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Post by aztecttcas on Oct 13, 2015 9:42:31 GMT -8
two theories here:
1. He would've eliminated SDSU awhile ago if the big brother thing was a big deal
2. (conspiracy theory here): he has no intention of going to SDSU but is pulling us a long to get our hopes up to get back at SDSU for his brother thing.
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Post by laaztec on Oct 13, 2015 9:52:00 GMT -8
Funny thing is is that SDSU has had more on court success recently then the other 2 schools on his list. It shouldn't be a surprise or out of the question that he might end up at SDSU. (All though I still think hs goes to UCLA)
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Post by HollywoodAztec on Oct 13, 2015 9:57:58 GMT -8
All he has to do is look at all the Bruins in the NBA and try and figure out why they sucked so much in college. Coaching. If Fisher had those players we've had been National Champs the last 8 years. Oregon is Oregon and karma will be a bitch To be fair, not all the Bruins currently in the NBA played under Alford.
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Post by HollywoodAztec on Oct 13, 2015 10:01:20 GMT -8
I've had him earmarked for UCLA since the second he decommited from Arizona, and I still think they're the favorite. I agree that UCLA depth (despite all his AAU teammates being there) may hurt their chances, and the older brother issue could hurt us. Would suck to lose another one to Oregon after Cage and Keith Smith. Still think we're a longshot, but great that the staff has stayed in it this long. A commit from TJ would go a LONGGGGGGGG way in easing the nervousness surrounding the NCAA investigation. I could be wrong but isn't UCLA out of scholarship? Alford's son would have to give up his to free up a scholly for Leaf since the coach can easily afford it.
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Post by ignoranus on Oct 13, 2015 10:28:01 GMT -8
ucla has two straight sweet 16 appearances, which should qualify as "recently."
Considering the nba draft choices from those two teams I believe that they underachieved in going only that far.
Coaching? Most of us could have coached those players that deep into the tourney, I think. And I ain't no coach!
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Post by hoops on Oct 13, 2015 10:29:39 GMT -8
If Leaf went to UCLA in 2016, he would be one of 6 players listed at 6'9" or taller, with all 6 being juniors or younger.
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Post by kozy on Oct 13, 2015 11:40:46 GMT -8
As Leaf wants to try his hand at the NBA, what team, what situation, what coach gets him there in one year, two years? Might say this is a time to sit and wait until the springtime. He will know if there is a log jam at his position and how soon and for how many minutes can he expect to see year one. Vote here is to do nothing until spring
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Post by AzTex on Oct 13, 2015 11:40:47 GMT -8
Great to see us being in it down to the wire. Hopefully it's not just lip service to include the local school, but it's good nonetheless. UCLA has a ton of talent & could end up with Alford as a walk-on if Leaf goes there, which just shows the depth of their roster. 14 solid. Oregon has incredible facilities & an amazing ability to impress & overwhelm a HS kid. So definitely wouldn't blame him for that, although I was hoping the train wreck which was Oregon football last weekend would work against them!. Who you'll team with while you're there is huge, and Smith, Cage, etc. - has to be tempting. Same with the AAU teammates at UCLA. Hopefully he realizes we'll have a lot of very talented FR/SO's as well next year. Fingers crossed. Kid's in a no lose situation. All 3 options will be annual participants in the dance; all have very good programs. But there's something about being a hometown hero! Come on Leaf! I don't typically follow recruiting. Do these kids have personal coaches? If they do, would the school allow them access to the JAM?I can't quote chapter and verse, but I would bet that would be WAY over the line of what the NCAA would permit us providing for a recruit.
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Post by originalshow00 on Oct 13, 2015 11:59:32 GMT -8
As Leaf wants to try his hand at the NBA, what team, what situation, what coach gets him there in one year, two years? Might say this is a time to sit and wait until the springtime. He will know if there is a log jam at his position and how soon and for how many minutes can he expect to see year one. Vote here is to do nothing until spring No way he is ready for the NBA.He will need two years in college to be at that level.I think it is between us and Oregon due to the log jam at UCLA.
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Post by tayloner on Oct 13, 2015 12:10:35 GMT -8
I've had him earmarked for UCLA since the second he decommited from Arizona, and I still think they're the favorite. I agree that UCLA depth (despite all his AAU teammates being there) may hurt their chances, and the older brother issue could hurt us. Would suck to lose another one to Oregon after Cage and Keith Smith. Still think we're a longshot, but great that the staff has stayed in it this long. A commit from TJ would go a LONGGGGGGGG way in easing the nervousness surrounding the NCAA investigation. I could be wrong but isn't UCLA out of scholarship? Alford's son would have to give up his to free up a scholly for Leaf since the coach can easily afford it. Yep, they've already said Bryce will become a walk on to accommodate.
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Post by aztecwin on Oct 13, 2015 12:14:03 GMT -8
A Leaf landing on SDSU Jam Center would be huge!
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Post by aztecanthony on Oct 13, 2015 12:34:50 GMT -8
I'm sure the coaches have made TJ very aware that we Lose Spencer, Chol, Sheppard, and possibly Pope in 2016, perfect opportunity for a major role for him as a freshman and yes... THE HOMETOWN HERO!!
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Post by Gundo on Oct 13, 2015 12:35:40 GMT -8
Holy $#!+! Lets pick up TJ!
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Post by azson on Oct 13, 2015 12:50:40 GMT -8
Funny thing is is that SDSU has had more on court success recently then the other 2 schools on his list. It shouldn't be a surprise or out of the question that he might end up at SDSU. (All though I still think hs goes to UCLA) Not when it matters they haven't: NCAAT records since 2002: UCLA: 22-9 ORE: 10-7 SDSU: 6-8
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Post by andy26rich on Oct 13, 2015 12:52:15 GMT -8
Just curious, but what happened to Cal, is he not visiting them?
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Post by gigglyforshrigley on Oct 13, 2015 13:03:53 GMT -8
Funny thing is is that SDSU has had more on court success recently then the other 2 schools on his list. It shouldn't be a surprise or out of the question that he might end up at SDSU. (All though I still think hs goes to UCLA) Not when it matters they haven't: NCAAT records since 2002: UCLA: 22-9 ORE: 10-7 SDSU: 6-8 2002 is a long way to go back. How about in the last 5 years, which are probably the only years TJ has been old enough to pay close attention
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Post by haleiwaaztec on Oct 13, 2015 13:14:41 GMT -8
I really think he does choose UCLA (making it another close but not quite top recruit coming here) but at this point I think SDSU is a legit choice for him and I think Troy committed early to SDSU in part because his Dad and Fisher had some sort of connection. I am going to assume his Dad will still be coaching once Leaf goes to College so it will be A LOT easier to see him play if he is at SDSU. Also, I think he is an immediate starter if he comes here while I doubt that would be the case at UCLA.
If we lose both Leaf and Cage (and Smith) to Oregon, that would be pretty tough to take.
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Post by aztecanthony on Oct 13, 2015 13:58:11 GMT -8
I really think he does choose UCLA (making it another close but not quite top recruit coming here) but at this point I think SDSU is a legit choice for him and I think Troy committed early to SDSU in part because his Dad and Fisher had some sort of connection. I am going to assume his Dad will still be coaching once Leaf goes to College so it will be A LOT easier to see him play if he is at SDSU. Also, I think he is an immediate starter if he comes here while I doubt that would be the case at UCLA. If we lose both Leaf and Cage (and Smith) to Oregon, that would be pretty tough to take. most of the experts and pundits on this board were saying that SDSU didn't have a chance at Leaf due to his older brother and family issues with our coaches. Now we are in the top 3! Just goes to show that we won't know until he announces his decision. I think we have as good a chance as Oregon, or UCLA. We are his hometown, his friends and family are here so they can attend his games. He will have a great opportunity for playing time right away, and yes we have the best crowd and atmosphere period! What more could he want?
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Post by laaztec on Oct 13, 2015 14:02:34 GMT -8
If we lose both Leaf and Cage (and Smith) to Oregon, that would be pretty tough to take. That would really suck.
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Post by survalli on Oct 13, 2015 14:03:39 GMT -8
I really think he does choose UCLA (making it another close but not quite top recruit coming here) but at this point I think SDSU is a legit choice for him and I think Troy committed early to SDSU in part because his Dad and Fisher had some sort of connection. I am going to assume his Dad will still be coaching once Leaf goes to College so it will be A LOT easier to see him play if he is at SDSU. Also, I think he is an immediate starter if he comes here while I doubt that would be the case at UCLA. If we lose both Leaf and Cage (and Smith) to Oregon, that would be pretty tough to take. most of the experts and pundits on this board were saying that SDSU didn't have a chance at Leaf due to his older brother and family issues with our coaches. Now we are in the top 3! Just goes to show that we won't know until he announces his decision. I think we have as good a chance as Oregon, or UCLA. We are his hometown, his friends and family are here so they can attend his games. He will have a great opportunity for playing time right away, and yes we have the best crowd and atmosphere period! What more could he want? top 3 doesnt mean much...we have been top 3 plenty of times, especially in football.
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