Predictions:

I like Poison's predictions.  The only major thing I would predict, which will probably be unpopular here, is that by mid-season GG will be seeing much more playing time.  I think he was better than we tend to remember even with all his flaws and I haven't forgotten the feeling I had during that Harkless year that he was never able to be himself on the court, having to play tentatively on D.  I remember him flying up and down the court.  I think the competitive tension for playing time will bring out his best in practice and games.  I remember reading or hearing somewhere that at each stage of his development, going all the way back to Nigeria, he tends to start out as an afterthought and ends up rising to the top.  As I said, my hunch about GG will be unpopular but on the other hand everyone would be happy of course if he really were able to elevate his game and be a solid contributor.

I think Jones will have to wait another year to see regular playing time, I don't see him getting off the bench much.  I think Bourgault has found a permanent spot on the bench.  Greene's numbers plummet but I don't think he'd be redshirted.  Balamou absolutely should be redshirted.  He is the enigma I love, so much athleticism, and he'll benefit from staying hungry and continuing to learn without burning up eligibility.

I'm a total homer, but I think we finish in the top 3 in the conference.  A sweet 16 sounds about right.

I like Poison's predictions.  The only major thing I would predict, which will probably be unpopular here, is that by mid-season GG will be seeing much more playing time.  I think he was better than we tend to remember even with all his flaws and I haven't forgotten the feeling I had during that Harkless year that he was never able to be himself on the court, having to play tentatively on D.  I remember him flying up and down the court.  I think the competitive tension for playing time will bring out his best in practice and games.  I remember reading or hearing somewhere that at each stage of his development, going all the way back to Nigeria, he tends to start out as an afterthought and ends up rising to the top.  As I said, my hunch about GG will be unpopular but on the other hand everyone would be happy of course if he really were able to elevate his game and be a solid contributor.

I think Jones will have to wait another year to see regular playing time, I don't see him getting off the bench much.  I think Bourgault has found a permanent spot on the bench.  Greene's numbers plummet but I don't think he'd be redshirted.  Balamou absolutely should be redshirted.  He is the enigma I love, so much athleticism, and he'll benefit from staying hungry and continuing to learn without burning up eligibility.

I'm a total homer, but I think we finish in the top 3 in the conference.  A sweet 16 sounds about right.

December 15th will be the biggest day for the program in 10 years, because we are going to wax Syracuse and send them back to the border with their heads down.

This is the year that Lavin's celebrity is going to make his mark in NY. I won't be surprised to see us on the back page of the city daily's from January to March. I forsee us being a top 25 team and predict us to lose only 1 OOC game, San Fran.

I think we're going to make a statement in South Dakota and we will be a Big East juggernaut throughout the conference season, winning multiple road games.

My brother and I are traveling to Butler this year for our annual road game, and we are confidently expecting to leave happy.

24-7, 12-1 non conf, 12-6 BE. Sir will be BEDPOY, D and Jak will make 1st team, and I think we'll be champs. Sweet 16 in my eyes, we're loaded!

Btw...I'm not sweating 2014-15, I think the staff is letting this roster do all of the recruiting needed for them this year.

5 predictions that I know will come true:

(1) We finish higher than the pre season "experts" predict us to.
(2) We win at least one or two we are "not supposed to win" AND lose at least one we are "not supposed to lose".
(3) Our members can't agree to at least an 80% consensus when it comes to lineups.
(4) Harrison gets mad at someone during a game for something that only he and himself understand
(5) Obekpa gets more than 4 blocks in a game.

Is this bold enough predictions for everyone? 

Final-4:

Duke
Kentucky
St. Johns
Okla St

Quote from: uwsfan on August 30, 2013, 02:24:12 PM

Final-4:

Duke
Kentucky
St. Johns
Okla St

Oklahoma State
Michigan State
VCU
St. Johns

Next closest fo Final4- Memphis

Takes a lot of balls to predict St. John's as a Final Four team. Luckily you have them.

I seem to be in the minority, but I think that Harrison is going to be in the running for National Player of the Year.

If the team wins 20+ regular season games, makes a run for a BE title, and has an extended March run, Harrison will be at the forefront of it.

His step back last year has hidden his phenomenal stats thus far as a Johnnie. I expect him to be even more dynamic and explosive with a year of maturity and added weapons.

If Harrison averages 20ppg and we're a top25 team, what's prohibiting him from being a Naismith candidate? He's just as valuable to us as McDermott is to Creighton IMO.

Who do people think will start at PG: Greene, Branch, or Jordan?

Who do people think will start at PG: Greene, Branch, or Jordan?

Who do people think will start at PG: Greene, Branch, or Jordan?

So many options.  OUr depth is scary.  I predict different lineups based on opponent.  Would also keep the troops motivated if they know they can start every once in a while.