Jalen Wilson
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Some chatter (could be idle right before the deadline) that he’s tempted to just pull the plug and go pro.
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@FarmerJayhawk said in Jalen Wilson:
Some chatter (could be idle right before the deadline) that he’s tempted to just pull the plug and go pro.
I would completely understand the decision if he did. I think it is hard to be motivated to come back after finishing on such a high. He’d have to be “the guy” on a team where he’ll have to build a lot of chemistry with all of the newcomers. Hard thing to do.
And I think he’s probably shown enough that someone will give him a shot. 2-way deal candidate imo. Helps a lot that he is a 4 who can shoot well enough from deep and handle the ball a bit. His ability to rebound AND start the break definitely translates well to the NBA.
It’ll be disappointing, but I also think it makes McCullar “fit” a lot better. Pretty much a plug in Jalen replacement.
Starters:
- Harris
- Ramey
- Freshman Wing
- McCullar
- Clemence
Bench:
- Freshman Wing
- Bobby
- Udeh
- KJ
- Yes
That’s my new guess on our 10 deep.
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@Kcmatt7 On one hand Jalen’s rebounding. On the other McCullar is kind of the perfect replacement for him 1 to 1. Also less tension with 5* FR wing minutes.
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@Kcmatt7 I’ll be shocked if he gets a 2-way deal. But I’ll be happy for him. He didn’t shoot to great at the combine. He does not want to come back and I’m not sure he has the same work ethic as Och? Do you guys?
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@Crimsonorblue22 even if he has the work ethic I’m not sure he has the same ability, just is what it is.
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@Kcmatt7 said in Jalen Wilson:
@Crimsonorblue22 even if he has the work ethic I’m not sure he has the same ability, just is what it is.
He is not an NBA player and I feel comfortable in saying this. Braun on the other hand I could see having a 10+ year career in the league.
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We should hear something on Jalen Wilson Within 5-6days
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I’ve kinda had this feeling. Have to agree with Kcmatt . I think for one he hs got the ultimate - - a National Championship , I just don’t think his stock can really improve ceiling wise for the pro’s if he comes back, really like the guy - -tough as nails on the boards , would hae to see him go - -BUT just kind of got a feeling , could very easily be wrong , just think if nothing else he goes over sea’s
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Can he make more than 500k while having a national pedestal to showcase his game anywhere other than Kansas?
If not he should stay.
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Could be movement on this today.
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Christan twitted out is anyone else interested in what J Wil decision is?
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Is there a roster spot for JWill?
I see Mosley withdrew from the combine, but hasn’t publicly committed yet.
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@Gorilla72 said in Jalen Wilson:
Is there a roster spot for JWill?
I see Mosley withdrew from the combine, but hasn’t publicly committed yet.
yes
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@BShark if Wilson has decided wouldn’t it be decent to tell coach? I know he’s in Texas.
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@Crimsonorblue22 said in Jalen Wilson:
@BShark if Wilson has decided wouldn’t it be decent to tell coach? I know he’s in Texas.
I’m sure Bill knows, lol.
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I’m 100% with @BShark
If your coach isn’t a mentor in this process, then you probably aren’t interested in playing for that coach again.
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Swain saying he is expected back still. Announcement by eod tomorrow.
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Today is the day, at some point.
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Today is the notification day. Announcement may be a day or two out?
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@Gorilla72 said in Jalen Wilson:
Today is the notification day. Announcement may be a day or two out?
Players have until the end of the day tomorrow, but I have it on good authority Jalen is putting out a statement today.
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He’s working out with the Bucks tonight. Then we’ll know.
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I’m still leaning towards him making the jump, but would be happy to see him back. It’s one of those things where, if you look at it from his perspective, he almost has to leave. But from KU’s perspective, its more of a benefit if he comes back. So I want him back, even if that’s not necessarily what is best for his career long term. As I noted before, he’s already fairly old for his class. If he returns, he almost has to leave after next season, regardless of how the season plays out, or he risks never really getting a shot in the NBA.
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@BShark said in Jalen Wilson:
@Gorilla72 said in Jalen Wilson:
Today is the notification day. Announcement may be a day or two out?
Players have until the end of the day tomorrow, but I have it on good authority Jalen is putting out a statement today.
No idea what’s going on with this. Trust who I heard it from but who knows at this point.
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@FarmerJayhawk sounding like he is gone.
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We should have taken a poll. This was 50/50 in my mind.
Hopefully he has some assurances that he’s going to be a second round pick… (I suspect, probably later in the second round).
But he will be livin’ the dream…
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Sorry but I still have to go with my gut. I just feel Jalen wants to go. I hate to see it but yet good for him. I DO NOT believe however he will be drafted , I just think he will end up over sea’s like so many others, the guy can make some money gonna be missed for sure because of his rebounding- - We will still be ok , open up one more scholi – be interesting who get’s it - -We figure McCullar has the one - -who has the other ?
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Yikes!
Hoping he returns for a lot of reasons as a KU fan. If he leaves best of luck to his professional career. His decision is paramount to the ceiling of next years team.
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@bskeet said in Jalen Wilson:
We should have taken a poll. This was 50/50 in my mind.
Hopefully he has some assurances that he’s going to be a second round pick… (I suspect, probably later in the second round).
But he will be livin’ the dream…
He is not draftable. But a guaranteed 2 way contract would do.
