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Post by sdcoug on May 26, 2023 9:23:24 GMT -8
Would guess as you point out that Diallo will first see if there is a team that might a for sure starter at the 5 position - if not then maybe he may double back - who knows As for Diallo some of the Transfer so called experts say Diallo would be a decent to good addition for a team BUT that he is injury prone and also commits a lot of fouls that take him out of a half or a game Diallo played every single game last year, so there's that. He got injured his junior year and missed time, but was available to start every single game this past season. Yes, his 5.6 fouls committed per 40 isn't great, which is the perfect argument for coming to a situation like ours. Playing 18-22 minutes per wouldn't stress his body, and would allow him to continue to play aggressively. Also, the big difference between SDSU & SJSU, among many, is our defensive prowess will make it less likely he has to cover for other's mistakes, which is often where bigs draw fouls. 3 things make him my favorite: 1) his talent - efficient offensively, great rebounder & terrific shot blocker; 2) he hasn't been a 25+ minute guy, so may not necessarily be seeking it; and 3) he's a grad transfer, meaning he only has 1 year & therefore wouldn't be blocking Shay (or Miles) from growing into a bigger role. Diongue, while he has great upside, just doesn't make sense to me. If you play him, you're blocking Shay; RS him, and he's in Heide's class. Plus, given he's still soft inside he's not going to be someone we'd throw at bigger guys this year.
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Post by standiego on May 26, 2023 9:41:23 GMT -8
understand what you are saying - key of course is does Diallo and has he expressed any interest in talking with the Aztec coaches - take Aztec coaches have at least inquired but has he responded
Usually the Aztec coaches are quite honest with the players giving them straight answers - If they were to recruit Diallo would you speculate they would say Ledee is very likely going to be a starter and then there will be competition at the other starting spots up front . In addition he would very likely be getting maybe 25 minutes in the rotation . Having Ledee , Diallo , Shay , Elijah , Jay Pal at the 5 and 4 positions .
Q for those in the know - Does Waters also play the 2 position - so Jay Pal could also play some at the 3 position - especially if a top defending guard is needed
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Post by sdcoug on May 26, 2023 10:09:48 GMT -8
understand what you are saying - key of course is does Diallo and has he expressed any interest in talking with the Aztec coaches - take Aztec coaches have at least inquired but has he responded Usually the Aztec coaches are quite honest with the players giving them straight answers - If they were to recruit Diallo would you speculate they would say Ledee is very likely going to be a starter and then there will be competition at the other starting spots up front . In addition he would very likely be getting maybe 25 minutes in the rotation . Having Ledee , Diallo , Shay , Elijah , Jay Pal at the 5 and 4 positions . Q for those in the know - Does Waters also play the 2 position - so Jay Pal could also play some at the 3 position - especially if a top defending guard is needed There's little to no difference these days between playing the 2 & 3 offensively, or a better term - off-ball guards & wings. The difference is who you can guard, and given he's 6'5 & pretty athletic he can & has played the "2". That was his primary position at USC. I'm sure Pal will see minutes at the "3", and Parrish will even see minutes at the "4", like he did last year. We could have a ton of combinations yet again. A few just less proven/experienced. IMO: - Lead Guards: Butler, Trammell, and possibly Byrd/Davis - (Off ball) Guards: Butler, Trammell, RDW, Byrd - Wings: RDW, Parrish, Pal, Saunders - Posts: Ledee, (potential transfer), Johnson, Saunders, Pal, with Heide in the wings Byrd could probably float to the 3 as well, but I tried to limit each to 2 "defined" spots. I'd expect RDW to basically play wherever Bradley did, which was the 2/3.
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Post by standiego on May 26, 2023 11:29:02 GMT -8
has the coaching staff commented IF they have even reached out to any possible transfer that can help at the 5
if so has the transfer said they might be interested
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Post by Gundo on May 26, 2023 11:41:24 GMT -8
has the coaching staff commented IF they have even reached out to any possible transfer that can help at the 5 if so has the transfer said they might be interested Stan the Aztecs are looking to gain some experience in the paint. #Footwork #Veteran #Inspiration & #PlaysTheFive
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Post by jp92grad on May 26, 2023 13:14:24 GMT -8
has the coaching staff commented IF they have even reached out to any possible transfer that can help at the 5 if so has the transfer said they might be interested Stan the Aztecs are looking to gain some experience in the paint. #Footwork #Veteran #Inspiration & #PlaysTheFive Looks like Stan plays his game around the paint more then anything else, maybe he can play the 5 IF he still has eligibility from his GI Bill from WW1 ***This is old film of Stan from 25 years ago
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Post by sdcoug on May 26, 2023 16:06:19 GMT -8
Stan the Aztecs are looking to gain some experience in the paint. #Footwork #Veteran #Inspiration & #PlaysTheFive Looks like Stan plays his game around the paint more then anything else, maybe he can play the 5 IF he still has eligibility from his GI Bill from WW1 ***This is old film of Stan from 25 years ago Call Stan Picasso - all about the paint, but messy & hard to understand at times. ; )
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Post by standiego on May 26, 2023 16:48:42 GMT -8
careful Senior Abuse !
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Post by Gundo on May 29, 2023 7:26:31 GMT -8
I think everyone is holding tight until the NBA Early Entry Withdraw on 5/31, but according to www.sportsgrid.com/article/top-30-available-players-in-college-basketballs-transfer-portal, Diallo is a Top 25 Portal Transfer as a GTR and has been linked to SDSU 24. Ibrahima Diallo – Formerly at San Jose State
A failed pair of seasons at Ohio State led to a better fit at San Jose State for Diallo, who will be looking for a third and final destination this offseason. Diallo’s downside is that he won’t give you many minutes, can find foul trouble quickly, and isn’t efficient at the line. But his upside comes as a rebounding machine that can dominate the paint for a handful of minutes each half and force defenses to give him plenty of attention.
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Post by Gundo on May 29, 2023 11:17:53 GMT -8
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Post by standiego on May 29, 2023 14:49:05 GMT -8
still think Adrame would be worth seeing in person - be it for this upcoming season or if he chose to red shirt - many see he could have a very big upside
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Post by Gundo on May 30, 2023 13:47:01 GMT -8
From today's (5/30) SDUT - regarding the Post/Center position and Jaedon LeDee's return.
"... One possibility is 7-0 Ibrahima Diallo, who spent two seasons at Ohio State and the last two at San Jose State, where he led the Mountain West in blocked shots. He unexpectedly entered the portal earlier this month and would presumably graduate first so he wouldn’t have to sit out a season as a second-time transfer.
Whether Dutcher and his staff can land a transfer big will likely determine how LeDee is deployed next season. He has expressed a preference for operating on the perimeter more to utilize his ball-handling and shooting skills, a factor in his decision to leave Ohio State and then TCU. But he also is a team-first player who says he’ll do whatever is needed. ..."
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Post by sdcoug on May 30, 2023 23:05:56 GMT -8
From today's (5/30) SDUT - regarding the Post/Center position and Jaedon LeDee's return. "... One possibility is 7-0 Ibrahima Diallo, who spent two seasons at Ohio State and the last two at San Jose State, where he led the Mountain West in blocked shots. He unexpectedly entered the portal earlier this month and would presumably graduate first so he wouldn’t have to sit out a season as a second-time transfer.Whether Dutcher and his staff can land a transfer big will likely determine how LeDee is deployed next season. He has expressed a preference for operating on the perimeter more to utilize his ball-handling and shooting skills, a factor in his decision to leave Ohio State and then TCU. But he also is a team-first player who says he’ll do whatever is needed. ..." Also from the article: "There was initial interest from SDSU, but Diallo now appears to be looking elsewhere and the Aztecs are back to scouring the portal."
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Post by sdsuball on May 30, 2023 23:09:28 GMT -8
Have staff looked into Malcolm Dandridge? Good rebounds and blocks per 40 minutes stats. Been plagued by injuries most of his college career, similar to Arop. Played 14 MPG last year and is likely willing to play as a rotation player (isn't the type that will demand NIL money, or starting minutes). Huge frame at 6-9 260, similar to LeDee.
3.6 rebounds per game, 1 block per game in 14 minutes played per game. Played at Memphis. Only 1 year of eligibility left (unless he can get a medical waiver or something)
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Post by Cwag on May 31, 2023 7:42:18 GMT -8
I think our answer lies within our own program. We need to let our bigs play and develop and we have the team They can do that with.
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Post by tayloner on May 31, 2023 8:44:56 GMT -8
From today's (5/30) SDUT - regarding the Post/Center position and Jaedon LeDee's return. "... One possibility is 7-0 Ibrahima Diallo, who spent two seasons at Ohio State and the last two at San Jose State, where he led the Mountain West in blocked shots. He unexpectedly entered the portal earlier this month and would presumably graduate first so he wouldn’t have to sit out a season as a second-time transfer.Whether Dutcher and his staff can land a transfer big will likely determine how LeDee is deployed next season. He has expressed a preference for operating on the perimeter more to utilize his ball-handling and shooting skills, a factor in his decision to leave Ohio State and then TCU. But he also is a team-first player who says he’ll do whatever is needed. ..." Also from the article: "There was initial interest from SDSU, but Diallo now appears to be looking elsewhere and the Aztecs are back to scouring the portal." Interesting, that wasn't in there when the article was first posted. In fact, the version I can access right now through Apple News is still the original, without this quote. But when you go through the SDUT website, it's definitely there. Ziegler must've gotten a (new) tip after going live with the article. Bummer.
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Post by jdaztec on May 31, 2023 10:59:13 GMT -8
$$$$$$$ ? Maybe ?
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Post by azteccc on May 31, 2023 11:06:41 GMT -8
Also from the article: "There was initial interest from SDSU, but Diallo now appears to be looking elsewhere and the Aztecs are back to scouring the portal." Interesting, that wasn't in there when the article was first posted. In fact, the version I can access right now through Apple News is still the original, without this quote. But when you go through the SDUT website, it's definitely there. Ziegler must've gotten a (new) tip after going live with the article. Bummer. I thought the same thing, glad its confirmed. Thought the marbles were leaving me
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Post by Gundo on May 31, 2023 11:21:16 GMT -8
Also from the article: "There was initial interest from SDSU, but Diallo now appears to be looking elsewhere and the Aztecs are back to scouring the portal." Interesting, that wasn't in there when the article was first posted. In fact, the version I can access right now through Apple News is still the original, without this quote. But when you go through the SDUT website, it's definitely there. Ziegler must've gotten a (new) tip after going live with the article. Bummer. So much for the Aztecs' inside track on Diallo. And Zeigler, when did he revise the story, sometime yesterday afternoon or over night?
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Post by standiego on May 31, 2023 15:15:10 GMT -8
not the best of years to have the "inside Track "
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