'13 CT F Kuran Iverson (URI Commit)

rambone 78 · Unread post by **rambone 78** » 9 years ago

I'm guessing Rod's sources are pretty close to the situation.

rodfromcranston · Unread post by **rodfromcranston** » 9 years ago

The tweet is from a Memphis writer. I doubt he knows what happened here yesterday.

Unread post by **ATPTourFan** » 9 years ago

Rod's info is solid.

CT Rhody · Unread post by **CT Rhody** » 9 years ago

Great pickup and hopefully he pans out since you never really know with a kid like this. With one opening left for next year, we need a true inside presence now!

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 9 years ago

rodfromcranston wrote:The tweet is from a Memphis writer. I doubt he knows what happened here yesterday.

Yeah, I agree. Just posted it because it was the first info I had seen from a writer with any schools mentioned. They are always much more careful then we as fans need to be, and will usually only tell what they absolutely know to be true. The fact that he mentions URI as likely destination was pretty telling I thought.

BFC · Unread post by **BFC** » 9 years ago

eli#10 wrote:Where is Bill Koch in all this??

Complaining about attendance.

NJ03 · Unread post by **NJ03** » 9 years ago

So if we get Kuron we will have a Hurley, a Murray, and an Iverson. If nothing else at least we'll have the All Blood Lines Team.

Billyboy78 · Unread post by **Billyboy78** » 9 years ago

So, two questions now.....1. Is Kuron still on campus? 2. Does he start classes on Monday?

eli#10 · Unread post by **eli#10** » 9 years ago

Is this Iverson thing a done deal or what?? Can the school issue a press release or is everything shut down for the weekend? Is he still on campus or visiting UMass..........

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 9 years ago

I'm sure as soon as it is a done deal and official then we'll hear about it.

rambone 78 · Unread post by **rambone 78** » 9 years ago

I would expect an announcement by Dan or the school Monday.

I would think he would have something to say about it at the coach's show that night.

Normal last day of registration was today.

They are probably waiting on URI to accept the transcript. Hopefully there are no issues with that....

steveystuds06 · Unread post by **steveystuds06** » 9 years ago

http://www.nbadraft.net/players/kuran-iverson

NBA Comparison: Lamar Odom!... This would be a huge get!!!

bressler3south · Unread post by **bressler3south** » 9 years ago

Can the "Thread-Meister" please correct the spelling of Iverson's first name? (It's driving me to drink….)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pvn-tBe ... freload=10

A BRESSLER PRODUCTION

IN ASSOCIATION WITH EMOTICON ENTERPRISES

CTRamfan · Unread post by **CTRamfan** » 9 years ago

"Kuran"

1. He was a good student last year at Memphis, and it was reported he made Spring semester honors with a 3.3.
2. At Northwest Catholic [near Hartford], he was a 2 or 3 for his first three years there. I don't know what positions he played in his Senior Year at the prep school in Virginia or at Memphis. I watched him a number of times three years ago, and thinking back, ......decent handle, and nice jump shot. He moved well for a 6-8, 16 year old [at that time]. Build and agility reminded me of Orion Outerbridge. Offensive skills were as good as Orion's in his Senior year.
3. A lot to work with for the two years Hurley would have him for. The big question for me, would he be able to play with the defensive intensity the coach demands?

LeakLito · Unread post by **LeakLito** » 9 years ago

Hello everyone I'm a memphis tigers fan, a coach, and a big Kuran Iverson fan which is what brought me to this board, and i'd like to give you my insight on kuran.

Though i haven't seen them play in person i've every game i've been able to watch this season which is about 5-10 games. Attitude wise Kuran has always seemed a little mature, his sophomore year of high school he was the #1 player in his class which included players like Jabari Parker. I'm not 100% sure of the true cause of his transfer from memphis, but what i do know is us memphis fans were very excited to have him and we all believed that he was gonna be a big time player for us. As far as i know kuran has always been a good student, and is a player that i know wants to be good.

Game film break down
as you all know kuran is at least 6'8'' 200lbs, he might be a little taller then that, Memphis's PF Shaq Goodwin is at least 6'8''/6'9'' and I've seen him and kuran stand next to each other and kuran is definitely at least an inch taller then him. Also Kuran's wingspan is near 7'1'', so he has terrific size for a SF. As a senior in high school Kuran actually played PG for his squad, so he has a decent handle and is decent at getting to the spots he wants to on the floor. This year though left a lot to be desired. Kuran is a decent athlete and has decent all around ability at his size, but he is strictly a perimeter player. Comparing his high school highlights to his play this year you can tell there was a lack of confidence. This year i rarely saw Kuran take more then 2 dribbles when creating from the perimeter. He's afraid of contact most likely due to his lack of strength, he is still skinny. He has decent shot mechanics though he only made two 3-point shots this year. His best game for us came in garbage time vs Oklahoma state where he had 13pts 4rbs 1ast, on 4-7 shooting from the field and 1-2 from 3 all in just 13 minutes. Defensively kuran has the potential to stand out. On the college level he can guard the 2, 3, and 4. He uses he length well to effect passing lanes and had a solid amount of deflections this year. But hes lacking awareness. He still doesn't know hot to play team defense, there were multiple times this year he'd be caught "ball watching" and his man would cut baseline for an easy layup.

Overall
overall i'd have to say Kuran is definitely an NBA talent. But i personally don't think he'll reach that potential until he's able to get with NBA coaches and trainers. If you're looking for a player comparison i'd have to say Giannis Antetokounmpo. Not saying he's that good or that he'll even be that good, but he definitely has the same all around skill in a 6'9'' NBA body, but he's more of the "2 years away from being 2 years away" type of player.

Billyboy78 · Unread post by **Billyboy78** » 9 years ago

See if he's at the game today, possibly even at the end of the bench?

Unread post by **TruePoint** » 9 years ago

LeakLito wrote:Hello everyone I'm a memphis tigers fan, a coach, and a big Kuran Iverson fan which is what brought me to this board, and i'd like to give you my insight on kuran.

Though i haven't seen them play in person i've every game i've been able to watch this season which is about 5-10 games. Attitude wise Kuran has always seemed a little mature, his sophomore year of high school he was the #1 player in his class which included players like Jabari Parker. I'm not 100% sure of the true cause of his transfer from memphis, but what i do know is us memphis fans were very excited to have him and we all believed that he was gonna be a big time player for us. As far as i know kuran has always been a good student, and is a player that i know wants to be good.

Game film break down
as you all know kuran is at least 6'8'' 200lbs, he might be a little taller then that, Memphis's PF Shaq Goodwin is at least 6'8''/6'9'' and I've seen him and kuran stand next to each other and kuran is definitely at least an inch taller then him. Also Kuran's wingspan is near 7'1'', so he has terrific size for a SF. As a senior in high school Kuran actually played PG for his squad, so he has a decent handle and is decent at getting to the spots he wants to on the floor. This year though left a lot to be desired. Kuran is a decent athlete and has decent all around ability at his size, but he is strictly a perimeter player. Comparing his high school highlights to his play this year you can tell there was a lack of confidence. This year i rarely saw Kuran take more then 2 dribbles when creating from the perimeter. He's afraid of contact most likely due to his lack of strength, he is still skinny. He has decent shot mechanics though he only made two 3-point shots this year. His best game for us came in garbage time vs Oklahoma state where he had 13pts 4rbs 1ast, on 4-7 shooting from the field and 1-2 from 3 all in just 13 minutes. Defensively kuran has the potential to stand out. On the college level he can guard the 2, 3, and 4. He uses he length well to effect passing lanes and had a solid amount of deflections this year. But hes lacking awareness. He still doesn't know hot to play team defense, there were multiple times this year he'd be caught "ball watching" and his man would cut baseline for an easy layup.

Overall
overall i'd have to say Kuran is definitely an NBA talent. But i personally don't think he'll reach that potential until he's able to get with NBA coaches and trainers. If you're looking for a player comparison i'd have to say Giannis Antetokounmpo. Not saying he's that good or that he'll even be that good, but he definitely has the same all around skill in a 6'9'' NBA body, but he's more of the "2 years away from being 2 years away" type of player.

Thanks for stopping by and bringing the knowledge!

rodfromcranston · Unread post by **rodfromcranston** » 9 years ago

Sounds like Dan and staff have some work to do to get
Iverson up to speed.

LeakLito · Unread post by **LeakLito** » 9 years ago

rodfromcranston wrote:Sounds like Dan and staff have some work to do to get
Iverson up to speed.

overall the best thing for Kuran is playing time. Our coach has never been really good at developing players, and he has always had a quick trigger. So when Kuran would make a mistake (Kuran's mistakes tend to snowball), and he'd get yanked out instantly and probably not see the floor for the rest of the game. He just needs the game experience for the game to slow down for him. But when you watch him play for such a tall and long player you can tell he belongs on a basketball court. His movements are smooth and leave you to believe that he can be much more. He has as much potential as anyone I've seen, he just needs the coaching, playing time, and patience.

Billyboy78 · Unread post by **Billyboy78** » 9 years ago

rodfromcranston wrote:Sounds like Dan and staff have some work to do to get
Iverson up to speed.

Does this mean it's not a done deal?

BornNBred33 · Unread post by **BornNBred33** » 9 years ago

Hopefully a change in scenery will help him

giovanni · Unread post by **giovanni** » 9 years ago

Billyboy78 wrote:
rodfromcranston wrote:Sounds like Dan and staff have some work to do to get
Iverson up to speed.
Does this mean it's not a done deal?

In these situations for URI nothing ever seems to ever transpire easily. Hopes go way up and then there always seems like a deflation point. As long as it gets done all will be good.

Iggy1979 · Unread post by **Iggy1979** » 9 years ago

If he's at today's game you'd have to think its a done deal.

Unread post by **TruePoint** » 9 years ago

Saying he has to be brought up to speed means either he is on board and now needs a crash course in the program or was a weird way of saying he isn't on board yet. Not sure why you'd have to bring a guy who isn't in your program "up to speed."

rambone 78 · Unread post by **rambone 78** » 9 years ago

The Iverson Watch is on.

If he's at the game, it's a deal. Stay tuned.

bressler3south · Unread post by **bressler3south** » 9 years ago

eli#10 wrote:Where is Bill Koch in all this??

Covering Hendricken basketball, girls' gymnastics, etc.,

BornNBred33 · Unread post by **BornNBred33** » 9 years ago

This is the type of story the less informed fans need to hear about.

Billyboy78 · Unread post by **Billyboy78** » 9 years ago

bressler3south wrote:
eli#10 wrote:Where is Bill Koch in all this??
Covering Hendricken basketball, girls' gymnastics, etc.,

There was also a huge ping pong tournament this past week, and I believe the tiddlywinks final is approaching.

rambone 78 · Unread post by **rambone 78** » 9 years ago

Koch no longer has control over where he goes now.

The Independent is now a better source for URI BB anyway.

ramfan85 · Unread post by **ramfan85** » 9 years ago

giovanni wrote:
Billyboy78 wrote:
rodfromcranston wrote:Sounds like Dan and staff have some work to do to get
Iverson up to speed.
Does this mean it's not a done deal?
In these situations for URI nothing ever seems to ever transpire easily. Hopes go way up and then there always seems like a deflation point. As long as it gets done all will be good.

Maybe "deflation" isn't the best choice of words to use this week. lol

giovanni · Unread post by **giovanni** » 9 years ago

Jim Fleming tweeted big time game today at Ryan Center and said "an elite prospect will be in the house too". Is he referring to a football player, Iverson or another hoop recruit?

Yes, deflation, I did think of that.

rambone 78 · Unread post by **rambone 78** » 9 years ago

Need to get Rod on the case pronto lol.

He's probably already on his way to the game by now.

eli#10 · Unread post by **eli#10** » 9 years ago

Somebody needs to ask Fleming to clarify his tweet.

giovanni · Unread post by **giovanni** » 9 years ago

Alex Kline just confirmed commitment by Iverson to URI

giovanni · Unread post by **giovanni** » 9 years ago

Rothstein too

giovanni · Unread post by **giovanni** » 9 years ago

Eligible to play 2nd semester next year

twisted3829 · Unread post by **twisted3829** » 9 years ago

giovanni · Unread post by **giovanni** » 9 years ago

Jeff Goodman who has been very critical of Iverson says Danny really rolling dice with this one. Gary Parrish on other hand says type of gamble worth making. I totally agree with Parrish.

rambone 78 · Unread post by **rambone 78** » 9 years ago

I think, while it is a gamble, it's worth it imo.

Now Dan can go out and focus on a big who can play right away.

BornNBred33 · Unread post by **BornNBred33** » 9 years ago

News of iverson signing has shut down the keaney blue servers hahaha

rambone 78 · Unread post by **rambone 78** » 9 years ago

No balls, no glory I like to say....

STC · Unread post by **STC** » 9 years ago

His NBADraft.net profile has a bunch of videos, they also compare him (ironically) to Lamar Odom...

http://www.nbadraft.net/players/kuran-iverson

Billyboy78 · Unread post by **Billyboy78** » 9 years ago

Awesome!!!

BornNBred33 · Unread post by **BornNBred33** » 9 years ago

rod strikes again!

ElmCityRhody · Unread post by **ElmCityRhody** » 9 years ago

http://m.espn.go.com/ncb/story?storyId= ... m%2F%22%7D

ElmCityRhody · Unread post by **ElmCityRhody** » 9 years ago

GREAT JOB ROD !!!

hrstrat57 · Unread post by **hrstrat57** » 9 years ago

Nice!

Billyboy78 · Unread post by **Billyboy78** » 9 years ago

Let's keep that Expressions pipeline rolling!

ElmCityRhody · Unread post by **ElmCityRhody** » 9 years ago

http://collegebasketballtalk.nbcsports. ... de-island/

Optimistic · Unread post by **Optimistic** » 9 years ago

No offense to Rod, but how about "good job Hurley"??

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