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Basketball transfer portal thread

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 17, 2026, 14:55:37

I called this guy as a possible Underwood target a few weeks ago, we’ll see if there’s any interest from either side.

https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5311991/stefan-vaaks

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Khamenia from Duke could be a sophomore breakout candidate, good option if Andrej leaves*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 12:17:29, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Is Drej leaving a thing?

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 12:19:58, in reply to "Khamenia from Duke could be a sophomore breakout candidate, good option if Andrej leaves*"

I can't even imagine it after the way he spoke about the school and team last year... but I guess I'm just old now.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

I assume he is going to leave. He is on his third team in three years

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 13:46:21, in reply to "Is Drej leaving a thing?"

and he doesn't seem like a great fit for our offense.

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I can't even imagine it after the way he spoke about the school and team last year... but I guess I'm just old now.

Can't base much on those post NCAA loss locker room interviews

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 13:02:24, in reply to "Is Drej leaving a thing?"

Way too much emotion involved

Cup is firmly in place. As Spackler said below, I anticipate people throwing large bags at our

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 8, 2026, 12:30:46, in reply to "Is Drej leaving a thing?"

potential returners.

However, I expect the Undertaker to navigate it as he usually does. Lotta names out there and Illinois is rightfully seen as a basketball destination.

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I can't even imagine it after the way he spoke about the school and team last year... but I guess I'm just old now.

You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Not based on any info, just feels like it could go either way for a lot of reasons*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 12:30:24, in reply to "Is Drej leaving a thing?"

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I can't even imagine it after the way he spoke about the school and team last year... but I guess I'm just old now.

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

wayyyyyyy too many examples of people doing the same thing and leaving.

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 12:27:28, in reply to "Is Drej leaving a thing?"

fit, role, pay all factor in.

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I can't even imagine it after the way he spoke about the school and team last year... but I guess I'm just old now.

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

For most of the year I thought so. Recently I don’t think so

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 12:26:26, in reply to "Is Drej leaving a thing?"

But until he says he’s back I think he’s the most likely to leave of the major contributors

He's been at three schools in three years

Posted by GMAW <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=GMAW' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 12:44:59, in reply to "For most of the year I thought so. Recently I don’t think so"

The working assumption should be that he'll be in the portal. It would be great to be wrong.

My assumption he’s staying only flipped because Werner hinted it a couple times recently

Without that I’d have assumed he’s gone.

I still wouldn’t be surprised by either

have felt exactly the same*

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But until he says he’s back I think he’s the most likely to leave of the major contributors

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Whitman getting surgery for detached retinas*

Posted by Poldark <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Poldark' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 12:10:04, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"After Austin Peay, we deserved one of these"

Both of them???*

Posted by DocWalk20 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DocWalk20' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 13:00:14, in reply to "Whitman getting surgery for detached retinas*"

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wait, we have two 2027 commits? Mason Martin & Quinton Kitt. Never heard of them...

Posted by shua <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=shua' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 9:52:08, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

https://247sports.com/college/illinois/season/2027-basketball/commits/

Martin does the threes. Had 11 against West Aurora this year. *

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 10:36:26, in reply to "wait, we have two 2027 commits? Mason Martin & Quinton Kitt. Never heard of them..."

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https://247sports.com/college/illinois/season/2027-basketball/commits/

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

We could use a sniper. I trust the Undertaker (new nickname I just came up with).*

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https://247sports.com/college/illinois/season/2027-basketball/commits/

You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Knew about Kitts bc of the Peoria pipeline. Didn't know about the other*

Posted by OWWDig <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OWWDig' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 10:32:50, in reply to "wait, we have two 2027 commits? Mason Martin & Quinton Kitt. Never heard of them..."

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https://247sports.com/college/illinois/season/2027-basketball/commits/

Seems odd for unranked 2027 second-team 4A all-state and not even team's best player*

Posted by Potomac <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Potomac' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 10:29:15, in reply to "wait, we have two 2027 commits? Mason Martin & Quinton Kitt. Never heard of them..."

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https://247sports.com/college/illinois/season/2027-basketball/commits/

He had offers from Michigan and Iowa. 247 has him the #2 prospect in the state*

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https://247sports.com/college/illinois/season/2027-basketball/commits/

My post was about Martin, not Kitt*

Posted by Potomac <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Potomac' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 10:45:04, in reply to "He had offers from Michigan and Iowa. 247 has him the #2 prospect in the state*"

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https://247sports.com/college/illinois/season/2027-basketball/commits/

Oh my bad. I don't know why I read it about Kitt*

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https://247sports.com/college/illinois/season/2027-basketball/commits/

it's not entirely clear what your point is*

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 11:33:07, in reply to "My post was about Martin, not Kitt*"

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https://247sports.com/college/illinois/season/2027-basketball/commits/

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Unimpressive resume for an early offer*

Posted by Potomac <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Potomac' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 11:37:37, in reply to "it's not entirely clear what your point is* "

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https://247sports.com/college/illinois/season/2027-basketball/commits/

I mean, Wagler only had offers from like Colorado State and Drake*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 12:37:28, in reply to "Unimpressive resume for an early offer*"

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https://247sports.com/college/illinois/season/2027-basketball/commits/

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Whoa! *

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 13:51:25, in reply to "I mean, Wagler only had offers from like Colorado State and Drake*"

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https://247sports.com/college/illinois/season/2027-basketball/commits/

he's tall, local and can flamethrow from three. that's....a pretty good resume*

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 11:53:39, in reply to "Unimpressive resume for an early offer*"

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https://247sports.com/college/illinois/season/2027-basketball/commits/

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Any discussion on this week's visitor? Kid recommitted from N.Iowa

Posted by OWWDig <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OWWDig' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 9:44:48, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

Zavier Zens
visiting us, Wisky, Utah State.
Wisky's Mr. Bball
6'7" kid averaged about 23/5/5

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Hard to figure out these days

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 9:50:59, in reply to "Any discussion on this week's visitor? Kid recommitted from N.Iowa"

He's visiting so it's more than just casual interest. Could just be covering bases in case one of the other freshmen de-commits or maybe Jake leaves.

If you want a bunch of high-priced returnees, gotta round out rosters with cost-certain freshmen*

Posted by LWillhite <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=LWillhite' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 9:55:47, in reply to "Hard to figure out these days"

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He's visiting so it's more than just casual interest. Could just be covering bases in case one of the other freshmen de-commits or maybe Jake leaves.

We already have those *

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 11:39:49, in reply to "If you want a bunch of high-priced returnees, gotta round out rosters with cost-certain freshmen*"

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He's visiting so it's more than just casual interest. Could just be covering bases in case one of the other freshmen de-commits or maybe Jake leaves.

Maybe some of the ones we have are getting ready to leave *

Posted by icasaman <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=icasaman' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 12:17:40, in reply to "We already have those *"

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He's visiting so it's more than just casual interest. Could just be covering bases in case one of the other freshmen de-commits or maybe Jake leaves.

NCAA exploring age limit

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 8:04:40, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

Would this hold up in court?

The NCAA is exploring a significant change to its eligibility rule, sources tell @YahooSports. The proposal creates an age-based standard: Athletes would have 5 years of eligibility from their 19th birthday or HS graduation.

No redshirts or waivers.https://t.co/8QEC4GNvZe
— Ross Dellenger (@RossDellenger) April 8, 2026

I can't see how it does*

Posted by IlliniRunner <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniRunner' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 13:14:50, in reply to "NCAA exploring age limit"

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Would this hold up in court?

The NCAA is exploring a significant change to its eligibility rule, sources tell @YahooSports . The proposal creates an age-based standard: Athletes would have 5 years of eligibility from their 19th birthday or HS graduation.

No redshirts or waivers. https://t.co/8QEC4GNvZe — Ross Dellenger (@RossDellenger) April 8, 2026 .

I like it.*

Posted by gullit <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gullit' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 9:25:34, in reply to "NCAA exploring age limit"

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At one time, there was some sort of "prep school" rules gambit. You'd delay HS grad...

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 8:48:47, in reply to "NCAA exploring age limit"

Essentially go to some prep school/football factory for a year, and (supposedly) get better schollie offers.

IIRC, still got five to play four once actually enrolled.

Marginally off-track: BYU??? They got a lot of older kids because of their missionary programs.

let's best-case scenario next year: keaton returns. makes no sense

Posted by Nobster <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Nobster' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 21:21:36, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

but he is also the highest rated poty illini since ever.

blackwell joins. q-coleman spot up 3. all essential itches and davis return. ty actually can shoot and is a more athletic hummer that is a defensive monster.

is that best case?

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Are we seriously in the running for Blackwell?

Posted by TarheelIllini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=TarheelIllini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 9:45:37, in reply to "let's best-case scenario next year: keaton returns. makes no sense "

I remember his father was on the team when I was in school

Recrudescence

In the running? Sure. The leader? Doubtful. Duke is offering a huge bag apparently.

Posted by Kajagoogoo <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Kajagoogoo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 10:07:28, in reply to "Are we seriously in the running for Blackwell?"

I'd guess that's where he ends up unless Dusty comes along with an equally massive bag.

Kofi probably has a year remaining*

Posted by shua <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=shua' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 6:27:44, in reply to "let's best-case scenario next year: keaton returns. makes no sense "

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now we're cooking*

Posted by Nobster <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Nobster' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 8:01:56, in reply to "Kofi probably has a year remaining*"

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I can’t imagine we have enough money for Keaton and Blackwell

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 21:24:15, in reply to "let's best-case scenario next year: keaton returns. makes no sense "

Also imo it would be crazy for Keaton to return.

There's a pile of money available just for Keaton if he chooses to return.

Posted by Illiniphil <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Illiniphil' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 6:05:40, in reply to "I can’t imagine we have enough money for Keaton and Blackwell"

It's separate from the pile of money going to the general fund.

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Also imo it would be crazy for Keaton to return.

I'm sorry I can't believe that

I do not believe Keaton is going to turn down likely $6 million dollars next year and $20 million guaranteed over the next 3 to come back here without a significant payment even if it is a bit of a cut. Especially after making very little in NIL this season.

And I can't believe we just have those funds lying around that aren't already being used or wouldn't affect what else we have to offer.

That does not seem believable at all. If we were to bring Keaton and Blackwell you're talking maybe $8-$10 million for just 2 players let alone the roster of the guys like Mirk and Drej.

Come on.

It's actually a testament to Illini fans

Posted by OrangeSox <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OrangeSox' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 9:57:21, in reply to "I'm sorry I can't believe that"

https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/college-basketballs-10-highest-paid-191412522.html

that Wagler ended up so high on the list of college basketball NIL earners. He made a ton with his own merchandise sales, and that is pretty awesome.

Either way, he's not staying, nor should he.

Yeah, we can’t match the security of going top 10 in the draft. I don’t think Keaton is ready

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 9:10:44, in reply to "I'm sorry I can't believe that"

for the NBA at all, but he’s crazy to turn that down.

Too many things can go wrong. He gets hurt, he plateaus….all of it is on the table. Doesn’t seem worth it for a payoff of moving up from 10 to 5 the following year (or whatever improvement on a lottery pick he could make).

The only any of this is conceivable is if he goes to the combine in May and gets beaten on for his play or measurables. I don’t see that happening at all.

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Many of you said the same about KJ and Riley last year and they're both doing fine*

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he's more ready than riley was last year. and he's done just fine. hell better than fine*

Posted by John Coctostan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=John+Coctostan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 9:29:40, in reply to "Yeah, we can’t match the security of going top 10 in the draft. I don’t think Keaton is ready"

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Do people not realize that NBA teams work on development

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 9:33:07, in reply to "he's more ready than riley was last year. and he's done just fine. hell better than fine*"

and also have Strength & conditioning coaches?

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right. Wagler may or may not succeed. staying one more year in college will do nothing to help that

Posted by John Coctostan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=John+Coctostan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 9:36:48, in reply to "Do people not realize that NBA teams work on development"

probability. there's literally nothing he can do in CU that won't be better done with any NBA team. I know that's hard to grasp from the POV of a college bb fan, but it's not even questionable to anyone else

People just have a hard time letting go. It sucks, just like it sucked to lose KJ and Will after

one year.

But we might have two Keaton Waglers coming into the program as freshman next year. Hopefully we can retain as much of our current team and make it back to the FF next year.

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

This is Nobby's dream thread! Don't harsh the vibe! *

Posted by Tuscy <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Tuscy' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 9:10:32, in reply to "I'm sorry I can't believe that"

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"I wouldn't mind the DP here." - jumpingdan

i heard they filled a practice court with gold coins and will allow keaton to scrooge mcduck it*

Posted by Nobster <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Nobster' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 8:04:09, in reply to "There's a pile of money available just for Keaton if he chooses to return. "

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It's separate from the pile of money going to the general fund.

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Also imo it would be crazy for Keaton to return.

of course

Posted by Nobster <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Nobster' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 21:38:06, in reply to "I can’t imagine we have enough money for Keaton and Blackwell"

i meant that keaton has never been one to fit into a box. obviously he should go. and we don't have the $ for both. if both want market rate.

but in the pie in the sky, keaton and blackwell want to do what no illini have ever done.

it makes no sense. but it would be a fun year.

99% likely wagler goes. does blackwell and q get it done? maybe. with mirk turning it up to 11, i think so.

hope to see you in detroit next year.

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Also imo it would be crazy for Keaton to return.

My point is that as a pie in the sky it’s about the same as Ayo deciding he wants to come back

And being allowed to play

Add a 3 and D replacement for Ben that's comparable D and better 3.

Posted by Illiniphil <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Illiniphil' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 21:24:11, in reply to "let's best-case scenario next year: keaton returns. makes no sense "

Now you're talking.

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in my dreams, that's ty.

Posted by Nobster <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Nobster' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 21:39:28, in reply to "Add a 3 and D replacement for Ben that's comparable D and better 3."

ty with a jumpshot and his pre injury athleticism is a unicorn.

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Now you're talking.

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Ty isn't going to be a 3 guy.

Unless something really changed.

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ty with a jumpshot and his pre injury athleticism is a unicorn.

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Now you're talking.

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i'm just hoping and wishing and praying*

Posted by Nobster <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Nobster' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 8:03:00, in reply to "Ty isn't going to be a 3 guy. "

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Unless something really changed.

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ty with a jumpshot and his pre injury athleticism is a unicorn.

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Now you're talking.

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I got a text that the Balkan’s agent is being difficult?*

Posted by biclops <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=biclops' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 17:54:33, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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I'm so ashamed of the lie I'm living
Right on the wrong side of it all

Great. Now I’m imagining a scenario of all four leaving plus Keaton. *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 22:57:37, in reply to "I got a text that the Balkan’s agent is being difficult?*"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

I would be so steamed.*

Posted by Tortillini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Tortillini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 9:04:18, in reply to "Great. Now I’m imagining a scenario of all four leaving plus Keaton. *"

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We’re going to get outbid for every player on our team.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 22:54:38, in reply to "I got a text that the Balkan’s agent is being difficult?*"

The question is whether that player sees more future value in our team/his relationships than any other team.

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Being put forth by a poster on Loyalty.

Posted by Illiniphil <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Illiniphil' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 21:06:26, in reply to "I got a text that the Balkan’s agent is being difficult?*"

No idea if said poster has any credibility. That seems to be a place where a well timed guess gets you semi-permanent guru status.

I'm sure there are some people there that have connections, I just have no idea who they are.....every time I try to follow that board I do it for a couple of days and then don't go back for months. Just an odd place.

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I bet that’s where he got it from.

Posted by biclops <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=biclops' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 21:58:43, in reply to "Being put forth by a poster on Loyalty."

His brother is terminally online. Even more than me.

I'm so ashamed of the lie I'm living
Right on the wrong side of it all

Don’t tell me this shit.*

Posted by Toonces <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Toonces' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 20:45:58, in reply to "I got a text that the Balkan’s agent is being difficult?*"

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I’m ugly.

Their agent is the top agent in Europe equivalent to Scott Boras and no fool.*

Posted by gullit <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gullit' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 20:04:05, in reply to "I got a text that the Balkan’s agent is being difficult?*"

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Tell him Brad has a very particular set of skills, acquired over a long career.

Posted by DT <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DT' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 18:18:32, in reply to "I got a text that the Balkan’s agent is being difficult?*"

If he lets his clients sign, that will be the end of it.

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Good luck*

Posted by UofIL6 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=UofIL6' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 21:04:24, in reply to "Tell him Brad has a very particular set of skills, acquired over a long career."

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If he lets his clients sign, that will be the end of it.

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Would be very surprising based on all the reporting about our relationship with him.*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 18:08:42, in reply to "I got a text that the Balkan’s agent is being difficult?*"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

“difficult” like “asking for a shit ton of money”. Just trying to see if the rumor is legit or not

Posted by biclops <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=biclops' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 18:17:39, in reply to "Would be very surprising based on all the reporting about our relationship with him.*"

We have kind a lot of jaja in that basket

I'm so ashamed of the lie I'm living
Right on the wrong side of it all

Even if the Malone thing isn’t that big of a deal, it’s a great bargaining chip*

Posted by John Coctostan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=John+Coctostan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 19:49:17, in reply to "“difficult” like “asking for a shit ton of money”. Just trying to see if the rumor is legit or not"

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We have kind a lot of jaja in that basket

Also, i saw a clip today that Dan Patrick brought up this same agent and his great connections to

Posted by John Coctostan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=John+Coctostan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 21:31:08, in reply to "Even if the Malone thing isn’t that big of a deal, it’s a great bargaining chip*"

malone like 4 times today on this radio show. Seemed to have some very specific info

We were all so confident we wouldn’t lose our coach because of a UNC coaching search this time

Posted by meanjeans <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=meanjeans' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 21:48:37, in reply to "Also, i saw a clip today that Dan Patrick brought up this same agent and his great connections to "

turns out we’re going to lose our team instead?

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malone like 4 times today on this radio show. Seemed to have some very specific info

BLAM, there's my opinion people - behold

Posted by bulldogmba <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bulldogmba' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 21:33:58, in reply to "Also, i saw a clip today that Dan Patrick brought up this same agent and his great connections to "

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malone like 4 times today on this radio show. Seemed to have some very specific info

did it ask for you to send money?*

Posted by Nobster <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Nobster' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 18:06:29, in reply to "I got a text that the Balkan’s agent is being difficult?*"

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I just entered my banking info into paypal-serbia-q489.info*

Posted by biclops <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=biclops' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 18:15:14, in reply to "did it ask for you to send money?*"

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I'm so ashamed of the lie I'm living
Right on the wrong side of it all

best to be safe to keep handsome squidward*

Posted by Nobster <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Nobster' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 20:18:37, in reply to "I just entered my banking info into paypal-serbia-q489.info*"

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Sencire Harris and Skyy Clark have portaled

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 15:19:53, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

Skyy would need a waiver

Sencire was 13-41 from 3 here, he's 12-86 the last 2 years.

Posted by illini222 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini222' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 18:00:24, in reply to "Sencire Harris and Skyy Clark have portaled"

FT have been much better than the 20% he shot here though!

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Skyy would need a waiver

Drink Everytime Brad Underwood says "Elite" in a press conference.

But I was told that Fletch makes shooters worse*

Posted by Blazer <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Blazer' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 20:22:36, in reply to "Sencire was 13-41 from 3 here, he's 12-86 the last 2 years. "

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FT have been much better than the 20% he shot here though!

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Skyy would need a waiver

Had to look it up: Sky with a year at UIUC, one year at L'ville, two at UCLA.

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 16:26:41, in reply to "Sencire Harris and Skyy Clark have portaled"

I thought extra COVID years are done. I guess he’s trying to get a “redshirt” year for his time at

Posted by DocWalk20 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DocWalk20' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 16:47:55, in reply to "Had to look it up: Sky with a year at UIUC, one year at L'ville, two at UCLA. "

UI, though right?

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Sencire's teammate Kerr Kriisa is under the impression he still has his Covid year

Posted by RVA <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RVA' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 17:29:38, in reply to "I thought extra COVID years are done. I guess he’s trying to get a “redshirt” year for his time at"

Got midseason eligibility in February 2021 coming over from Estonia to play for Arizona and only played in the last eight games so he wants that Covid year to apply to a different season.

Played full seasons with Arizona in 2021-22 and 2022-23 (during the latter of which Boswell was a true freshman on the team with him, for context). Transferred to West Virginia for 23/24, transferred to Kentucky for 24/25 but got hurt and only played nine games and got a medical redshirt to transfer to Cincinnati for 25/26. So his revised timeline would be:

20-21 Arizona - eligibility waiver
21-22 Arizona - freshman
22-23 Arizona - sophomore
23-24 West Virginia - junior
24-25 Kentucky - medical redshirt
25-26 Cincinnati - senior

And he's claiming he should get a Covid year like everyone else on a roster during the 2020-2021 season and that he hasn't taken it yet. It's the NCAA so who knows what they'll decide.

I think that's the getting punched in the face before a game extra year.

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 16:53:40, in reply to "I thought extra COVID years are done. I guess he’s trying to get a “redshirt” year for his time at"

Little known codicil in the NCAA rulebook.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

That’s right. And we played nice with his exit at the time to potentially allow this*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 16:49:31, in reply to "I thought extra COVID years are done. I guess he’s trying to get a “redshirt” year for his time at"

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UI, though right?

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

I'm curious to see where DGL ends up. Hopefully gets paid.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 7, 2026, 16:04:19, in reply to "Sencire Harris and Skyy Clark have portaled"

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Skyy would need a waiver

You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Purdue finna need a lead guard.*

Posted by Illiniphil <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Illiniphil' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 16:27:27, in reply to "I'm curious to see where DGL ends up. Hopefully gets paid.*"

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Skyy would need a waiver

LOL*

Posted by DocWalk20 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DocWalk20' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 16:48:12, in reply to "Purdue finna need a lead guard.*"

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Skyy would need a waiver

Um... why?

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 15:54:23, in reply to "Sencire Harris and Skyy Clark have portaled"

What's the point? I guess maybe Sencire needs a place to play, but why would Clark?

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Skyy already had his one sshhhhining moment*

Posted by RVA <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RVA' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 16:19:35, in reply to "Um... why?"

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What's the point? I guess maybe Sencire needs a place to play, but why would Clark?

Realized he forgot to portal last season *

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 16:13:42, in reply to "Um... why?"

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What's the point? I guess maybe Sencire needs a place to play, but why would Clark?

Probably just keeping options open.*

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What's the point? I guess maybe Sencire needs a place to play, but why would Clark?

You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

He’s a fine player but not that great. I’d guess Cronin wants to upgrade*

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What's the point? I guess maybe Sencire needs a place to play, but why would Clark?

it's weird how many 3+ school players have came and went through Illinois in the last few years*

Posted by shua <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=shua' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 15:23:45, in reply to "Sencire Harris and Skyy Clark have portaled"

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Skyy would need a waiver

I wonder what percentage of players in the portal have been in the portal every previous year too.*

Posted by DocWalk20 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DocWalk20' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 15:24:44, in reply to "it's weird how many 3+ school players have came and went through Illinois in the last few years*"

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Skyy would need a waiver

I know it's me dreaming, but how cool would it be if we haven't heard anything

Posted by aimlessillini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=aimlessillini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 14:52:58, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

because they're all filming a 'we're back' video together

Like the Ivisic's start by saing "we're back... and by we..." and it pans out and all 5 of them are standing there

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are we worried at all that some UNC insiders are selling Malone due to his ties to Jokic's agent?

Posted by John Coctostan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=John+Coctostan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 14:46:01, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

aka Tomi and Z and Mirk's agent? will there be any tampering there?

no I am not worried*

Posted by Ron McDon <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ron+McDon' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 14:47:37, in reply to "are we worried at all that some UNC insiders are selling Malone due to his ties to Jokic's agent?"

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aka Tomi and Z and Mirk's agent? will there be any tampering there?

Said agent thinks Petrovich is his most talented college player*

Posted by Dilbert <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Dilbert' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 14:56:46, in reply to "no I am not worried*"

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aka Tomi and Z and Mirk's agent? will there be any tampering there?

Imagine how differently things might have turned out if Petrovic doesn't hurt a hammy in preseason*

Posted by LWillhite <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=LWillhite' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 20:33:36, in reply to "Said agent thinks Petrovich is his most talented college player*"

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aka Tomi and Z and Mirk's agent? will there be any tampering there?

Per Norlander, 1500 players already in the portal *

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 14:12:54, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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What's taking so long?

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 14:56:00, in reply to "Per Norlander, 1500 players already in the portal *"

Seriously, long ago I heard one baseball insider recommend a system where everyone signs a one-year contract.

Kinda think we're seeing that in college hoops (and soon to be in NCAA football too, I'd say).

It’s hilarious how poorly positioned IU is

Posted by CWR10 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CWR10' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 13:21:32, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

They need like an entire new team via the portal

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I still can't belive UM had Juwan Howard, what a difference a coach makes.*

Posted by gullit <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gullit' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 13:45:26, in reply to "It’s hilarious how poorly positioned IU is"

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They need like an entire new team via the portal

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Coach and free legal reign for opening the pocketbook *

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 14:00:46, in reply to "I still can't belive UM had Juwan Howard, what a difference a coach makes.* "

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They need like an entire new team via the portal

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Hand up, I thought Juwan was going to kill it there. I know Brad wishes he was still there.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 7, 2026, 13:46:23, in reply to "I still can't belive UM had Juwan Howard, what a difference a coach makes.* "

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They need like an entire new team via the portal

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

All they had to do was fire Woodson 1 year earlier!

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 13:42:43, in reply to "It’s hilarious how poorly positioned IU is"

They got a lot of money. I think they’ll eventually fix it

Or OSU. Diebler had a few good games as the interim

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 15:25:06, in reply to "All they had to do was fire Woodson 1 year earlier!"

but thought he was the better option than May.

At least they have the 3rd best ex-Drake head coach in the conference *

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 13:35:47, in reply to "It’s hilarious how poorly positioned IU is"

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They need like an entire new team via the portal

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Which... could happen... big $... Big Ten is so hot right now... like Hansel.*

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 13:35:27, in reply to "It’s hilarious how poorly positioned IU is"

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They need like an entire new team via the portal

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Wisconsin also losing their big guy that started all conference games as a FR (Aleksas Bieliauskas)*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 13:07:09, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Can someone remind me, guys typically announce they’re back officially now, right?

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 7:33:31, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

Very few just don’t say anything and you should assume they’re back?

Hope we get a few of those this week.

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From what I’ve seen it looked like the team was still in Indy last night.

Posted by digs <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=digs' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 14:34:36, in reply to "Can someone remind me, guys typically announce they’re back officially now, right?"

I wouldn’t expect anything too soon

Let them decompress

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Very few just don’t say anything and you should assume they’re back?

Hope we get a few of those this week.

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just got off CMI - DFW with Drej, so he's decompressing somewhere*

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 18:26:55, in reply to "From what I’ve seen it looked like the team was still in Indy last night. "

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I wouldn’t expect anything too soon

Let them decompress

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Very few just don’t say anything and you should assume they’re back?

Hope we get a few of those this week.

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Golly, hope they're not missing too much classroom time.

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 16:28:06, in reply to "From what I’ve seen it looked like the team was still in Indy last night. "

Will usually happen after player/coaches meetings

Posted by Blazer <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Blazer' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 13:21:59, in reply to "Can someone remind me, guys typically announce they’re back officially now, right?"

I'm assuming everyone has a few days or week off, gradually come back in a week or two, coaches meetings, NIL offers, and then announcements.

Probably 1-2 weeks minimum, maybe end of month

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Very few just don’t say anything and you should assume they’re back?

Hope we get a few of those this week.

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IIRC they came a bit later, but that might be because we were out in the first weekend last year.

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 7, 2026, 8:37:48, in reply to "Can someone remind me, guys typically announce they’re back officially now, right?"

Hopefully no portal announcements from guys we want to keep, obvs.

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Very few just don’t say anything and you should assume they’re back?

Hope we get a few of those this week.

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Correct. You need at minimum a "run it back" or "just getting started" insta post nowadays*

Posted by OrangeSox <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OrangeSox' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 8:07:18, in reply to "Can someone remind me, guys typically announce they’re back officially now, right?"

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Very few just don’t say anything and you should assume they’re back?

Hope we get a few of those this week.

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In happier news, Athletic has us as the way too early #1

Posted by Blazer <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Blazer' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 22:43:53, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

Assuming everyone eligible returns except Keaton.

Gift link:

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7177055/2026/04/06/mens-college-basketball-2026-early-top-25-rankings/?source=user_shared_article&unlocked_article_code=1.ZFA.oF_r.X-5I0pZvtrzP&smid=ta-ios-share

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Any websites based in Serbia, Croatia, etc. released their preseason Top 25 yet?

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 13:49:09, in reply to "In happier news, Athletic has us as the way too early #1"

Makes me wonder if all of these projections include Wagler...

Posted by OWWDig <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OWWDig' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 10:30:08, in reply to "In happier news, Athletic has us as the way too early #1"

I mean, we all know he's gone; however, I wonder if they are simply looking at potential returning stats.

I feel like all of these predictions are dumb anyhow. We know rosters are going to change a lot in the coming weeks/months.

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Assuming everyone eligible returns except Keaton. Gift link: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7177055/2026/04/06/mens-college-basketball-2026-early-top-25-rankings/?source=user_shared_article&unlocked_article_code=1.ZFA.oF_r.X-5I0pZvtrzP&smid=ta-ios-share

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Wagler should go to the NBA but I do not see his game translating outside of a spot shooter.*

Posted by gullit <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gullit' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 13:36:42, in reply to "Makes me wonder if all of these projections include Wagler..."

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No one thinks he's turning down a lottery slot *

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 11:48:46, in reply to "Makes me wonder if all of these projections include Wagler..."

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I said as much in the post. But I could see people just crunching the numbers of

Posted by OWWDig <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OWWDig' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 12:03:06, in reply to "No one thinks he's turning down a lottery slot *"

returning minutes and ppg, etc.

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Fox's projection was based on Mirk, Dre & Twins *

Posted by aimlessillini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=aimlessillini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 10:43:03, in reply to "Makes me wonder if all of these projections include Wagler..."

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The ones I've seen specifically consider him gone. Seth Davis's MO was...

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 10:35:53, in reply to "Makes me wonder if all of these projections include Wagler..."

...basically anybody inside the consensus top 20 on draft previews was considered gone.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Gotcha. Good to know. I'd mostly just seen posts with lists and no explanations.*

Posted by OWWDig <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OWWDig' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 10:39:10, in reply to "The ones I've seen specifically consider him gone. Seth Davis's MO was..."

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...basically anybody inside the consensus top 20 on draft previews was considered gone.

I think the assumptions are Mirk, Drej, and the twins... which is a hell of a baseline.

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 10:40:24, in reply to "Gotcha. Good to know. I'd mostly just seen posts with lists and no explanations.* "

...anybody sticking us at #1 would definitely be making that assumption.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Plus a nice recruiting class. Will we have enough balls to support all this offensive talent?*

Posted by Toonces <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Toonces' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 10:44:38, in reply to "I think the assumptions are Mirk, Drej, and the twins... which is a hell of a baseline."

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...anybody sticking us at #1 would definitely be making that assumption.

I’m ugly.

The Coleman get definitely makes the on-paper projection look a like like 25-26...*

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 10:46:44, in reply to "Plus a nice recruiting class. Will we have enough balls to support all this offensive talent?*"

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...anybody sticking us at #1 would definitely be making that assumption.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Fingers crossed! Hopefully Coleman/Morillo are more Wagler than Clark*

Posted by OWWDig <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OWWDig' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 12:01:56, in reply to "The Coleman get definitely makes the on-paper projection look a like like 25-26...*"

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...anybody sticking us at #1 would definitely be making that assumption.

Both seem unproblematic, injury-free and more underweight than overweight.

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 7, 2026, 13:24:33, in reply to "Fingers crossed! Hopefully Coleman/Morillo are more Wagler than Clark*"

No shade to Skyy though. That's just how it goes sometimes.

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...anybody sticking us at #1 would definitely be making that assumption.

You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Totally fair. Just acknowledging that there's not a 100% hit rate...so I'm hedging*

Posted by OWWDig <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OWWDig' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 13:55:46, in reply to "Both seem unproblematic, injury-free and more underweight than overweight."

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No shade to Skyy though. That's just how it goes sometimes.

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...anybody sticking us at #1 would definitely be making that assumption.

Or Wingo!*

Posted by ilinni11 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ilinni11' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 13:20:18, in reply to "Fingers crossed! Hopefully Coleman/Morillo are more Wagler than Clark*"

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...anybody sticking us at #1 would definitely be making that assumption.

Fox has us #1 as well *

Posted by aimlessillini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=aimlessillini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 9:20:41, in reply to "In happier news, Athletic has us as the way too early #1"

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Casey Jacobsen on Fox Sports also has us #1*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 9:19:34, in reply to "In happier news, Athletic has us as the way too early #1"

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Casey also was "feeling a comeback" from Mizzou at the BR game too*

Posted by ilinni11 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ilinni11' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 13:16:47, in reply to "Casey Jacobsen on Fox Sports also has us #1*"

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yeah, i know they need clicks and CONTENT, but there's no way of knowing any of this

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 8:48:46, in reply to "In happier news, Athletic has us as the way too early #1"

in the current state of basketball transfers.

would anyone have had michigan #1 before the transfers this time last year?

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Of course not, VIV, that's why it's way too early. But FUN

Posted by Blazer <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Blazer' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 13:22:48, in reply to "yeah, i know they need clicks and CONTENT, but there's no way of knowing any of this "

Why do you hate fun?

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in the current state of basketball transfers.

would anyone have had michigan #1 before the transfers this time last year?

I hope Undy uses this stuff to convince our core guys to stay

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 10:16:54, in reply to "yeah, i know they need clicks and CONTENT, but there's no way of knowing any of this "

and big name transfers (ie, Blackwell) to come here.

I'm sure he will

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Yeah it’s meaningless. I’ll still take it*

Posted by snipes824 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=snipes824' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 9:23:38, in reply to "yeah, i know they need clicks and CONTENT, but there's no way of knowing any of this "

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in the current state of basketball transfers.

would anyone have had michigan #1 before the transfers this time last year?

Tough luck VIV, the ayes have it.

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 7, 2026, 9:23:03, in reply to "yeah, i know they need clicks and CONTENT, but there's no way of knowing any of this "

Where is the Final Four next year? Since I missed it this year I'm going to get the best room in the city.

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in the current state of basketball transfers.

would anyone have had michigan #1 before the transfers this time last year?

You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

I don't know how you are supposed to do this given turnover*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 8:45:56, in reply to "In happier news, Athletic has us as the way too early #1"

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it's just a way to get cheap clicks on the day after the tourney. Probably directionally

Posted by John Coctostan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=John+Coctostan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 10:44:30, in reply to "I don't know how you are supposed to do this given turnover*"

representative but that's about it

DeCourcey was complaining about these on the Score this morning

Posted by AintHatin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=AintHatin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 10:36:49, in reply to "I don't know how you are supposed to do this given turnover*"

said he hates doing it and they are generally meaningless, but they do huge numbers.

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and 17k fans showing up for practice probably nudges them to put uofi #1*

Posted by torinese <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=torinese' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 13:25:36, in reply to "DeCourcey was complaining about these on the Score this morning"

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said he hates doing it and they are generally meaningless, but they do huge numbers.

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Seems pretty meaningless, but can at least help in a recruiting pitch to portal guys.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 8:49:09, in reply to "I don't know how you are supposed to do this given turnover*"

Look! We’re gonna be really good! Come be the final piece! (But also here’s the kajillion dollars you really care about)

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We have a PROGRAM again folks. In Brad we trust. Incremental progress adds up*

Posted by LeatherneckIllini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=LeatherneckIllini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 7:31:46, in reply to "In happier news, Athletic has us as the way too early #1"

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i see them tied for 7th or 8th in a couple of betting portals.*

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 6:15:14, in reply to "In happier news, Athletic has us as the way too early #1"

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And ESPN has us #8

Posted by Blazer <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Blazer' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 22:58:15, in reply to "In happier news, Athletic has us as the way too early #1"

https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/48414443/mens-ncaa-basketball-2026-27-way-too-early-top-25-rankings

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Behind 7 SEC teams?*

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https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/48414443/mens-ncaa-basketball-2026-27-way-too-early-top-25-rankings

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Seth Davis has us #2, Field of 68 #5, Rothstein #6*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 23:12:47, in reply to "And ESPN has us #8"

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https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/48414443/mens-ncaa-basketball-2026-27-way-too-early-top-25-rankings

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Michigan better not get both Mara and Morez back.*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 23:06:11, in reply to "And ESPN has us #8"

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https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/48414443/mens-ncaa-basketball-2026-27-way-too-early-top-25-rankings

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

I think Mara played his way into the lottery *

Posted by aimlessillini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=aimlessillini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 10:44:02, in reply to "Michigan better not get both Mara and Morez back.*"

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https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/48414443/mens-ncaa-basketball-2026-27-way-too-early-top-25-rankings

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SI also has us #8 *

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 23:03:43, in reply to "And ESPN has us #8"

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https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/48414443/mens-ncaa-basketball-2026-27-way-too-early-top-25-rankings

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Kentucky reportedly offers Blackwell $4M.*

Posted by Tuscy <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Tuscy' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 22:20:26, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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"I wouldn't mind the DP here." - jumpingdan

Duke a bigger concern, their pockets are just as deep but they just don’t advertise it.

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 9:31:54, in reply to "Kentucky reportedly offers Blackwell $4M.*"

And they are the type of title contender he’s looking for. Hopefully he considers us that too.

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Their $22M for roster building is annoying.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 4:06:11, in reply to "Kentucky reportedly offers Blackwell $4M.*"

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They supposedly offered Yaxel >$7 million last year too*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 22:53:08, in reply to "Kentucky reportedly offers Blackwell $4M.*"

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Dammit Yaxel, take the money....*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 7, 2026, 9:16:07, in reply to "They supposedly offered Yaxel >$7 million last year too*"

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

LOL. We’ll see how that works out. He supposedly wants a shot at a title in his last year.

Posted by Kajagoogoo <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Kajagoogoo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 22:32:30, in reply to "Kentucky reportedly offers Blackwell $4M.*"

That won’t happen with Kentucky.

Ooo

Posted by meanjeans <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=meanjeans' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 22:31:54, in reply to "Kentucky reportedly offers Blackwell $4M.*"

BLAM, there's my opinion people - behold

Haah

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 21:19:44, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

Friday: Christ has died.
Yesterday: Christ is risen.
Tonight at midnight: Christ has entered the portal. https://t.co/DYcsGdb3YN
— West Pine Bills (@WestPineBills) April 6, 2026

TIL: PJ Haggerty still has eligibility *

Posted by biclops <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=biclops' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 19:09:11, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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I'm so ashamed of the lie I'm living
Right on the wrong side of it all

Coincidently, so does PJ Carlesimo. (Any word on Dr Bowman?) *

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 8:49:55, in reply to "TIL: PJ Haggerty still has eligibility *"

Northwestern now has 6 players in portal *

Posted by Poldark <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Poldark' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 17:27:53, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"After Austin Peay, we deserved one of these"

Tenn women's team has 0 players currently on their roster

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 17:57:47, in reply to "Northwestern now has 6 players in portal *"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

YOU ARE MISINFORMED

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 8:35:15, in reply to "Tenn women's team has 0 players currently on their roster "

Per The Athletic, they have one player:

“Gabby Minus, a four-star wing, is the lone player set for next season’s team. ”

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How many that anyone would want?*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 17:42:37, in reply to "Northwestern now has 6 players in portal *"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

5* Dylan Mingo decommits from UNC.

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 16:04:36, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

TOP programs like us are expected to be in on him.

Barstool Cuse
@Barstool_Cuse
🚨 BREAKING: 5-star guard Dylan Mingo has decommitted from North Carolina and reopened his recruitment, sources tell
@PeteNakos

Top programs like Syracuse, Illinois, Uconn and Miami are now pursuing him aggressively, with multiple schools expected to make a serious push.

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Do work, Orlando.*

Posted by Chuck Woodaby <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Chuck+Woodaby' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 16:06:05, in reply to "5* Dylan Mingo decommits from UNC. "

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I think that one is at least at this point either fake or inaccurate*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 16:05:40, in reply to "5* Dylan Mingo decommits from UNC. "

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

"Top programs like Syracuse" is the first clue. More like Toilet program.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 6, 2026, 16:20:56, in reply to "I think that one is at least at this point either fake or inaccurate*"

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Maybe we can will it into existence*

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 16:08:41, in reply to "I think that one is at least at this point either fake or inaccurate*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Nate Oats must be rethinking his roster building a bit, their 2 best bigs are on the way out

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 15:18:55, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

Sherrell and Bol Bowen.

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Should have taken the UNC job.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 6, 2026, 15:23:04, in reply to "Nate Oats must be rethinking his roster building a bit, their 2 best bigs are on the way out"

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Sherrell and Bol Bowen.

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Bol Bowen wasn’t very good imo. Sherrell on the other hand seems like a big loss*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 15:20:52, in reply to "Nate Oats must be rethinking his roster building a bit, their 2 best bigs are on the way out"

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Sherrell and Bol Bowen.

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Maybe he needs to rethink being a buttnugget.*

Posted by Illiniphil <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Illiniphil' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 15:19:30, in reply to "Nate Oats must be rethinking his roster building a bit, their 2 best bigs are on the way out"

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Sherrell and Bol Bowen.

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I coached Colorado transfer Isaiah Johnson in 4th grade park district basketball

Posted by GMAW <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=GMAW' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 14:10:42, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

He was amazing even then.

UNC hiring Mike Malone*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:00:14, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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Not shockingly, Seth Greenberg loves the hire*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 16:08:55, in reply to "UNC hiring Mike Malone*"

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Seth is so brutal. Provides absolutely no analysis.*

Posted by Mrap24 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Mrap24' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 8:09:45, in reply to "Not shockingly, Seth Greenberg loves the hire*"

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a real bunt foul hire*

Posted by memyselfandillini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=memyselfandillini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 14:43:28, in reply to "UNC hiring Mike Malone*"

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Norlander says McCollum had talks with UNC but turned down an in-person interview*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:51:37, in reply to "UNC hiring Mike Malone*"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Positively Belichick-ian hire*

Posted by GMAW <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=GMAW' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:22:40, in reply to "UNC hiring Mike Malone*"

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He last coached in college basketball in 2001. Has zero connection to UNC

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:25:20, in reply to "Positively Belichick-ian hire*"

Just look at Mike Woodson and Mike Dunleavy let alone the football guys

Yeah, the Mike Woodson hire was the first one that jumped to mind*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:46:38, in reply to "He last coached in college basketball in 2001. Has zero connection to UNC"

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Just look at Mike Woodson and Mike Dunleavy let alone the football guys

you are misinformed.

Posted by Poldark <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Poldark' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:28:15, in reply to "He last coached in college basketball in 2001. Has zero connection to UNC"

his daughter plays volleyball at North Carolina.

Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"After Austin Peay, we deserved one of these"

I feel like we are all being trolled... there's no way UNC is doing this...

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:33:44, in reply to "you are misinformed."

...like, NC State, yeah sure... this is one of the biggest blue bloods and they go hire a guy with zero connection to college basketbal on the heels of other pro coaches in CFB and CBB failing miserably trying the same.

I just cannot fathom it.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Scott Drew and McCollum both reportedly also turned them down*

Posted by UIHuskie <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=UIHuskie' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:46:58, in reply to "I feel like we are all being trolled... there's no way UNC is doing this..."

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Mid to bottom tier Big Ten programs with ability to keep their coaches from UNC is pretty nuts*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:49:19, in reply to "Scott Drew and McCollum both reportedly also turned them down*"

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I think across both major sports, there's less of an incentive to go to bluebloods

Posted by ijustkrushalot <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ijustkrushalot' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:52:21, in reply to "Mid to bottom tier Big Ten programs with ability to keep their coaches from UNC is pretty nuts*"

more crazy and not that much more money

Every case is different but curious if Illinois would lose a Self to KU today

Plus UNC is in the ACC vs UFI in the Big Ten

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 15:28:03, in reply to "I think across both major sports, there's less of an incentive to go to bluebloods"

Maybe more relevant to football coaches but the ACC has definitely taken a downturn in hoops too.

Yep 100% been saying this

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:59:21, in reply to "I think across both major sports, there's less of an incentive to go to bluebloods"

What does UNC actually offer nowadays other than name?

maybe you are correct. But i still say that someone like McCollum turning down UNC is nuts

Posted by John Coctostan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=John+Coctostan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 14:33:07, in reply to "Yep 100% been saying this"

he could absolutely win a title at UNC. he will never, ever in a million years, win a title at Iowa. it will not happen.

Tells me there is a resource problem that isn’t being talked about.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 15:08:34, in reply to "maybe you are correct. But i still say that someone like McCollum turning down UNC is nuts"

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he could absolutely win a title at UNC. he will never, ever in a million years, win a title at Iowa. it will not happen.

I don't know much about him but he is from Iowa City.

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 6, 2026, 14:39:37, in reply to "maybe you are correct. But i still say that someone like McCollum turning down UNC is nuts"

They should have snatched him up last year when he was at Drake (sarcasm font).

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he could absolutely win a title at UNC. he will never, ever in a million years, win a title at Iowa. it will not happen.

You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Kinda feels like more death-rattle from the ACC.

Posted by tvillini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=tvillini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 14:04:34, in reply to "Yep 100% been saying this"

In this case UNC really stepped on it's own dick with Belichick. They have that buyout and albatross hanging around their neck. And they don't have the benefit of a real TV contract as at least a little buffer. You either go all the way out on the limb financially into a place no one is comfortable with, or you go with a guy whose been on the beach for a year and has zero leverage.

I think in this case Bubba is a moron

Posted by ATL <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ATL' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:58:45, in reply to "I think across both major sports, there's less of an incentive to go to bluebloods"

He's also a domer

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more crazy and not that much more money

Every case is different but curious if Illinois would lose a Self to KU today

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Dave Wischnowsky says bad hire*

Posted by Poldark <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Poldark' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:17:30, in reply to "UNC hiring Mike Malone*"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"After Austin Peay, we deserved one of these"

Does have a story about himself regarding this? *

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 14:07:46, in reply to "Dave Wischnowsky says bad hire*"

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That is shocking.*

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

I’m wondering if Donovan is gonna get AK’s job*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:14:52, in reply to "UNC hiring Mike Malone*"

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Don't call him Mike or he'll flip.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 6, 2026, 13:11:18, in reply to "UNC hiring Mike Malone*"

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Pretty poor hire*

Posted by Mrap24 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Mrap24' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:11:17, in reply to "UNC hiring Mike Malone*"

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It’s a different world

I think Self stayed at KU cause they didn’t want to compete with UNC and the pool of candidates for schools like UNC and KU are smaller than you’d think.

Oh I agree. These jobs aren’t significantly more attractive than other school

Posted by Mrap24 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Mrap24' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:21:30, in reply to "It’s a different world"

Which wasn’t the case 10 years ago.

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I think Self stayed at KU cause they didn’t want to compete with UNC and the pool of candidates for schools like UNC and KU are smaller than you’d think.

Wow, that’s certainly out of left field.*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:03:50, in reply to "UNC hiring Mike Malone*"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

I saw a few people ask about him on their 247 board but discussion didn’t go far*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:08:06, in reply to "Wow, that’s certainly out of left field.*"

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when did poneman become such a high profile nil agent? has he represented any of our players

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 12:15:43, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

or prospects?

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Probably not because of how he was ripped on in the IB days*

Posted by Illini Guy <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Illini+Guy' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 14:33:59, in reply to "when did poneman become such a high profile nil agent? has he represented any of our players"

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or prospects?

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I know we need a guard and whatnot, but the #1 priority over any outside player should be...

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:22:09, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

...retaining Mirk, Drej, the twins, and Jake... that should be the nucleus.

If the incoming guards + Lee (or maybe Petro, but seems unlikely) can do a reasonable job replicating last year's backcourt, give me all of the chemistry and memories of this year to drive next year's team.

Give the keys to Drej, and let's go.

I do not, however, agree with giving the keys to Mirk. Not because I don't love the kid - I do - but I don't think he's magically going to become an alpha dog scorer just because Wagler is moving on. Mirk needs to be Mirk, but Mirkier.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Sophomore Mirk has B1G player of the year potential*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 12:41:26, in reply to "I know we need a guard and whatnot, but the #1 priority over any outside player should be..."

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I think sophomore Mirk is gonna be really really good*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 12:49:42, in reply to "Sophomore Mirk has B1G player of the year potential*"

Sophmirk*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=SurfTheBoneyard' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:07:25, in reply to "I think sophomore Mirk is gonna be really really good*"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

I am going to sound like a total wet blanket here...

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:14:38, in reply to "Sophmirk*"

...but I'm not sure Mirk is the kind of player that just has some kind of astronomical growth to his game. I feel like we saw all kinds of savvy that belied his age, and that he gets every little bit he possibly can out of his physical abilities.

I love the kid, please don't get me wrong... but I don't see him as somebody like Wagler, who has a lot more physical maturity ahead of him, and is only scratching the surface of who he can be.

Just a gut feeling... which is why I don't want us suddenly just running the whole team through him. I think he's just perfect in that #2-3 level and let him cook as the non-primary player on the floor...

...and there are plenty of guys in the HOF who were #2-3 level guys, so that is not an insult.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Agreed and would be thrilled to be wrong and happy to eat crow. *

Posted by Tuscy <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Tuscy' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 17:53:10, in reply to "I am going to sound like a total wet blanket here..."

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"I wouldn't mind the DP here." - jumpingdan

I think improving his touch around the basket is a skill that can be developed

Posted by snipes824 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=snipes824' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:46:07, in reply to "I am going to sound like a total wet blanket here..."

He gets it in the mid-post, but when he took those 5-8 footers in traffic, they were mostly misses. Honing some moves there, honing the hook touch or other finishes, those are actual strides he can make I think. And he’d become a lot more dangerous if he does.

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Throughout the season there weren't many shots from down low of his that I thought were going in

Posted by RVA <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RVA' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:53:44, in reply to "I think improving his touch around the basket is a skill that can be developed"

Granted he made quite a few so who am I to talk, but the angle of his and Tomi's shots precluded them ever getting a soft bounce on the rim

Same. But he’s built to thrive at it

Posted by snipes824 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=snipes824' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:59:38, in reply to "Throughout the season there weren't many shots from down low of his that I thought were going in"

We hear all the time about guys taking a thousand threes a day. I want Mirk taking a thousand 7-8 foot runners across the lane. Could be a perfect bread and butter for him because he can also pass out of it very well.

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Granted he made quite a few so who am I to talk, but the angle of his and Tomi's shots precluded them ever getting a soft bounce on the rim

I see it a lot like Coleman Hawkins, great wrinkle to run a bit of point forward

Posted by RVA <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RVA' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:45:57, in reply to "I am going to sound like a total wet blanket here..."

But coupled with some of the most boneheaded plays. To completely squash that out of his game in order for him to run the offense would probably take away from who he is on the court so you get the good and the bad in doses.

Probably tougher to say with the Euro guys

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:34:35, in reply to "I am going to sound like a total wet blanket here..."

Usually the "soph leap" is mostly about cutting down on mistakes - turnovers, bad shots, etc. Should still be some of that for him but I don't think he's going to shoot much better from 3 since he's already really good there.

curious if he can gain some lift by working in the weight room

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:36:12, in reply to "Probably tougher to say with the Euro guys"

and he should probably work with the track team to learn how to run properly

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

No thanks

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:38:23, in reply to "curious if he can gain some lift by working in the weight room"

I am still holding out hope we'll see him run down court stride for stride with High Knees.

like it*

Posted by EffinIllini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=EffinIllini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:14:05, in reply to "Sophmirk*"

DJ Smirk *

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:12:52, in reply to "Sophmirk*"

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Keep those 5 and add Blackwell or Hill, Coleman, Morillo and I think we’ll be really good

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:47:39, in reply to "I know we need a guard and whatnot, but the #1 priority over any outside player should be..."

Plus Ty coming back

Not sure what the deal is with Jakstys health. Hope Lee sticks around too.

Those 5 + Blackwell = Preseason Top... 3? #1? It's on the table, anyway.*

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:50:03, in reply to "Keep those 5 and add Blackwell or Hill, Coleman, Morillo and I think we’ll be really good"

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Plus Ty coming back

Not sure what the deal is with Jakstys health. Hope Lee sticks around too.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

I kind of feel like other teams would value drej more than we do due to lack of shooting.

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:39:52, in reply to "I know we need a guard and whatnot, but the #1 priority over any outside player should be..."

Plus, you know, three schools in three years.

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Simple terms... this team is and was better with Drej on the floor.

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:42:56, in reply to "I kind of feel like other teams would value drej more than we do due to lack of shooting."

Losing him would really suck. He would also be our best returning perimeter defender.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

I know this isn’t the top priority, but these guys would also be rockstars if they return.

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:50:53, in reply to "Simple terms... this team is and was better with Drej on the floor. "

If we bring back Mirk, Andrej, Tomi, Z, and Jake, the fan base will be locked in to the same degree as it was when we damn near sold out Assembly Hall for Midnight Madness in the ‘05/‘06 season.

That doesn’t win you more games, but as a fan I wanted to see us run it back with these guys even if it might not result in the absolutely perfect roster construction.

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Yep. Would be the biggest preseason hype since '05...

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:54:46, in reply to "I know this isn’t the top priority, but these guys would also be rockstars if they return."

...which did have just a little bit of weirdness to it since we didn't have a whole lot coming in behind Dee and James.

That is no longer an issue.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

I wonder how much of that was the guy he was replacing in the lineup a lot was bad.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:46:36, in reply to "Simple terms... this team is and was better with Drej on the floor. "

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Losing him would really suck. He would also be our best returning perimeter defender.

Davis is a decent player but not a big loss. He should be coming off the bench.*

Posted by gullit <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gullit' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:35:45, in reply to "I know we need a guard and whatnot, but the #1 priority over any outside player should be..."

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He should... no problem there. Culture guys are important too.

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:40:49, in reply to "Davis is a decent player but not a big loss. He should be coming off the bench.*"

Doubt he commands a giant paycheck like some of the others.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Way too loose with the ball to be the primary handler (Mirk)*

Posted by RVA <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RVA' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:31:00, in reply to "I know we need a guard and whatnot, but the #1 priority over any outside player should be..."

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I don’t think you can give the keys to Drej. He doesn’t pass enough. Kind of hoping we can

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:29:39, in reply to "I know we need a guard and whatnot, but the #1 priority over any outside player should be..."

spread the keys out a little more next year. Love the idea of playing through Mirk sometimes to drive more ball movement, but agree it can’t just go through him.

I’d like more catch and shoot 3s next year for the guards.

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My kingdom for one or two sets a half for a pin down 3 for Jake.

Posted by Dude_The <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Dude_The' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:37:37, in reply to "I don’t think you can give the keys to Drej. He doesn’t pass enough. Kind of hoping we can "

I know the iso/matchup hunting was our deal. But as a change up running a few sets at the right time as a change up would have gone a long way.

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I am curious if we'll amend our offensive approach at all

Posted by illini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:57:12, in reply to "My kingdom for one or two sets a half for a pin down 3 for Jake. "

Presumably the roster will dictate our plans, but in a world in which we're able to field a similarly skilled team in the fall, will we do the same thing?

The Athletic had a good piece after the game noting one of the biggest advantages of Hurley's offense is simply how exhausting it is to defend - https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7172449/2026/04/04/uconn-illinois-final-four-score-takeaways/.

He makes teams exert so much effort on the defensive end that it can impact their offensive capabilities, and plays into UConn's defensive scheme.

I think he kind of screams lead guard TBH...*

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:30:33, in reply to "I don’t think you can give the keys to Drej. He doesn’t pass enough. Kind of hoping we can "

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

I disagree. He doesn't shoot well enough. He's perfect for a Shannon-like role

Posted by GMAW <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=GMAW' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:31:44, in reply to "I think he kind of screams lead guard TBH...*"

But we're not going to run him through a bunch of ball screen action.

Agreed said this yesterday*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:43:58, in reply to "I disagree. He doesn't shoot well enough. He's perfect for a Shannon-like role"

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But we're not going to run him through a bunch of ball screen action.

No matter what, his #1 thing this offseason will be shooting from the perimeter*

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:34:42, in reply to "I disagree. He doesn't shoot well enough. He's perfect for a Shannon-like role"

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But we're not going to run him through a bunch of ball screen action.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

He doesn't pass either(1apg), that coupled with 24% from 3 isn't anyone's lead guard let alone ours*

Posted by ilinni11 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ilinni11' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 16:23:18, in reply to "No matter what, his #1 thing this offseason will be shooting from the perimeter*"

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But we're not going to run him through a bunch of ball screen action.

Also... TJ pretty much was the lead guard for the 24 team... Ty some, Marcus some... but it was...

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:45:26, in reply to "No matter what, his #1 thing this offseason will be shooting from the perimeter*"

...largely TJ... so that is not terribly dissimilar from what I'm suggesting.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Brad would disagree with you

Posted by LWillhite <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=LWillhite' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 12:30:58, in reply to "Also... TJ pretty much was the lead guard for the 24 team... Ty some, Marcus some... but it was..."

Last year, he said that TSJ got most of his points playing on the "back side" of Domask.

In other words, Domask was the lead guard and TSJ the beneficiary.

2024 Assist Rates per KenPom:
Domask: 20.6
Coleman/Ty: 14.5
TSJ: 13.1
Harmon: 9.6
DGL 8.6

2026 Assist Rates vs. TO Rates:
Keaton 23.2 to 12.5
Kylan 17.7 to 11.2
Mirk 16.2 to 16.9
Tomi 11.2 to 16.4
Andrej 7.5 to 12.7

Andrej was 12.1 to 14.8 at Cal and 7.3 to 15.1 at Stanford. It does not seem likely that his destiny is to be a lead guard.

Some random player with a familiar last name's numbers:
2025-26: 13.4 to 11.3
2024-25: 14.3 to 15.2
2023-24: 6.4 to 12.6

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...largely TJ... so that is not terribly dissimilar from what I'm suggesting.

Nobody outside of our program is worth $5M... call me old fashioned...

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 12:34:43, in reply to "Brad would disagree with you"

...but i think that's an easy way to kill chemistry.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

I wasn't thinking in money terms, but since you brought it up

Posted by LWillhite <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=LWillhite' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 12:40:27, in reply to "Nobody outside of our program is worth $5M... call me old fashioned..."

Would you pay $5 million for a Lendeborg type?

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...but i think that's an easy way to kill chemistry.

impossible to answer that without context of everyone else*

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:06:08, in reply to "I wasn't thinking in money terms, but since you brought it up"

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Would you pay $5 million for a Lendeborg type?

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...but i think that's an easy way to kill chemistry.

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Maybe... if you told me we had the same amount of $ as Michigan, yes.

...if you told me I got Yaxel and lost the rest of the team, no.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

He needs to get back to what he was in the bay. 31-32% is livable. 24% not gonna cut it*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:44:28, in reply to "No matter what, his #1 thing this offseason will be shooting from the perimeter*"

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But we're not going to run him through a bunch of ball screen action.

No question*

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:45:42, in reply to "He needs to get back to what he was in the bay. 31-32% is livable. 24% not gonna cut it*"

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But we're not going to run him through a bunch of ball screen action.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Pretty sure it is. *

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:28:55, in reply to "I know we need a guard and whatnot, but the #1 priority over any outside player should be..."

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

When I saw the supposed $5M number for Blackwell on X, I shuddered*

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Toppin and Yaxel were around 4 last year, so 5 is...geez*

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:54:08, in reply to "When I saw the supposed $5M number for Blackwell on X, I shuddered*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

whoa....that's a lot*

Posted by OWWDig <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OWWDig' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:47:40, in reply to "When I saw the supposed $5M number for Blackwell on X, I shuddered*"

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It's probably baloney, but these days, IDK.*

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

It's probably inflated, but I'm sure he's still asking for a lot*

Posted by OWWDig <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OWWDig' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:52:40, in reply to "It's probably baloney, but these days, IDK.*"

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Cole Certa. Can see us going after him if Andrej or Jake leave.

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:04:36, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5144373/cole-certa

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Jaden Schutt also in the portal

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:48:47, in reply to "Cole Certa. Can see us going after him if Andrej or Jake leave."

THose were the days when we thought he was a big miss

3 years at ND and Shrewsberry still hasn't had a team better than he did at PSU. surprising*

Posted by John Coctostan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=John+Coctostan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:44:45, in reply to "Cole Certa. Can see us going after him if Andrej or Jake leave."

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https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5144373/cole-certa

What is our yearly budget? Has this ever been reported on? I’m assuming

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 10:37:50, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

we’re north of the $10M per year that places like Cincinnati and other schools are at, but far less than a place like Kentucky’s $22M?

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Don’t think anyone knows for sure and depends on who we’re trying to pay but I’ve seen $12M floated*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:02:45, in reply to "What is our yearly budget? Has this ever been reported on? I’m assuming "

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we’re north of the $10M per year that places like Cincinnati and other schools are at, but far less than a place like Kentucky’s $22M?

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Blackwell....is this legit? If so, yes please

Posted by UofIL6 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=UofIL6' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 9:14:04, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

https://x.com/jeffborzello/status/2041153976918315269

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What does Michigan look like for next year? Since Blackwell is from the state...

Posted by shua <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=shua' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 10:12:07, in reply to "Blackwell....is this legit? If so, yes please"

seems like they'd be the one to beat, if they prioritize him.

Cadeau is presumably back, McKenney is the top instate recruit who's contributing as a freshman

Posted by RVA <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RVA' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 10:32:01, in reply to "What does Michigan look like for next year? Since Blackwell is from the state..."

And then they have the five-star guard who committed Saturday night on the Fab Five broadcast.

But they'd be able to easily find room for a year of Blackwell.

Figure that's Trey McKinney's spot next year... so does Michigan rock the boat?*

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 10:29:35, in reply to "What does Michigan look like for next year? Since Blackwell is from the state..."

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seems like they'd be the one to beat, if they prioritize him.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

They just signed a 5 star wing too*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 10:38:15, in reply to "Figure that's Trey McKinney's spot next year... so does Michigan rock the boat?*"

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seems like they'd be the one to beat, if they prioritize him.

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Blackwell grew up an Illini fan. I think we have a great shot at him.*

Posted by JacobRDaugherty <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=JacobRDaugherty' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 10:19:02, in reply to "What does Michigan look like for next year? Since Blackwell is from the state..."

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seems like they'd be the one to beat, if they prioritize him.

Doing the Goode move *

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:08:25, in reply to "Blackwell grew up an Illini fan. I think we have a great shot at him.*"

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seems like they'd be the one to beat, if they prioritize him.

Who is Goode? I'm unfamiliar.*

Posted by cpsteine <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=cpsteine' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:21:55, in reply to "Doing the Goode move *"

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seems like they'd be the one to beat, if they prioritize him.

Luke Goode...going back to homestate Indiana (IU) for last year*

Posted by UofIL6 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=UofIL6' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:26:24, in reply to "Who is Goode? I'm unfamiliar.*"

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seems like they'd be the one to beat, if they prioritize him.

that's good to know. hadn't heard that*

Posted by shua <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=shua' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:04:21, in reply to "Blackwell grew up an Illini fan. I think we have a great shot at him.*"

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seems like they'd be the one to beat, if they prioritize him.

His dad played at Illinois. Hopefully that helps. *

Posted by MojoJojo <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MojoJojo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 13:32:13, in reply to "that's good to know. hadn't heard that*"

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seems like they'd be the one to beat, if they prioritize him.

Not to mention our recent history of developing NBA first round guards.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 10:32:33, in reply to "Blackwell grew up an Illini fan. I think we have a great shot at him.*"

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seems like they'd be the one to beat, if they prioritize him.

Blackwell, Coleman, Morello. If we add a good defensive big we'll win it all next year.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 6, 2026, 9:31:08, in reply to "Blackwell....is this legit? If so, yes please"

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https://x.com/jeffborzello/status/2041153976918315269

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

big Z?*

Posted by cpsteine <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=cpsteine' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 10:29:39, in reply to "Blackwell, Coleman, Morello. If we add a good defensive big we'll win it all next year.*"

IMHO Big Z was underwhelming this year.*

Posted by gullit <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gullit' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:13:27, in reply to "big Z?*"

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I like Big Z but still feels like we're missing some bulk and athleticism in the front court.

We need someone who can guard the Tarris Reeds of the world.

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

I thought we held up more than fine against Reed.*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:03:18, in reply to "I like Big Z but still feels like we're missing some bulk and athleticism in the front court."

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We need someone who can guard the Tarris Reeds of the world.

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Tomi played valiantly but I felt he could get to his spots when he wanted.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 6, 2026, 11:07:51, in reply to "I thought we held up more than fine against Reed.*"

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We need someone who can guard the Tarris Reeds of the world.

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

I wouldn't be at all surprised to hear about Tomi having played with an injury almost all year.

Posted by Dude_The <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Dude_The' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:32:00, in reply to "Tomi played valiantly but I felt he could get to his spots when he wanted.*"

To me he was noticeably slow and had almost zero lift on his shot. If he returns healthy next year, I think he has a huge year. And likely defends in the post better.

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We need someone who can guard the Tarris Reeds of the world.

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Pretty sure his knee wasn’t 100% until tourney time if even then.*

Posted by DocWalk20 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DocWalk20' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 13:52:16, in reply to "I wouldn't be at all surprised to hear about Tomi having played with an injury almost all year."

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To me he was noticeably slow and had almost zero lift on his shot. If he returns healthy next year, I think he has a huge year. And likely defends in the post better.

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We need someone who can guard the Tarris Reeds of the world.

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Totally agree. He had a play against Iowa where he put up a baby hook, missed

Posted by Blazer <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Blazer' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 16:08:40, in reply to "Pretty sure his knee wasn’t 100% until tourney time if even then.*"

and immediately got off the ground for the rebound and put it back in.

The timing of the immediate jump on the rebound and putback was so quick it didn't look anything like him and lends credence to this theory.

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To me he was noticeably slow and had almost zero lift on his shot. If he returns healthy next year, I think he has a huge year. And likely defends in the post better.

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We need someone who can guard the Tarris Reeds of the world.

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They scored 71 points... Reed was good, but we wouldn't be having this discussion if...

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 11:29:35, in reply to "Tomi played valiantly but I felt he could get to his spots when he wanted.*"

...there wasn't a god damn lid on our basket.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Yes it is. He is the 1A target for us.*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 9:28:34, in reply to "Blackwell....is this legit? If so, yes please"

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https://x.com/jeffborzello/status/2041153976918315269

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

I am assuming he was the "big name" guard Werner referenced in the II podcast last week*

Posted by AintHatin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=AintHatin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 9:34:23, in reply to "Yes it is. He is the 1A target for us.*"

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https://x.com/jeffborzello/status/2041153976918315269

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Almost certainly was. Michigan expected to be heavily involved too, among other top programs*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 9:35:35, in reply to "I am assuming he was the "big name" guard Werner referenced in the II podcast last week*"

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https://x.com/jeffborzello/status/2041153976918315269

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Dave Wischnowsky is excited!*

Posted by Poldark <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Poldark' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 9:28:14, in reply to "Blackwell....is this legit? If so, yes please"

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https://x.com/jeffborzello/status/2041153976918315269

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"After Austin Peay, we deserved one of these"

please bring me some 3 point shooters.*

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 21:44:49, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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I used to work with Tyler Tanner’s mom. Should I tamper?*

Posted by nash <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=nash' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 21:00:44, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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His sister ran track for Illinois' current track coach

Posted by ATL <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ATL' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 9:17:22, in reply to "I used to work with Tyler Tanner’s mom. Should I tamper?*"

Sister, Amber, ran track at Georgia where she was part of the 2019 NCAA Indoor 1600m Relay national championship squad, the 2020 SEC Indoor Champion in the 800m run, 2021 SEC Outdoor Champion in the 800m, a three-time All-American and owns the school records in both the indoor and outdoor 800m events

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Yeah genetics matter lol*

Posted by nash <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=nash' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 9:42:15, in reply to "His sister ran track for Illinois' current track coach"

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With the kid or the mom?*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=SurfTheBoneyard' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 21:08:33, in reply to "I used to work with Tyler Tanner’s mom. Should I tamper?*"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Alright, so, moving on to this thread now…*

Posted by IlliniOllie <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniOllie' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 19:33:40, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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It would be really cool if Petrovic could be the starting PG we thought he was going to be…

Posted by shua <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=shua' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 20:29:53, in reply to "Alright, so, moving on to this thread now…*"

but you’d almost think after the lost season he’d go back overseas?

We're paying him a crap ton of NIL. There is exactly zero chance we're going to do that again*

Posted by GMAW <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=GMAW' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 9:44:24, in reply to "It would be really cool if Petrovic could be the starting PG we thought he was going to be…"

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but you’d almost think after the lost season he’d go back overseas?

Ha he's going back to Europe.*

Posted by gullit <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gullit' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 21:05:23, in reply to "It would be really cool if Petrovic could be the starting PG we thought he was going to be…"

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but you’d almost think after the lost season he’d go back overseas?

No sign. Andrej and Coleman’s show*

Posted by meanjeans <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=meanjeans' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 20:53:52, in reply to "It would be really cool if Petrovic could be the starting PG we thought he was going to be…"

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but you’d almost think after the lost season he’d go back overseas?

BLAM, there's my opinion people - behold

And Morello.*

Posted by Toonces <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Toonces' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 20:57:06, in reply to "No sign. Andrej and Coleman’s show*"

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but you’d almost think after the lost season he’d go back overseas?

I’m ugly.

Fuck that. Zero interest in a midget running the show.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 20:51:40, in reply to "It would be really cool if Petrovic could be the starting PG we thought he was going to be…"

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but you’d almost think after the lost season he’d go back overseas?

He is 23 years old*

Posted by Potomac <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Potomac' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 20:45:19, in reply to "It would be really cool if Petrovic could be the starting PG we thought he was going to be…"

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but you’d almost think after the lost season he’d go back overseas?

I just don't see it with him

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 20:39:54, in reply to "It would be really cool if Petrovic could be the starting PG we thought he was going to be…"

He's really tiny and would be a liability on defense. It's kind of puzzling why we went after him in the first place, obviously would have gotten someone else if we knew what Wagler was.

Makes sense, but Brad usually has a good eye, so I stinks this was a miss*

Posted by shua <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=shua' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 21:03:55, in reply to "I just don't see it with him"

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He's really tiny and would be a liability on defense. It's kind of puzzling why we went after him in the first place, obviously would have gotten someone else if we knew what Wagler was.

Yep, very poor fit for our positional size/shooting strategy.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 20:52:23, in reply to "I just don't see it with him"

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He's really tiny and would be a liability on defense. It's kind of puzzling why we went after him in the first place, obviously would have gotten someone else if we knew what Wagler was.

Agreed. Wouldn't even bring him back. Doesn't have it*

Posted by UofIL6 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=UofIL6' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 20:52:01, in reply to "I just don't see it with him"

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He's really tiny and would be a liability on defense. It's kind of puzzling why we went after him in the first place, obviously would have gotten someone else if we knew what Wagler was.

Bring back the Ivisii twins, Andrej, Mirk, and Jake. Add Q, and then go hunting for more guard help

Posted by UofIL6 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=UofIL6' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 20:07:50, in reply to "Alright, so, moving on to this thread now…*"

in the portal. Need dudes who can knock down shots and get downhill

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I’m good not bringing Jake back at all.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 20:53:46, in reply to "Bring back the Ivisii twins, Andrej, Mirk, and Jake. Add Q, and then go hunting for more guard help"

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in the portal. Need dudes who can knock down shots and get downhill

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You need someone to be a deep threat though. Won't have many of those*

Posted by UofIL6 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=UofIL6' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 21:01:58, in reply to "I’m good not bringing Jake back at all.*"

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in the portal. Need dudes who can knock down shots and get downhill

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Was he a deep threat when we played good teams though?*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 21:10:27, in reply to "You need someone to be a deep threat though. Won't have many of those*"

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in the portal. Need dudes who can knock down shots and get downhill

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He faded in the Tourney, but was 11/29 from 3 against top 20 teams in the regular season

Posted by Blazer <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Blazer' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 14:54:40, in reply to "Was he a deep threat when we played good teams though?*"

Perfectly cromulent role player. Assuming he's still the 7th/8th guy in the rotation, absolutely the kind of guy you need on the bench.

We stuck with the starting role stuff too long, but once Andrej was healthy, he was never actually player starters' minutes.

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Nobody was....and few are*

Posted by UofIL6 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=UofIL6' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 21:15:03, in reply to "Was he a deep threat when we played good teams though?*"

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in the portal. Need dudes who can knock down shots and get downhill

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Except he wasn’t much of a threat in the post season. 9th man? Sure thing.

Posted by Kajagoogoo <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Kajagoogoo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 21:06:39, in reply to "You need someone to be a deep threat though. Won't have many of those*"

Anything else, fuck that.

Same, mostly because Brad will give him too big of a role. 9th man? Fine.

Posted by Kajagoogoo <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Kajagoogoo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 20:58:52, in reply to "I’m good not bringing Jake back at all.*"

But Brad will play him 20 minutes per game. Fuck that.

He didn't play more than 20 minutes a single game in the Tourney*

Posted by Blazer <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Blazer' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 14:56:00, in reply to "Same, mostly because Brad will give him too big of a role. 9th man? Fine. "

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But Brad will play him 20 minutes per game. Fuck that.

I think he's fine in a limited role

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 20:58:06, in reply to "I’m good not bringing Jake back at all.*"

Not a starter.

And probably limited $$ too.

He's been mentioned as a real leader and I think that continuity is important.

Sure. I’m good with that, but him starting or playing starter minutes is a non starter for me.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 20:59:59, in reply to "I think he's fine in a limited role"

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Not a starter.

And probably limited $$ too.

He's been mentioned as a real leader and I think that continuity is important.

He never played starters' minutes, except the stretch when both Andrej and Kylan were out

Posted by Blazer <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Blazer' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 14:56:55, in reply to "Sure. I’m good with that, but him starting or playing starter minutes is a non starter for me.*"

And we had 6 guys.

Didn't hit more than 20 minutes a single game in the Tourney.

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Not a starter.

And probably limited $$ too.

He's been mentioned as a real leader and I think that continuity is important.

I'd be stunned if he starts next year

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 21:04:01, in reply to "Sure. I’m good with that, but him starting or playing starter minutes is a non starter for me.*"

I think this season was they just didn't see a need to mess with what was working and also the rotations worked better. Having Boswell and Dre starting meant 2 non shooters together vs having Jake/Bos and then Dre/Ben.

Already have 5 new guys coming; may need to make some room*

Posted by Potomac <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Potomac' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 20:10:40, in reply to "Bring back the Ivisii twins, Andrej, Mirk, and Jake. Add Q, and then go hunting for more guard help"

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in the portal. Need dudes who can knock down shots and get downhill

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So we’ll lose Ben, Wagler, Boswell, Redd. Does Petrovic come back?…

Posted by shua <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=shua' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 20:20:43, in reply to "Already have 5 new guys coming; may need to make some room*"

You’ve got Bilic and Fagbami at the end of the bench. What’s going on with Ty Rodgers? And these are all guys that potentially just fighting for 3/4/5th man off the bench

We'll see if Lee comes back.

Posted by illinilosch <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illinilosch' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 20:53:37, in reply to "So we’ll lose Ben, Wagler, Boswell, Redd. Does Petrovic come back?…"

I just don't know if this level of college BB suits him well. If he returns then great. But I wouldn't be surprised at all if he didn't.

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You’ve got Bilic and Fagbami at the end of the bench. What’s going on with Ty Rodgers? And these are all guys that potentially just fighting for 3/4/5th man off the bench

Fagbami?*

Posted by Stu <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Stu' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 20:42:21, in reply to "So we’ll lose Ben, Wagler, Boswell, Redd. Does Petrovic come back?…"

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You’ve got Bilic and Fagbami at the end of the bench. What’s going on with Ty Rodgers? And these are all guys that potentially just fighting for 3/4/5th man off the bench

Fagabefe?

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You’ve got Bilic and Fagbami at the end of the bench. What’s going on with Ty Rodgers? And these are all guys that potentially just fighting for 3/4/5th man off the bench

Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Don't you get fifteen spots now too? There's room for whoever

Posted by RVA <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RVA' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 20:22:49, in reply to "So we’ll lose Ben, Wagler, Boswell, Redd. Does Petrovic come back?…"

The problem will be figuring out how to bring in a big name transfer and keep those who played tonight happy and maintain depth but it should be technically quite simple

Grid is already 16; 15 with no Wagler

Posted by Potomac <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Potomac' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 20:43:38, in reply to "Don't you get fifteen spots now too? There's room for whoever"

Rodgers, Ivisic x 2, Andrej, Jake, Petrovic, Jakstys, Bilic, Fagbemi (does he count?), Lee, Mirk, Ethan Brown, Landon Davis, Morillo, Coleman.

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The problem will be figuring out how to bring in a big name transfer and keep those who played tonight happy and maintain depth but it should be technically quite simple

Everyone counts, it's roster spots, no scholarship limits

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 20:50:03, in reply to "Grid is already 16; 15 with no Wagler"

I'm intrigued by Lee but wouldn't be surprised if he moves on because he's probably not a rotation guy. Are there actual plans for Bilic to play here? Is Ty really going to play? Lots of questions.

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Rodgers, Ivisic x 2, Andrej, Jake, Petrovic, Jakstys, Bilic, Fagbemi (does he count?), Lee, Mirk, Ethan Brown, Landon Davis, Morillo, Coleman.

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The problem will be figuring out how to bring in a big name transfer and keep those who played tonight happy and maintain depth but it should be technically quite simple

I partly meant did they intend to give Fagbemi a four-year slot?*

Posted by Potomac <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Potomac' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 21:07:17, in reply to "Everyone counts, it's roster spots, no scholarship limits"

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I'm intrigued by Lee but wouldn't be surprised if he moves on because he's probably not a rotation guy. Are there actual plans for Bilic to play here? Is Ty really going to play? Lots of questions.

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Rodgers, Ivisic x 2, Andrej, Jake, Petrovic, Jakstys, Bilic, Fagbemi (does he count?), Lee, Mirk, Ethan Brown, Landon Davis, Morillo, Coleman.

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The problem will be figuring out how to bring in a big name transfer and keep those who played tonight happy and maintain depth but it should be technically quite simple

I'm not sure if that's still a thing or not *

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 21:09:33, in reply to "I partly meant did they intend to give Fagbemi a four-year slot?*"

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I'm intrigued by Lee but wouldn't be surprised if he moves on because he's probably not a rotation guy. Are there actual plans for Bilic to play here? Is Ty really going to play? Lots of questions.

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Rodgers, Ivisic x 2, Andrej, Jake, Petrovic, Jakstys, Bilic, Fagbemi (does he count?), Lee, Mirk, Ethan Brown, Landon Davis, Morillo, Coleman.

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The problem will be figuring out how to bring in a big name transfer and keep those who played tonight happy and maintain depth but it should be technically quite simple

Realistically they are all year to year...

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=SurfTheBoneyard' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 21:12:08, in reply to "I'm not sure if that's still a thing or not *"

Have a sit down with the coach at end of season, encouraged to come back or encouraged to look.

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I'm intrigued by Lee but wouldn't be surprised if he moves on because he's probably not a rotation guy. Are there actual plans for Bilic to play here? Is Ty really going to play? Lots of questions.

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Rodgers, Ivisic x 2, Andrej, Jake, Petrovic, Jakstys, Bilic, Fagbemi (does he count?), Lee, Mirk, Ethan Brown, Landon Davis, Morillo, Coleman.

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The problem will be figuring out how to bring in a big name transfer and keep those who played tonight happy and maintain depth but it should be technically quite simple

Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

We have a great sell

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 20:09:36, in reply to "Bring back the Ivisii twins, Andrej, Mirk, and Jake. Add Q, and then go hunting for more guard help"

About to have our 3rd one and done dude in the draft and Ayo is killing it right now.

Fuck it. None of it matters. UConn could shoot 30% from the field and be better than us.

Posted by Kajagoogoo <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Kajagoogoo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 19:59:43, in reply to "Alright, so, moving on to this thread now…*"

Terrence Hill - VCU's leading scorer, who lit up UNC, in the portal*

Posted by RVA <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RVA' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 4, 2026, 9:39:14, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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Suck it, Shaka*

Posted by bbonb <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bbonb' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 10:59:55, in reply to "Terrence Hill - VCU's leading scorer, who lit up UNC, in the portal*"

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former top 25 UK guard that didn't do much this year

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 16:54:42, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

https://x.com/TheFieldOf68/status/2040185794241888763

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

my name is Legion, for we are many*

Posted by Sammich <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Sammich' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 17:01:44, in reply to "former top 25 UK guard that didn't do much this year"

I want to break it up
I want to smash it up
I want to #### it up
I want to watch it come down

Wake Forest also loses their star player (Juke Harris) to the portal today.*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 15:16:27, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

He has moves *

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 15:41:22, in reply to "Wake Forest also loses their star player (Juke Harris) to the portal today.*"

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Descended from the family that started Nissan.

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 16:37:25, in reply to "He has moves *"

Tommy Lloyd succesfully leverages UNC job into top 5 deal with Arizona

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 12:28:27, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

https://x.com/PeteThamel/status/2040116562326159778

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

and he no longer reports to the AD!*

Posted by Poldark <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Poldark' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 13:17:49, in reply to "Tommy Lloyd succesfully leverages UNC job into top 5 deal with Arizona"

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https://x.com/PeteThamel/status/2040116562326159778

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"After Austin Peay, we deserved one of these"

Good. Just shows that Lloyd knows how to play the game. U of A is set up for dominance*

Posted by Desert <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Desert' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 13:12:27, in reply to "Tommy Lloyd succesfully leverages UNC job into top 5 deal with Arizona"

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https://x.com/PeteThamel/status/2040116562326159778

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Dusty May also with a perfect answer that other coaches in this situation should copy in the future

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 12:30:35, in reply to "Tommy Lloyd succesfully leverages UNC job into top 5 deal with Arizona"

"I think it's well-documented how happy I am at Michigan. Obviously, my private life, my personal life, my family, their happiness is very important. So, yeah, I love it at Michigan, but you'll never hear me comment on any other job, unless Michigan lets me go, and I'll comment on every job."

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https://x.com/PeteThamel/status/2040116562326159778

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

His answers were much more clearer than Lloyd’s

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 12:40:53, in reply to "Dusty May also with a perfect answer that other coaches in this situation should copy in the future"

He’s staying

Billy D come on down to UNC

Huge name, Flory Bidunga entering the portal (will also explore the NBA Draft)

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 20:51:36, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

Won’t be surprised if he commands the biggest pay day of anyone that enters in this cycle.

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Duke-bound

Posted by Kajagoogoo <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Kajagoogoo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 20:58:24, in reply to "Huge game, Flory Bidunga entering the portal (will also explore the NBA Draft)"

Just an Internet rumor of course.

More Tommy Lloyd non denial denials.

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 15:11:21, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

Tommy Lloyd again asked about the UNC opening, repeats his sentiment from earlier this week: "I'm not a multitasker, you can ask my wife. I'm 100% locked in on Arizona basketball right now. ... This team deserves my full attention, so that's what I'm giving them."
— Matt Norlander (@MattNorlander) April 2, 2026

Dusty May being asked about it too. Would love to see him bail on them.*

Posted by Toonces <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Toonces' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 21:26:59, in reply to "More Tommy Lloyd non denial denials."

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Tommy Lloyd again asked about the UNC opening, repeats his sentiment from earlier this week: "I'm not a multitasker, you can ask my wife. I'm 100% locked in on Arizona basketball right now. ... This team deserves my full attention, so that's what I'm giving them." — Matt Norlander (@MattNorlander) April 2, 2026 .

I’m ugly.

Oh please let the May thing gain steam*

Posted by cpsteine <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=cpsteine' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 21:29:38, in reply to "Dusty May being asked about it too. Would love to see him bail on them.*"

I don't like this. I want a fully focused Arizona for Michigan. Michigan tried to kill their

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 2, 2026, 15:22:30, in reply to "More Tommy Lloyd non denial denials."

point guard and they still seem like the more focused group at the moment.

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

I think he's just using UNC as leverage to oust Desireé Reed-Francois, AZ's AD.

Posted by Kajagoogoo <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Kajagoogoo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 15:15:57, in reply to "More Tommy Lloyd non denial denials."

Very well could be. He's definitely using the situation

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 15:17:54, in reply to "I think he's just using UNC as leverage to oust Desireé Reed-Francois, AZ's AD."

For what end we'll soon find out.

If he wanted to shut it down he would.

Yep, no reason to shut it down until he either gets what he wants or leaves.

Posted by Kajagoogoo <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Kajagoogoo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 15:18:25, in reply to "Very well could be. He's definitely using the situation "

Audie Crooks into the portal

Posted by ATL <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ATL' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 12:58:21, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

Shauna go get her

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Not a chance Shauna wants her*

Posted by OrangeSox <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OrangeSox' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 14:20:04, in reply to "Audie Crooks into the portal"

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Shauna go get her

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absolutely criminal that ISU is letting her get away*

Posted by bbonb <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bbonb' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 14:07:13, in reply to "Audie Crooks into the portal"

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Shauna go get her

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Some program is going to get a steal*

Posted by DocWalk20 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DocWalk20' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 15:11:27, in reply to "absolutely criminal that ISU is letting her get away*"

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Shauna go get her

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Iowa State has 10 women's basketball players in the portal.

Posted by Poldark <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Poldark' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 14:09:47, in reply to "absolutely criminal that ISU is letting her get away*"

just axed the women's gymnastics program
AD posted a video telling everyone to stay calm

Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"After Austin Peay, we deserved one of these"

She’s a net negative unless you can figure out how to build a defense with her*

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 13:50:53, in reply to "Audie Crooks into the portal"

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Shauna go get her

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Ollie Rioux headed to Michigan State.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 2, 2026, 12:30:48, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Izzo needs a new face breaker *

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 12:32:47, in reply to "Ollie Rioux headed to Michigan State.*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

He probably won't play. But much like me, Izzo must like the novelty of having a 7'-9" guy.

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 2, 2026, 12:33:51, in reply to "Izzo needs a new face breaker *"

And who knows, maybe those growth plates are still open.

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

I can see there being some specific ways to use him as a practice body in a useful way*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 15:20:08, in reply to "He probably won't play. But much like me, Izzo must like the novelty of having a 7'-9" guy."

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And who knows, maybe those growth plates are still open.

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Just trolling Painter *

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 12:48:22, in reply to "He probably won't play. But much like me, Izzo must like the novelty of having a 7'-9" guy."

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And who knows, maybe those growth plates are still open.

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Works for me*

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And who knows, maybe those growth plates are still open.

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Wisconsin fans seem pretty concerned that Blackwell is going to transfer.

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 21:53:29, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

Not sure if Underwood would snipe a guy from one of his in-conference buddies, but this right here would do just fine…

CG Coleman
CG Blackwell
SF Stojakovic
PF Mirkovic
C T. Ivisic

Davis
Z. Ivisic
Morillo
Rodgers/transfer backup 4

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

I always forget that his dad is an alum.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 12:32:45, in reply to "Wisconsin fans seem pretty concerned that Blackwell is going to transfer."

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Wonder if he’ll be in our big former player group for tomorrow’s game.*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 12:54:18, in reply to "I always forget that his dad is an alum.*"

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

That roster is super sexy*

Posted by UofIL6 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=UofIL6' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 21:57:58, in reply to "Wisconsin fans seem pretty concerned that Blackwell is going to transfer."

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If you wondered how Miznoz got a top 10 recruit, rumors are they’re hiring his dad as an asst coach*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 20:55:23, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Do you even have to do that these days? Just pay*

Posted by UofIL6 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=UofIL6' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 20:56:12, in reply to "If you wondered how Miznoz got a top 10 recruit, rumors are they’re hiring his dad as an asst coach*"

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I don't know if Mizzou is looking to stretch NIL funds that much... but it sounds like a good way to

Posted by ijustkrushalot <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ijustkrushalot' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 21:36:02, in reply to "Do you even have to do that these days? Just pay*"

Guess what, you get $100k in NIL and your dad gets some stupid amount to be a consultant or whatever

Yeah, let the kid pay Dad to eff off.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=SurfTheBoneyard' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 20:58:22, in reply to "Do you even have to do that these days? Just pay*"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Tommy Lloyd gave the most non-denial denial ever about UNC*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 16:56:29, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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But does he give a shit about UNC?*

Posted by DocWalk20 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DocWalk20' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 17:00:58, in reply to "Tommy Lloyd gave the most non-denial denial ever about UNC*"

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Yeah, I don't like this non-distraction distraction.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on March 31, 2026, 17:00:27, in reply to "Tommy Lloyd gave the most non-denial denial ever about UNC*"

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

What'd he say?

Posted by Kajagoogoo <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Kajagoogoo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 16:58:43, in reply to "Tommy Lloyd gave the most non-denial denial ever about UNC*"

He was asked about his comment about protecting the program the coach after him

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 17:04:55, in reply to "What'd he say?"

And how some are taking it as a sign he’s gonna go and if anything has changed

He responded by talking about how focused he is on this team and totally not distracted and the only ones distracted are the media

John Mobley declaring for the draft, but will maintain his eligibility

Posted by AintHatin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=AintHatin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 13:41:35, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

says he's not entering the portal if the draft doesn't work out

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How did the visit from Quentin Coleman go?*

Posted by gullit <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gullit' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 11:54:03, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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Well...

Posted by illinilosch <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illinilosch' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 18:37:23, in reply to "How did the visit from Quentin Coleman go?* "

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Link: Sweet pick with the Regional Championship trophy!

Moar:

Posted by Chuck Woodaby <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Chuck+Woodaby' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 20:04:03, in reply to "Well..."

Top 35 prospect in the class of 2026 Quentin Coleman on his official visit to the #illini. Looks like they got him posing with the South Regional Champs trophy too which is awesome!

He's also looking at Texas Tech and Mizzou pic.twitter.com/64idkcBmYC
— Armchair Illinois (@ArmchairIllini) March 31, 2026

I tell myself we stack up well vs Missouri with Wagler as evidence this year*

Posted by Potomac <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Potomac' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 19:10:48, in reply to "Well..."

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I tell myself we stack up well with Missouri because we shitpumped them this year.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=SurfTheBoneyard' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 20:06:00, in reply to "I tell myself we stack up well vs Missouri with Wagler as evidence this year*"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

this is the question that matters*

Posted by John Coctostan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=John+Coctostan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 14:44:20, in reply to "How did the visit from Quentin Coleman go?* "

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All 7'-9" of Olivier Rioux enters the portal. I'd take him.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on March 31, 2026, 9:43:31, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

I’m not sure that he can play*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 13:47:54, in reply to "All 7'-9" of Olivier Rioux enters the portal. I'd take him.*"

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True, but he'd be a fun victory cigar.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on March 31, 2026, 17:00:09, in reply to "I’m not sure that he can play*"

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Nick Smith says "pass".

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 17:23:04, in reply to "True, but he'd be a fun victory cigar.*"

Can anyone who's watched him play comment on why he doesn't score 50 points a game?

Posted by meanjeans <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=meanjeans' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 11:38:05, in reply to "All 7'-9" of Olivier Rioux enters the portal. I'd take him.*"

He's almost a foot taller than most centers, what is there to stop him

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BLAM, there's my opinion people - behold

Because he stinks*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 14:07:35, in reply to "Can anyone who's watched him play comment on why he doesn't score 50 points a game?"

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He's almost a foot taller than most centers, what is there to stop him

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Mobility. Athletic ability. Other than those things, not much.*

Posted by DocWalk20 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DocWalk20' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 11:40:11, in reply to "Can anyone who's watched him play comment on why he doesn't score 50 points a game?"

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He's almost a foot taller than most centers, what is there to stop him

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probably also stamina*

Posted by Sammich <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Sammich' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 11:49:07, in reply to "Mobility. Athletic ability. Other than those things, not much.*"

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He's almost a foot taller than most centers, what is there to stop him

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I want to break it up
I want to smash it up
I want to #### it up
I want to watch it come down

I imagine Matt Painter is sleeping on his doorstep *

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 11:31:04, in reply to "All 7'-9" of Olivier Rioux enters the portal. I'd take him.*"

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Too bad we can guard him with Boswell next year. Gotta just get low and steer his Canadian ass out.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on March 31, 2026, 11:36:48, in reply to "I imagine Matt Painter is sleeping on his doorstep *"

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

NCAA 2nd leading scorer Dior Johnson

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 30, 2026, 17:47:01, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

after 6 high schools and 3 colleges, he's ready for his forever home

https://x.com/TheFieldOf68/status/2038747984897421382

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

is he a Christian?*

Posted by Sammich <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Sammich' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 30, 2026, 17:54:21, in reply to "NCAA 2nd leading scorer Dior Johnson"

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after 6 high schools and 3 colleges, he's ready for his forever home

https://x.com/TheFieldOf68/status/2038747984897421382

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I want to break it up
I want to smash it up
I want to #### it up
I want to watch it come down

MA’AM HE IIIIIIIIS TONIGHT*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 9:46:01, in reply to "is he a Christian?*"

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after 6 high schools and 3 colleges, he's ready for his forever home

https://x.com/TheFieldOf68/status/2038747984897421382

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

he'll be a luxury for someone*

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 30, 2026, 18:26:13, in reply to "is he a Christian?*"

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after 6 high schools and 3 colleges, he's ready for his forever home

https://x.com/TheFieldOf68/status/2038747984897421382

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

9 high schools.

Hey, hard for some of those brainacs to find the right fit among the unwashed hoi polloi.

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 30, 2026, 18:29:05, in reply to "9 high schools."

geez, someone needs to update his wikipedia. *

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Dustin Ford taking over at Akron

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 30, 2026, 16:53:07, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

Akron is expected to elevate associate head coach Dustin Ford, source told @TheFieldOf68.

Ford has been a huge part of the Zips success.

Love this move by AD Andrew Goodrich.
— Jeff Goodman (@GoodmanHoops) March 30, 2026

Yuck. And Goodman is an idiot*

Posted by Mrap24 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Mrap24' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 11:50:16, in reply to "Dustin Ford taking over at Akron"

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Akron is expected to elevate associate head coach Dustin Ford, source told @TheFieldOf68 .

Ford has been a huge part of the Zips success.

Love this move by AD Andrew Goodrich. — Jeff Goodman (@GoodmanHoops) March 30, 2026 .

Not that far from Canada!*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 30, 2026, 17:03:40, in reply to "Dustin Ford taking over at Akron"

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This is definitely one of those things that doesn't grab my attention as much as...

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 30, 2026, 16:35:39, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

...it would have previously with guys like AJ Storr.

At this point, I'm pretty locked into the idea that the next Mirk is coming down the line and he'll be at least 73.5% as entertaining as the original.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

I really hope we only need to add like 1-2 guys and can fill the rest with our current players*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 30, 2026, 17:03:51, in reply to "This is definitely one of those things that doesn't grab my attention as much as..."

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

That would be so nice for one year at least.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 30, 2026, 17:58:56, in reply to "I really hope we only need to add like 1-2 guys and can fill the rest with our current players*"

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Disregard, nothing to see here.

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 30, 2026, 15:58:05, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

*a>

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

He's staying

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 30, 2026, 16:15:58, in reply to "Trent Pierce from Miznoz. Would be a great fit depending on what kind of role he’s willing to take"

Missouri forward Trent Pierce has agreed to a deal to return to the Tigers next season, he told @On3.

The 6-10 junior averaged 10.4 points and 3.8 rebounds per game this season. Shot 38.4% from three. https://t.co/IEU4w0DzEg pic.twitter.com/uC0l1teZDT
— Joe Tipton (@JoeTipton) March 30, 2026

Ha wow I completely read the tweet wrong, just assumed it was saying he was portaling*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 30, 2026, 16:33:50, in reply to "He's staying"

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Missouri forward Trent Pierce has agreed to a deal to return to the Tigers next season, he told @On3 .

The 6-10 junior averaged 10.4 points and 3.8 rebounds per game this season. Shot 38.4% from three. https://t.co/IEU4w0DzEg pic.twitter.com/uC0l1teZDT — Joe Tipton (@JoeTipton) March 30, 2026 .

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Probably for Miznoz academics. *

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 30, 2026, 16:21:51, in reply to "He's staying"

The value of a Miznoz degree cannot be understated...

DGL back in the portal*

Posted by OWWDig <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OWWDig' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 29, 2026, 14:52:19, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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My guess as if right now is Villanova or Xavier, potentially Illinois if we take him back

Posted by JacobRDaugherty <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=JacobRDaugherty' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 11:42:07, in reply to "DGL back in the portal*"

I think DGL is good

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Devin Royal*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 29, 2026, 13:22:26, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Groce to Charleston?

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 28, 2026, 15:45:55, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

NEWS: Akron’s John Groce has emerged as the top target in Charleston’s head coach search, sources told ESPN. Nothing is done and steps remain for both sides in the next 24 hours, but there’s mutual interest. Groce has led the Zips to four of the last five NCAA tournaments. pic.twitter.com/PiNc4WDUvF
— Jeff Borzello (@jeffborzello) March 28, 2026

Angling for a raise?*

Posted by biclops <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=biclops' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 28, 2026, 17:00:55, in reply to "Groce to Charleston?"

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NEWS: Akron’s John Groce has emerged as the top target in Charleston’s head coach search, sources told ESPN. Nothing is done and steps remain for both sides in the next 24 hours, but there’s mutual interest. Groce has led the Zips to four of the last five NCAA tournaments. pic.twitter.com/PiNc4WDUvF — Jeff Borzello (@jeffborzello) March 28, 2026 .

I'm so ashamed of the lie I'm living
Right on the wrong side of it all

Doesn’t seem like much of an upgrade, if it even is*

Posted by Ron McDon <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ron+McDon' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 28, 2026, 15:56:38, in reply to "Groce to Charleston?"

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They were paying Mack $1.1 million, that would be a nice raise for Groce. *

Posted by larue33 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=larue33' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 28, 2026, 18:07:45, in reply to "Doesn’t seem like much of an upgrade, if it even is*"

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Had the same thought. Retirement plan? Charleston >>>>>>>>Akron.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 28, 2026, 16:50:24, in reply to "Doesn’t seem like much of an upgrade, if it even is*"

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Seems like a pretty massive lifestyle upgrade*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 28, 2026, 16:58:26, in reply to "Had the same thought. Retirement plan? Charleston >>>>>>>>Akron.*"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

this has to be it *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 28, 2026, 17:09:59, in reply to "Seems like a pretty massive lifestyle upgrade*"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

That doesn’t make sense*

Posted by John Coctostan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=John+Coctostan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 28, 2026, 15:49:12, in reply to "Groce to Charleston?"

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Slight upgrade in life conditions *

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 28, 2026, 15:49:40, in reply to "That doesn’t make sense*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

MAC Freshman of the Year point guard.

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 28, 2026, 10:11:06, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

Probably too small for Underwood’s liking, but incredible numbers as a freshman.

https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/stats/_/id/5314225/leroy-blyden-jr

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Think this is the guy linked to Michigan*

Posted by JacobRDaugherty <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=JacobRDaugherty' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 28, 2026, 11:03:46, in reply to "MAC Freshman of the Year point guard."

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Probably too small for Underwood’s liking, but incredible numbers as a freshman.

https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/stats/_/id/5314225/leroy-blyden-jr

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Toledo PG? Lock *

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 28, 2026, 10:31:18, in reply to "MAC Freshman of the Year point guard."

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Probably too small for Underwood’s liking, but incredible numbers as a freshman.

https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/stats/_/id/5314225/leroy-blyden-jr

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Bill Murray's son Luke will take the BC job

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 26, 2026, 17:12:51, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

https://bsky.app/profile/mattfortuna.bsky.social/post/3mhym3pw3g22j

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

At least Bill can stop rooting for UCONN now.*

Posted by DocWalk20 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DocWalk20' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 26, 2026, 17:13:45, in reply to "Bill Murray's son Luke will take the BC job"

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https://bsky.app/profile/mattfortuna.bsky.social/post/3mhym3pw3g22j

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no doubt.*

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 28, 2026, 10:36:36, in reply to "At least Bill can stop rooting for UCONN now.*"

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https://bsky.app/profile/mattfortuna.bsky.social/post/3mhym3pw3g22j

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Lucas Morillo named to Nike Hoop Summit World team

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 26, 2026, 14:52:13, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

Scott Richey
@srrichey
INBOX: Future
@IlliniMBB
guard Lucas Morillo named to World Team for 2026 Nike Hoop Summit. Game is April 11 at the Moda Center in Portland.

Other #Illini to play for World Team: David Mirkovic, Kasparas Jakucionis, Will Riley, Kofi Cockburn, Andre Curbelo and Andres Feliz.

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Mirk flashed some potential on the boards there last year*

Posted by Potomac <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Potomac' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 10:03:27, in reply to "Lucas Morillo named to Nike Hoop Summit World team"

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Great sign*

Posted by JacobRDaugherty <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=JacobRDaugherty' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 28, 2026, 11:07:00, in reply to "Lucas Morillo named to Nike Hoop Summit World team"

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I'll put this here. The Athletic discusses NIL transparency. Gift link...

Posted by Tuscy <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Tuscy' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 26, 2026, 10:11:10, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7144472/2026/03/26/college-players-athletes-salaries-payments/?unlocked_article_code=1.WFA.9lkp.qhgrE4rHXpHw&smid=ta-android-share

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"I wouldn't mind the DP here." - jumpingdan

*Chandler Bing voice* Has anyone here even SEEN a transfer portal thread?? Stay focused you jerks!*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 14:06:33, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Is he going to stick around at Vandy?*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on March 25, 2026, 16:10:31, in reply to "*Chandler Bing voice* Has anyone here even SEEN a transfer portal thread?? Stay focused you jerks!*"

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Y'all got bad juju in here. Don't like it. *

Posted by illini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 12:57:13, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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beat houston!*

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 16:11:22, in reply to "Y'all got bad juju in here. Don't like it. *"

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I would be genuinely stunned if he was at the top of the list for either program

Posted by Blazer <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Blazer' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 13:41:30, in reply to "Y'all got bad juju in here. Don't like it. *"

And that's not a knock on Brad--I just can't see them going for someone in the final stage of his career, or outside the "family" for UNC.

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I'm not even thinking about the hiring part

Posted by illini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 13:56:25, in reply to "I would be genuinely stunned if he was at the top of the list for either program"

We've got a big, exciting game tomorrow and y'all are doom casting.

Keep the vibes UP

who is doom casting?*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 14:54:48, in reply to "I'm not even thinking about the hiring part"

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We've got a big, exciting game tomorrow and y'all are doom casting.

Keep the vibes UP

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

lol yeah i haven't noticed any of that. People are just throwing out hypotheticals*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 14:55:59, in reply to "who is doom casting?*"

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We've got a big, exciting game tomorrow and y'all are doom casting.

Keep the vibes UP

Kevin Feige

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 14:55:41, in reply to "who is doom casting?*"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

bad sammich*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 15:02:29, in reply to "Kevin Feige"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Good point*

Posted by Blazer <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Blazer' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 14:08:27, in reply to "I'm not even thinking about the hiring part"

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We've got a big, exciting game tomorrow and y'all are doom casting.

Keep the vibes UP

Meh. Maybe I’m wrong but I don’t think Underwood is leaving

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 13:10:53, in reply to "Y'all got bad juju in here. Don't like it. *"

I think we could match anything KU offers and most likely top

I just don't see it as a legitimate risk given his age, available resources, and contract

Posted by OrangeSox <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OrangeSox' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 14:58:27, in reply to "Meh. Maybe I’m wrong but I don’t think Underwood is leaving"

He's already got access to a private jet to do all of his eastern block travels, our AD is awesome, the conference is superior, the other revenue generating coaches are solid. I don't see him going anywhere.

i don't think he is, either, but there's nothing wrong in spitballing*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 14:54:07, in reply to "Meh. Maybe I’m wrong but I don’t think Underwood is leaving"

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I think we could match anything KU offers and most likely top

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I don’t really understand why it’s even raised as a possibility based on his contract*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 13:24:26, in reply to "Meh. Maybe I’m wrong but I don’t think Underwood is leaving"

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I think we could match anything KU offers and most likely top

Right that too. He can’t leave but even if he did we’d have every ability to keep him*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 13:37:45, in reply to "I don’t really understand why it’s even raised as a possibility based on his contract*"

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I think we could match anything KU offers and most likely top

He makes plenty already. No raise, please*

Posted by Potomac <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Potomac' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 14:06:36, in reply to "Right that too. He can’t leave but even if he did we’d have every ability to keep him*"

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I think we could match anything KU offers and most likely top

because people are bored and want to think about the what ifs

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

I'd put it at less than 5% that he leaves if offered another job*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 13:12:31, in reply to "Meh. Maybe I’m wrong but I don’t think Underwood is leaving"

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I think we could match anything KU offers and most likely top

Gotta agree. And yes, numerous people have accused me of wearing orange-colored glasses.

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 13:17:40, in reply to "I'd put it at less than 5% that he leaves if offered another job*"

It's not even worth thinking about*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 13:10:21, in reply to "Y'all got bad juju in here. Don't like it. *"

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I just think Underwood has like 5 years left. So he'll stay.

Posted by JFG <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=JFG' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 13:08:49, in reply to "Y'all got bad juju in here. Don't like it. *"

And if I had 5 years left, I would have zero desire to go learn to play somewhere else. Too much stress. I'd stay and go out as an Illinois legend.

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Maybe I'm overconfident, but I zero of the dread I used to have in these scenarios.

Posted by AintHatin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=AintHatin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 13:02:39, in reply to "Y'all got bad juju in here. Don't like it. *"

could underwood leave? absolutely. do i think he's going to? i do not.

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Me either.*

Posted by DiamondDazzle <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DiamondDazzle' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 12:58:44, in reply to "Y'all got bad juju in here. Don't like it. *"

Let's just say Brad did go to Kansas or UNC.

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 12:22:13, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

Who would be our best case? Otz?

What would be our realistic short list?

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Mick Cronin. Best case and workable.

Posted by opossum jenkins <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=opossum+jenkins' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 26, 2026, 17:21:20, in reply to "Let's just say Brad did go to Kansas or UNC. "

He’s never fit at UCLA. He knows it. They know it. Probably wants out.

Whitman gets a Brinks truck from someone paying Brad’s buyout.

Mick works a departure deal with UCLA, Whitman makes him the highest paid coach in the B1G.

Profit.

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Who would be our best case? Otz?

What would be our realistic short list?

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Otz would be my first and only call.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 16:09:57, in reply to "Let's just say Brad did go to Kansas or UNC. "

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Who would be our best case? Otz?

What would be our realistic short list?

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I think that's the call as well*

Posted by KCWildcat <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=KCWildcat' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 26, 2026, 14:53:41, in reply to "Otz would be my first and only call.*"

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Who would be our best case? Otz?

What would be our realistic short list?

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Semi-just for fun: N Carolina, what took ya so long?

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 14:50:42, in reply to "Let's just say Brad did go to Kansas or UNC. "

Lost to Va Commonwealth 3/19, with some dumb-azz comments after the game from your coach... yet it took ya till 3/25 to fire him?

Was it the buyout package??

Based on AI, contract was extended, etc. about 15 months ago. That coulda cost ol' NCarolina a few $$$. Add in Mr and Mrs Belechick, and... they've been paying out some serious cash for some not-so-serious results.

LaTulip thinks the extra time was to reach out to their primary targets to gauge interest before

Posted by Kajagoogoo <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Kajagoogoo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 14:51:52, in reply to "Semi-just for fun: N Carolina, what took ya so long?"

pulling the trigger. *shrug*

So, total curiosity: does LaTulip think they got turned down??

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 16:25:16, in reply to "LaTulip thinks the extra time was to reach out to their primary targets to gauge interest before "

And I'm asking him via this message board (HA!) if they did get turned down repeatedly, what made them pull the trigger today?

Again... is their primary target in the Sweet 16??

I’d lean Schertz*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 13:39:44, in reply to "Let's just say Brad did go to Kansas or UNC. "

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Who would be our best case? Otz?

What would be our realistic short list?

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People will think i'm crazy, but Chris Beard would be up there for me*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 13:11:57, in reply to "Let's just say Brad did go to Kansas or UNC. "

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Who would be our best case? Otz?

What would be our realistic short list?

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There’s an up and comer at Akron who might be worth checking in on.*

Posted by Toonces <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Toonces' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 12:45:25, in reply to "Let's just say Brad did go to Kansas or UNC. "

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Who would be our best case? Otz?

What would be our realistic short list?

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I’m ugly.

Mods: banish*

Posted by memyselfandillini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=memyselfandillini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 14:24:07, in reply to "There’s an up and comer at Akron who might be worth checking in on.*"

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Who would be our best case? Otz?

What would be our realistic short list?

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Otz, best case. Schertz, best most realistic. I like Kimani Young from UConn*

Posted by JacobRDaugherty <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=JacobRDaugherty' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 12:23:19, in reply to "Let's just say Brad did go to Kansas or UNC. "

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Who would be our best case? Otz?

What would be our realistic short list?

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Crazy coaching predictions here:

Posted by Kajagoogoo <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Kajagoogoo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 9:15:57, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

- Self retires. Kansas lures Nate Oats.

- UNC hires Mark Byington.

- Alabama lands Bucky McMillan.

- LSU hires Will Wade (again).

- NC State hires Chris Collins (cuz why not?).

- NW hires the corpse of Jimmy Collins.

Okay, none of that will happen, but my head is spinning already.

Are we in a transition where elites will regress toward the mean?

Posted by Potomac <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Potomac' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 12:00:48, in reply to "Crazy coaching predictions here:"

Too many good schools with lots of money and not enough proven coaches to go around. After all, some past elites have slid downward. Maybe Kansas and UNC and Kentucky will go on that path. Top talent doesn’t need those schools.

Like Indiana, Syracuse, and UCLA. None of those three is necessarily going to steal someone from a strong Power 5 program.

Tennessee is an example on the women’s side. When Pat Summit was around, it was top 5. Successors couldn’t sustain that level of success, and now it’s dropped in status.

Michael Wilbon complained about Kentucky on PTI yesterday, and how they needed to get past their annoying feelings of entitlement. The sport has changed.

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To the extent that NIL is resulting in the professionalization of college sports…

Posted by DT <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DT' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 12:58:00, in reply to "Are we in a transition where elites will regress toward the mean?"

…I think there will definitely be a reshuffling, and probably some leveling. The cache or status of a school will only matter as a secondary factor, if the money is there as well.

A history of success has likely built a large, passionate fan base that can help fund the team. So there is still some built-in advantage. But I don’t know that, for most schools, that would be enough to outweigh the underlying conference revenue discrepancies, or the school to school differences that are driven much more by football than hoops, I think.

But there’s no salary cap, so you wouldn’t expect a completely even playing field like there is in the NFL. But there is very significant revenue sharing within conferences, so you won’t have the disparity you see in MLB.

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I think the Bama job for Oats is probably better than KU at this point.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 11:45:12, in reply to "Crazy coaching predictions here:"

Yes, you heard me correct.

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Something like this. Bama has football money.

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 12:22:55, in reply to "I think the Bama job for Oats is probably better than KU at this point."

I’ve been trying to say this for three days haha

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 12:02:34, in reply to "I think the Bama job for Oats is probably better than KU at this point."

These big SEC-Big Ten jobs are better

Oats could have left for Kentucky last year if he wanted too. And that imo is better than KU. Not sure why he’d leave now

I was thinking about this last night, is BYU right now a more attractive job than Kansas or UNC?*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 11:47:39, in reply to "I think the Bama job for Oats is probably better than KU at this point."

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Yes, you heard me correct.

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

BYU is probably a weird fit for many coaches but in terms of resources probably

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 12:42:28, in reply to "I was thinking about this last night, is BYU right now a more attractive job than Kansas or UNC?*"

Let’s not forget they kept their football coach from going to Penn State

It’s a new world.

you wanna get crazy?

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 10:01:48, in reply to "Crazy coaching predictions here:"

i'll get crazy.

-Self names Snacks Howard as his rightful heir.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I think UNC gets Billy D and KU if Self retired gets one of TJ or McCasland*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 9:47:27, in reply to "Crazy coaching predictions here:"

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I’ll bet that Billy never coaches in CBB again*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 11:07:14, in reply to "I think UNC gets Billy D and KU if Self retired gets one of TJ or McCasland*"

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Donovan will be 61 by October. I can't see him moving to a big-time college job.

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 12:27:23, in reply to "I’ll bet that Billy never coaches in CBB again*"

If he wants to, maybe some hobby-income job like Red-azz Fran has right now.

If he doesn't... he'll be on TV somewhere.

Bill D just got an extension. He might have the cushiest job in professional basketball.

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on March 25, 2026, 10:45:15, in reply to "I think UNC gets Billy D and KU if Self retired gets one of TJ or McCasland*"

Although maybe he just misses competition.

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Lot of rumors he wants out

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 10:51:57, in reply to "Bill D just got an extension. He might have the cushiest job in professional basketball."

UNC is pursuing him. Maybe he doesn’t want to go back to college but I don’t think he’s long for the Bulls

I think at some point coaching at a loser org like the Bulls has to be demoralizing for someone who was a real winner

https://chicago.suntimes.com/bulls/2026/03/24/bulls-executive-arturas-karnisovas-running-out-people-blame

Hard to overstate what a disaster the AKME regime has been. I don't blame him.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on March 25, 2026, 10:54:43, in reply to "Lot of rumors he wants out "

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UNC is pursuing him. Maybe he doesn’t want to go back to college but I don’t think he’s long for the Bulls

https://chicago.suntimes.com/bulls/2026/03/24/bulls-executive-arturas-karnisovas-running-out-people-blame

You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

I didn't think it could get any worse than garpax. Leave it to the Bulls to find a way*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 10:59:13, in reply to "Hard to overstate what a disaster the AKME regime has been. I don't blame him.*"

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what about Billy G?*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 9:49:07, in reply to "I think UNC gets Billy D and KU if Self retired gets one of TJ or McCasland*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

So does Alabama land Mark before or after UNC hires him?*

Posted by Dilbert <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Dilbert' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 9:33:32, in reply to "Crazy coaching predictions here:"

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- Self retires. Kansas lures Nate Oats.

- UNC hires Mark Byington.

- Alabama lands Mark Byington.

- LSU hires Will Wade (again).

- NC State hires Chris Collins (cuz why not?).

- NW hires the corpse of Jimmy Collins.

Okay, none of that will happen, but my head is spinning already.

Oops. Yeah, I switched things up and forgot to edit. I'll chump it.

Posted by Kajagoogoo <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Kajagoogoo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 9:42:26, in reply to "So does Alabama land Mark before or after UNC hires him?*"

Brad Underwood becomes the first dual head coach by taking the KU job AND retaining the Illinois job

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on March 25, 2026, 9:19:07, in reply to "Crazy coaching predictions here:"

He needs a new challenge imo. This should do it.

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

it's kinda like the Austro-Hungarian Empire *

Posted by ijustkrushalot <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ijustkrushalot' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 9:22:20, in reply to "Brad Underwood becomes the first dual head coach by taking the KU job AND retaining the Illinois job"

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He needs a new challenge imo. This should do it.

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Some chat on Twitter that self is retiring*

Posted by Mrap24 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Mrap24' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 9:08:56, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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Self just told a Kansas City paper that the rumors are B.S.

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 12:25:02, in reply to "Some chat on Twitter that self is retiring*"

Saw via ESPN App breaking news pop-up

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If it happens, KU will do better than UNC.*

Posted by Chicago1995 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Chicago1995' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 9:13:26, in reply to "Some chat on Twitter that self is retiring*"

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Rumors they want either May or Lloyd. I think they'll "settle" for Oats.

Posted by Kajagoogoo <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Kajagoogoo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 9:16:32, in reply to "If it happens, KU will do better than UNC.*"

Mebbe.

I think KU can get Lloyd. May isn't going anyplace.

Posted by Chicago1995 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Chicago1995' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 10:22:48, in reply to "Rumors they want either May or Lloyd. I think they'll "settle" for Oats."

I think UNC ends up with Byington.

I have no idea who Arizona would end up with if Lloyd went to KU.

I think Oats might be stuck.

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Mebbe.

I just have trouble seeing a coach jump from one conference powerhouse to another.

Posted by Kajagoogoo <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Kajagoogoo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 10:30:15, in reply to "I think KU can get Lloyd. May isn't going anyplace. "

Also why I think Grant McC wouldn't go to Kansas. I could be way wrong there (duh). And it's been an open secret that Oats really wants that KU job when it opens up. Last year, KU would've been head over heels to land him. Now? Not as sure, but I think May and Lloyd turn them down, and he becomes their top priority unless they can attract Billy Donovan.

I don’t think I’d call Tech a conference powerhouse

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 10:39:07, in reply to "I just have trouble seeing a coach jump from one conference powerhouse to another."

And they already lost a coach to a conference rival in the last five years

I don’t think Oats goes anywhere. I think if he did he would’ve already left.

The powerhouse is Arizona. But I'm also saying I don't see McCasland leaving Tech for KU.

Posted by Kajagoogoo <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Kajagoogoo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 10:40:10, in reply to "I don’t think I’d call Tech a conference powerhouse "

I think it’s much more likely than Oats leaving

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 10:41:41, in reply to "The powerhouse is Arizona. But I'm also saying I don't see McCasland leaving Tech for KU."

And I think Otzelbeger is more likely than both

I get that, but it's not like KU and AZ are long time conference rivals.

Posted by Chicago1995 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Chicago1995' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 10:36:31, in reply to "I just have trouble seeing a coach jump from one conference powerhouse to another."

It's a factor for sure.

I think KU gets Lloyd or TJ. No insider info or anything, but I think that's where it goes.

Be interesting to see if the timing is a problem for Billy. Portal will have been open like a week before he'd be done with the Bulls. Even if he's hired at UNC/KU the next day, he's way behind.

Now his name and the school can probably make up a lot of ground, but he would be behind.

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Davis officially out at UNC

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 19:56:18, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

https://x.com/BrendanRMarks/status/2036607736482316433?s=20

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Can we poach Dylan Mingo?*

Posted by illinilosch <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illinilosch' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 21:19:02, in reply to "Davis officially out at UNC"

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https://x.com/BrendanRMarks/status/2036607736482316433?s=20

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Time is a flat circle*

Posted by Chuck Woodaby <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Chuck+Woodaby' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 20:18:36, in reply to "Davis officially out at UNC"

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https://x.com/BrendanRMarks/status/2036607736482316433?s=20

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Self doesn’t give a shit about North Carolina *

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 20:48:29, in reply to "Time is a flat circle*"

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https://x.com/BrendanRMarks/status/2036607736482316433?s=20

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

If you’re under 60, who wouldn’t want this job?

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 21:21:48, in reply to "Self doesn’t give a shit about North Carolina *"

Like, if you’re Dusty May or Nate Oats or Tommy Lloyd? Do you turn UNC down?

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https://x.com/BrendanRMarks/status/2036607736482316433?s=20

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Does Sean Miller still have juice as a coaching candidate? If he was still at Xavier I feel like he

Posted by meanjeans <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=meanjeans' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 6:36:22, in reply to "If you’re under 60, who wouldn’t want this job?"

would be in the mix

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Like, if you’re Dusty May or Nate Oats or Tommy Lloyd? Do you turn UNC down?

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https://x.com/BrendanRMarks/status/2036607736482316433?s=20

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BLAM, there's my opinion people - behold

That’s just sweat. *

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 10:02:54, in reply to "Does Sean Miller still have juice as a coaching candidate? If he was still at Xavier I feel like he"

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would be in the mix

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Like, if you’re Dusty May or Nate Oats or Tommy Lloyd? Do you turn UNC down?

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https://x.com/BrendanRMarks/status/2036607736482316433?s=20

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

I mean he's in the S16 with Texas right now

Posted by illini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 9:41:32, in reply to "Does Sean Miller still have juice as a coaching candidate? If he was still at Xavier I feel like he"

He might get the itch to jump but he's got plenty of resources where he is. No need to leave.

Lots of buzz on Twitter he's pretty high on UNCs list. *

Posted by Chicago1995 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Chicago1995' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 10:37:16, in reply to "I mean he's in the S16 with Texas right now"

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He might get the itch to jump but he's got plenty of resources where he is. No need to leave.

That would be a great hire*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 10:44:29, in reply to "Lots of buzz on Twitter he's pretty high on UNCs list. *"

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He might get the itch to jump but he's got plenty of resources where he is. No need to leave.

Kentucky ended up with Mark Pope

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 23:05:07, in reply to "If you’re under 60, who wouldn’t want this job?"

Not sure blue bloods still have that much pull

more like Mark Poop*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 8:46:23, in reply to "Kentucky ended up with Mark Pope"

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Not sure blue bloods still have that much pull

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

He sure pooped on our squadron last year. Maybe he's good.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on March 25, 2026, 8:54:36, in reply to "more like Mark Poop*"

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Not sure blue bloods still have that much pull

You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

I don’t know why Dusty May would take it

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 21:35:22, in reply to "If you’re under 60, who wouldn’t want this job?"

Michigan athletic department dwarfs UNC. If Michigan is serious about basketball which even if they aren’t they’d still probably dwarf UNC what can Dusty May do at UNC that he can’t already do at Michigan?

I mean he can easily win a NC in two weeks.

Other than the name of UNC I don’t see what else it offers to someone like Dusty. And it’s not like Michigan is some slouch as a brand name.

The bloom is sorta off the apple

Posted by Sammich <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Sammich' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 21:26:57, in reply to "If you’re under 60, who wouldn’t want this job?"

Especially since it appears that Duke chose K's successor wisely. Add in the money delta, and I wouldn't be surprised if May and Oats preferred to sit tight (read: use the opening as leverage for a raise).

I want to break it up
I want to smash it up
I want to #### it up
I want to watch it come down

I wonder if Kelvin could get it. He’s old but he’s been complaining about UH spending

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 20:07:04, in reply to "Davis officially out at UNC"

And he’s from north carolina

They may be in a place where a short run steward is in their best interest

Posted by opey8 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=opey8' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 20:15:13, in reply to "I wonder if Kelvin could get it. He’s old but he’s been complaining about UH spending"

To reinvigorate their largest donors and re-establish their position

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And he’s from north carolina

Yeah I mean they hired Belichick lol*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 20:22:44, in reply to "They may be in a place where a short run steward is in their best interest"

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To reinvigorate their largest donors and re-establish their position

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And he’s from north carolina

Burning piles of cash in the process. Leaving them shorthanded for this hire and the roster

Posted by memyselfandillini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=memyselfandillini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 8:51:03, in reply to "Yeah I mean they hired Belichick lol*"

Very stupid AD

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To reinvigorate their largest donors and re-establish their position

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And he’s from north carolina

Rumors of Fears considering the portal

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 15:01:50, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

Allegedly Trilly sourced but maybe be leveraging Izzo for more $$. Good times.

No NBA for him?*

Posted by gullit <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gullit' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 9:00:51, in reply to "Rumors of Fears considering the portal"

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Allegedly Trilly sourced but maybe be leveraging Izzo for more $$. Good times.

If you're only 6'1-6'2, you better shoot better than 32% from three

I don't think he is projected to get drafted in most mocks I've seen.

You also can't play defense by exclusively kicking players in the junk in the NBA. Izzo won't be there to explain how he punishes him more than the league ever would.

NBA needs a new generation of trippers and nut-kickers

Posted by Sammich <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Sammich' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 11:21:02, in reply to "If you're only 6'1-6'2, you better shoot better than 32% from three"

Lu Dort and Draymond won't be around forever

I want to break it up
I want to smash it up
I want to #### it up
I want to watch it come down

Damit, what is going on with the G-League??? Shouldn't they be teaching that??

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 14:59:35, in reply to "NBA needs a new generation of trippers and nut-kickers"

Dillon Brooks just needs to come back from his DUI and broken hand.

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on March 25, 2026, 11:28:10, in reply to "NBA needs a new generation of trippers and nut-kickers"

He made Coach K cry one time so I'll always have a soft spot.

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Lu Dort and Draymond won't be around forever

You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

that'd be a real kick in the nuts for Izzo*

Posted by Gene Parmesan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Gene+Parmesan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 23:31:32, in reply to "Rumors of Fears considering the portal"

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Allegedly Trilly sourced but maybe be leveraging Izzo for more $$. Good times.

gotta take a shot sometimes. *

Posted by ijustkrushalot <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ijustkrushalot' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 25, 2026, 8:49:11, in reply to "that'd be a real kick in the nuts for Izzo*"

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Allegedly Trilly sourced but maybe be leveraging Izzo for more $$. Good times.

Fears of Fears considering the portal? *

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 15:05:33, in reply to "Rumors of Fears considering the portal"

Rumors of Fears doing a cover album of Fleetwood Mac songs?

Fleetwood Mac doing a cover of the entire Fear of Music album.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on March 24, 2026, 15:09:21, in reply to "Fears of Fears considering the portal? *"

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Rumors of Fears doing a cover album of Fleetwood Mac songs?

You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Tusk, in its entirety, with the pauses as Lindsey Buckin'am intended!*

Posted by Sammich <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Sammich' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 15:11:28, in reply to "Fleetwood Mac doing a cover of the entire Fear of Music album.* "

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Rumors of Fears doing a cover album of Fleetwood Mac songs?

I want to break it up
I want to smash it up
I want to #### it up
I want to watch it come down

That's Second Hand News!*

Posted by ATL <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ATL' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 15:20:26, in reply to "Tusk, in its entirety, with the pauses as Lindsey Buckin'am intended!*"

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Rumors of Fears doing a cover album of Fleetwood Mac songs?

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

maybe Iowa/Nebraska fans stick around to root against (?) Houston?

Posted by memyselfandillini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=memyselfandillini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 13:16:20, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

Big ten fans should roam Houston in giant packs, frothy and snarling.

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RIP to Bill Self as a head coach

Posted by KCWildcat <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=KCWildcat' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 12:55:55, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

Rumblings he will retire.

I don’t think Underwood is going there, but seeing the KSU clowns if he took that job

Posted by GMAW <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=GMAW' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 15:06:57, in reply to "RIP to Bill Self as a head coach"

is almost worth it.

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Rumblings he will retire.

You could make a strong case for KSU having the most delusional fanbase in the country*

Posted by Sounder <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Sounder' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 15:17:54, in reply to "I don’t think Underwood is going there, but seeing the KSU clowns if he took that job"

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is almost worth it.

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Rumblings he will retire.

We gotta be good at something*

Posted by KCWildcat <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=KCWildcat' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 20:41:06, in reply to "You could make a strong case for KSU having the most delusional fanbase in the country*"

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is almost worth it.

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Rumblings he will retire.

McCasland seems like such a natural replacement there*

Posted by CWR10 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CWR10' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 14:33:43, in reply to "RIP to Bill Self as a head coach"

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Rumblings he will retire.

Agreed. I think he’s #2 after TJ. Then Schertz

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 14:35:41, in reply to "McCausland seems like such a natural replacement there*"

But who knows maybe Billy D being on the market throws a wrench into all of this.

I really don't think Donovan wants to go back to CBB*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 14:58:55, in reply to "Agreed. I think he’s #2 after TJ. Then Schertz"

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But who knows maybe Billy D being on the market throws a wrench into all of this.

"Jacque Vaughn Is Imminent"

Posted by KCWildcat <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=KCWildcat' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 14:35:14, in reply to "McCausland seems like such a natural replacement there*"

Mmmmm ok

"I'm hearing it's Mark Turgeon"

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 14:36:46, in reply to ""Jacque Vaughn Is Imminent""

is what I said when I went on KU boards during the Self saga pretending to be a Kansas fan.

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Mmmmm ok

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Is there anything new or just the same stuff being rehashed as the last few days?*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 13:48:01, in reply to "RIP to Bill Self as a head coach"

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Rumblings he will retire.

"Insiders" between the Kansas schools talking, I presume*

Posted by KCWildcat <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=KCWildcat' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 13:50:49, in reply to "Is there anything new or just the same stuff being rehashed as the last few days?*"

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Rumblings he will retire.

One season of Darryn Peterson's full-body cramps sent him into retirement*

Posted by OrangeSox <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OrangeSox' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 13:30:49, in reply to "RIP to Bill Self as a head coach"

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Rumblings he will retire.

Had to deal with AJ Storr the year before. Hunter Dickenson. *

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 13:56:47, in reply to "One season of Darryn Peterson's full-body cramps sent him into retirement* "

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Rumblings he will retire.

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

I swear if Underwood goes to KU...*

Posted by KCWildcat <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=KCWildcat' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 13:29:18, in reply to "RIP to Bill Self as a head coach"

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Rumblings he will retire.

nah.*

Posted by cpsteine <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=cpsteine' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 15:11:04, in reply to "I swear if Underwood goes to KU...*"

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Rumblings he will retire.

I don't see them hiring a 62 year old for that job*

Posted by Sounder <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Sounder' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 13:33:24, in reply to "I swear if Underwood goes to KU...*"

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Rumblings he will retire.

Agreed. Kind of the same pool as UNC. Otzelberger, Lloyd, Byington.**

Posted by Chicago1995 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Chicago1995' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 13:38:01, in reply to "I don't see them hiring a 62 year old for that job*"

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Rumblings he will retire.

Wouldn't be a surprise*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 13:15:48, in reply to "RIP to Bill Self as a head coach"

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Rumblings he will retire.

Just his toupee on the banner in the rafters?

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 13:07:50, in reply to "RIP to Bill Self as a head coach"

Among the best ever. Still curious how things would have changed had he stayed a little longer*

Posted by UofIL6 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=UofIL6' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 12:58:37, in reply to "RIP to Bill Self as a head coach"

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Rumblings he will retire.

Two natties, four final fours

Posted by Sounder <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Sounder' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 14:07:21, in reply to "Among the best ever. Still curious how things would have changed had he stayed a little longer*"

honestly, I would have thought he would have more.

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Rumblings he will retire.

Coach Guenther fires him after NCAA probation

Posted by Poldark <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Poldark' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 13:09:41, in reply to "Among the best ever. Still curious how things would have changed had he stayed a little longer*"

due to Charlie V recruitment.

Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"After Austin Peay, we deserved one of these"

Skyy trying to get a redshirt for his year here:

Posted by Chuck Woodaby <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Chuck+Woodaby' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 23, 2026, 16:33:15, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

https://x.com/aaron_heisen/status/2036137686231294343

Probably consulting with Mark Smith on the appropriate Underwood grievance.

Imagine being Mark Smith and missing out on NIL money.*

Posted by gullit <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gullit' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 9:07:31, in reply to "Skyy trying to get a redshirt for his year here:"

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https://x.com/aaron_heisen/status/2036137686231294343

Probably consulting with Mark Smith on the appropriate Underwood grievance.

I wonder what Kofi and Giorgi thought the year after they left. *

Posted by Tuscy <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Tuscy' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 9:58:10, in reply to "Imagine being Mark Smith and missing out on NIL money.* "

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https://x.com/aaron_heisen/status/2036137686231294343

Probably consulting with Mark Smith on the appropriate Underwood grievance.

"I wouldn't mind the DP here." - jumpingdan

Kofi turned down like a mil to play here.

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 12:03:03, in reply to "I wonder what Kofi and Giorgi thought the year after they left. *"

Shitty family handler

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https://x.com/aaron_heisen/status/2036137686231294343

Probably consulting with Mark Smith on the appropriate Underwood grievance.

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

$3M over 2 years. *

Posted by illinijohn <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illinijohn' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 20:44:07, in reply to "Kofi turned down like a mil to play here. "

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Shitty family handler

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https://x.com/aaron_heisen/status/2036137686231294343

Probably consulting with Mark Smith on the appropriate Underwood grievance.

They should both come back. IIRC they both had one more year of eligibility.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on March 24, 2026, 10:12:04, in reply to "I wonder what Kofi and Giorgi thought the year after they left. *"

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https://x.com/aaron_heisen/status/2036137686231294343

Probably consulting with Mark Smith on the appropriate Underwood grievance.

You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Assuming you're joking about the Underwood grievance but didn't he basically tell White to transfer

Posted by ATL <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ATL' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 8:40:04, in reply to "Skyy trying to get a redshirt for his year here:"

to Illinois ahead of last season?

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https://x.com/aaron_heisen/status/2036137686231294343

Probably consulting with Mark Smith on the appropriate Underwood grievance.

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

It's more a reference to Mark Smith throwing Underwood under the racist bus to get a NCAA waiver.*

Posted by Chuck Woodaby <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Chuck+Woodaby' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 9:10:25, in reply to "Assuming you're joking about the Underwood grievance but didn't he basically tell White to transfer "

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to Illinois ahead of last season?

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https://x.com/aaron_heisen/status/2036137686231294343

Probably consulting with Mark Smith on the appropriate Underwood grievance.

Arizona State is stealing Randy Bennett from Saint Mary's*

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 23, 2026, 15:32:26, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Wait until they find out it's really Herb Sendek in disguise

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 23, 2026, 15:47:15, in reply to "Arizona State is stealing Randy Bennett from Saint Mary's* "

Sendek in disguise: with glasses.

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 23, 2026, 16:25:01, in reply to "Wait until they find out it's really Herb Sendek in disguise "

Sadly, 90% here won't get that one*

Posted by RSMBob <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RSMBob' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 23, 2026, 16:29:21, in reply to "Sendek in disguise: with glasses. "

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LOL, I doubt there's more than a half-dozen. (Maybe that is 10% these days?) *

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 8:32:48, in reply to "Sadly, 90% here won't get that one*"

Seems like a lot of the veterans don't show up here any more. :-/

it was a pretty popular song*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 8:35:57, in reply to "LOL, I doubt there's more than a half-dozen. (Maybe that is 10% these days?) *"

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Seems like a lot of the veterans don't show up here any more. :-/

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I think this says a lot about where the future of mid major basketball is going*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 23, 2026, 15:32:57, in reply to "Arizona State is stealing Randy Bennett from Saint Mary's* "

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The WCC in particular with Gonzaga's departure*

Posted by illini222 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini222' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 23, 2026, 16:31:24, in reply to "I think this says a lot about where the future of mid major basketball is going*"

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Drink Everytime Brad Underwood says "Elite" in a press conference.

Kwame Evans (Oregon). Would be a really nice pairing with Mirkovic.

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 23, 2026, 15:31:07, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/stats/_/id/4683769/kwame-evans-jr

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

TIFWLIW, a Loyalty insider says the Illini staff has no interest.

Posted by Kajagoogoo <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Kajagoogoo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 23, 2026, 15:35:09, in reply to "Kwame Evans (Oregon). Would be a really nice pairing with Mirkovic."

Yeah, yeah. "Loyalty" forum. Bwahahahahahahaha!!! But they've gotten quite a few things right in the transfer portal and coaching search threads, so there's that.

Cincinnati gonna take the Utah State coach

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 23, 2026, 15:15:18, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

https://x.com/jeffborzello/status/2036174513117798762

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Ethan Roberts (Penn leading scorer)

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 23, 2026, 13:43:56, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/stats/_/id/5108811/ethan-roberts

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

He's now had two concussions.

Posted by illini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 23, 2026, 14:35:22, in reply to "Ethan Roberts (Penn leading scorer)"

Hopefully six months off gets him right but that would give me some pause.

6'5" and 190 lbs! String bean. Adam Fletcher would get him to 215 lbs*

Posted by ibdoc <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ibdoc' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 23, 2026, 14:35:07, in reply to "Ethan Roberts (Penn leading scorer)"

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https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/stats/_/id/5108811/ethan-roberts

He’s from Arlington Heights*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 23, 2026, 14:31:40, in reply to "Ethan Roberts (Penn leading scorer)"

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https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/stats/_/id/5108811/ethan-roberts

If Jake were to leave, sure. He can fill that role. But I hope we keep Jake.

Posted by Kajagoogoo <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Kajagoogoo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 23, 2026, 13:47:34, in reply to "Ethan Roberts (Penn leading scorer)"

Vaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaks*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 17, 2026, 16:29:12, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Sounds like he'll command Andrej money. Just FYI.

Posted by Kajagoogoo <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Kajagoogoo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 17, 2026, 15:15:46, in reply to "Basketball transfer portal thread"

What was Andrej money?

Posted by EffinIllini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=EffinIllini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 8:43:57, in reply to "Sounds like he'll command Andrej money. Just FYI."

Not sure I ever heard / didn't pay attention / forgot.

probably Dinar*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 24, 2026, 12:06:38, in reply to "What was Andrej money?"

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Not sure I ever heard / didn't pay attention / forgot.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Kinda wondering if going after top freshmen and 2nd tier transfers isn't the model...

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 17, 2026, 15:34:50, in reply to "Sounds like he'll command Andrej money. Just FYI."

...obviously, Wagler was a huge stroke of luck, but the NCAA is littered with great freshmen... but transfers demand massive stacks, and I'm just kind of wondering if the Marcus Domask pool isn't the right place to swim.

IDK... there's a million ways to slice it.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

As of last summer, everyone's goal was pay for retention...

Posted by LWillhite <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=LWillhite' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 17, 2026, 15:49:44, in reply to "Kinda wondering if going after top freshmen and 2nd tier transfers isn't the model..."

...and you save by finding relatively inexpensive freshmen such as the ones the Illini have signed these last few years.

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build a roster. the advantage of the transfer portal is you have data on how the kids, regardless of

Posted by John Coctostan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=John+Coctostan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 17, 2026, 15:48:45, in reply to "Kinda wondering if going after top freshmen and 2nd tier transfers isn't the model..."

recruit ranking or where they played. you know how they fit in college and how their game is and where you can maybe get more out of them

find the right guys that will work together.

I’m guessing this kid will be considered a top 10 transfer, so I wouldn’t call him 2nd tier.*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 17, 2026, 15:39:07, in reply to "Kinda wondering if going after top freshmen and 2nd tier transfers isn't the model..."

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Yeah I meant that we shouldn’t overpay… should’ve clarified.

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 17, 2026, 15:43:53, in reply to "I’m guessing this kid will be considered a top 10 transfer, so I wouldn’t call him 2nd tier.*"

My intent was we shouldn’t just jump into bidding wars for guys who will be priced so high when you can get 2 guys for the same number who can produce more.

In theory.

But I can see it both ways. Yaxel was worth every penny to Michigan of course.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

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