, 04:38:40 PM
All-Big 12 teams or at least HM:
Castillo
McDaniel

Big 12 caliber starter/potential HM:
N'Guessan
CJ Jones

B12 ready contributor:
Hausen

Development worth trying to keep around/less than 10 minutes a game:
Fall
Rich
Manning

We need two more guys in the top two tiers and probably one in the contributor tier (or Fall/Rich/Manning to step up a level) to have a shot at the NCAAs, IMO.  We need two scorers and two rebounders, which Toppin and the UNCW guy could cover.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 06, 2024, 06:08:33 PM
Might have to start throwing money at players already committed to other schools
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Perry on May 06, 2024, 06:27:28 PM
Might have to start throwing money at players already committed to other schools

I sincerely hope the Cats aren't the only team that isn't already doing this.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on May 06, 2024, 07:42:59 PM
it sucks that no one wants to play at k-state regardless of how much money we throw at them. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on May 06, 2024, 11:00:56 PM
Might have to start throwing money at players already committed to other schools

I sincerely hope the Cats aren't the only team that isn't already doing this.

Probably not. We got two guys who were committed elsewhere at this time last year, McNair and Glover. There are also the guys in the portal who are testing out the NBA right now. These plenty of guys still in the portal as well.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on May 06, 2024, 11:03:25 PM
Like I know all this is frustrating and disheartening recently but my god the twitter reaction (and yes i know it's twitter, overreaction is the name of the game) is over the top. It sucks, but where have these bozos been when all the KITN of football recruiting was going on during the second part of the LHCBS part 2. Maybe they are too young to remember.

certain twitter accounts need to be banned from the app. ELON!!

specialteamsu is an embarrassment. I think the kid is still in college. The guys my age, from KU, who he's battling with, are worse. Grown ass men, with kids and a mortgage battling burner accounts on twitter is sad as eff.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CHONGS on May 07, 2024, 09:25:06 PM
Hawkins? Probably just a dumb rumor tho.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 07, 2024, 09:52:27 PM
What's the scout on Hawkins?  I assume you watched him play some.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CHONGS on May 07, 2024, 10:17:53 PM
What's the scout on Hawkins?  I assume you watched him play some.
He's pretty all around good at all aspects.  He's not the one to carry a team on his back when you need scores, but he'll fill up the stat sheets.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on May 08, 2024, 06:55:38 AM
Suck it, Brad!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on May 08, 2024, 08:13:43 AM
i think we have a problem that even money can’t solve. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 08, 2024, 08:48:14 AM
What's your gut telling you it is 'clams?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on May 08, 2024, 09:09:36 AM
Coleman Hawkins will definitely piss you off multiples times in a game if you've watched him
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: MakeItRain on May 08, 2024, 11:19:41 AM
Coleman Hawkins will definitely piss you off multiples times in a game if you've watched him

Yep. He's a bonehead but definitely will also make big plays.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: cfbandyman on May 08, 2024, 12:30:16 PM
Like I know all this is frustrating and disheartening recently but my god the twitter reaction (and yes i know it's twitter, overreaction is the name of the game) is over the top. It sucks, but where have these bozos been when all the KITN of football recruiting was going on during the second part of the LHCBS part 2. Maybe they are too young to remember.

certain twitter accounts need to be banned from the app. ELON!!

specialteamsu is an embarrassment. I think the kid is still in college. The guys my age, from KU, who he's battling with, are worse. Grown ass men, with kids and a mortgage battling burner accounts on twitter is sad as eff.

He's exactly who I had to mute through all this. My god it's gross
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on May 08, 2024, 12:36:03 PM
RJ Jones to TCU  :frown:
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on May 08, 2024, 12:44:55 PM
RJ Jones to TCU  :frown:
bro bleeds purple
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: ChiComCat on May 08, 2024, 12:49:44 PM
RJ Jones to TCU  :frown:

That could be a painful reminder that we get yearly
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: OB_Won on May 08, 2024, 01:10:27 PM
RJ Jones to TCU  :frown:

That could be a painful reminder that we get yearly
No gE, have we ever had anybody transfer out in football or bball that had regional/national success somewhere else?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: 'taterblast on May 08, 2024, 01:19:44 PM
Nijel Pack started on a team that made it to the final four
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WildcatNkilt on May 08, 2024, 01:26:51 PM
Nijel Pack started on a team that made it to the final four

And then didn't make the NIT the next year. 
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on May 08, 2024, 01:49:56 PM
RJ Jones to TCU  :frown:
bro bleeds purple
Have to appreciate someone who is that committed to a gimmick
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: OB_Won on May 08, 2024, 04:18:49 PM
Nijel Pack started on a team that made it to the final four
That’s right! I forgot about him.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: nicname on May 08, 2024, 09:34:41 PM
Other than Pack, it’s probably Selton Miguel. Dejuan Gordon made all-wac for UT-Arlington this year after stops at KSU, Mizzou and New Mexico St  :lol:.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: EMAWzifried on May 08, 2024, 09:54:31 PM
Other than Pack, it’s probably Selton Miguel. Dejuan Gordon made all-wac for UT-Arlington this year after stops at KSU, Mizzou and New Mexico St  :lol:.
Talk about finding your level.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: PandaXpanda on May 09, 2024, 07:52:47 AM
Recruit is in Manhattan this morning for a visit. Not sure if it is Hawkins.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 09, 2024, 08:24:27 AM
Recruit is in Manhattan this morning for a visit. Not sure if it is Hawkins.

You laid eyes on them?
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: PandaXpanda on May 09, 2024, 08:25:53 AM
Recruit is in Manhattan this morning for a visit. Not sure if it is Hawkins.

You laid eyes on them?

I'm at work but will report back when I find out who it is.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 09, 2024, 08:29:43 AM
Staff must have gone to stealth mode, they didn't let their people spread the word of a visit.  Doing yeomans work in here Panda.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on May 09, 2024, 08:53:30 AM
Other than Pack, it’s probably Selton Miguel. Dejuan Gordon made all-wac for UT-Arlington this year after stops at KSU, Mizzou and New Mexico St  :lol:.
People forget that Nigel Johnson played for UVA
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: WillieWatanabe on May 09, 2024, 09:26:02 AM
Staff must have gone to stealth mode, they didn't let their people spread the word of a visit.  Doing yeomans work in here Panda.

they must have saw what happens when twitter/kso gets their hopes up.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 09, 2024, 09:54:03 AM
Good chance it's this guy


https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5108104/max-jones (https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5108104/max-jones)


Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Kid In the Hall on May 09, 2024, 12:01:41 PM
Good chance it's this guy


https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5108104/max-jones (https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5108104/max-jones)

Dropped 30 on Nebraska last year...
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: PandaXpanda on May 09, 2024, 12:09:41 PM
Good chance it's this guy


https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5108104/max-jones (https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5108104/max-jones)

It is.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 09, 2024, 12:56:33 PM
Good chance it's this guy


https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5108104/max-jones (https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5108104/max-jones)

It is.

There are apparently one or two more running around with them, when you find some spare time to stalk them.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: PandaXpanda on May 09, 2024, 12:59:01 PM
Good chance it's this guy


https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5108104/max-jones (https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5108104/max-jones)

It is.

There are apparently one or two more running around with them, when you find some spare time to stalk them.

I'll take the case!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Winters on May 09, 2024, 02:29:55 PM
Would take!
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: Kid In the Hall on May 09, 2024, 03:19:44 PM
Not sure what happened (injury, etc.), but Jones missed the last month of the season (5-6 games or so).
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: wetwillie on May 09, 2024, 03:41:01 PM
Looks like he committed today, great work in here Panda.
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: pissclams on May 09, 2024, 04:01:11 PM
would rather have our (r)j jones
Title: Re: PORTAL KOMBAT
Post by: CNS on May 09, 2024, 05:26:31 PM
Was all over campus today. Didn’t see any bb height ppl. Skeptical. 

Also, first time actually on campus in a very long time, hot damn KSU is sexy.  My kid was blown away.