Lamont Jones - PG - American Christian School - Aston, PA - IONA

I don't know MCN. I'm not sure I would rather have Harrow. I hear what you are saying, kid is a talent. I like MoMo's intangibles better. I was really impressed with him during the NCAA tournament. I saw a kid perform well on a big stage. For us to possibly have that next year, for a young team to have a seasoned QB, I got to take that. Down the road, Harrow has a much higher potential. Interesting debate.

 But I can def agree, we are in a great position these days.

Yeah, I just feel like its no-lose scenarios one after another lately.  Harrow vs MoMo.  One 5 star kid or another 5 star kid.   I don't think we can lose with either one.  I too love MoMo's intangibles.  I love what Harrow has to offer also.  Wish we could take both.  It's great to be part of the upper tier recruiting-wise though.  I thought we'd have to wait a few years to see what Lavin can do.  At this point, I don't think i can name
10 guys who I'd rather have recruiting for us than Steve Lavin and that is quite a testament. 

so if he comes here and we have jevon we cant get ANYONE else?

http://www.zagsblog.com/2011/05/16/momo-jones-transferring/#more-52444

“After much thought, I have decided to pursue my goals at a school closer to home.  My desire to be closer to my family, and in particular my grandmother, is the reason I am transferring.  I want it to be known that I love this program, my coaches and teammates.  I appreciate everyone for supporting me through this tough time.”

Aren't we expecting Nurideen Lindsey to be running the point from day 1?

Nurideen included.

Multiple sources said that they wouldn't be shocked if MoMo Jones wound up at St. John's and tried to get a waiver to play immediately.

http://bit.ly/l7522i
 

Would it be possible to play immediately?

Quote from: Moose on May 16, 2011, 09:41:58 PM

Multiple sources said that they wouldn't be shocked if MoMo Jones wound up at St. John's and tried to get a waiver to play immediately.

http://bit.ly/l7522i
 

Would it be possible to play immediately?

Not a chance.

Quote from: gonzalo on May 17, 2011, 02:27:25 AM

Quote from: Moose on May 16, 2011, 09:41:58 PM

Multiple sources said that they wouldn't be shocked if MoMo Jones wound up at St. John's and tried to get a waiver to play immediately.

http://bit.ly/l7522i
 

Would it be possible to play immediately?

Not a chance.

Why do you say not a chance?  He has a sick grandmother.  I have seen too many cases over the years where immediate eligibility was granted.  It's about time the sun shine on us in a case like that.

3 high schools. 3 college commitments? No thanks.

3 high schools. 3 college commitments? No thanks.

Well...he's not afraid to make a decision.  He's got that going for him.

Quote from: fordham96 on May 16, 2011, 10:40:00 PM

Quote from: SJUhoopNUT on May 16, 2011, 10:09:08 PM

He's not playing at Fordham. I mean lets get real.

Thanks.  Surely you jest...

BTW-Jones leaving 'Zona, Dalton Pepper leaving West Virginia and Anthony Crater failed his 3rd drug test at S Florida and he has been kicked off the team.

I would only take Jones of he got the waiver and even then I am not sure I want him over Harrow.  But at least you would get an experienced guard who can play immediately.

I think either way Stith is a goner.  Probably won't last pass the summer.

What is it about Harrow that you like so much?

Basically I prefer his skill set as a pure PG to Jones.  But just my opinion.

Will be interesting because Moose hit on it, Moe Hicks could be influential if he believes that MoMo is a better fit at SJU then Harrow.

Slow-Mo > MoMo

Kyle Anderson appreciated that tweet too.

Slow-Mo > MoMo

Kyle Anderson appreciated that tweet too.

But Dave are you saying YOU would prefer KA over MoMo or are you saying that you hear the STAFF prefers it that way?

Quote from: Dave on May 17, 2011, 09:04:37 AM

Slow-Mo > MoMo

Kyle Anderson appreciated that tweet too.

But Dave are you saying YOU would prefer KA over MoMo or are you saying that you hear the STAFF prefers it that way?

Yeah Dave and don't ignore my post to you above

3 high schools. 3 college commitments? No thanks.

my sentiments exactly

Quote from: Dave on May 16, 2011, 10:45:00 PM

Whatever the outcome this press is positive for St. John's. Who doesn't want to come to St. John's? Puts positive pressure to commit before someone else just as talented does.

I'd be very surprised if MoMo came to St. John's. Stranger things have happened.

OK I'll bite.

Why would you be surprised?  He said "My desire to be closer to my family, and in particular my grandmother, is the reason I am transferring."  So coming back home that would put STJ, SHU, Fordham, other local schools.  We have his old HS coach.  And I recall some quotes earlier this year where he expressed regret leaving Rice.  An immediate contributor to a freshman laden team.

So again why do you think no.

Sorry didn't see this before.

I would just be surprised because of team dynamics and how I'd envision the rotation playing out. I'm not sure I'd want MoMo here or here right away. I'm not sure MoMo would either.

He's talented for sure but St. John's is in the position to be picky in the back court.

Quote from: Moose on May 16, 2011, 10:59:25 PM

Quote from: Dave on May 16, 2011, 10:45:00 PM

Whatever the outcome this press is positive for St. John's. Who doesn't want to come to St. John's? Puts positive pressure to commit before someone else just as talented does.

I'd be very surprised if MoMo came to St. John's. Stranger things have happened.

OK I'll bite.

Why would you be surprised?  He said "My desire to be closer to my family, and in particular my grandmother, is the reason I am transferring."  So coming back home that would put STJ, SHU, Fordham, other local schools.  We have his old HS coach.  And I recall some quotes earlier this year where he expressed regret leaving Rice.  An immediate contributor to a freshman laden team.

So again why do you think no.

Sorry didn't see this before.

I would just be surprised because of team dynamics and how I'd envision the rotation playing out. I'm not sure I'd want MoMo here or here right away. I'm not sure MoMo would either.

He's talented for sure but St. John's is in the position to be picky in the back court.

Agreed that is why I don't think MoMo comes to SJU.  I do however think he would prefer it.

I also don't think it will necessarily be directly in the NY area or even the BE.  I could see a fit at Providence or even a school like Dayton (Archie Miller now the coach formerly at Arizona with his brother).

I also think a waiver is a reach especially for a grandmother.  Maybe for a father or mother but not for a grandmother.

3 high schools. 3 college commitments? No thanks.

And one Elite 8.

More experiene than our entire roster combined....Nurdeen is very talented, but he's played one year of basketball in the last 3 seasons.  No offense to Stith, but a Momo/Lindsay rotation at PG gives this incoming class a chance to do something truly sepecial.  Not sure Lindsay/Stith does the same....

Agreed that is why I don't think MoMo comes to SJU.  I do however think he would prefer it.

I also don't think it will necessarily be directly in the NY area or even the BE.  I could see a fit at Providence or even a school like Dayton (Archie Miller now the coach formerly at Arizona with his brother).

I also think a waiver is a reach especially for a grandmother.  Maybe for a father or mother but not for a grandmother.

Some people are very close to their grandparents.  Not to mention, some are even raised by 'em.

Quote from: gman on May 17, 2011, 07:58:30 AM

3 high schools. 3 college commitments? No thanks.

And one Elite 8.

More experiene than our entire roster combined....Nurdeen is very talented, but he's played one year of basketball in the last 3 seasons.  No offense to Stith, but a Momo/Lindsay rotation at PG gives this incoming class a chance to do something truly sepecial.  Not sure Lindsay/Stith does the same....

Where does Stith enter the equation at all?

Lindsey/Harrison then Stith/Greene. You add MoMo into the mix surely the team is better but not sure everyone stays happy.