Majok comments

[freethrow]

From these comments I get the feeling that UK's lack of being in the hunt for a title the last few years may keep us out of the picture for him. Hopefully he sees how Coach G is upgrading the roster to get us back there and will commit.

Said Smith: "He wants to sit down with the staff, Coach Calhoun, and see what their plans are, what the composition of this team next year will be, and compare it to everything he’s experienced with other schools. As of now, Ater’s previoius relationship with Andre does put UConn at an advantage. He’s seen Kentucky, Coach (Bill) Gillespie did a great job mapping out a plan for Ater, where he sees he’ll fit. Kentucky basketball is Kentucky basketball. Over there it’s horses and basketball. He was impressed by the whole layout of the landscape. I know that Ater does want an opportunity to become a professional, and he feels that winning is an important component of that. Winning championships, making championship runs is an important component of becoming a professional and knowing how to win."
http://emekanadavandcorny.blogspot.com/

[matt colvin]

freethrow, I had read that previously, and didn't really get that impression from the comments he made. I actually thought it sounded better for us, than worse. I read it as both UCONN and UK would give him that shot. :shrug1:

[Blue_N_White]

Didn't I just read and see somewhere that UCONN just signed a 7'1" big man? And don't they have another big man already on the roster? Seems like PT could be an issue for Ater if he went to UCONN.

And it also appears from what I also saw somewhere that he wants to be able to see significant PT practically right from the start....wherever he ends up. And I would think that Kentucky would give him that best opportunity for that.

And if a winning program is that important to him, hopefully Kentucky's 7 National Titles and winningest program in college hoops history was stressed to him by the coaching staff during his visit.

So I kind of agree with Matt...I think it's 50/50 right now, and maybe if Majok receives a huge, warm welcome ovation at the Derby Classic this weekend, he'll feel the love and see the enthusiasm that Kentucky fans have for hoops, and maybe that could swing him towards UK (fingers crossed)......

[freethrow]

I hope you are right, but did you see that he is also going to visit Kansas or UCLA? They both have the depth of talent now to make a lot of noise next year. :(

Edit: OOPS. Legion to ILL so edited that out.

[matt colvin]

if Majok receives a huge, warm welcome ovation at the Derby Classic this weekend, he'll feel the love and see the enthusiasm that Kentucky fans have for hoops, and maybe that could swing him towards UK (fingers crossed)......

I imagine that would help as much as anything.

From what I've read, his people's connections to UCONN might be tough to break, but it doesn't sound like he's a lock to go there either. I can't remember the exact connections.

[Blue_N_White]

I hope you are right, but did you see that he is also going to visit Kansas or UCLA? They both have the depth of talent now to make a lot of noise next year. Plus if it is Kansas you know that they will shove Legion in his face over and over and over. :(

And speaking of UCLA.....with Kevin Love announcing today that he will be entering the NBA draft this year....that probably won't help matters much for UK....:icon_frown:

[matt colvin]

I hope you are right, but did you see that he is also going to visit Kansas or UCLA? They both have the depth of talent now to make a lot of noise next year. Plus if it is Kansas you know that they will shove Legion in his face over and over and over. :(

Yeah, I didn't like the sound of his last visit choices. Especially with Love leaving.

[TrueblueCATfan]

I heard him tell Wave-3 Bob Domine that UK ..Kansas And Uconn are his top 3 choices.....and he loved his visit at UK last weekend..said he loved all the players and the staff
he never mentioned UCLA
Bob said you know the Big Blue faithful want you becasue they NEED a big man..that got a laugh

[westtncat]

DAMN!, at first I thought the title of the thread was Majok commits!

[blue35]

Didn't I just read and see somewhere that UCONN just signed a 7'1" big man? And don't they have another big man already on the roster? Seems like PT could be an issue for Ater if he went to UCONN.

And it also appears from what I also saw somewhere that he wants to be able to see significant PT practically right from the start....wherever he ends up. And I would think that Kentucky would give him that best opportunity for that.

And if a winning program is that important to him, hopefully Kentucky's 7 National Titles and winningest program in college hoops history was stressed to him by the coaching staff during his visit.

So I kind of agree with Matt...I think it's 50/50 right now, and maybe if Majok receives a huge, warm welcome ovation at the Derby Classic this weekend, he'll feel the love and see the enthusiasm that Kentucky fans have for hoops, and maybe that could swing him towards UK (fingers crossed)......

Here is the link to UCONN commits, doesn't show any 7'1 commits..:shrug1:

http://scouthoops.scout.com/a.z?s=75&p=9&c=8&cfg=bb&toinid=375&yr=2008

[blue35]

Here is the link to UCONN commits, doesn't show any 7'1 commits..:shrug1:

http://scouthoops.scout.com/a.z?s=75&p=9&c=8&cfg=bb&toinid=375&yr=2008

Found this quote on Chris Diggs blog....

"Also, UConn got a commitment from Chukwuma Okwandu, a 7-foot-1 center from Nigeria. He will sign a Letter of Intent this week or next season.":thumbup::thumbup:

[Ky KiD]

Forget Majok if he comes great but right now Harrelson will do much better for us. Clarence Trent would be the guy we will be after if things go ok with his academics http://www.videofiend.com/Clarence-Trent-Mix-8933138.aspx
Good Video i think :icon_smile:

[wildcat74]

freethrow, I had read that previously, and didn't really get that impression from the comments he made. I actually thought it sounded better for us, than worse. I read it as both UCONN and UK would give him that shot. :shrug1:


I took the same out of that when I 1st saw it.

[bane]

DAMN!, at first I thought the title of the thread was Majok commits!

I had the same reaction haha

[hardwood2]

This all goes back to UK's perceived position in big time basketball at the present. It looks as though there will now be at least two scholarships, but the fact remains, if UK is preceived as the premier program, the premeir players would act on those two spots quickly. Majok sees himself as one of the best players in the '08 class and seems to be thinking UCONN will get him more exposure than UK. Now admittingly, that's some strange thinking and you wonder if the kid needs to educate himself a little more. But, bottom line is it's gonna take UK a few years to reach that point where if a scholarship is offered it will be considered an honor by the player.

[Blue_N_White]

Forget Majok if he comes great but right now Harrelson will do much better for us. Clarence Trent would be the guy we will be after if things go ok with his academics http://www.videofiend.com/Clarence-Trent-Mix-8933138.aspx
Good Video i think :icon_smile:

OK, well, first off...I'm not sure why you'd think that way or even how you can possibly tell that "Harrellson will do much better for Kentucky (than Majok)". Second, I'm not sure what Trent, a Power Forward in the '09 class, has to do with the fact that Kentucky badly needs a big man and center as of like...oh, yesterday! A 6'10" true center with a 7'4" wing span who plays with a defensive mindset and presence shouldn't be blown off simply because of any interest in a 6'7" Power Forward in a class a year from now who is primarily an offensive force....

[dinka]

here is a link of majok working out. he can go inside or out. i think he is a fit for any program that has a good big man like a Patterson or a Thabeet.
http://youtube.com/results?search_query=aj+majok&search_type=

[Siafu_Snafu]

OK, well, first off...I'm not sure why you'd think that way or even how you can possibly tell that "Harrellson will do much better for Kentucky (than Majok)". Second, I'm not sure what Trent, a Power Forward in the '09 class, has to do with the fact that Kentucky badly needs a big man and center as of like...oh, yesterday! A 6'10" true center with a 7'4" wing span who plays with a defensive mindset and presence shouldn't be blown off simply because of any interest in a 6'7" Power Forward in a class a year from now who is primarily an offensive force....
everyone is under the impression that harrellson could make an immediate impact whereas majok might take some work. i think thats what he was referring to.

[Siafu_Snafu]

Didn't I just read and see somewhere that UCONN just signed a 7'1" big man? And don't they have another big man already on the roster? Seems like PT could be an issue for Ater if he went to UCONN.

And it also appears from what I also saw somewhere that he wants to be able to see significant PT practically right from the start....wherever he ends up. And I would think that Kentucky would give him that best opportunity for that.

And if a winning program is that important to him, hopefully Kentucky's 7 National Titles and winningest program in college hoops history was stressed to him by the coaching staff during his visit.

So I kind of agree with Matt...I think it's 50/50 right now, and maybe if Majok receives a huge, warm welcome ovation at the Derby Classic this weekend, he'll feel the love and see the enthusiasm that Kentucky fans have for hoops, and maybe that could swing him towards UK (fingers crossed)......
youre right. its not on paper yet but they have a verbal from him. he has three years of eligibility left and has only been playing bball for a few years

http://theday.com/re.aspx?re=17cf71af-0d5c-4435-9e53-6d5138c1b8df

[poodoo]

So I kind of agree with Matt...I think it's 50/50 right now, and maybe if Majok receives a huge, warm welcome ovation at the Derby Classic this weekend, he'll feel the love and see the enthusiasm that Kentucky fans have for hoops, and maybe that could swing him towards UK (fingers crossed)......

Since Majok did not commit after his visit to UK, I think we need two things. One is that Kentucky fans really show him the LOVE tomorrow night (and I know you will help in that regard :)). The other is that Darius Miller and DeAndre Liggins really win him over and cause him to want to continue to play basketball with them. If Majok still takes those other visits after this weekend, I will be a little doubtful that he becomes a Cat. I surely HOPE it happens, though, and a later commitment could certainly still occur. :)

[Blue_N_White]

Since Majok did not commit after his visit to UK, I think we need two things. One is that Kentucky fans really show him the LOVE tomorrow night (and I know you will help in that regard :)). The other is that Darius Miller and DeAndre Liggins really win him over and cause him to want to continue to play basketball with them. If Majok still takes those other visits after this weekend, I will be a little doubtful that he becomes a Cat. I surely HOPE it happens, though, and a later commitment could certainly still occur. :)

Yes, poodoo...definitely. ;) You can count on me, and hopefully all the people sitting around and near me (through my encouragement) to let Ater know that he is very welcomed at the University of Kentucky and by it's fan base...:thumbup:

[DCWildcat]

Majok himself said perhaps a month ago that UConn was his leader, and is still probably the favorite. But I think we can get him.

[matt colvin]

Majok has lived in Sydney, Australia, since he moved from Egypt at age 11. UConn assistant coach Andre LaFleur played and coached in Australia for 11 years, then worked as school sports coordinator for the Sydney City Basketball Association. LaFleur is friends with Majok's coach, Ed Smith, and has been to Australia to meet Majok's parents.

Hold off on the frowns, UK fans. Even Smith confessed that he and Majok were dazzled by the love they felt in Louisville the last four days.

"The people were incredible," Smith said. "That's got to affect his decision a little. Ater is extremely competitive. He wants to win in everything he does. He wants to play at a school where they can win championships.

"He kept saying that basketball is like a religion here. He likes that. You have to have passion to be good in your sport."

Of course, the UK fans in the crowd of 10,193 were not the only folks recruiting Majok. He was teamed with UK recruit DeAndre Liggins in the two-on-two competition. Darius Miller, UK's other signee in this game, huddled with Majok, too.

"I told him he was a perfect fit for our team," Miller said.
Ater Majok is on Kentucky's radar -- and the NBA's.


http://www.courier-journal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080420/COLUMNISTS01/804200598/1002/SPORTS

[matt colvin]

Wow, I don't think we necessarily won him over though. UCONN still seems to be the leader. Let's just hope that he isn't blown away at UCONN or the other visit.

Also, kudos to Miller, lol.

[Ukosumu]

Also, kudos to Miller, lol.

:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

[poodoo]

Wow, I don't think we necessarily won him over though. UCONN still seems to be the leader. Let's just hope that he isn't blown away at UCONN or the other visit.



That is my impression, too, Matt. I'm suspecting his visit to UCONN needs not to go well. If that happens, then just maybe Majok cancels his other visits. I have BADLY wanted Majok to be a Cat since the first piece I read about him. I do think Miller and Liggins and the UK fans gave it their best. We'll have to wait and see.

In today's CJ, columnist Rick Bozich names Majok as one of the five Derby Classic players the NBA scouts were probably watching. He is one that could seemingly be an impact player. On the other hand, of course, Majok could be "one and done." Yes, I'd like that year or two or whatever to be spent with Patrick Patterson and the Cats.

[Blue_N_White]

That is my impression, too, Matt. I'm suspecting his visit to UCONN needs not to go well. If that happens, then just maybe Majok cancels his other visits. I have BADLY wanted Majok to be a Cat since the first piece I read about him. I do think Miller and Liggins and the UK fans gave it their best. We'll have to wait and see.

In today's CJ, columnist Rick Bozich names Majok as one of the five Derby Classic players the NBA scouts were probably watching. He is one that could seemingly be an impact player. On the other hand, of course, Majok could be "one and done." Yes, I'd like that year or two or whatever to be spent with Patrick Patterson and the Cats.

Honestly, poodoo....I concentrated on Majok a lot last night, and was impressed with his skill set....but he doesn't strike me as being a "one and done" type player. Not from what I saw. Now in HIS mind...if HE thinks that he's ready, and some agent or NBA scout are telling him he is, then obviously that's all that matters. But from an "everybody else seeing it and agreeing that he is ready" standpoint...I was thinking that he would need two, and possibly three years to be NBA ready. He still needs to fill out some, gain some upper body strength, and polish up his game a little (especially his low post moves). He wasn't a "dominating" presence inside (although he was A presence)...and he was going against other kids his age. I think he's a few years away.....Patterson is actually more NBA ready than Majok is right now. So I don't think that Ater's quite ready for the Tim Duncans and Kevin Garnetts of the world just yet....

[poodoo]

Honestly, poodoo....I concentrated on Majok a lot last night, and was impressed with his skill set....but he doesn't strike me as being a "one and done" type player. Not from what I saw. Now in HIS mind...if HE thinks that he's ready, and some agent or NBA scout are telling him he is, then obviously that's all that matters. But from an "everybody else seeing it and agreeing that he is ready" standpoint...I was thinking that he would need two, and possibly three years to be NBA ready. He still needs to fill out some, gain some upper body strength, and polish up his game a little (especially his low post moves). He wasn't a "dominating" presence inside (although he was A presence)...and he was going against other kids his age. I think he's a few years away.....Patterson is actually more NBA ready than Majok is right now. So I don't think that Ater's quite ready for the Tim Duncans and Kevin Garnetts of the world just yet....

I didn't mean that he would be ready for the NBA. Yet, all it takes is someone whispering in his ear, which seems to happen more often with big men. I would think that very unlikely, though, after one year. Most of all, yes, I still want him to become a Wildcat, regardless. :)

[Blue_N_White]

I didn't mean that he would be ready for the NBA. Yet, all it takes is someone whispering in his ear, which seems to happen more often with big men. I would think that very unlikely, though, after one year. Most of all, yes, I still want him to become a Wildcat, regardless. :)

I hear ya, and am in total agreement ;) :thumbup:

[wildcatdon]

Putting everything else aside,we have plenty of room for at least two more big men..Quit worrying about Kevin Love and those other boys going to other schools..Patterson and Stevenson are all we have..Majok would probably start at UK next year..We have no depth with any size that is any good..Tubby Smith is what got us into this position and Billy will have to dig us out...We need backups and quality ones at that,at each position on the front line...

[teamchemistry09]

Putting everything else aside,we have plenty of room for at least two more big men..Quit worrying about Kevin Love and those other boys going to other schools..Patterson and Stevenson are all we have..Majok would probably start at UK next year..We have no depth with any size that is any good..Tubby Smith is what got us into this position and Billy will have to dig us out...We need backups and quality ones at that,at each position on the front line...

Yet another Tubby bash

[crazzedcats22]

Yet another Tubby bash

Correction, "Yet another stupid, completely useless, no poin Tubby bash."

Amazing!! When are people going to let it go???

[katfantoo]

Sometimes the lack of a response speaks louder ? :shrug1:
In any event sure would look good to have that Majok kid on our team, I heard him in an interview and his desire to compete and WIN ! was definatly the kind of player we want associated with Kentucky basketball

/
Kentuckian by Birth ,
Cat Fan by the Grace of God
:widcat:

[ChrisB60]

Putting everything else aside,we have plenty of room for at least two more big men..Quit worrying about Kevin Love and those other boys going to other schools..Patterson and Stevenson are all we have..Majok would probably start at UK next year..We have no depth with any size that is any good..Tubby Smith is what got us into this position and Billy will have to dig us out...We need backups and quality ones at that,at each position on the front line...

Stating the obvious, but I do agree!

[wildcatdon]

You boys can call it what you want but its the truth and hits you right in the face..Tubby [edited for violation of posting rules]this program and now we have to get back on track..If you love him so much,you have the minnesota boards you can go to..I care about the Cats and only the CATS and resent what he did..Sing whatever song you want,I dont care..

[matt colvin]

I hate to have to say this because I almost feel like I'm overmoderating, but......


This thread is about Ater Majok, the high level prospect for 2008. It is not about Tubby or anything relating to the past actions in our program. This thread is for questions, info, opinions, and discussion about Ater Majok.

Please do not high jack this thread anymore. It just creates useless garbage that many people do not want to have to sift through in order to get info. etc.

If you'd like to discuss something else, GREAT! But there are other places for that.

Thank you for your anticipated understanding.

[Ukosumu]

I hate to have to say this because I almost feel like I'm overmoderating, but.......

Job well done...:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

[Blue_N_White]

Is this upcoming weekend supposed to be Majok's weekend to visit Connecticut?

And if so....I wonder what the chances are that he will announce sometime early next week? And cancel his remaining visits?

I've gotta think that if he contiunues his visits to Kansas, etc., then that could bode well for Kentucky. I would think that if he announces after going back to UCONN...that it will defintiely be UCONN. But if he doesn't announce then, and he continues with his visits....then perhaps he might not be sold on UCONN, and that could bode well for UK.

It's disappointing that he didn't commit to Kentucky after (or during) this weekend...but I still think there's about a 50/50 chance UK lands him. The last time that Majok visited UCONN...he hadn't been to UK. UCONN hadn't also signed another big man (Okwandu). So he might go back, not remember it the same....not be as impressed after coming to Lexington...and might have a different frame of mind after UCONN signed another big man.

So while it is more of a long shot than what I think we're all comfortable with...I still think it's a possibility.....

[westtncat]

Most likely what will happen is after UCONN signs a major big man and its obvious that UK is a chance for immediate playing time he will still sign with UCONN and then they will be 3 or 4 deep at the center position and we will be lacking. Seems in the past some big men would rather sit on the bench than play at UK. Completely blows my mind!

[poodoo]

Thank you, "SUPER moderator" Matt Colvin. Perfectly stated.

It would MAKE MY DAY if Ater Majok were to sign with the Cats. Again, I really think the UCONN visit needs to go not so well. We'll see.

[hardwood2]

His coach/handler was quoted in the Lex Hearald as saying he may not be good enough to play at UK. Yet they seem to think he is good enough to play in the NBA. Are they really saying he's not good enough to shine in the SEC and may not be able to go to the NBA early?

[JWORLD]

Hypothetically speaking, could Majok be the next Kevin Durant?

If so, could you imagine Harrellson at Center, Patrick at PF,Majok at SF, Meeks at SG, and Liggins or Galloway or McCoy at the point provided Jasper leaves.....................

If this were to happen and pan out, i will officially start talking ****.

[KYISSUPREME]

Hypothetically speaking, could Majok be the next Kevin Durant?

No. He's nowhere near that class of talent. Not knocking him, but he's just not. JMO. But, let me add that he is very good, and would LOVE it if he signed with the 'Cats. :widcat:

[Will Lavender]

No. He's nowhere near that class of talent. Not knocking him, but he's just not. JMO. But, let me add that he is very good, and would LOVE it if he signed with the 'Cats. :widcat:

I don't know. Majok's talent level based on what I saw -- granted, it was one game -- was exceptionally high.

What made Durant the player he was was his ability to hit the outside shot. Majok showed that he can do that. If you're that big and that athletic, you can be a big-time game-changer in college basketball if you can hit jumpshots.

I'm not going to put him in Durant's camp yet, but I will say that he is a similar type of player. "Nowhere near that class of talent"? Wholeheartedly disagree.

[JWORLD]

I don't know. Majok's talent level based on what I saw -- granted, it was one game -- was exceptionally high.

What made Durant the player he was was his ability to hit the outside shot. Majok showed that he can do that. If you're that big and that athletic, you can be a big-time game-changer in college basketball if you can hit jumpshots.

I'm not going to put him in Durant's camp yet, but I will say that he is a similar type of player. "Nowhere near that class of talent"? Wholeheartedly disagree.


I like his upside and how he could be used as a SF only if he can hit the three and mid range jumper....................

[KYISSUPREME]

I don't know. Majok's talent level based on what I saw -- granted, it was one game -- was exceptionally high.

What made Durant the player he was was his ability to hit the outside shot. Majok showed that he can do that. If you're that big and that athletic, you can be a big-time game-changer in college basketball if you can hit jumpshots.

I'm not going to put him in Durant's camp yet, but I will say that he is a similar type of player. "Nowhere near that class of talent"? Wholeheartedly disagree.

To be fair, I have only seen him once. He was impressive. But Durant-esque? We will have to agree to disagree. His offensive game isn't even close. And I probably shouldn't have said talent. Skilled is probably a better word. Majok has great potential. And he looked great last weekend, and again, would LOVE to sign him. But he just doesn't have Durant's game. Yet. Who knows what the future holds? Not me. He might wind up the best ever. I just don't see it. JMO. Let's see how he looks next year, and revisit this one then. If he wins the Naismith or Wooden award, I will be shocked. My point is this: let's not get ahead of ourselves by comparing this guy to former mvp's after watching one high school all-star game. It's not fair to Majok.

[Will Lavender]

To be fair, I have only seen him once. He was impressive. But Durant-esque? We will have to agree to disagree. His offensive game isn't even close. And I probably shouldn't have said talent. Skilled is probably a better word. Majok has great potential. And he looked great last weekend, and again, would LOVE to sign him. But he just doesn't have Durant's game. Yet. Who knows what the future holds? Not me. He might wind up the best ever. I just don't see it. JMO. Let's see how he looks next year, and revisit this one then. If he wins the Naismith or Wooden award, I will be shocked. My point is this: let's not get ahead of ourselves by comparing this guy to former mvp's after watching one high school all-star game. It's not fair to Majok.

Very true.

Absolutely not even close to Durant skill-wise.

But given his frame and his athleticism, he might have more upside. I see him as a guy who will put up solid numbers as a freshman, perhaps nothing extraordinary. But when he gets a bit older, that will be when he will become a great player. It's just tremendously hard to guard that kind of size when it can run the floor and take the ball away from the basket like that kid can do. Once he polishes those facets of his game, the sky's the limit.

[Adolph Rollingover]

Where has Majok been the last two recruiting seasons? I have not seen him play, but reading this board he sounds like Kevin Love. Is he at that level righ now, or a keith VanHorn type who progresses over time? ( iposted this in the wrong thread earlier)

[poodoo]

Again, from the very first article I had read about Ater Majok, a while back, I had badly wanted Majok to become a Cat. He has been #1 on my list for a long time. What some of you are saying after actually seeing him play on the court certainly makes me continue to feel the same.

I admit that I am concerned about the UCONN connections. Yet, I'm just hoping Majok is unimpressed enough this weekend to decide to commit to the Cats, not even taking any more visits. While that's unlikely, it COULD happen. FWIW, I'm still keeping my fingers crossed. :)

[Blue_N_White]

Where has Majok been the last two recruiting seasons? I have not seen him play, but reading this board he sounds like Kevin Love. Is he at that level righ now, or a keith VanHorn type who progresses over time? ( iposted this in the wrong thread earlier)

Majok is really nothing like Kevin Love. The only area where that's a valid comparison is in shooting range. Love and Majok are both excellent shooters with excellent range on their jump shots. But Josh Harrellson would be a little better comparison to (a poor man's) Love, and not just from the racial aspect. Love is thick, Harrellson is thick, Majok is thin. Love is not a leaper, Harrelsson is not a leaper, Majok IS a leaper. Love is fundamental, Harrellson is fundamental, Majok is a little less fundamental but more athletic. Neither Love nor Harrellson are great shot blockers, while Majok has that ability. Love and Harrellson are both good (Love GREAT) passers, Majok doesn't appear to be a guy who likes to give up the ball (LOL).

In the Sutton thread...I gave my thoughts and opnions on Majok's game, and who he is comparable to in today's NBA. Somehow the thread turned into a discussion on Majok in a thread about Sutton, but since it did I responded with my thoughts on Ater's game.

Speaking of Sutton...while Majok is #1 on my wish list, and Harrellson #2....I would be fine with Sutton, if either Majok or Harrellson decide to go elsewhere. But like I've been saying all along...the key will be landing two of these three big men. One helps a little...two helps A BUNCH!

[RCS]

Durant was also a fantastic rebounder in college. He had a bunch of double doubles and if I recall he averaged nearly 10 a game. I don't think Majok is near the rebounder Durant is. Durant was the most skilled guy I have seen in college in a long, long time and has an almost limitless upside. I like Majok but lets not get carried away here. Regardless, he would be a great get and would be a fantastic complement to Patterson and would really help take some pressure off of Patrick.