BB Recruiting Five-star G Dylan Harper's recruitment taking shape

[Richie O]

https://rutgers.rivals.com/news/five-star-g-dylan-harper-s-recruitment-taking-shape

 

[RUEd]

 

[newell138]

"His older brother, Ron Harper Jr., became an All-American as Scarlett Knight"

C'mon man!

 

[rubigtimenow]

Will be interesting but would love to have the family around our program for another few years.

 

[Scarlet Shack]

What an early verbal coukd do for recruiting ……..and who wants to come play with him

 

[Njcanesfan]

Recruiting is on the upswing.

I believe that if he signs… the flood gates will be opened.

That sad thing is… to me… other than a name, the blue bloods don’t offer anything better than RU in regards to path to success/NBA.

Sure, the aesthetics may be bigger and prettier, but it’s know that RU is improving facilities.

And Dylan has seen it all up close and personal.

Has he stated anything about a possible announcement timeframe?

 

[RUHouston]

There’s not a lot for blue bloods to use AGAINST Rutgers except they’re blue bloods and longer histories of success… but in this world of instant gratification and recent success it’s difficult to argue against us at this point ESPECIALLY given Dylan’s familiarity with the program.

His path to college will be interesting to watch.

 

[Eagleton95.99]

That’s all good, but NIL

 

[The RUT]

C'mon man!

This will never not make me laugh

 

[ScooterSports]

That’s all good, but NIL

I don’t think a Harper has to worry too much about money. And besides it’s not like he’s be getting no NIL deals at RU.

 

[Eagleton95.99]

There’s not a lot for blue bloods to use AGAINST Rutgers except they’re blue bloods and longer histories of success… but in this world of instant gratification and recent success it’s difficult to argue against us at this point ESPECIALLY given Dylan’s familiarity with the program.

His path to college will be interesting to watch.

Dylan Harper probably cares less about name image likeness than other top recruits because his family is well off. But I don’t see the floodgates opening up because of him, because he’s not like other recruits. The thing that Blue Bloods have that we don’t is fan bases with a bigger history of financial involvement. If we can get on top of that, the sky is the limit. And that seems like a more doable task in basketball than football. But I have no idea where we stand on that.

 

[jerzeyguy]

I don’t think a Harper has to worry too much about money. And besides it’s not like he’s be getting no NIL deals at RU.

I never met someone who didn't have interest in making money for themselves bc the family already had sum lol. Ron Harper played basketball 30 yrs ago, are they really that rich?

 

[ScarletKid2008]

REALLY hoping we land Dylan. I think the basketball program takes off big time if we do get him + Gavin (already verballed) and then a big man would be icing on the cake !

 

[jordkap]

A Harper commit plus a big man commit or 2 and we are in some serious business for the future.

 

[RU72]

Recruiting is on the upswing.

I believe that if he signs… the flood gates will be opened.

That sad thing is… to me… other than a name, the blue bloods don’t offer anything better than RU in regards to path to success/NBA.

Sure, the aesthetics may be bigger and prettier, but it’s know that RU is improving facilities.

And Dylan has seen it all up close and personal.

Has he stated anything about a possible announcement timeframe?

Respectfully,that is just silly. Duke basketball is Alabama football. They have placed 68 players in the NBA in recent years and 59 are name brand players. Dylan is involved in large part because of Ron. And that is noble. But if Scheyer is really focused on him it is a stretch.Rutgers has recruited on very even footing with both UConn and Iowa and is amazingly still in it with Kante and will be until the end.

 

[Njcanesfan]

Dylan Harper probably cares less about name image likeness than other top recruits because his family is well off. But I don’t see the floodgates opening up because of him, because he’s not like other recruits. The thing that Blue Bloods have that we don’t is fan bases with a bigger history of financial involvement. If we can get on top of that, the sky is the limit. And that seems like a more doable task in basketball than football. But I have no idea where we stand on that.

I disagree. I think Kids see RHJ in the league. Cliff getting ready to go. Griffiths coming in (with respect on the AAU circuit).

Get Dylan, or another high 4 star (w AAU affiliation), mixed with continued NCAA appearances (in progress), and facilities(in progress), and I believe we have what we need to go forward.

The key thing is how does Pike close out ‘23 and ‘24.

From a fan perspective, I feel good. But we’ll see.

 

[Njcanesfan]

Respectfully,that is just silly. Duke basketball is Alabama football. They have placed 68 players in the NBA in recent years and 59 are name brand players. Dylan is involved in large part because of Ron. And that is noble. But if Scheyer is really focused on him it is a stretch.Rutgers has recruited on very even footing with both UConn and Iowa and is amazingly still in it with Kante and will be until the end.

Guess we’ll have to see it play out.

Remember, Scheyer is not coach K.

Not saying he’s losing anything in recruiting, but at the same time, he also doesn’t have 80 years of coaching and recruiting experience.

Not every kid is gonna go to Duke just because it says it on the Jersey.

Look at UNC when Dean left. They’ve had plenty of up and down years (by their standards) since then.

I say all this to say RU isn’t disqualified anymore just because XX blue blood offered.

 

[Eagleton95.99]

I disagree. I think Kids see RHJ in the league. Cliff getting ready to go. Griffiths coming in (with respect on the AAU circuit).

Get Dylan, or another high 4 star (w AAU affiliation), mixed with continued NCAA appearances (in progress), and facilities(in progress), and I believe we have what we need to go forward.

The key thing is how does Pike close out ‘23 and ‘24.

From a fan perspective, I feel good. But we’ll see.

I think all that matters. RU is finally close to being on the same level as top schools in terms of facilities, coaching, path to the NBA, etc. But to most kids who don't come from wealth, a hard offer of a $100k signing bonus will tip the scales 95% of the time. With NIL, it's entirely possible that Rutgers will start to be able to put money up for top targets now and close the gap. I have no idea where we stand with that though.

 

[Russ Wood]

I don’t think a Harper has to worry too much about money. And besides it’s not like he’s be getting no NIL deals at RU.

Arch Manning probably doesn't have to worry too much about money but that bidding went up to what? $3.4 million?

 

[RUHouston]

Arch Manning probably doesn't have to worry too much about money but that bidding went up to what? $3.4 million?

Not sure you can assume that about family money, per se, since he is Cooper Manning’s son…not Eli’s or Peyton’s….

 

[dontestrond]

Dylan Harper probably cares less about name image likeness than other top recruits because his family is well off. But I don’t see the floodgates opening up because of him, because he’s not like other recruits. The thing that Blue Bloods have that we don’t is fan bases with a bigger history of financial involvement. If we can get on top of that, the sky is the limit. And that seems like a more doable task in basketball than football. But I have no idea where we stand on that.

I believe there are blue blood coaches who believe that Rutgers has the best basketball facility on the east coast.

 

[Eagleton95.99]

Arch Manning probably doesn't have to worry too much about money but that bidding went up to what? $3.4 million?

That's a lot of money.

 

[RUJMM78]

I believe there are blue blood coaches who believe that Rutgers has the best basketball facility on the east coast.

The RAC isn't close to being the best basketball facility on the east coast.The facility needs a major upgrade to include additional seating, rest rooms,concession stands and a new entrance and promenade area .The RAC has relevance because of the crowd noise that gives Rutgers a significant home court advantage in a 8000 seat arena.

 

[dpwhite]

The RAC isn't close to being the best basketball facility on the east coast.The facility needs a major upgrade to include additional seating, rest rooms,concession stands and a new entrance and promenade area .The RAC has relevance because of the crowd noise that gives Rutgers a significant home court advantage in a 8000 seat arena.

Not the RAC, the APC

 

[RUJMM78]

Not the RAC, the APC

I agree the APC is a outstanding practice facilty for basketball, wrestling , gymnastics.and health care.

 

[Section114]

The APC is great. Don’t forget how great it is to play at the RAC. The players don’t use the bathrooms or wait in line at the concession stands. There experience is on the court not in the stands or bathrooms.

 

[ru66]

Dylan Harper probably cares less about name image likeness than other top recruits because his family is well off. But I don’t see the floodgates opening up because of him, because he’s not like other recruits. The thing that Blue Bloods have that we don’t is fan bases with a bigger history of financial involvement. If we can get on top of that, the sky is the limit. And that seems like a more doable task in basketball than football. But I have no idea where we stand on that.

Who really knows how well off they are -- don't assume anything.

 

[ScarletKid2008]

Who really knows how well off they are -- don't assume anything.

plus I don’t think it matters if families have money or not. If the kid is being offered 25k more per year or $100k more per year. The money and material incentives is going to be a major major factor for any 17-18 year old. It’s a power move for any kid to have their own stash and be able to not have to listen to parents based on the “I support you” grounds anymore

 

[RUDiddy777]

Dylan Harper probably cares less about name image likeness than other top recruits because his family is well off. But I don’t see the floodgates opening up because of him, because he’s not like other recruits. The thing that Blue Bloods have that we don’t is fan bases with a bigger history of financial involvement. If we can get on top of that, the sky is the limit. And that seems like a more doable task in basketball than football. But I have no idea where we stand on that.

Think he’s going to be looking for a place that’s going to prepare for him for a 15 year NBA career. 1 or 2 years of NIL has nothing on that.

 

[Nycrusupporter]

Think he’s going to be looking for a place that’s going to prepare for him for a 15 year NBA career. 1 or 2 years of NIL has nothing on that.

I agree with this, but this doesn’t exactly make a great case for him to come to Rutgers, and i would really like to see him come to Rutgers.

 

[IL Lusciato]

The RAC isn't close to being the best basketball facility on the east coast.The facility needs a major upgrade to include additional seating, rest rooms,concession stands and a new entrance and promenade area .The RAC has relevance because of the crowd noise that gives Rutgers a significant home court advantage in a 8000 seat arena.

Man do some of you guys even follow RU sports?

 

[mikeyoc]

I never met someone who didn't have interest in making money for themselves bc the family already had sum lol. Ron Harper played basketball 30 yrs ago, are they really that rich?

The median lifetime earnings for a worker in the U.S. -- 1.7 million . Ron Harper made 35 million in the NBA. I think the family is OK

 

[PSAL_Hoops]

plus I don’t think it matters if families have money or not. If the kid is being offered 25k more per year or $100k more per year. The money and material incentives is going to be a major major factor for any 17-18 year old. It’s a power move for any kid to have their own stash and be able to not have to listen to parents based on the “I support you” grounds anymore

I’m sure the last part is true -that all kids (or most) like money. It’s naive to say the decision is the same though for a kid who grew up with nothing where that $100k is an instant life changer for the entire family.

 

[Russ Wood]

Not sure you can assume that about family money, per se, since he is Cooper Manning’s son…not Eli’s or Peyton’s….

I didn't assume.

Cooper Manning's net worth is estimated at $13 Million. He is a successful entrepreneur.

 

[scarletnewyorker2006]

Arch Manning probably doesn't have to worry too much about money but that bidding went up to what? $3.4 million?

Manning descends from gods and isn’t he the single #1 recruit in the nation, at quarterback no less. I don’t see Dylan commanding anything in the same atmosphere.

 

[IL Lusciato]

Manning descends from gods and isn’t he the single #1 recruit in the nation, at quarterback no less. I don’t see Dylan commanding anything in the same atmosphere.

I think he's just saying that wealthy kids get bid on, and potentially wooed by money too.

I don't see Dylan, or Arch being driven primarily by money at all though. Legacy and life choices moreso.