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Post by aztecpaulg on Apr 4, 2021 11:55:30 GMT -8
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Post by laaztec on Apr 4, 2021 12:03:24 GMT -8
Great article. Love the quotes from Gurley.
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Post by Gundo on Apr 4, 2021 12:50:57 GMT -8
And the rest of the field; Auburn, Alabama, Florida, Duke, Tennessee, Miami, Marquette, & of course the AZTECS!
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Post by 91aztec on Apr 4, 2021 12:51:59 GMT -8
Good read, thanks!
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Post by Gundo on Apr 4, 2021 13:10:04 GMT -8
East Village Times
“I want to go to a winning school with a good culture and an opportunity to play,” Gurley told the East Village Times on Sunday. “I’m also looking to continue developing and growing my game. I like SDSU because they fit all those things.”
Gurley’s numbers are remarkably similar to Mitchell’s. He averaged 15.4 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 2.5 assists while shooting 48.8% from the field. Furman plays the same positionless style of basketball, so Gurley “believe(s) I’ll fit right in (at SDSU).” His play on the court certainly suggests this is true.
Defensively, he might even be more versatile than Mitchell. Gurley can guard anyone on the court. At 6’8”, he has the quickness to guard smaller players and the length and athleticism to guard bigger players in the post.
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Post by Fishn'Aztec on Apr 4, 2021 15:24:08 GMT -8
Sounds great, wrap him up!
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Post by wakelaunch on Apr 4, 2021 17:00:22 GMT -8
his youtube highlights are nice
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Post by dunksalot on Apr 4, 2021 18:04:45 GMT -8
I suppose the best sign of his abilities are that Alabama made an offer after getting lit up by him.
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Post by aztecfanatic on Apr 4, 2021 20:03:00 GMT -8
I immediately jumped to the false conclusion that "finalists" would mean that there were only two schools in the running and we were one of the two. Still, only eight being considered and we are in there so ... I'll take it.
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Post by couldashoulda on Apr 5, 2021 7:08:41 GMT -8
Just what we need...a Gurley man!
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Post by 🥸 Hopeless Aztec on Apr 5, 2021 9:13:57 GMT -8
Yes please. Looks like the perfect addition and I love all of the comments. Sounds like a very smart young man and hope he comes West!
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Post by Old School on Apr 6, 2021 15:33:44 GMT -8
Keep bringing in these high end utility guys; big enough to play the big but has the ability to handle the ball up the court, create and shoot 3's.
Oldie Out
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Post by rosehill on Apr 7, 2021 11:56:06 GMT -8
I read the story, watched the video, I'm officially a Gurley girl now.
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Post by standiego on Apr 7, 2021 16:15:48 GMT -8
Let's hope he has the same thoughts about the Aztecs
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Post by Old School on Apr 8, 2021 11:11:26 GMT -8
Let's hope he has the same thoughts about the Aztecs Sometimes it comes down to the players' mom. Oldie Out |
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Post by sdcoug on Apr 8, 2021 11:19:46 GMT -8
Let's hope he has the same thoughts about the Aztecs Sometimes it comes down to the players' mom. Oldie Out Better that than their AAU coach looking for a handout! |
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Post by Gundo on Apr 9, 2021 1:47:46 GMT -8
Rivals.com
In his own words:
Auburn: “I like that they play in the open court with a lot of open space. They play fast and with a lot of energy.”
Florida: “I’m very familiar with head coach Mike White’s program. Him and Furman head coach Bob Richey are good friends.”
San Diego State: “They have built a winning a winning culture and I feel I would fit well into their system. Also, they’re out West.”
Alabama: “I’ve played against them twice while at Furman, so I have a familiarity with them and their program.”
Duke: “The opportunity to play for coach Mike Krzyzewski and to learn from him would be incredible.”
Tennessee: “I fit in well with their player types, the guys they’ve had. I like the energy their crowd brings in their arena.”
Marquette: “My godmother lives in Milwaukee, and I have been a huge fan of new head coach Shaka Smart for a while.”
Miami: “I mean, it’s “The U.” Also, the opportunity to play for a coach like Jim Larranaga.”
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GURLEY ON HIS DECISION
Gurley wanted to make it clear what he is looking for in a school.
“I want to play for a winning program who will give me the opportunity to continue developing,” he said.
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Post by jibron on Apr 9, 2021 6:29:16 GMT -8
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Post by sdcoug on Apr 9, 2021 7:05:26 GMT -8
Oddly written article in that they say he'll be making his decision among 8 teams then turn around and eliminate 2 of them. |
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Post by jibron on Apr 11, 2021 14:23:47 GMT -8
Committed to Alabama.
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