The "new" guys

[PhilaPhans]

Ryan Johnson
Ibrahima Diallo
Justin Goode
Kejuan Johnson
Corey Sanders
Jonathan Laurent

Rank the "new" players in terms of their impact next year.

 

[rubaseball78]

Since I have not seen any of them play, I will give you my expert opinion.

Ryan Johnson - 3
Ibrahima Diallo - 2
Justin Goode - 6
Kejuan Johnson - 5
Corey Sanders - 1
Jonathan Laurent - 4

 

[78CollegeAve]

1. Corey Sanders
2. Corey Sanders
3. Corey Sanders
4. Corey Sanders
5. Ibrahima Diallo
6. Johnson & Johnson (tie)
7. Jonathan Laurent
110. Justin Goode

 

[RUKeystone]

Corey Sanders in a class of his own followed by...

Ryan Johnson and Ibrahima Diallo as hopefully a year in the system gives them an edge over...

Kejuan Johnson
Jonathan Laurent
Justin Goode *If Goode can shoot as advertised, maybe he's right there with Johnson and Diallo

 

[higgins3]

Phila, great question.

Ryan Johnson3
Ibrahima Diallo2
Justin Goode5
Kejuan Johnson6
Corey Sanders1
Jonathan Laurent4

I am really excited about ryan johnson being a 2-3 swingman. I just think his size at the 2 would give him a nice advantage and shot over small 2 guards. I know he played a variety of positions growing up and is a good shooter. He has seemed to put on some weight, which is very important.

I think Diallo has gotten a lot more athletic and could possibly give minutes at both 4-5. A good rebounder in hs, well need someone to replace etou. I think foreman given 30 minutes a game next year could grab 6-7 boards.

Kejuan johnson to me is an x factor. He has had some problems growing up so I don't know what to expect. High expectations since a young age but then ran into some issues. Still, seems like a fighter and I label him an x factor.

Really excited about Ryan Johsnon and Diallo. Sanders will do well, but that's given.

None of our recruits besides Sanders were that highly recruited, but that's where we are. Can't expect much different. Nonetheless, given weight to the majority of these players and you have some kids that will make an impact. All their homework should be done at the livi dining hall. Study, eat,study,eat,eat, study. With 10-15 pounds on each of these guys, we have some players I think will be able to do okay in the BIG 10.

 

[PhilaPhans]

Originally posted by higgins3:
Phila, great question.

Kejuan johnson to me is an x factor. He has had some problems growing up so I don't know what to expect. High expectations since a young age but then ran into some issues. Still, seems like a fighter and I label him an x factor.

Wasn't his biggest downfall from top recruit to now the fact that he stopped growing? If you're 6'5-6'6 early on and everybody else is 6'0", you likely can dominate. Then everybody catches up to you and you're just another face in the crowd.

 

[higgins3]

Probably right. His prep team put him at the 4 a lot and he was outmatched there and fouled a bunch.He is more of a 3. Him and Laurent would be good competition at the 3. Laurent is more athletic, KJ might be more of a bruiser. KJ is another basketball player who comes from a tough background. Lost a friend growing up I believe. Some of the situations these kids go through, got damn.

I hope for the best for all these players. With 10-15 pounds on each of them, we might surprise some teams next year. Having a bench- i am excited!

 

[knights1212]

I will not rank them. I want to give each of them a chance to shine. I do not want to think any of them are being counted on any less than the others. At this point they are all important to our ultimate progress.

 

[seels2662]

Corey Sanders is #1 he must make a huge impact on this team if we go anywhere. After that, Really its up in the air. Diallo will be in the 4/5 rotation, he could be a starter or the third guy off the bench. One of Goodle/Ryan Johnson/Williams will be the starting SG. I think its the one that can show they can hoist threes the most consistently without being a detriment to the defense. Then either Laurent or one of the two Johnsons will be the starting SF, its a guarantee, so one of them will be a major contributor.

 

[bac2therac]

Sanders at one and no one is close. He will be counted on to do basically everything next year. A tall order for sure since the last couple of saviors....Carter, Rosario, and Chandler could not handle the pressure to various degrees.

as for the other 5 its a total crapshoot, no one has any idea. Their fellow suitors in recruitment are a bit sketchy as individually they are not rated all that high by most recruiting services. I would say that at least two ride the bench, one is a steady contributor, one is surprise contributor and one is erratic with little consistency that will frustrate us all.

 

[jerzeyguy]

Corey Sanders is likely to be Jekel and Hyde next season: Exciting highlights one moment and careless turnovers the next minute. Watch for Ryan Johnson...Mentioned this previously a few times.. He's gonna light up the RAC a few times next year. He has the height, stroke and follow thru on his jumper that is hard to alter. He has a quick release too. We'll beat a team or 2 next year that we shouldn't.. Specifically bc this guy is gonna find the basket- and catch n shoot us to victory.

 

[RU-Choppin-Ohio]

Originally posted by bac2therac:
Sanders at one and no one is close. He will be counted on to do basically everything next year. A tall order for sure since the last couple of saviors....Carter, Rosario, and Chandler could not handle the pressure to various degrees.

as for the other 5 its a total crapshoot, no one has any idea. Their fellow suitors in recruitment are a bit sketchy as individually they are not rated all that high by most recruiting services. I would say that at least two ride the bench, one is a steady contributor, one is surprise contributor and one is erratic with little consistency that will frustrate us all.

BAC....have you seen any them practice? Specifically, Goode, Johnson and Diallo.? How did they look?

 

[bac2therac]

if they gave out a dollar for everytime someone said a kid looked in practice we would all be rich

 

[RU-Choppin-Ohio]

Originally posted by bac2therac:



if they gave out a dollar for everytime someone said a kid looked in practice we would all be rich

okay...so you have no idea... thanks for confirming. Let me guess , Justin Sofman looked good in practice....lol
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This post was edited on 4/9 10:43 PM by RU-Choppin-Ohio

 

[higgins3]

Bac, just make sure you throw a couple bucks my way.

I don't think Sanders is counted on to do everything next year. He is a piece, and the best one, but there are some players that i think we see pop up and contribute a lot.

Williams, Foreman, Lewis, Rjohnson.

In general, just a balance team for once with the ability for rotation. We shall see.

 

[bscharf]

Praying Kejuan and Ryan bloosom into stars so we can have the duo nicknamed...

JOHNSON & JOHNSON in NEW BRUNSWICK!

 

[higgins3]

Bsharf,awesome. As seels always says, the person who will play the 2 will have to play good defense.

I like our rotations for next year. I see Sanders, Goode, Batie at 1
2 Williams, Daniels, Goode
3 Foreman, Laurent,Rjohnson,Kjohnson
4 Foreman, lewis,
5 Lewis, Diallo,Shaq

In general, just happy well have some players that can come in and give player a breather. Didn't have the opportunity to do that much this year.

What do you guys think about Foreman playing a small forward and Lewis playing a power forward?

 

[knight82]

I really think the two guys who had to sit out this year are really going to benefit from the extra year of practice. Sure, we could've used them this past season, but the extra year should definitely benefit them and the team in the long run.

 

[higgins3]

knight82, no doubt. I think both of them needed more size, especially Rjohnson. Still, interesting recruits that I think will contribute next year. Johnson has that length and shot, and Diallo seems to be a good shot blocker, rebounder.

I think Lewis might have a hard time defending quick players at the 4. Nonetheless, I think his offensive game is more versatile than that of a centers.

I like the depth and i like our players. I gotta say, two years ago i was really excited about the season. I liked Seagers quick game. As i learned more about the game, I stopped liking his so much.

I am excited for next season. Just think well win some games and pull some upsets.

 

[FELONIOUSMONK]

If somehow Johnson and Johnson become factors how great would that be for the baby powder folks on the river?

 

[higgins3]

Monk- maybe a J&J executive would come to a game, realize the duo, and donate. That'd be sweet.

 

[FELONIOUSMONK]

Hig, They saved new Brunswick. They could save us too..

 

[higgins3]

No doubt,Monks.