Men's Basketball Transfer Carousel and Portal - 2024-25

[bigappleram]

I’d take rebound and protect the rim/paint over run…let the big set up transition and let the other guys run. That would be more than sufficient. Daron Holmes isn’t walking through that door.

[RhodyKyle]

I’d take rebound and protect the rim/paint over run…let the big set up transition and let the other guys run. That would be more than sufficient. Daron Holmes isn’t walking through that door.

Would you say there is a 0% chance Holmes returns to Dayton?

[adam914]

When it comes to 7 footers I am still traumatized by the memory of Blake Vedder...

[Ramfan22]

I would imagine a name to keep an eye on - now followed on Twitter by our new assistant coach - is Bent Leuchten - 7'1 UC Irvine transfer from Germany that is being recruited by Missouri, Xavier, VCU, Oregon State, and more...

Former teammate of David Fuchs in Germany

Did not know he was teammates with Fuchs. He had a good season at UC Irvine would be awesome to see them reunite at URI.

[PeterRamTime]

I would imagine a name to keep an eye on - now followed on Twitter by our new assistant coach - is Bent Leuchten - 7'1 UC Irvine transfer from Germany that is being recruited by Missouri, Xavier, VCU, Oregon State, and more...

Former teammate of David Fuchs in Germany

[ramster]

I’d take rebound and protect the rim/paint over run…let the big set up transition and let the other guys run. That would be more than sufficient. Daron Holmes isn’t walking through that door.

Would you say there is a 0% chance Holmes returns to Dayton?

I don’t think it’s zero, maybe 10% chance he returns? I thought he would go NBA last year. Personally I think he should go NBA. Not too much left to prove at the College Basketball level.

Two mock drafts have Holmes going 2nd round…..

Portland has Holmes teammate Toumani Camara who entered the Portland starting line up as a Rookie from Dayton…..

Players who have applied for early entry maintain the right to withdraw from consideration no later than 5 p.m. ET on June 16. Under NCAA rules, in order to retain college basketball eligibility, college players who have entered the draft face an earlier deadline of May 29.

[PeterRamTime]

[Billyboy78]

A 7 footer would be wonderful.

A 7 footer who can run and rebound, that is.

Yes. I can't remember his name, but we had a 7 footer a few years back who couldn't walk and chew gum at the same time.

[PeterRamTime]

A 7 footer would be wonderful.

A 7 footer who can run and rebound, that is.

Yes. I can't remember his name, but we had a 7 footer a few years back who couldn't walk and chew gum at the same time.

Blake Vedder

He was just a big flimsy stick

Still hit a 3 though!

[Jdrums#3]

Thanks for posting the vid, PRT.

Did a first quick viewing of the first part.

The good: He’s big, has a nice touch, has a nice stroke from 3.

The not good: He is slow off the floor, doesn’t have much lift.

He could help on O but also could struggle on D and with rebounding against more athletic A10 and high level bigs. That’s all I have so far. Will need to watch more game video.

[PeterRamTime]

Thanks for posting the vid, PRT.

Did a first quick viewing of the first part.

The good: He’s big, has a nice touch, has a nice stroke from 3.

The not good: He is slow off the floor, doesn’t have much lift.

He's definitely a little slow, but solidly skilled and looks like a pretty decent rim protector.

Had 19 points against USC and 13 against Utah.

He and Zapala look like the same type of guy.

[Billyboy78]

A 7 footer who can run and rebound, that is.

Yes. I can't remember his name, but we had a 7 footer a few years back who couldn't walk and chew gum at the same time.

Blake Vedder

He was just a big flimsy stick

Still hit a 3 though!

Yeah, him.

[Jdrums#3]

I would have to go back and check, PRT, but I thought Zapala looked to have more spring in his jump. I could be wrong as my memory isn’t as reliable as in the past.

Anyway, some very good stats referenced by you above. I personally favor a more springy center but those stats against high level competition are encouraging.

[PeterRamTime]

I would have to go back and check, PRT, but I thought Zapala looked to have more spring in his jump. I could be wrong as my memory isn’t as reliable as in the past.

Anyway, some very good stats referenced by you above. I personally favor a more springy center but those stats against high level competition encouraging.

Yeah I watched a little more Zapala, definitely more lift.

[Jdrums#3]

I would have to go back and check, PRT, but I thought Zapala looked to have more spring in his jump. I could be wrong as my memory isn’t as reliable as in the past.

Anyway, some very good stats referenced by you above. I personally favor a more springy center but those stats against high level competition encouraging.

Yeah I watched a little more Zapala, definitely more lift.

I am enjoying seeing names of potential players being listed on here today. Time to put my scouting cap on and start checking theses guys out. Good stuff!

[rhodylaw]

Shot in the dark here with too much time on my hands but Chris Conway from Oakland is followed by new AC. Again it is totally "reading the tea leaves" and I have no inside info or intel we are tied to him but could fit our undersized center MO. Is an inside back to the basket type player.

I noticed the same about his Twitter follows. He did just enter the portal too. I would be happy with him as a perspective addition.

He had 15 pts and 7 rebounds versus Xavier. He also held his own in the NCAA tourney versus Kentucky and NC State.

He did get a decent amount of blocks towards the end of the year too. If you look at kenpom he is listed as nationally ranked for block%

I would be happy with this guy - I want kids with some touch and moves around the rim. Tired of watching us bring in bigger stiffs. Also, that Oakland floor is awful. Just terrible viewing experience.

[Jdrums#3]

I would have to go back and check, PRT, but I thought Zapala looked to have more spring in his jump. I could be wrong as my memory isn’t as reliable as in the past.

Anyway, some very good stats referenced by you above. I personally favor a more springy center but those stats against high level competition encouraging.

Yeah I watched a little more Zapala, definitely more lift.

PRT, LOL! I just saw Law’s post on Conway. I think he’s the one I meant. Ooph! I better take some Ginko.

[NYGFan_Section208]

A 7 footer would be wonderful.

A 7 footer who can run and rebound, that is.

And is exempt from .... You know....

[ElmCityRhody]

[PeterRamTime]

I would have to go back and check, PRT, but I thought Zapala looked to have more spring in his jump. I could be wrong as my memory isn’t as reliable as in the past.

Anyway, some very good stats referenced by you above. I personally favor a more springy center but those stats against high level competition encouraging.

Yeah I watched a little more Zapala, definitely more lift.

PRT, LOL! I just saw Law’s post on Conway. I think he’s the one I meant. Ooph! I better take some Ginko.

That makes sense! Conway is much more athletic!

[NYGFan_Section208]

Yeah I watched a little more Zapala, definitely more lift.

PRT, LOL! I just saw Law’s post on Conway. I think he’s the one I meant. Ooph! I better take some Ginko.

That makes sense! Conway is much more athletic!

And I heard Zappala might be moving to Montana soon.... something to do with dental floss

[Jersey77]

[reef]

This is a yes for me and love the connection with D Fuchs !

[NYGFan_Section208]

This is a yes for me and love the connection with D Fuchs !

And....f-free free!

[Billyboy78]

Brea's star teammate doesn't sound too happy about it.

[NYGFan_Section208]

Brea's star teammate doesn't sound too happy about it.

Ha ha ha! Good! Reaping and sowing. #pushtherock.

[Rhody15]

Brea's star teammate doesn't sound too happy about it.

Jesus Christ.

It is crystal clear that is a parody account of Malachi Smith.

I guess people are going to continue to fall for these accounts huh

[Billyboy78]

Brea's star teammate doesn't sound too happy about it.

Jesus Christ.

It is crystal clear that is a parody account of Malachi Smith.

I guess people are going to continue to fall for these accounts huh

I'm not Jesus. But thanks for the compliment.

[NYGFan_Section208]

Brea's star teammate doesn't sound too happy about it.

Jesus Christ.

It is crystal clear that is a parody account of Malachi Smith.

I guess people are going to continue to fall for these accounts huh

I'm not Jesus. But thanks for the compliment.

I'm going to get all crazy here and suggest we stop using "Jesus Christ" as a retort....what do we think? Maybe?

[ramster]

Jesus Christ.

It is crystal clear that is a parody account of Malachi Smith.

I guess people are going to continue to fall for these accounts huh

I'm not Jesus. But thanks for the compliment.

I'm going to get all crazy here and suggest we stop using "Jesus Christ" as a retort....what do we think? Maybe?

Absolutely
Plenty of other options out there
Maybe even just simply respect all posters here

[Rhody15]

I'm not Jesus. But thanks for the compliment.

I'm going to get all crazy here and suggest we stop using "Jesus Christ" as a retort....what do we think? Maybe?

Absolutely
Plenty of other options out there
Maybe even just simply respect all posters here

Grow a pair dude, you are by far the softest person on here who gets offended by anything.

[Jdrums#3]

Jesus Christ.

It is crystal clear that is a parody account of Malachi Smith.

I guess people are going to continue to fall for these accounts huh

I'm not Jesus. But thanks for the compliment.

I'm going to get all crazy here and suggest we stop using "Jesus Christ" as a retort....what do we think? Maybe?

I am with you, NYG.

[ramster]

I'm going to get all crazy here and suggest we stop using "Jesus Christ" as a retort....what do we think? Maybe?

Absolutely
Plenty of other options out there
Maybe even just simply respect all posters here

Grow a pair dude, you are by far the softest person on here who gets offended by anything.

Reading comprehension dude.
Read his request.
It’s not asking too much is it?
And why be so mean so often?
And why offend people so often?
In fact you seem to take your greatest satisfaction in going after the softest person

[ramster]

[Jdrums#3]

Any idea how the chart above compares to last year’s #’s and rankings ?

Also, Has the A10 gone up or down ?

[Billyboy78]

[Jdrums#3]

Ooph

How long before a players agent rep sues the NCAA for closing the portal and arguing it should be open at least from end of the season to the first official day of practice.

Nah…on second thought, will probably try for keeping it open year round.

[section(105)]

Yea, player at 1/2 time can change jerseys and play for the opponent.

[Billyboy78]

Yea, player at 1/2 time can change jerseys and play for the opponent.

There will be a new and totally legal website called 'Speedy Enrollment' which would enable a player to do just that.

[Rhody_NYCT]

Yea, player at 1/2 time can change jerseys and play for the opponent.

In its current state, this sport sucks.

[theblueram]

I'm actually glad I didn't renew my season tix and URI should be as well. With NIL and the portal, I would be killing a kid like Thomas if he played like he did two years ago. In fact, I would be screaming at any player who missed a free throw. Never said You Suck to a URI player, but it may happen next year. Welcome to the world of pro basketball. In the NCAA. If a player sucks, well, fans are going to let them know. If I go to a game, they better play well. Or else I'm letting loose.

[section(105)]

I'm actually glad I didn't renew my season tix and URI should be as well. With NIL and the portal, I would be killing a kid like Thomas if he played like he did two years ago. In fact, I would be screaming at any player who missed a free throw. Never said You Suck to a URI player, but it may happen next year. Welcome to the world of pro basketball. In the NCAA. If a player sucks, well, fans are going to let them know. If I go to a game, they better play well. Or else I'm letting loose.

I will leave yous a game in my seats for a January game where you can see the suck up close?

[Iggy1979]

I'm actually glad I didn't renew my season tix and URI should be as well. With NIL and the portal, I would be killing a kid like Thomas if he played like he did two years ago. In fact, I would be screaming at any player who missed a free throw. Never said You Suck to a URI player, but it may happen next year. Welcome to the world of pro basketball. In the NCAA. If a player sucks, well, fans are going to let them know. If I go to a game, they better play well. Or else I'm letting loose.

Hope you watch the games on TV

[theblueram]

I'm actually glad I didn't renew my season tix and URI should be as well. With NIL and the portal, I would be killing a kid like Thomas if he played like he did two years ago. In fact, I would be screaming at any player who missed a free throw. Never said You Suck to a URI player, but it may happen next year. Welcome to the world of pro basketball. In the NCAA. If a player sucks, well, fans are going to let them know. If I go to a game, they better play well. Or else I'm letting loose.

Hope you watch the games on TV

Players better hope so as well Iggy.

[RIFan]

I asked the same question before! If they get paid they are no longer “kids” they are now this years hired players/pros and may very well be treated as such if they suck. Or they will just play in front of fewer and fewer fans if they are lucky.

[NYGFan_Section208]

I asked the same question before! If they get paid they are no longer “kids” they are now this years hired players/pros and may very well be treated as such if they suck. Or they will just play in front of fewer and fewer fans if they are lucky.

I think if they suck, it's gonna be both - treated like pros, by fewer and fewer fans

[PeterRamTime]

Blah blah blah

Where's our stinkin 7 footer!?

[Jdrums#3]

Can’t Rhody just DoorDash a 7 footer ?

Asking for generation Z.

[McRam]

Yea, player at 1/2 time can change jerseys and play for the opponent.

Think about this—-
If they re-instituted double headers it would open even more opportunities!

[PeterRamTime]

Can’t Rhody just DoorDash a 7 footer ?

Asking for generation Z.

I'll take one off Temu at this point