Help Wanted: Graduate Transfer PG

[freewillie07]

With Brown's departure, and Collins seemingly knowing it for a while, I hope the coaching staff has some point guard targets in the grad transfer market. Nothing else makes sense -- it's mostly too late to grab an uncommitted senior, NU has a senior and junior at center and enough wings to go around. But if Lathon takes more time to develop than expected, or if he/Ash go down with an injury, NU is SOL at point (lead) guard.

Anyone who has rock-solid handles and passable court vision and 3-point shot is good enough for me. Maybe from the Ivy League, since they don't allow more than four years?

 

[CommodoresAndCats]

Larry Austin Jr. is grad transferring from Vandy. He's not much of a shooter but can penetrate off the dribble and takes care of the ball.

 

[Wrestlerneverdiesasacatfan]

Screw that? Get a solid frosh and develop em!

 

[Alan Smithee]

We have one opening, possibly two, for someone who will jack up a shot at the slightest provocation. Not necessarily PG.

 

[acedog]

With Brown's departure, and Collins seemingly knowing it for a while, I hope the coaching staff has some point guard targets in the grad transfer market. Nothing else makes sense -- it's mostly too late to grab an uncommitted senior, NU has a senior and junior at center and enough wings to go around. But if Lathon takes more time to develop than expected, or if he/Ash go down with an injury, NU is SOL at point (lead) guard.

Anyone who has rock-solid handles and passable court vision and 3-point shot is good enough for me. Maybe from the Ivy League, since they don't allow more than four years?

Get Mark Smith.

 

[Sec.112]

I agree a solid point guard should be the priority, but I wouldn't be opposed to a solid big man either.

The only type of player who will have me screaming is a 'tweener who shoots 34%+ from three during a good game. The Cats have enough of those guys.

 

[JournCat]

Get Mark Smith.

On that bandwagon, but Smith couldn’t help us next season without a waiver of his transfer year.

 

[freewillie07]

On that bandwagon, but Smith couldn’t help us next season without a waiver of his transfer year.

Yep, it would be another situation like Turner was this year. Practicing but unable to play. I’d take Smith, for sure, but the scary-thin PG depth would still be an issue.

Vandy guy sounds intriguing.

I disagree with the comment that we need a high-volume shooter with Brown and Lindsey gone. I look forward to what I hope is a much more balanced, team-oriented offense with Law and Falzon taking 3s off screens, Pardon getting lots of touches and Lathon slashing to the basket.

 

[Jonny2TheP]

We are one of 136 schools talking to Evansville grad transfer, Ryan Taylor.

 

[Alan Smithee]

For the record, I didn't say that we need one or two high volume shooters, just that we have an opening or two for them. As you can guess, there was a bit of sarcasm intended.

 

[willycat]

We are one of 136 schools talking to Evansville grad transfer, Ryan Taylor.

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We need a list!

 

[IdahoAlum]

Here’s a list of D-1 transfers.
https://www.verbalcommits.com/transfers/Melvin Morgan

 

[WildcatWillie]

Wow. Keeping the list of potential transfers has become an industry in itself, hasn't it?

Interesting to read of the transfer intent of a Northwestern guard, one whose name isn't Brown.

 

[Catdude]

It looks like Aaron Calixte from Maine (same conference as powerhouse UMBC) is the best grad transfer PG currently available, though I’m sure that list will grow.

 

[freewillie07]

We are one of 136 schools talking to Evansville grad transfer, Ryan Taylor.

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Wow, who hasn't he heard from?

Scored 27 against the Sweet 16 bound Ramblers. Would be VERY happy to have him as a Lindsey replacement, but, again, doesn't help with the PG depth problem.

 

[freewillie07]

Some PGs:

Georgetown's Tre Campbell
http://thespun.com/big-east/georgetown/tre-campbell-hoyas-grad-transfer

Cornell's Wil Bathurst was forced into PG duty this year, it sounds like:
http://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/gamelog/_/id/3138246/wil-bathurst

Neither are high-impact like Taylor (or, potentially, Mark Smith for that matter).

 

[willycat]

Here’s a list of D-1 transfers.
https://www.verbalcommits.com/transfers/Melvin Morgan

Thanks.

 

[willycat]

Wow. Keeping the list of potential transfers has become an industry in itself, hasn't it?

Interesting to read of the transfer intent of a Northwestern guard, one whose name isn't Brown.

Looks like Johnnie still hasn't found a home.

 

[hdhntr1]

Screw that? Get a solid frosh and develop em!

Likely too later for that. GT would be better at this point. Also keeps classes more balanced.

 

[Jeffrey Cat]

Likely too later for that. GT would be better at this point. Also keeps classes more balanced.

Who knows. I think they have had a while to think about this. Who knows it could be a shooter from the Balkins or a rebounder from the Baltic States.

 

[willycat]

Who knows. I think they have had a while to think about this. Who knows it could be a shooter from the Balkins or a rebounder from the Baltic States.

Does Vedran have a younger brother?

 

[NJCat]

Does Vedran have a younger brother?

More like a son......

 

[NJCat]

Looks like Johnnie still hasn't found a home.

He still has a year of eligibility left, maybe CCC will invite him back!!!

 

[Katatonic]

The 'Cats could use a PG (even if Lathon impresses) or at least someone w/ a decent handle, but man, someone like Taylor would go a long way in solving those prolonged dry spells on O and struggles when the clock is running out.

Need a guy who can both create his own shot and is a high % shooter.

 

[acedog]

Again Smith. Underwood has stated he is free to transfer anywhere.

 

[NJCat]

Again Smith. Underwood has stated he is free to transfer anywhere.

Need a grad transfer. Will need another body next season with questions around Rap and Aaron, plus Ash and Law coming off surgeries.

 

[Wrestlerneverdiesasacatfan]

Did Ash have surgery? Where is link?

 

[freewillie07]

Brady Ellingson is transferring from Iowa and will be a grad transfer immediately eligible. Not much of a ball handler but quite a good 3-point shooter. Wouldn’t be my first choice but wouldn’t be the worst skillset to have coming off the bench.

Another (better) option might be Joseph Chartouny, a 6’3” guard from Fordham who has averaged double figures in each of his three seasons. Also 3.3 steals per game. Pretty sure he’s a grad transfer, so figures to be popular.

 

[hdhntr1]

Get Mark Smith.

He would have to sit for a year wouldn't he?

 

[hdhntr1]

We have one opening, possibly two, for someone who will jack up a shot at the slightest provocation. Not necessarily PG.

Two?

 

[NJCat]

Two?

I presume he is thinking about Rap's future after 2 shoulder surgeries and not playing competitive ball for 2 years......

 

[IdahoAlum]

Here's a kid who might be a good fit as a grad transfer, playing 8-10 minutes a game as backup PG. Started at USC-Upstate, averaged in double figures, 2-1 assist to turnover ratio, and shot 38 percent from three.

http://www.upstatespartans.com/sports/m-baskbl/2017-18/bios/cunningham_mike_tqq0

 

[freewillie07]

Here's a kid who might be a good fit as a grad transfer, playing 8-10 minutes a game as backup PG. Started at USC-Upstate, averaged in double figures, 2-1 assist to turnover ratio, and shot 38 percent from three.

http://www.upstatespartans.com/sports/m-baskbl/2017-18/bios/cunningham_mike_tqq0

I believe I saw something on Twitter about him, no mention of NU among the schools showing interest. But agree seems like a reasonable candidate.

 

[willycat]

He would have to sit for a year wouldn't he?

Yes and Illinois has already given him a clean release.

 

[mikewebb68]

Fordham? USC Upstate? Please tell me you guys are leveling.

 

[freewillie07]

Fordham? USC Upstate? Please tell me you guys are leveling.

Nice contribution.

 

[MysticCat]

Nice contribution.

As usual.

 

[haywood jahblowme]

Yes and Illinois has already given him a clean release.

i think you have to lose a year of eligibility AND not receive scholarship aid the next year. he would have to pay his own way

 

[willycat]

i think you have to lose a year of eligibility AND not receive scholarship aid the next year. he would have to pay his own way

yes, you need to sit out a year like all other transfers but don't think you lose a year of eligibility or are ineligible for schlorship any longer. Could be wrong.

 

[hdhntr1]

Fordham? USC Upstate? Please tell me you guys are leveling.

You are talking a grad transfer. These guys have a lot of playing experience and have likely grown since they came out of HS. A 5th year with plenty of playing experience would be a reasonable addition and more help than a raw Frosh that we could get at this point, especially since it balances out classes and only takes up a scholly for one year