I was thinking Oturu type also, maybe not quite as fast to develop on offense but the rest I can see.
BB Recruiting Omoruyi sets decision date
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I was thinking Oturu type also, maybe not quite as fast to develop on offense but the rest I can see.
Nobody was being negative about the process nor what has been done thus far. The reality is like little at kids at Christmas it's nice to wish for things. It’s what we have seen happen at many schools but at Rutgers more so.So put those big boy pants on and maybe we will all get a nice surprise . What are YOU going to post if he does not sign here? Stop acting like this signing is the end of mankind. Right now much more serious things in the world.
So do I but I’m not concerned if he doesn’t . We as a team will be fine ...We have a very good coach and base.
I agree. Cliff would be huge. But if he doesn’t come here, RU still presents an excellent opportunity for some high level grad transfer to plug and play on an NCAA tournament bound team in the strongest conference in the country.
I have to believe one factor was, if Mathis wanted to play for an AAC team, versus playing in the big 10
I would guess that if Mathis came along three or four years in the future, and UConn was fully back in the
big east, we would have had a much harder time....we still might have landed him, but an even bigger struggle
Do you apply this philosophy to everything RU basketball related? If so, based on RU's win total in the last decade or so, I am not sure why you are watching. Hoping for improvement is really all we have had for many years. Hoping a 4 star recruit comes here is no different
Why do you have to dictate what someone can and cannot say? It is his opinion and you can give yours. Lol
Getting Cliff would be huge for this program both on the court and perception wise. Getting a good grad transfer or transfer may not have the same impact as getting Cliff to the banks as it would further legitimize our program in the eyes of recruits.
I think the fact that your coach, whatever he told the prospect and his “handlers” before the season became real and that goes a long way against the “bag”. It’s different when you can see the vision actually take place on the court.
It is very clear that there's still a lot of old school RU fans that are still stuck in the A-10, Big East mindset, where there was no revenue and no plan, no facilities when it comes to recruiting.
The fans still in denial or nervous because of Tim Thomas, Lance Thomas etc, just are not aware of what being in this new revamped conference means. We play elite programs, just like the Old Big East, but we did so without any revenue and the promise that once we got TV exposure and ESPN, all would be cured.
The new normal has moved past this and Cliff and Jaden Jones as a potential tandem of the next 2 recruiting wins, changes things....not because it makes RU any better than other B1G schools, it just keeps pace with our peers.
It comes down to mindset and the staff did the 1st thing needed in order to win.....they didn't listen to what didn't happen before or looked at history of RU....they just built a program with players that fit.
It is about belief in what you see and how important it is to ignore what haters or others outside are saying....the handful of negative RU fans have been conditioned to think one way....it's tough to break bad habits....but I wouldn't be critical of others that don't believe RU is going to make the dance, land Cliff or start next season in the Top 25.
Some people see evidence right there, others wait for someone else to tell them or confirm it for them. I don't see anything indicating why Cliff cannot pick RU, other than history, the boogeyman or listening to other fanbases that don't believe in RU.
Cliff to RU, feels like it fits, makes sense and there's a path for success here. RU is a successful basketball program today...and that counts for something here.
The fans still in denial or nervous because of Tim Thomas, Lance Thomas etc, just are not aware of what being in this new revamped conference means. We play elite programs, just like the Old Big East, but we did so without any revenue and the promise that once we got TV exposure and ESPN, all would be cured.
The new normal has moved past this and Cliff and Jaden Jones as a potential tandem of the next 2 recruiting wins, changes things....not because it makes RU any better than other B1G schools, it just keeps pace with our peers.
It comes down to mindset and the staff did the 1st thing needed in order to win.....they didn't listen to what didn't happen before or looked at history of RU....they just built a program with players that fit.
It is about belief in what you see and how important it is to ignore what haters or others outside are saying....the handful of negative RU fans have been conditioned to think one way....it's tough to break bad habits....but I wouldn't be critical of others that don't believe RU is going to make the dance, land Cliff or start next season in the Top 25.
Some people see evidence right there, others wait for someone else to tell them or confirm it for them. I don't see anything indicating why Cliff cannot pick RU, other than history, the boogeyman or listening to other fanbases that don't believe in RU.
Cliff to RU, feels like it fits, makes sense and there's a path for success here. RU is a successful basketball program today...and that counts for something here.
Not sure he gets to that level on offense as far as complete game. As RU82 says Oturu became an offensive juggernaut. In an older thread I even compared his offensive skill set to Bob McAdoo (for us old timers), not saying he is McAdoo but has qualities Bob did. But having seen Cliff, he doesn’t have bad form at all on his midrange shot. I can definitely see him getting better and better as he gets college training, game time, and confidence.
Bob McAdoo? I don’t know. That’s a real offensive juggernaut.
As I said, not McAdoo but has some qualities in his game that are McAdoo-ish. But very few are at McAdoo levels offensively all time.
Omoruyi or not, this team is still moving forward. With or without him, if team is kept as it is now, Rutgers still will come very close to making the tournament.
What is needed with what they currently have:
Mulcahy becomes a better outside shooter over the summer.
McConnell can start to play off the ball better, and quicken up his shot.
What is needed with what they currently have:
Mulcahy becomes a better outside shooter over the summer.
McConnell can start to play off the ball better, and quicken up his shot.
I agree. I would like to say that a few weeks ago I offered to help mod the boards
I figured he'd be too busy doing refinances right now. I'm thinking I should give him a call, actually.
WTF are you under 40 ? Who said anything about you not following basketball? The way things could go be happy if we have any sports by fall... He is NOT the Messiah of RU BB... the program is on a sound foundation ... Pike will try to close the deal and may already have done so...? sorry to rain on your personal parade ...Hope we get him but I ‘m not holding my breath over it... not everyone gets a Trophy. Others also are talking in the same terms. Learn to read.
Not angry at all but you seem to be offended that I ‘m not over the moon losing Cliff if he doesn’t pick Rutgers...Like I said I have been an RU fan ‘67 ...then student,,,,then season ticket holder for both football and basketball ...oh and women’s BB under Grentz and Vivian...before you were born I bled scarlet ...I hope for your sake son Cliff doesn’t burst our bubble ...have a great nite and stay away from us old folks unless it’s to help...
Fill it with hand sanitizer and toilet paper then deliver it.Never underestimate the power of "the bag".
Just wanted to say it again ..... COME ON CLIFF !!! Next years team is gonna be on an absolute mission. These dudes are gonna be so locked in and about business! The RAC is going to be bordering on anger next year and taking this seasons tragic ending out on opposing teams !
The announcement is now only one week from tomorrow. Does anyone know what time Cliff is announcing at Roselle Catholic and if the announcement is open to the public? I only live a few minutes from Roselle Catholic and might be interested in attending the announcement.
If schools are closed for classes I doubt they will open for this.
Lol. It won’t be open. Weee in lockdown. He will announce in Twitter likeky. And you can’t have gatherings of more than 10 people. Where have you been?
So you are saying that we shouldn’t criticize basketball talk on a message board? Lol
Lol. What did I say that was insensitive? We’re in lockdown if you haven’t noticed. There isn’t going to be a public announcement where you can just show up too. Guesing he will make some sort of social media announcement. What else can he do?
now with that said. Come on Cliff to RU
My fancast votes have been in for Jaden Jones and Cliff Omoyuri to RU...