Poll: What Recruits Are A Must Get

[Coldstream]

If we could only sign TWO more players, who do you hope they are?

P.S. I created this poll after reading Blue_N_White's post in Wish List (http://www.wildcatnation.net/forum/showthread.php?t=40037) thread. I thought it would interesting to see a poll.

[rockyone]

Has everybody forgot the walk ons. Nobody has mentioned Sloan, i saw a clip on him and he`s a very good player.The others i haven`t seen a clip yet.

[Coldstream]

Has everybody forgot the walk ons. Nobody has mentioned Sloan, i saw a clip on him and he`s a very good player.The others i haven`t seen a clip yet.

I'm only interested in scholarship players as they will likely play huge roles on the team in terms of minutes played. We also have needs that need to be addressed (scoring, inside threat, etc.).

[Ukosumu]

If we could only sign TWO more players, who do you hope they are?

P.S. I created this poll after reading Blue_N_White's post in Wish List (http://www.wildcatnation.net/forum/showthread.php?t=40037) thread. I thought it would interesting to see a poll.

I told Blue_N_White this would be could poll question. See how smart I am. :icon_lol:

[matt colvin]

To me, Harrelson is the guy who would have the most impact next season. I'd like a guy like Majok, who has immense upside. McCoy would be great get if we don't land others, but that's getting crowded with Jasper, Liggins, and Galloway.

I voted Harrelson first, Flemings second. Flemings is the immediate impact scorer we need next year to compliment Meeks, but he seems like a longshot at best with regard to qualifying.

[bluebayou]

To me, Harrelson is the guy who would have the most impact next season. I'd like a guy like Majok, who has immense upside. McCoy would be great get if we don't land others, but that's getting crowded with Jasper, Liggins, and Galloway.

I voted Harrelson first, Flemings second. Flemings is the immediate impact scorer we need next year to compliment Meeks, but he seems like a longshot at best with regard to qualifying.

I don't think he is too much of a long shot, or we wouldn't be still recruiting him.

[crazzedcats22]

Flemings and Matok, a great inside duo who could give us a much needed big man prescence

[Catdaddy]

Harrelson and Flemings, satisfies the inside presence issue, and both provide much needed Offense, get these two and we could have a very good year.

[matt colvin]

I don't think he is too much of a long shot, or we wouldn't be still recruiting him.

It's hard telling. Someone just posted that he is supposed to visit this weekend.

[Blue Heaven]

I voted for Flemings and Harrelson. They would be great additions to this team and if it unfolds this way, we can be a VERY dangerous squad next year. But I think we will be dangerous without them. A lot of fans are are underestimating Millers contributions. I think he will be a more than capable scorer next year.

[ibleedblue2]

Harrelson and Flemings, satisfies the inside presence issue, and both provide much needed Offense, get these two and we could have a very good year.

I would have to agree with Cat.Harrelson is my #1 pick along with Flemings close behind. I feel that with Josh, PPat would have an All_star season. That would free him up to create more. We could be a very dangerous team next season. I see us rising back up. I'm excited!!!!:beer:

[wildcatnc]

Harrellson and McCoy/Flemings. Sutton or Majok would be fine too.

[ShivelyKatFan]

I voted for McCoy and Harrelson. Harrelson obviously for the inside presence and I love big guards and McCoy seems like he would be a great fit.

Riddle me this Cat Fan....what is it with big men shying away from the Big Blue? I don't understand this at all. If you are any good you will get playing time immediately at one of the top 5 historical programs in the history of college basketball. If you are a center with game and willing to work hard you are a lock to get lots of minutes. I've been asking this question for 3 years so it's not really a matter of who's coaching.

[Blue_N_White]

Great poll, Coldstream. :widcat: And thanks for mentioning the thread I started as well.

As of right now, this is too difficult for me to make a choice...especially for only two! Then...add the DeAndre Liggins situation being up in the air...and it becomes even more difficult.

Generally I like to see a guy play...or at least highlights and clips of him...before I make a decision like this. I'll be at the Derby Classic, and should have a little better idea afterward....but as of right now, I feel that the Cats need another shooter/scorer, which leads me to believe that either Jones or McCoy need to be one of the choices. And if Liggins is deemed to be academically ineligible...that makes the need for Jones or McCoy even that much more of importance.

And I'd really like to have Harrellson AND either Majok or Sutton...preferrably Majok. Harrellson sounds like he could contribute as early as the upcoming season...and Majok possibly as well. Sutton, OTOH, may be a little more of a project. He definitely needs to add some weight and bulk up a bit.

Flemings...just being honest here, but I really don't know. Never seen him play (or any highlights).....but if his ball handling skills are good enough that he could see some time at SG, and he has range on his jumper and can shoot it consistently enough to be a legit 3 point threat, then he could be an option as long as Liggins is eligible. But personally, I have a feeling that by the end of the year, Darius Miller will be firmly entrenched as the starter at the SF position.

Anyway, this is just my little two cents....but this is a great poll. Lemme think on it for a few more days and see where Liggins' status is before I cast my vote :icon_lol:

[dinka]

Check out new youtube clip of Ater Majok working out.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GgttPaJhapo
Looks like he has decent skills inside and out. Is the Derby Classic on ESPN?

[Ukosumu]

I told Blue_N_White this would be could poll question. See how smart I am. :icon_lol:


Don't you just hate when you return to a thread that you have posted in and read the jibberish you typed. :shock::shrug1:.....:icon_redface:

[poodoo]

FWIW, my feminine intuition keeps telling me that we BADLY need Mr. Majok. :icon_mrgreen: Besides his athletic skills, he is reportedly a "great guy," and I surely got that impression from watching an interview of him. Cat fans would fall in love with him. :) Of course, I'm just hoping that they SHOW THE LOVE at the Derby Classic --to Majok, McCoy, and Sutton.

By the way, I read in one article that Mr. Majok would be in the top ten if he had played in America, instead of Australia. Something Coach surely likes is that he is considered an unselfish, "team" player. I'm anxious to read what fans think of Majok and McCoy, in particular, after their performances in the Derby Classic. :)

Too, Harrelson is certainly most appealing. In regard to Flemings, I've been told that he is interested in the NBA (besides possible qualifications issues that some of you have mentioned). It's all exciting. We'll eventually see whom we actually add to the Wildcat roster. :)

[DCWildcat]

If we could get 3, McCoy, Flemings, and Harrelson would make this a tremendous class. Really everybody in the poll question is a good get at this point.

[Blue_N_White]

That's not a bad three, DCWildcat. Personally, I think I'd rather have 2 big men and McCoy than Flemings and 1 big guy, but still, that list looks strong. I hate to say this...but I wish that scholarship that went to Galloway had gone to Flemings, and we were looking at a draft class of DeAndre Liggins, Darius Miller, Roderick Flemings, Paul McCoy, Ater Majok and Josh Harrellson. (HEY...it never hurts to dream...right?)

But the more I research these players, and the more I think about it....the more I lean towards wanting these three:

Paul McCoy, Ater Majok and Josh Harrellson.

Flemings isn't as much of a priority to me, because the Cats have plenty of 6'6" wing players, and I think that Miller could provide the scoring punch to compliment Patterson by season's end. Of course, in a perfect world...Liggins would have already qualified, and the scholarship that went to Galloway would have gone to Flemings...but since it's not a perfect world....

But Liggins does look like he has the ability to be a scorer when necessary. So as of now, I'm liking the following:

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Paul McCoy

I saw that ESPN had McCoy rated 85 (which is pretty good, according to their ratings system), AND they had him as their 17th overall rated PG for the '08 class. They say: "His upside is tremendous due to his athleticism (can get to the rim at will) and blossoming point guard skills."

http://sports.espn.go.com/ncb/recruiting/tracker/player?recruitId=45069&season=2008

I've read places that he DOES have a nice outside game and shot to compliment his ability to drive, penetrate and score inside. ESPN mentions that he actually is "more of a combo guard" (because of his scoring ability).

Scout.com has him as a 4 star prospect, and the #10 rated Point Guard in the '08 class. Rivals.com lists Kentucky atop his list of prospective schools, and that Paul is "excited about Kentucky trip" (Derby Classic/Lexington campus visit). If Liggins is ruled ineligible, McCoy becomes more of a NECESSITY than a want!

Ater Majok

I'm beginning to agree with poodoo regarding Majok.....the more that I see and hear about this kid. I think if he'd played in the states, he'd be a top 10 at either the PF or C position. His skill set screams out C to me, and methinks that he would be the perfect compliment inside to go along with Patterson. He looks like a 7'2" guy trapped inside a 6'10" body (and I think I read somewhere he has a 7'4" wing span). According to the clips I've seen and what I've read and heard.....he has nice ball handling and dribbling skills, a nice, soft jumper with range out to about 15 feet, and good inside skills and instincts. I like his low post moves, and the fact that he seems comfortable using either his right or left hand. I'm thinking he improves Kentucky's inside game tremendously...and almost instantly as well!

Josh Harrellson

They say you can't teach size...but this is the size I like. A thick body, with solid basketball skills. Not a skinny 7 foot something project that likely trips over his own feet! I like that he's a banger, but can also score from inside. And big guys who shoot over 70% from the line are an added bonus as well. Sounds like a fundamentally sound player, capable of providing key minutes and production, without being an embarrassment on the court (i.e. - Courey, Carter, etc.). I think his presense would mean more freedom for Mr. Patterson, with less double and triple teaming and banging on Patrick, etc.

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Anyway....that's how I'm seeing it right now. Subject to change, of course. If DeAndre is academically eligible, then there might not be as much of a need for McCoy, and Flemings could be substitued for him. But I'm beginning to like McCoy, the more I read and hear about him.

But I'm really looking forward to watching McCoy, Majok and the rest in the Derby Classic, to see in person how these guys stack up......

[DCWildcat]

Great writeup Blue_N_White.

Certainly, any of these players would be good additions. Still, too bad there's not another Patterson to grab late in the game.

[ukbob]

We need shooters and scorers. However, I would take my chances with what we have currently and add Majok and Harrelson any day. TREMENDOUS upside to both. We could dominte underneath on many teams and definitely hold our own with the UNC's of the world almost immediately, IMO.

Flemings has the scoring potential for sure and would be an awesome pickup. But Rivals reported that after he takes his visits and possibly following a committment, he is still going to the NBA camps to tryout. That makes me more than a little nervous.

Give me Patterson, Majok, Harrelson and Stevenson up front and I will dare you to bring that stuff in the paint.

[ibleedblue2]

I'm with you, but I would also like to see Flemings or McCoy in the lineup as well.

[Blue_N_White]

Great writeup Blue_N_White.

Certainly, any of these players would be good additions. Still, too bad there's not another Patterson to grab late in the game.

Thanks, DCWildcat...I appreciate that. :thumbup:

I agree. Another Patterson this late would be awesome...but I think I'd be happy if we could land at least 2, and hopefully 3 of these guys. Guess we'll have to keep our fingers crossed, hope for BCG to work his magic, and then find a way to make it work (as far as scholarships, eligibility, etc. goes)

I'm with you, but I would also like to see Flemings or McCoy in the lineup as well.

I agree. While I'd definitely like to see what ukbob was talkiing about in regards to Patterson, Majok, Harrelson and Stevenson become reality...I'd also like to add either McCoy or Flemings for scoring purposes. And it just SEEMS (could be wrong, but to me, just SEEMS) like Flemings would be the type to kind of have a Hopson-like attitude, and could be a one and done (i.e. - showcasing for the NBA) type player. Sounds like McCoy needs a little more polish to his game, and could be around a few years....and for that reason alone, I lean towards McCoy. That's my little two cents anyway.....

[Catligula]

Who do you guys think are the best two players, regardless of position? I'd guess Flemings and Majok, but I could be wrong.

[etstit2]

I voted flemings and Majok... i think flemings is an immediate help with the loss of scoring... might take Majok a few games go get into a groove but he has ALOT of potential. He can shoot threes and has a wingspan of 7'2"... could help ppat out immensely

[Blue_N_White]

Best case scenario would be to rid the roster of some of the Tubby leftovers and open up about a half dozen scholarships...to get every one of these guys! Too bad there is no "TRADING" in college. I'd send about half the roster packing to Minnesota and say "here ya go, Tubby, you forgot something on your way out"......

[teamchemistry09]

Best case scenario would be to rid the roster of some of the Tubby leftovers and open up about a half dozen scholarships...to get every one of these guys! Too bad there is no "TRADING" in college. I'd send about half the roster packing to Minnesota and say "here ya go, Tubby, you forgot something on your way out"......

How does 7 out of 10 threads always end up with someone bashing Tubby? We need to just have 1 thread about him and let everyone put their comments in there. Anywhere else is moved there. But it would be brutal :):):)

[poodoo]

How does 7 out of 10 threads always end up with someone bashing Tubby? We need to just have 1 thread about him and let everyone put their comments in there. Anywhere else is moved there. But it would be brutal :):):)

Good one. :icon_mrgreen: Then the ones who want to read such brutality :icon_mrgreen: would have it SO easy (although, on the other hand, the moderators themselves would have a rough job). :)

[crazzedcats22]

Who do you guys think are the best two players, regardless of position? I'd guess Flemings and Majok, but I could be wrong.

Two best players right now? Harrelson and Flemings, no question. Most upside/could evolve into the best player- probably Flemings and Majok.

[JWORLD]

Harrellson seems to be the top choice here, i wonder why??????:icon_lol::icon_lol:


Let's hope Billy can work his magic act and get this kid in UK blue very, very soon..................


Flemings and Atorek are a toss up.. Meeks,Jasper,Miller,Stewart hopefully?,Liggins if eligible, and Calloway should be able to fill any roles that Flemings can fill.....

[Bombastic Blue]

Check out new youtube clip of Ater Majok working out.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GgttPaJhapo
Looks like he has decent skills inside and out. Is the Derby Classic on ESPN?

Majok was one of the two that I chose. Still, I'm 51, fat, and out of shape, but I still look good on the floor by myself!

[Blue_N_White]

I cheated a litle (well, kind of a lot :icon_lol:). I couldn't just pick two...so I chose three: McCoy, Majok and Harrellson. Hopefully, SOMEHOW that becomes a reality (fingers crossed)......